Studio Ghibli tribute on The Simpsons

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An upcoming episode of The Simpsons will include a sequence featuring numerous references to works by acclaimed Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki. The long running animated American sitcom is known for its take on popular culture and some anime has worked its way into the show previously, but never before on this scale.

How many Studio Ghibli movies can you spot in the promotional clip below?

The Simpsons airs this Sunday, January 12th at 8:00 pm PST on Fox in the United States and Global in Canada.

 

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