Lisa's Substitute

S2E19: Lisa's Substitute

S2E197.84/25/199123 min

With Miss Hoover out sick, a substitute teacher takes the class and becomes an inspiring role model for Lisa.

Episode Ending

In "The Simpsons" Season 2, Episode 19, titled "Lisa's Substitute," the episode wraps up with a bittersweet conclusion. Lisa is heartbroken when her beloved substitute teacher, Mr. Bergstrom, leaves town. Before departing, he gives Lisa a note that simply reads, "You are Lisa Simpson," to remind her of her unique qualities and potential. Meanwhile, back at the Simpson household, Bart is running for class president against Martin Prince. Despite Bart's charismatic campaign and the support of his classmates, Martin wins the election because Bart's supporters are too lazy to vote. Bart learns a lesson in civic responsibility the hard way. The episode closes with Lisa turning to her father, Homer, for comfort about Mr. Bergstrom's departure. Despite his usual cluelessness, Homer manages to reassure Lisa by expressing his love and pride in her. It's one of those rare moments where Homer steps up as a dad, proving he's not completely hopeless when it comes to parenting.

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Cast & Crew

Cast

Julie Kavner

Julie Kavner

Marge Simpson / Patty Bouvier / Selma Bouvier / Jacqueline Bouvier (voice)

Nancy Cartwright

Nancy Cartwright

Bart Simpson / Maggie Simpson / Nelson Muntz / Ralph Wiggum (voice)

Yeardley Smith

Yeardley Smith

Lisa Simpson / Maggie Simpson (voice)

Hank Azaria

Hank Azaria

Moe Szyslak / Chief Wiggum / Apu / Comic Book Guy / Carl Carlson / Superintendent Chalmers (voice)

Harry Shearer

Harry Shearer

Ned Flanders / Mr. Burns / Smithers / Principal Skinner / Lenny Leonard (voice)

Dan Castellaneta

Dan Castellaneta

Homer Simpson / Abe Simpson / Barney Gumble / Krusty the Clown / Groundskeeper Willie / Mayor Quimby (voice)