The Simpsons Se11 Ep09 Grift of the Magi

“Grift of the Magi” is the ninth episode of Season 11 and aired on December 19, 1999. The episode was written by Tom Martin and directed by Matthew Nastuk. Tim Robbins, Clarence Clemons, Gary Coleman and Joe Mantegna guest star.

A sinister toy company unveils Funzo, the next “Tickle Me Elmo”-style fad to Springfield’s Christmas shoppers. The toy is a huge success, in part because it is programmed to destroy other toys.