Content guide
Mild — okay from about 9+
The Simpsons S24 E18, “Pulpit Friction”, scores 2/5 for violence, 1/5 for sex and 2/5 for language, for an overall kid-rating of 2/5 — Mild — okay from about 9+.
Across the episode we counted 7 flagged moments in 2 themes: Violence & injury (2); Alcohol & drugs (5). Every moment below is either a direct quote from the episode transcript or a short description of what happens on screen, so you can decide before you press play.
Parents need to know
Age 9+Violence, drinking, mild language in animation.
Parents need to know that The Simpsons S24 E18, "Pulpit Friction", is a animation episode. Scores low: the strongest thing we found is violence & injury (moderate, in dialogue). Violence is mild but includes Moe Szyslak says, "(PULLS OUT A SHOTGUN) That is the wrong thing to say to a snake handler". Some mild language appears in the dialogue. Characters drink or talk about alcohol and drugs — Homer Simpson says, "(SIPS BEER) No need. I already went online and ordered a new couch just like the old one". Every flagged moment below is a direct quote from the transcript or a short description of what happens on screen.
Watch for — every moment, theme by theme
Violence & injury 2 moments
How Violence & injury shows up in The Simpsons S24 E18:
- Moe Szyslak
(PULLS OUT A SHOTGUN) That is the wrong thing to say to a snake handler.
- Patty Bouvier
I didn't think Shotgun Mike's Bridal Store had a nice dress, but you found it.
Alcohol & drugs 5 moments
How Alcohol & drugs shows up in The Simpsons S24 E18:
- Homer Simpson
(SIPS BEER) No need. I already went online and ordered a new couch just like the old one.
- Bart Simpson
D'unno. Why are your friends such drunks?
- Marge Simpson
Vodka? Is this Krusty's?
- Moe Szyslak
Oh, this thing's just loaded with rock salt. I just use it to keep raccoons outta my fridge. And of course to coat the rims of my margarita glasses.
- Nelson Muntz
Hey! There's a fifty in my vest pocket. Will you buy us some beers?
Watch With The Kids · Your kids — your rules! · Informal parent guidance, not an official rating.