A devoted fan of The Simpsons has pinpointed the exact spot where Homer landed in the real world, over thirty years after the memorable episode aired. This episode, titled Treehouse of Horror VI, is the sixth installment of the seventh season and is a part of the Treehouse of Horror Halloween special series.
In this episode, Homer finds himself transported into the real world, specifically landing in a dumpster located in Los Angeles. Initially scared, he soon perks up upon discovering an erotic cake store.
This segment offered an unusual perspective compared to the typical 2D animation style of The Simpsons, featuring a 3D-rendered Homer instead.
The episode left a lasting impression on viewers, with one fan on Reddit describing it as a ‘masterpiece.’ They shared, “This entire TOH episode is a masterpiece, and one of my all-time favorites: The Time Toaster and this segment, 3D Homer, being the standouts.”
The podcast Four Finger Discount took it upon themselves to find the precise location of Homer’s landing spot. Decades after the episode aired, they did a photo shoot at the location.
This spot is situated at Andrew Young 13567 Ventura Boulevard, Sherman Oaks, CA.
A comparison between the original appearance and its current state shows minimal changes over the past 30 years. An air conditioning vent and a small adjacent extension have been added, and the wall has been freshly painted.
Interestingly, the dumpster that cushioned Homer’s fall is no longer present, which could result in a rougher landing today.
Fans have shared their reactions to the changes in the area. One person humorously commented: “For a second I thought it was Four Seasons Landscaping.”
Another suggested a tribute to the scene, saying: “I’m shocked homer isn’t painted on the wall as a mural!”
Some fans expressed disbelief at how much time has passed since the episode first aired. One said, “I could have gone about my day just fine without ever knowing that was 30 years ago.”
Additionally, a fan proposed an alternative concept for the scene: “Instead of a 3D homer they should have used live action Homer.”
Envisioning a real-world Homer would indeed be a challenging task.