As the clock marked the beginning of 2024, who reappeared with their remarkable foresight? None other than The Simpsons!
The Simpsons have a history of making strange predictions that sometimes unexpectedly match real-life events, from robot presidents to flying cars. In 2024, it seems they might have once again forecast happenings similar to what has actually occurred.
Let's explore 10 of their most surprising predictions and see if Springfield's ability for foreseeing the future has any more surprises for the year ahead.
Trump’s 2024 Presidential Run
On November 15, 2022, Former U.S. President Donald Trump, who fell short in his bid for a second term, stepped into the spotlight and announced his entry for the 2024 elections. Eager to reclaim the position he lost in 2021, Trump made his declaration.Remarkably, in a 2015 episode titled ‘BART to the Future’ Homer Simpson is seen flying past a sign reading ‘Trump 2024’ a prediction that lead Trump’s presidency.
AI Robots Taking Over
The general impact of Artificial Intelligence on various global sectors has led to well-known job cuts.In Episode 17, Series 23, there’s a scene depicting Homer losing his job as his employer switches all human employees with robots.
Lisa as the First Female President
In an episode titled ‘Back to the Future,’ Lisa take up the role of the first female president of the United States. Some rely on that this predicted Kamala Harris’s ascent. It remains to be seen whether another female candidate will sheltered the presidential run.[embedpost slug="the-simpsons-predicted-coronavirus-outbreak-in-1993/"]
