The Simpsons Set to Air 800th Episode “Extreme Makeover: Homer Edition” in February 2026

FOX has officially announced that The Simpsons will reach its 800th episode on Sunday, February 15, 2026, with a special titled “Extreme Makeover: Homer Edition.” The episode marks a major achievement for television’s longest-running animated series — and a cultural icon that first premiered in 1989.

According to ScreenRant, the upcoming milestone will air as part of FOX’s winter lineup, followed by the Season 37 finale later that evening. Co-showrunner Matt Selman teased that the episode’s plot will center on the family dog, Santa’s Little Helper, saying the story will feature the canine “getting fat” — though full details remain under wraps.

The celebratory season features an impressive lineup of guest stars, including Michael Keaton, Viola Davis, and Idris Elba, all lending their voices to the long-running franchise.

FOX previously renewed The Simpsons for four additional seasons in April 2025, ensuring that Springfield’s most famous family will continue their record-breaking run well past the 800-episode mark. With the series’ history of pop culture influence and eerie real-world “predictions,” fans are already eager to see how the show commemorates this chapter.

Alongside The Simpsons’ milestone, FOX’s 2026 winter schedule also includes new seasons of The Masked Singer (Season 14) and Family Guy (Season 24), keeping animation and entertainment at the forefront of Sunday nights.

Whether you’ve been watching since the ’90s or just catching reruns, the 800th episode of The Simpsons marks not just another number — but a testament to the show’s lasting impact on television and comedy.