Man vs. Beast vs. Food/References

Cultural references

 * The story's title and plotline (and the that Homer stars in) are references to, and parodies of, the reality show .
 * They could also be considered as referencing and parodying the survival show , as Homer is competing against animals.

Continuity

 * When Krusty asked Bart what his name was he mentioned he:
 * Was the "I Didn't Do It" boy ("Bart Gets Famous")
 * Convinced him to run for congress ("Mr. Spritz Goes to Washington")
 * Saved him from Sideshow Bob at least twice ("Sideshow Bob's Last Gleaming" and "Day of the Jackanapes")
 * Led a revolt at his summer camp ("Kamp Krusty")
 * Received a huge settlement after eating a Metal Krusty-O ("'Round Springfield")