Simpsons(1989) — The

It parodied American culture and the "perfect" TV family trope.

Bart Simpson’s rebellious attitude (and his famous "Who the hell are you?" line) quickly made him a cultural icon—and a target for concerned parents. The Simpsons(1989)

Over 35 years later, the show has become a global phenomenon, winning dozens of and even being named the best TV series of the 20th century by Time Magazine . It is famous for its "predictions," seemingly foretelling everything from Disney’s acquisition of Fox to the invention of hover cars (which, to be fair, hasn't happened yet). It parodied American culture and the "perfect" TV

At the time, many feared the show was "hardcore adult material" disguised as a cartoon. It was the first primetime animated series to be treated like a serious sitcom since The Flintstones ended in 1966. Early reviews often focused on: It is famous for its "predictions," seemingly foretelling