The Simpsons is a popular television program. This paper explores and analyses a postmodernist reading of this contemporary adult TV animation. In the analysis, the essay takes a keen look at the postmodern theories of intertextuality and self-reflexivity. The two theories are further supported by elements of metanarratives and hyperreality. The aesthetic production of various elements of postmodernism are also outlined in the essay before getting into the detail of The Simpsons . Postmodernism encompasses a contemporary cultural movement especially when referring to the cultural criticism and aesthetic production that gained popularity before the advent of the 1990s. 1 The magnitude of its reach explains why it is an outstanding movement. Besides, disciplines such as sociology, politics, philosophy, and arts have proven to be relevant to postmodernism. As much as it has been difficult to generalize postmodernism, it is vital to mention that postmodern art forms may be characterized numerous common features. A number of contemporary types of art usually borrow several aspects of intertextuality when their contents are being developed. This also explains why pastiche and parody are used as reference points in literature and other works of art. A playful satire is common when it comes to a parody. On the other hand, an original style is mostly applied in a pastiche even though imitation is still a key feature. 2 Several contemporary or postmodern works are also characterized by sell-reflexivity. The individual constructive characters of various pieces of works are exposed and clearly elaborated in any process that entails self-reflexivity. Irony comes into existence when intertextuality is used in a contemporary piece of art. Hence, conventions are broken down owing to frequent use of both imitation and irony. The Simpsons is a postmodern or contemporary adult TV animation with numerous metanarratives that can be critiqued. The multi-faceted glory of the modern society has been portrayed through this TV program. It is possible to get a glimpse of society through the minds of the creators due to the visible and imaginary pictures that ran in the minds of viewers or the targeted audience. From the outset, the program makes use of a large number of characters in order to bring out the events taking place in Springfield even though every scenario is purely fictional. 3 Nonetheless, it mirrors down the real picture or occurrences in society. There are slightly more than 1000 characters who take part in the TV program. The Simpsons attempts exhaust all aspects of the society being represented. This may probably be due to the staggering number of personalities acting in the play. Besides, the audience is in a position to visualize the trials and tribulations of those who are fully featured in the program. A symbolic and parodying style is evident in The Simpsons since the pluralism nature of the contemporary society has been brought out so well through the role-play of several characters. These include Abraham Simpson who is the lonely senior, local Barney Gumble, Nelson Muntz who is a neglected young man, and Apu Nahasapeemapetilon who is an Indian immigrant. 4 Social classes, ethnicities or specific age groups do not limit the subject matter of The Simpsons . The diversity which