The Simpsons to Show Live-Action Opening
Friday, March 24, 2006

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NEW YORK — Ever wonder what Bart Simpson would look like in human form? The longrunning animated FOX series “The Simpsons” is about to show you. The series will unveil a live-action opening sequence Sunday, 8 p.m. EST, a FOX spokeswoman announced Thursday.

In it, the dysfunctional cartoon family — Bart, Homer, Marge, Lisa and Maggie — will be seen as they would appear in real life, played by lookalike actors.

“I’m just amazed there are people who want to be known for looking like the Simpsons,” said Al Jean, the show’s executive producer, in a statement.

A team from British network Sky One created and commissioned the live sequence, which apes the long-running series’ memorable opening shots: Bart writing on the chalkboard, Homer pulling the nuclear rod out of his shirt and Maggie and Marge at the supermarket, a FOX spokeswoman said.

“The Simpsons” was recently renewed for two more seasons, its 18th and 19th.

FOX, FOX News and Sky One have the same parent company, News Corp.