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*The show is a reference of ''[[The Simpsons]]'' and of Bible character {{w|Samson}}, a {{w|Biblical judges|judge}} who was renowned for his feats of strength and heroism such as wrestling a lion and single-handedly slaying an entire army.
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*The show is a parody of ''[[The Simpsons]]'' and of Bible character {{w|Samson}}, a {{w|Biblical judges|judge}} who was renowned for his feats of strength and heroism such as wrestling a lion and single-handedly slaying an entire army.
 
*The phrase "that modern Old Testament family" is a parody of the second line in ''[[The Flintstones]]''' main tune, "they're the modern stone age family."
 
*The phrase "that modern Old Testament family" is a parody of the second line in ''[[The Flintstones]]''' main tune, "they're the modern stone age family."
  

Revision as of 14:17, December 18, 2011

The Samsons
TV Show Information
Genre: Comedy


The Samsons is a television show that Ned Flanders watches.

History

The show is one of the many family friendly programs recommended by Ned Flanders. The show plays on Channel 13 on Sunday, at 8:00 p.m.

Description

"Animated laughs and feats of strength from "that modern Old Testament family!""

Behind the Laughter

  • The show is a parody of The Simpsons and of Bible character Samson, a judge who was renowned for his feats of strength and heroism such as wrestling a lion and single-handedly slaying an entire army.
  • The phrase "that modern Old Testament family" is a parody of the second line in The Flintstones' main tune, "they're the modern stone age family."

Appearances