About Maggie Simpson in "Playdate with Destiny"

"Maggie Simpson in Playdate with Destiny" is an animated short film from The Simpsons franchise, released in 2020. The story revolves around a seemingly ordinary day in the park for Maggie Simpson that takes an unexpected twist. When Maggie faces danger on the playground, a brave young infant comes to her rescue, stealing her heart in the process. The two share a blissful playdate, with Maggie eager to meet her baby beau again the following day. But when things don't go as planned, she is left to wonder: Will fate - or her father, Homer - stand in the way of their budding romance?

Making / Production

The short film was produced by Gracie Films and 20th Century Fox Animation and directed by David Silverman. It was initially released in theaters as a lead-in to the 2020 film "Onward." This charming mini adventure is a testament to the creativity and humor that has kept The Simpsons a staple of pop culture for decades.

Actors

• Lisa Simpson (voice provided by Yeardley Smith). Lisa makes a brief appearance in the film, continuing to play her role as Maggie's older sister.
• Homer Simpson (voice provided by Dan Castellaneta). In this short, Homer unexpectedly assumes the role of an obstacle in Maggie's quest for her subsequent play-date.
• Maggie Simpson (character does not speak). Despite not having a voice actor, Maggie is the protagonist of the story, communicating through expressive animations.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Playdate with Destiny" is the third Simpsons short film, following "The Longest Daycare" and "Good Night."
• This was the first Simpsons content to be released under the Disney banner following Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox.
• The short was later made available for streaming on Disney+.

Quotes

• Maggie (thought bubble): "I can't wait to see him again."
• Homer (to Marge): "I think our little girl is growing up."

Music, Soundtrack

The whimsical music and sound effects of this short film help to tell the story without the need for dialogue, a common trait in Simpsons' shorts. As per the tradition, it includes classic tunes from the Simpsons' library, bringing the familiar feel of Springfield to this new little adventure.