Welcome to the ultimate episode guide for Futurama, the beloved animated sci-fi sitcom created by Matt Groening. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the Planet Express crew, this comprehensive guide lists every Futurama episode in production order, offering a detailed look into the show’s run across different networks and seasons.
Futurama has captivated audiences with its witty writing, memorable characters, and imaginative storylines set in the 31st century. This guide is designed to be your go-to resource for navigating the vast universe of Futurama episodes. Here, you’ll find not only episode titles and air dates but also production codes, broadcast codes, and DVD release information, providing a complete picture of the show’s journey from conception to screen.
For those interested in understanding the technical aspects of Futurama‘s production, it’s important to note the distinction between production codes and broadcast codes. The production code, in the format #ACV##, is assigned by 20th Century Fox Television during production, with “ACV” being the unique series code for Futurama. This code remains constant throughout the show’s production history. On the other hand, the broadcast code, formatted as S##E##, reflects the broadcast season and episode number as aired by the network. Notably, the broadcast seasons sometimes differed from the production seasons, especially during the original run on FOX.
This guide primarily follows the production order, which is favored by creators and many fans for its chronological consistency in terms of episode development. For those interested in the broadcast order, a separate listing is available. Dive in to explore the complete Futurama episode guide and revisit your favorite moments or discover new episodes to enjoy!
| Production Order |
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| Season 1 |
| Season 2 |
| Season 3 |
| Season 4 |
| Season 5****Films |
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| Season 6 |
| Season 7 |
| Season 8 |
| Season 9 |
| Specials |
| EpisodesListing order: Production · Broadcast · Branded Commentaries · TranscriptsTitle captions · Opening cartoons · Deleted scenesComicsGrouping: Regional · Comparitive |
Season 1
Main article: Season 1
Season 1 of Futurama introduces us to Philip J. Fry, a pizza delivery boy who is cryogenically frozen and awakens in New New York in the year 3000. This season sets the stage for the entire series, introducing core characters like Leela, Bender, and Professor Farnsworth, and establishing the show’s unique blend of sci-fi adventure and comedic storytelling. Memorable episodes from Season 1 include the pilot “Space Pilot 3000,” which kicks off Fry’s journey, and “A Big Piece of Garbage,” showcasing the show’s ability to tackle environmental themes with humor.
| Title | Original airdateFOX | Production code | TV Broadcast | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Space Pilot 3000 | March 28, 1999 | 1ACV01 | S01E01 | 1 |
| The Series Has Landed | April 4, 1999 | 1ACV02 | S01E02 | 2 |
| I, Roommate | April 6, 1999 | 1ACV03 | S01E03 | 3 |
| Love’s Labours Lost in Space | April 13, 1999 | 1ACV04 | S01E04 | 4 |
| Fear of a Bot Planet | April 20, 1999 | 1ACV05 | S01E05 | 5 |
| A Fishful of Dollars | April 27, 1999 | 1ACV06 | S01E06 | 6 |
| My Three Suns | May 4, 1999 | 1ACV07 | S01E07 | 7 |
| A Big Piece of Garbage | May 11, 1999 | 1ACV08 | S01E08 | 8 |
| Hell Is Other Robots | May 18, 1999 | 1ACV09 | S01E09 | 9 |
| A Flight to Remember | September 26, 1999 | 1ACV10 | S02E01 | 10 |
| Mars University | October 3, 1999 | 1ACV11 | S02E02 | 11 |
| When Aliens Attack | November 7, 1999 | 1ACV12 | S02E03 | 12 |
| Fry and the Slurm Factory | November 14, 1999 | 1ACV13 | S02E04 | 13 |
Season 2
Main article: Season 2
Season 2 of Futurama expands on the foundations of the first season, delving deeper into character development and exploring more complex themes. This season is known for some of the show’s most beloved episodes, including “Xmas Story,” a darkly comedic take on Christmas in the future, and “Why Must I Be a Crustacean in Love?”, a hilarious and heartwarming episode focusing on Zoidberg’s romantic pursuits. Season 2 solidified Futurama‘s reputation for blending humor with poignant moments and clever social commentary.
