The Simpsons season 18 episode 13 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In "Springfield Up," Declan Desmond's documentary revisits Springfield residents every eight years, tracking their aspirations and realities. Young Clancy Wiggum dreams of being a cop and eventually becomes police chief through
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Declan Desmond?
Declan Desmond is a documentary filmmaker who chronicles the lives of Springfield children every eight years.
What was young Clancy Wiggum's dream?
Young Clancy Wiggum dreamed of being a police officer.
How did Clancy Wiggum become police chief?
Clancy Wiggum became police chief by giving backrubs to influential people, starting from his time in the police academy.
What were young Homer Simpson's dreams?
Young Homer Simpson dreamed of being extremely wealthy and owning sports teams.
What odd jobs did Homer do at age 24?
At age 24, Homer sold manure, asked questions on infomercials, played in a garage band, and did open-casket caricatures.
What is the Condiment Pen?
The Condiment Pen is a fake invention by Homer Simpson that dispenses ketchup, mustard, mayo, and relish.
Why did Homer pretend to be wealthy?
Homer pretended to be wealthy to appear successful in Declan Desmond's documentary.
What are Professor Frink's major achievements?
Professor Frink discovered and cured Frink's disease, created Frinkonium, and invented the eight-month-after pill.
What is Professor Frink's regret?
Professor Frink regrets spending his life in the lab and not having personal relationships.
What did Eleanor achieve by age 24?
By age 24, Eleanor had graduated from Harvard Medical and Yale Law schools.
What was Marge's interest as a teenager?
As a teenager, Marge was interested in photography.
What did Marge do at age 24?
At age 24, Marge was supporting Homer's various endeavors, putting her own dreams on hold.
Why does Marge confront Declan Desmond?
Marge confronts Declan Desmond for making Homer look like a fool in his documentary.
What realization does Homer come to at the end of the episode?
Homer realizes that his real happiness comes from his family and friends, not wealth or success.
What is the overall theme of the episode "Springfield Up"?
The episode focuses on the importance of personal happiness and fulfillment over material success.