The Weeb Simpsons phenomenon represents the intersection of two massive cultural pillars: Matt Groening's legendary animated sitcom and the expansive world of Japanese anime. While 'The Simpsons' has officially parodied anime styles several times—most notably in 'Treehouse of Horror' segments—the internet took it further through fan-made 'aesthetic' edits, vaporwave soundtracks, and redraws of iconic scenes in a high-budget shonen or magical girl art style. These memes often poke fun at the 'weeb' lifestyle, where fans become obsessed with Japanese tropes, or they simply celebrate the bizarrely perfect harmony between the show's cynical humor and the dramatic flair of anime. It is a staple of niche internet communities that enjoy reimagining Western animation through an Eastern lens.