| Title | Original airdateFOX | Production code | TV Broadcast | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I Second that Emotion | November 21, 1999 | 2ACV01 | S02E05 | 14 |
| Brannigan, Begin Again | November 28, 1999 | 2ACV02 | S02E06 | 15 |
| A Head in the Polls | December 12, 1999 | 2ACV03 | S02E07 | 16 |
| Xmas Story | December 19, 1999 | 2ACV04 | S02E08 | 17 |
| Why Must I Be a Crustacean in Love? | February 6, 2000 | 2ACV05 | S02E09 | 18 |
| The Lesser of Two Evils | February 20, 2000 | 2ACV06 | S02E11 | 19 |
| Put Your Head on My Shoulders | February 13, 2000 | 2ACV07 | S02E10 | 20 |
| Raging Bender | February 27, 2000 | 2ACV08 | S02E12 | 21 |
| A Bicyclops Built for Two | March 6, 2000 | 2ACV09 | S02E13 | 22 |
| A Clone of My Own | April 9, 2000 | 2ACV10 | S02E15 | 23 |
| How Hermes Requisitioned His Groove Back | April 2, 2000 | 2ACV11 | S02E14 | 24 |
| The Deep South | April 16, 2000 | 2ACV12 | S02E16 | 25 |
| Bender Gets Made | April 30, 2000 | 2ACV13 | S02E17 | 26 |
| Mother’s Day | May 14, 2000 | 2ACV14 | S02E19 | 27 |
| The Problem with Popplers | May 7, 2000 | 2ACV15 | S02E18 | 28 |
| Anthology of Interest I | May 21, 2000 | 2ACV16 | S02E20 | 29 |
| War Is the H-Word | November 26, 2000 | 2ACV17 | S03E02 | 30 |
| The Honking | November 5, 2000 | 2ACV18 | S03E01 | 31 |
| The Cryonic Woman | December 3, 2000 | 2ACV19 | S03E03 | 32 |
Season 3
Main article: Season 3
Season 3 of Futurama is often cited as a peak for the series, showcasing consistently high-quality episodes that are both hilarious and inventive. Standout episodes from this season include “Parasites Lost,” a clever and introspective episode focusing on Fry’s intelligence, and “Roswell That Ends Well,” a time-travel adventure that brilliantly blends sci-fi with historical humor. Season 3 further cemented Futurama‘s status as a smart and sophisticated animated comedy.
| Title | Original airdateFOX | Production code | TV Broadcast | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Women in the Mood | February 4, 2001 | 3ACV01 | S03E05 | 33 |
| Parasites Lost | January 21, 2001 | 3ACV02 | S03E04 | 34 |
| A Tale of Two Santas | December 23, 2001 | 3ACV03 | S04E02 | 35 |
| The Luck of the Fryrish | March 11, 2001 | 3ACV04 | S03E10 | 36 |
| The Birdbot of Ice-Catraz | March 4, 2001 | 3ACV05 | S03E09 | 37 |
| Bendless Love | February 11, 2001 | 3ACV06 | S03E06 | 38 |
| The Day the Earth Stood Stupid | February 18, 2001 | 3ACV07 | S03E07 | 39 |
| That’s Lobstertainment! | February 25, 2001 | 3ACV08 | S03E08 | 40 |
| The Cyber House Rules | April 1, 2001 | 3ACV09 | S03E11 | 41 |
| Where the Buggalo Roam | March 3, 2002 | 3ACV10 | S04E06 | 42 |
| Insane in the Mainframe | April 8, 2001 | 3ACV11 | S03E12 | 43 |
| The Route of All Evil | December 8, 2002 | 3ACV12 | S05E03 | 44 |
| Bendin’ in the Wind | April 22, 2001 | 3ACV13 | S03E13 | 45 |
| Time Keeps on Slippin’ | May 6, 2001 | 3ACV14 | S03E14 | 46 |
| I Dated a Robot | May 13, 2001 | 3ACV15 | S03E15 | 47 |
| A Leela of Her Own | April 7, 2002 | 3ACV16 | S04E10 | 48 |
| A Pharaoh to Remember | March 10, 2002 | 3ACV17 | S04E07 | 49 |
| Anthology of Interest II | January 6, 2002 | 3ACV18 | S04E03 | 50 |
| Roswell that Ends Well | December 9, 2001 | 3ACV19 | S04E01 | 51 |
| Godfellas | March 17, 2002 | 3ACV20 | S04E08 | 52 |
| Future Stock | March 31, 2002 | 3ACV21 | S04E09 | 53 |
| The 30% Iron Chef | April 14, 2002 | 3ACV22 | S04E11 | 54 |
Season 4
Main article: Season 4
Season 4 of Futurama continued the show’s trend of delivering emotionally resonant and hilarious episodes. This season features some of the most critically acclaimed episodes, including “Jurassic Bark,” known for its deeply moving and heartbreaking storyline, and “The Sting,” a suspenseful and mind-bending episode with a shocking twist. Season 4 is a testament to Futurama‘s ability to blend comedy with genuine emotion and complex narratives.
