User blog:Fuzzy Slippers/Top 10 Mr. Burns Quotes

Hey there, Fuzzy Slippers here! And in honor of Halloween, I'm counting down the top 10 Treehouse of Horror segments! Based on both scariness and hilarity, and keep in mind, it's only my opinion.

Number 10
Hungry are the Damned, Treehouse of Horror

Here's where it's time to get pissed: This is my only pick from the first THOH special. Yes, yes, I love The Raven as much as the next guy, it's entertaining and funny, but it's missing a very critical element: It isn't scary, heck, it's barely creepy at any point.

Hungry are the Damned, however, is very funny and scary. I mean, just the introduction of Kang and Kodos is top 10-worthy, but the hilarious gags in this episode are the icing on the cake, and it's good icing. It's what I believe to be one of the most underrated THOH segments, and if you could only see the tears in Serak the Preparer's eyes, you vultures!

Number 9
Bart Simpson's Dracula, THOH IV

This is one where I could see some level of canonicity, at least in Burns being a vampire (or Steve Allen). You could say that in some terms he is. Bart Simpsons's Dracula is notably one of the more unnerving on this list, but also very fast-paced and cleverly-written.

The jokes in this episode just keep coming: Wiggum's assessment of the cape that literally has "Dracula" written on it as the doing of a mummy, and subsequent order of destruction to museum's Egyptian wing, Grandpa attempting to murder Bart (perhaps a callback to Dial Z for Zombies), The "Super Fun Happy Slide," the list just foes on and on. Truly a parody worthy or Dracula's legacy.

Number 8
Easy-Bake Coven, THOH VIII

Obviously Season 9 is when things started to... slide. But the THOH episodes stayed very strong for seasons to come, and they sure didn't goof of with VIII. All three of these segments are fantastic, but this one is (loosely) based on real life, and doesn't have a crappy ending!

Julie Kavner is wonderful as Marge and her sisters. She always brings her game, and this is no exception. And even with a downright Shyamalan-worthy twist at the end! This is one episode that always keeps me cackling through the night.

Number 7
The Thing and I, Treehouse of Horror VII

Here we have another phenomenal performance from one of the cast members, as Nancy Cartwright performance of Hugo is the heart and soul of this episode... Well, that and Hibbert's afro.

The episode is, of course, gut-busting, but the somewhat dark humor also adds to the creepiness. And the final revolution, now that's a twist BEYOND Shyamalan. And why not end it with one of The Simpsons' best quotes? Because it doesn't make sense. Ah, screw it: "Too crazy for boys town, too much of a boy for crazy town."

Number 6
Nightmare on Evergreen Terrace, Treehouse of Horror VI

Makes sense to pair one of the greatest horror movie villains and greatest Simpsons characters, right? That has been substantiated here, as Willie is just hysterical as a Freddy Krueger parody with one of the most hilarious origins ever.

The various ways he tries (and sometimes succeeds) to kill the children are so creative, and the catchphrases that accompany them are even better.

Number 5
Time and Punishment, THOH V

While perhaps not the scariest THOH segment, it may be the funniest. What with Grandpa's bizarre-yet-uselful wedding advice, and Maggie's murderous tendencies (and powerful voice). It shows how much I love this episode when it's (as of October 30, 2016) my avatar!

Incredibly imaginative with it's alternate realities (giants, lizard-tongues, and the perfect world), it's definitely worthy of a place in the top 10.

Number 4
Citizen Kang, THOH VII

And just when you thought you could escape politics (I guess it makes sense when the election is in over a week). Kang and Kodos strike back to deliver yet another spectacular spectacle, as they take the form of Bill Clinton and Bob Dole in order to take over the world.

The humor is top-notch, but the extra political commentary just completes the package. And because it still sort of applies, "either way, your planet is doomed!"

Number 3
Clown Without Pity, THOH III


 * The Story is past paced: That's good.
 * The jokes are clever: That's good.
 * The scares are still there: That's good.
 * The ending is simple, yet beautiful: That's good.

The bizarre jokes in this episode are downright genius! I just wish The Simpsons had a Good/Evil switch, and we could fix it all. But, alas, at least we have these classics.

Number 2
The Devil and Homer Simpson, THOH IV

A seemingly obvious concept, executed with such grace. Homer sells his soul for a donut, and comes up with a loophole... and blows it within 24 hours. So the Devil takes him to court, with a jury of the most evil people in history (all dead, excluding Nixon).

Devil Flanders is a marvelous character, and has so many great lines. But the heartwarming ending is what makes it number 2. But if you get to thinking that you're smarter than the Devil, think again.

Number 1
The Shinning, THOH V

What else could it be? I've watched this short dozens of times, and I never love it less with any viewing. The Shinning is perfect, there are no flaws with it. Every gag is fantastic, every other line has a joke sprinkled in. My love for The Shinning knows no bounds.

Homer and Marge's confrontation is one of the greatest sequences in the history of Simpsons. It's reputation is very much deserved, for this is the greatest Treehouse of Horror segment of all time.

Some honorable mentions go to Dial Z for Zombies, The Raven, The HΩmega Man, Bring in the Clones, Nightmare Cafeteria, and The Genesis Tub (or just any segment from III to VIII). Happy Halloween, everyone!