Overview
- Matt Selman told Entertainment Weekly he would be “shocked” if The Simpsons left Universal’s parks and warned removing Springfield could be highly disruptive.
- Selman emphasized he has no insider role in licensing talks and that his comments are personal speculation, not an announcement.
- Universal operates Springfield U.S.A. at its Hollywood and Orlando parks, centered on The Simpsons Ride with themed dining such as Krusty Burger and Lard Lad Donuts.
- Industry coverage often cites a 20‑year arrangement pointing to a possible 2028 expiration, and a Disney guest survey last December rekindled speculation about future use of the IP.
- Neither Universal nor Disney has announced closures of Springfield or new Simpsons projects for Disney parks, though Selman floated a potential ‘Treehouse of Horror’ seasonal overlay as an idea.