The Simpsons Se1 Ep2 Bart the Genius

Bart the Genius is the second episode of Season 1 and the first episode of the series to use the famous opening sequence. It marks the first use of Bart’s catchphrase “Eat my shorts.” The episode aired on January 14, 1990. It was written by Jon Vitti and directed by David Silverman.

Bart swaps papers with Martin Prince at an IQ test. He’s referred to the Enriched Learning Center for Gifted Children (proprietor Dr J. Loren Pryor). His new school’s laid-back liberal ethos suits him fine – until he’s asked to show evidence of his neglected genius.