Miracle on Evergreen Terrace/References
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"Miracle on Evergreen Terrace"
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Cultural references
- Miracle on 34th Street: The episode title is a play on the Christmas film.
- Jeopardy!: Alex Trebek's comment that Marge owed the show $5,200 (based on her negative $5,200 score) is a spoof of criticism concerning Trebek's sometimes stern rules enforcement of shows he hosted, particularly during the early years of "Jeopardy!" Also a likely reference to Alex Trebek's early years hosting was that he is portrayed on The Simpsons with a mustache. At the time of the episode's airing and since then, Alex Trebek shaved off his mustache for a clean-shaven look.
- It's a Wonderful Life: The scene where everyone rallies around to support the Simpsons is reminiscent of the last scene of the classic holiday movie. The scene where George Bailey tells his child to stop playing the piano is also spoofed by Homer telling Lisa to stop playing the piano.
Trivia
Goofs
- Marge is seen playing in Final Jeopardy with a negative score. In real life, Jeopardy! contestants who finish the first two rounds with negative scores are barred from participating in Final Jeopardy, but given a consolation prize of $1,000 in cash. Also contrary to what is implied in this episode, contestants are not threatened with violence.
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