A Father's Watch/References

Cultural references

 * The title of the episode is a parody of the film .
 * Homer has apparently written a book titled , which is the title of the episode.
 * Homer sings versions of "" by, the song from the movie .
 * Dr. Fenton Pooltoy's G.R.I.T. is a reference to 's book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance.
 * Homer mentions Sigmund Freud to Bart.
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 * Close-up "Magic" Johnson appears, a reference to Magic Johnson.
 * appears.
 * Hebron James appears, a reference to LeBron James.
 * Abraham Lincoln Sr. appears

Continuity

 * All the past and present Simpsons' pets are on the couch.
 * Marge searches for "I wonder if anyone talks about parenting online" on Oogle. ("The Good, the Sad, and the Drugly")