| Title | Original airdateFOX | Production code | TV Broadcast | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kif Gets Knocked Up a Notch | January 12, 2003 | 4ACV01 | S05E05 | 55 |
| Leela’s Homeworld | February 17, 2002 | 4ACV02 | S04E05 | 56 |
| Love and Rocket | February 10, 2002 | 4ACV03 | S04E04 | 57 |
| Less than Hero | March 2, 2003 | 4ACV04 | S05E06 | 58 |
| A Taste of Freedom | December 22, 2002 | 4ACV05 | S05E04 | 59 |
| Bender Should Not Be Allowed on Television | August 3, 2003 | 4ACV06 | S05E15 | 60 |
| Jurassic Bark | November 17, 2002 | 4ACV07 | S05E02 | 61 |
| Crimes of the Hot | November 10, 2002 | 4ACV08 | S05E01 | 62 |
| Teenage Mutant Leela’s Hurdles | November 17, 2003 | 4ACV09 | S05E07 | 63 |
| The Why of Fry | April 6, 2003 | 4ACV10 | S05E08 | 64 |
| Where No Fan Has Gone Before | April 21, 2002 | 4ACV11 | S04E12 | 65 |
| The Sting | June 1, 2003 | 4ACV12 | S05E09 | 66 |
| Bend Her | July 20, 2003 | 4ACV13 | S05E13 | 67 |
| Obsoletely Fabulous | July 27, 2003 | 4ACV14 | S05E14 | 68 |
| The Farnsworth Parabox | June 8, 2003 | 4ACV15 | S05E10 | 69 |
| Three Hundred Big Boys | June 15, 2003 | 4ACV16 | S05E11 | 70 |
| Spanish Fry | July 13, 2003 | 4ACV17 | S05E12 | 71 |
| The Devil’s Hands Are Idle Playthings | August 10, 2003 | 4ACV18 | S05E16 | 72 |
Season 5: Direct-to-DVD Films
Main article: Season 5
Season 5 marks a unique period in Futurama‘s history, consisting of four direct-to-DVD films that were later broken down into 16 episodes for broadcast on Comedy Central. These films represent a significant creative resurgence for the series, allowing for longer and more ambitious storylines. “Bender’s Big Score,” “The Beast with a Billion Backs,” “Bender’s Game,” and “Into the Wild Green Yonder” each contribute epic chapters to the Futurama saga, exploring grander sci-fi concepts and further developing the characters we love.
