S24E11The Simpsons season 24 episode 11: The Changing of the Guardian
Aired 27 January 201322 minRated TV-PG
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What happens in “The Changing of the Guardian”
A tornado touches down in Springfield which sucks up Santa's Little Helper. While Homer and Marge are out looking for the family dog, the tornado strikes again and almost takes Marge and Homer. Marge is distraught about the kids and decide to pick a guardian to care for the children.
Episode summary: TMDB.
Before you watch
- It is episode 11 of 22 of season 24, so watch episodes 1 to 10 first.
- It runs about 22 minutes.
- Directed by Bob Anderson, written by Rob LaZebnik.
- TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 (26 votes).
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Cast and crew of this episode
- Director
- Bob Anderson
- Writer
- Rob LaZebnik
- Guest stars
- Danny DeVito as Herbert Powell (voice)Rashida Jones as Portia (voice)Maggie Roswell as Luann Van Houten (voice)
Credits: TMDB.
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