The Simpsons: 4 Predictions That Came True

For nearly 40 years, The Simpsons has entertained audiences worldwide and gained a reputation for uncanny predictions. Here are some predictions that came true.

The Simpsons has a remarkable track record of predicting future events. Matt Groening's legendary series continues to amaze fans. The phrase "The Simpsons predicted it" has become popular, highlighting the show's knack for forecasting real-life events. 

Game of Thrones Ending Foreshadowed

The final season of HBO's Game of Thrones left many fans disappointed. Surprisingly, The Simpsons had a nod to this twist way back in season 29. In the premiere episode, the show parodies George R.R. Martin's world, depicting a dragon laying waste to a village after Homer brings it back to life. This scene echoed Daenerys Targaryen's shocking attack on King's Landing, where she destroyed the city even after its residents surrendered. The eerie similarity made many believe that The Simpsons anticipated Daenerys' dark turn well before it aired.

The Election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris

In 2019, a special episode released on YouTube featured American politicians competing in a singing contest. The scene showed Joe Biden and Kamala Harris performing as a duo on stage. At that time, these two figures were far from being a team; they were actually opponents in the Democratic primary. The later real-world result, with Biden as President and Harris as his Vice President, gave this episode an uncanny quality, cementing the show's reputation for remarkable foresight.

Tesla's Cybertruck

Season 2, episode 15, introduces Homer's half-brother, who runs a major car company and gives Homer the chance to design a groundbreaking car. The final product is an unusual, expensive vehicle priced at $82,000 and deemed unattractive by many. When Tesla's futuristic Cybertruck was revealed by Elon Musk, viewers couldn't help but notice its boxy, unconventional look resembling Homer's creation. While opinions differ on its aesthetics, the resemblance sparked discussions of another Simpsons prediction coming true.

Space Tourism

In season 5, episode 15, Homer takes a trip to space. When this episode aired in the early 1990s, the concept of space tourism seemed outlandish. Decades later, space travel is no longer just for astronauts. Companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Virgin Galactic have turned the dream of commercial space tourism into reality for those who can afford it. What seemed improbable in The Simpsons' universe has become an expensive but achievable adventure today.

These are just a few examples of the show's impressive record of predicting future events, and who knows how many more we'll come true?