[s8e14] The Itchy & Scratchy & Poochie Show Apr 2026

: This episode features the first time Comic Book Guy utters his iconic catchphrase, " Worst episode ever ," satirizing the hyper-critical nature of online fans. The Itchy & Scratchy & Poochie Show - IMDb

: Through soulless corporate focus groups, they develop Poochie , a "wisecracking hip-hop surfer dog" with "attitude". [S8E14] The Itchy & Scratchy & Poochie Show

This episode was specifically timed to celebrate The Simpsons surpassing The Flintstones as the longest-running American animated series. : This episode features the first time Comic

When ratings for The Itchy & Scratchy Show begin to drop, Krusty the Clown and network executives decide the show needs a "new, hip" character to regain younger viewers. " Worst episode ever

: Homer auditions and wins the role of Poochie’s voice actor, finding brief local fame.