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Elephant does her best to say goodbye to circus

Sat, 07 Dec, 2013

Simpsons creator Groening reveals genesis for 'Springfield' choice

The Simpsons' hometown is based on Springfield, Oregon.

Wed, 11 Apr, 2012

Simpsons movie opens in Springfield, Tallaght

The long awaited Simpson's movie went on national release yesterday after it's Irish Premiere was held in Springfield, Tallaght following a campaign by local Fianna Fáil TD Charlie O'Connor to have the movie screened there.

Sat, 28 Jul, 2007

Ex-dome becomes Springfield for Simpsons premiere

The Simpsons Movie gets its UK premiere tonight.

Wed, 25 Jul, 2007

Yellow carpet out for 'The Simpsons'

Animated movie 'The Simpsons' had its world premiere in the family's newly-adopted hometown of Springfield, Vermont on Saturday.

Mon, 23 Jul, 2007