Simpsons had predicted Disney to buy Fox in 1998 episode

Disney today announced the acquisition of part of 21st Century Fox, including the movie and television entertainment divisions.

The deal brings to the Disney conglomerate recognized brands and intellectual properties such as Avatar, the X-Men movies, as well as animations like Family Guy and The Simpsons .

The Springfield family had already imagined a scenario in which 20th Century Fox would be bought by Walt Disney Corporation! In a 1998 episode, a sign is seen in which Fox appears as part of the Mickey Mouse company conglomerate.

In episode 10x05 “When You Dish Upon A Star”, Homer befriends celebrities vacationing in a remote part of town - and promises to keep it a secret. Bart and Lisa remind Homer of their promise to take them to Springfield Lake for the holidays. Crossing the remote road they see a huge modern house with a Humvee parked in front.

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