The Simpsons to Air Two Treehouse of Horror Specials
The network will debut two unique Halloween-themed episodes of The Simpsons this October.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Television
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The Simpsons will air two Halloween specials in October 2026, including the new entry The Revengening on October 18. The anthology special Treehouse of Horror XXXVII is set to follow on October 25.
Why it matters
The back-to-back scheduling expands the show's long-running Halloween tradition, offering viewers two distinct seasonal programs during the month. These episodes allow the series to parody various cinematic and industry trends.
The show is currently in its 38th season of production. The network has scheduled two unique specials to air throughout the month of October.
The players
The Simpsons
This is an animated sitcom that holds the record for the longest-running American scripted primetime television series.
Fox
This is a commercial broadcast television network that serves as the original home for the animated series.
Hulu
This is a subscription streaming service that offers a large library of current and past television programming.
The details
The special The Revengening will feature themes centered on revenge slasher films and current industry trends. Both specials will be broadcast on Fox and will be accessible on Hulu the day following their respective premieres.
Timeline
October 18, 2026: The Revengening special airs on Fox.
October 19, 2026: The Revengening arrives on Hulu streaming.
October 25, 2026: Treehouse of Horror XXXVII airs on Fox.
October 26, 2026: Treehouse of Horror XXXVII arrives on Hulu streaming.
Industry Dynamics
The expansion to two specials represents a shift from the traditional Treehouse of Horror anthology format that has defined the series since its inception. This strategy reflects broader industry efforts to maximize holiday-themed content across both linear broadcast and streaming platforms.
Viewers can watch the broadcasts live on the Fox network on their respective premiere dates. Those who miss the live broadcast can stream the episodes on Hulu starting the day after they air.
The takeaway
Fans of the long-running series can expect double the seasonal content throughout October. This scheduling change offers flexible viewing options for audiences who prefer on-demand streaming over traditional network television.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Comicbook.
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