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The Simpsons Episode That Almost Had Multiple Endings

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The Simpsons nearly went full Clue with multiple endings for one of their most infamous episodes, according to insider intel.
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  • The Simpsons' writers were considering a 'Clue'-style twist ending for the show's iconic 'Who Shot Mr. Burns?' storyline, with different versions teasing multiple culprits.
  • Al Jean, the Simpsons showrunner, revealed they ultimately decided against the multiple endings idea, opting instead for a classic whodunit reveal that left fans guessing for over a year.
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