The last imagination of a live-action version of The Simpsons includes interesting casting choices for Apu and Ned Flanders. There have been several viral suggestions for how to launch a live action Simpsonsalthough the top choices usually tend to be a well-known comedic actor like Adam Sandler or Kevin James as Marge, while the role of Homer is often envisioned for an A-list performer like Scarlett Johansson or Charlize Theron. The most interesting selections tend to come from the large number of supporting characters that populate Springfield.
The latest trailer imagined comes from Sjones Filmstaking a different approach by portraying younger versions of most of the characters. This includes Rua do Pulo 21 Jonah Hill, who plays Homer Simpson. Girls trip star Tiffany Haddish plays Marge Simpson, SNLPete Davidson is Bart, and BlackMarsai Martin is Lisa. Completing the main family, Danny DeVito is Grandpa Simpson.
Coming to the supporting cast, Kel Mitchell from Kenan and Kel and Good burger It's Ned Flanders, Breaking BadBryan Cranston is Mr. Burns, Neighbors star Seth Rogen is Chief Wiggum, Boardwalk EmpireSteve Buscemi is Moe, and Scott PeregrinoMichael Cera is Millhouse. Parks and RecreationAziz Asanri is Apu. The longtime character hasn't spoken about The Simpsons since 2017, in the 29th season, with Hank Azaria leaving the role after the animated comedy received backlash for Apu being a negative stereotype of Indians. The trailer can be seen below:
What Happens in The Simpsons Live-Action Trailer
There are fun Easter eggs
The trailer starts off like a normal introduction to The Simpsons. Like other recent AI-generated trailers, it includes a dry voiceover that pokes fun at the city of Springfield and its residents. But there are also fun Easter eggs and little detailslike Homer wearing glasses, which he does from time to time. Marge is also seen wielding a gun, which is a deep cut into a notable storyline in the series, where she ends up keeping one in her purse.
But aside from these little details, like a young adult Bart being a rapper, the trailer is fun for its unexpected casting choices. Buscemi is a popular choice for Moe, and Cera is a run-of-the-mill Millhouse, due to the actor playing similarly strange characters. However, Mitchell, as casino-loving Ned Flanders, is inspired and calls back to "Viva Ned Flanders" of the 10th season.
Our take on the latest Simpsons trailer
Points for being different
A live action Simpsons It would probably never work, but the latest trailer stands out for trying something a little different than just going for the somewhat usual casting choices. It offers the interesting question of how actors can change the way you see a role, even if it's basically the same on paper.
Source: Sjones Films