If you want the archival copy of The Simpsons Season 01 as it aired in 1989, the ideal route is buying the original DVD and ripping it yourself . That guarantees no malware, no legal threats, and full control over encoding.

Even in its first 13 episodes, the show was already hitting home runs. If you’re looking for the absolute highlights of the season, these are the essential watches: Is it worth to watch the Simpsons starting from episode 1?

Bart struggles with his conscience after decapitating the statue of town founder Jebediah Springfield in "The Telltale Head."

– A classic start to an iconic series. Though animation is rougher than later seasons and the tone is more grounded and family-dramedy than the satirical juggernaut it would become, episodes like “Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire,” “Bart the Genius,” and “Krusty Gets Busted” showcase sharp writing, heartfelt moments, and the voice cast’s early brilliance. It’s essential viewing for animation fans, but the show’s golden age truly kicks off in Season 3–8.

: The series debuted on December 17, 1989 , with the episode "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire".