Bart Simpson and the Krusty Brand Fun Factory/References

Cultural references

 * The main plot is a reference to the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and the film adaptation .
 * The cover art for the comic this story was originally published in is a parody of the film's theatrical release poster.
 * The Itchy & Scratchy cartoon "Choco-Pussy or Dip and Let Die!" is a reference to the ' films ' and .
 * The flying monkeys released by Sideshow Bob are a reference to the book and film The Wizard of Oz.
 * When Grampa is attacked by a group of cyborg monkeys, he says, "You don't scare me. I've seen When Animals Attack thirty-seven times." He then comments "If Chuck Heston can whip your butts so can I.", referencing Charlton Heston, who portrayed the protagonist in Planet of the Apes.
 * The log flume ride in the factory is a reference to the  ride at the Disneyland parks.