In the eagerly-awaited film based on the hit television series, Homer must save the world from a catastrophe he himself created. It all begins with him, his new pet pig, and a leaky silo full of droppings ? a combination that triggers a disaster the likes of which Springfield has never experienced. As Marge is outraged by Homer?s monumental blunder, a vengeful mob descends on the Simpson household. The family makes a narrow escape, but is soon divided by both location and conflict. The Springfield citizenry has every reason to be out for Simpson blood. The calamity triggered by Homer has drawn the attention of U.S. President Arnold Schwarzenegger (voiced by Harry Shearer) and Environmental Protection Agency head Russ Cargill (voiced by Albert Brooks). "You know sir," Cargill tells the president, "when you made me head of the EPA, you were applauded for appointing one of the most successful men in America to the least successful agency in government. And why did I take the job? Because I?m a rich man who wanted to give something back. Not the money, but something." That "something" is a devil?s plan to contain the disaster. As the fates of Springfield and the world hang in the balance, Homer embarks on a personal odyssey of redemption ? seeking forgiveness from Marge, the reunion of his splintered family, and the salvation of his hometown. Get to Know The Simpsons "Oh, so they have internet on computers now!" -- Homer Simpson "I'd like to visit that Long Island Place, if only it were real." -- Marge Simpson (drinking a Long Island Iced Tea) "Aren't we forgetting the true meaning of Christmas? You know, the birth of Santa." -- Bart Simpson "If cartoons were meant for adults, they'd put them on in prime time." -- Lisa Simpson "Daddy" -- Maggie Simpson Stills from The Simpsons Movie From Racking up impressive box office numbers right across the globe, the arrival of The Simpsons Movie onto the big screen proved, for many, to be more than worth the wait. But with its DVD release, there?s a compelling argument that Springfield?s finest have come back to their natural home. The film itself is primarily Homer-centred, with the head of The Simpsons family seemingly consigning Springfield to certain doom when he dumps his waste where he shouldn?t. But, in the true spirit of the show, the plot takes a relative back seat to the antics of America?s first family. And it?s those antics that offer the film?s gold. As you?d hope, it boasts several laugh-out-loud moments, from visual gags (the rock and hard place being a favourite) through to the by-now infamous Spider-pig. There?s not quite enough material to keep the chuckle counter going for the full duration of The Simpsons Movie, and the criticism that it?s effectively three episodes strung together has some truth to it. But you?d still be hard-pushed to complain for one key reason: The Simpsons Movie is grand entertainment, with plenty of rewatch potential. So while you can add us to the queue of people who wanted more Mr Burns, and while it doesn?t quite measure up to some of the show?s best episodes, The Simpsons Movie still delivers, and does it with some quality. And Spider-pig is a work of genius?--Jon Foster Synopsis Fresh from the hit series, The Simpsons Movie expands the adventures of the Springfield residents into a feature-length film. Here Homer's selfish antics and his affection for a pig are responsible for a horrific ecological disaster that could spell the end for Springfield. So it's up to the paunchy patriarch to save his family and the town from the mess that he has created. Just as in the award-winning show, The Simpsons Movie skilfully combines smart satire with inspired silliness. Dan Castellaneta, Harry Shearer, Hank Azaria, and other regulars of the series provide laughs with their vocal talents. Though The Simpsons Movie is best seen after a lifetime of watching reruns of the show and repeating its endlessly quotable lines, viewers don't have to be die-hard fans to get the jokes. Screenwriters Matt Groening, James L. Brooks, and company are at the top of their game here, channelling the show at its best. The film comes after 18 series of the series, but it's certainly more in the spirit (and quality) of the show's best years.