By the D23 Team
To kick off the holiday season, D23 Gold Members were treated to the world premiere screening of The Simpsons’ holiday special, “O C’mon All Ye Faithful,” at the historic El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, CA. In this festive double episode, Homer gets hypnotized and hilariously believes he’s Santa Claus, sparking a cheerful chain reaction that leads everyone to question their beliefs and explore the meaning of a “miracle.” The special began streaming exclusively on Disney+ on December 17, 2024, in celebration of the 35th anniversary of the original Simpsons Christmas special, “Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire,” which first aired December 17, 1989.
Upon entering the El Capitan Theatre, D23 Gold Members were transported into the colorful world of Springfield. From sudokus on the back of their tickets, to life-sized photo opportunities and cutouts of The Simpsons’ characters in the audience, this experience was truly immersive. Not only did fans receive complimentary popcorn and beverages, but they were also given a very special donut (“Mmm... donuts!”) that would make Homer feel merrier than a partridge in a pear tree. Of course, a trip to Springfield wouldn’t be complete without a stop at the Kwik-E-Mart—where guests picked up Simpsons-themed swag bags; each bag featured a unique combination of goodies that included a hat, t-shirt, a Duff beer-can pillow, a pin, and a tumbler.
Fans were positively D’oh-lighted by the special episode—with special praise for illusionist Derren Brown’s guest-starring role, and standout musical performances by Pentatonix and Patti LaBelle. This special also stands out as the first-ever double episode in The Simpsons' 36-season history! Additionally, it marks another milestone as the first Simpsons special or episode to premiere exclusively on Disney+. Two more Disney+ exclusive episodes are set to come soon to the streaming service, so stay tuned for more information...
This event sure made D23 Gold Members’ spirits bright! Take a look below at more photos of the jolly good time had by our fans:

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