| Title | Original airdateComedy Central | Production code | TV Broadcast | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bender’s Big Score Part 1 | March 23, 2008 | 5ACV01 | S06E01 | 73 |
| Bender’s Big Score Part 2 | March 23, 2008 | 5ACV02 | S06E02 | 74 |
| Bender’s Big Score Part 3 | March 23, 2008 | 5ACV03 | S06E03 | 75 |
| Bender’s Big Score Part 4 | March 23, 2008 | 5ACV04 | S06E04 | 76 |
| The Beast with a Billion Backs Part 1 | October 19, 2008 | 5ACV05 | S06E05 | 77 |
| The Beast with a Billion Backs Part 2 | October 19, 2008 | 5ACV06 | S06E06 | 78 |
| The Beast with a Billion Backs Part 3 | October 19, 2008 | 5ACV07 | S06E07 | 79 |
| The Beast with a Billion Backs Part 4 | October 19, 2008 | 5ACV08 | S06E08 | 80 |
| Bender’s Game Part 1 | April 26, 2009 | 5ACV09 | S06E09 | 81 |
| Bender’s Game Part 2 | April 26, 2009 | 5ACV10 | S06E10 | 82 |
| Bender’s Game Part 3 | April 26, 2009 | 5ACV11 | S06E11 | 83 |
| Bender’s Game Part 4 | April 26, 2009 | 5ACV12 | S06E12 | 84 |
| Into the Wild Green Yonder Part 1 | August 30, 2009 | 5ACV13 | S06E13 | 85 |
| Into the Wild Green Yonder Part 2 | August 30, 2009 | 5ACV14 | S06E14 | 86 |
| Into the Wild Green Yonder Part 3 | August 30, 2009 | 5ACV15 | S06E15 | 87 |
| Into the Wild Green Yonder Part 4 | August 30, 2009 | 5ACV16 | S06E16 | 88 |
Direct-to-DVD films
Main article: Season 5
These films marked Futurama‘s revival and served as Season 5 in production order. They were released directly to DVD and later aired as four-part episodes.
| Title | Release date(DVD) | Release date(Blu-Ray Disc) | Production code | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bender’s Big Score | R1: November 27, 2007R2: April 7, 2008R4: March 5, 2008 | RA/B: TBA | 5ACV01, 5ACV02, 5ACV03, 5ACV04 | 1 |
| The Beast with a Billion Backs | R1: June 24, 2008R2: June 30, 2008R4: August 6, 2008 | RA/B: TBA | 5ACV05, 5ACV06, 5ACV07, 5ACV08 | 2 |
| Bender’s Game | R1: November 4, 2008R2: November 3, 2008R4: December 10, 2008 | RA/B: November 3, 2008 | 5ACV09, 5ACV10, 5ACV11, 5ACV12 | 3 |
| Into the Wild Green Yonder | R1: February 24, 2009R2: February 23, 2009R4: March 4, 2009 | RA/B: February 23, 2009 | 5ACV13, 5ACV14, 5ACV15, 5ACV16 | 4 |
Season 6
Main article: Season 6
Season 6 marked Futurama‘s triumphant return to television on Comedy Central after its initial cancellation. This season brought fresh energy to the series while maintaining the sharp humor and heartfelt moments fans loved. Notable episodes include “The Late Philip J. Fry,” a time-traveling masterpiece, and “The Prisoner of Benda,” a body-swapping episode celebrated for its intricate plot and mathematical theorem. Season 6 demonstrated that Futurama still had plenty of stories to tell.
| Title | Original airdate Comedy Central | Production code | TV Broadcast | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebirth | June 24, 2010 | 6ACV01 | S07E01 | 89 |
| In-A-Gadda-Da-Leela | June 24, 2010 | 6ACV02 | S07E02 | 90 |
| Attack of the Killer App | July 1, 2010 | 6ACV03 | S07E03 | 91 |
| Proposition Infinity | July 8, 2010 | 6ACV04 | S07E04 | 92 |
| The Duh-Vinci Code | July 15, 2010 | 6ACV05 | S07E05 | 93 |
| Lethal Inspection | July 22, 2010 | 6ACV06 | S07E06 | 94 |
| The Late Philip J. Fry | July 29, 2010 | 6ACV07 | S07E07 | 95 |
| That Darn Katz! | August 5, 2010 | 6ACV08 | S07E08 | 96 |
| A Clockwork Origin | August 12, 2010 | 6ACV09 | S07E09 | 97 |
| The Prisoner of Benda | August 19, 2010 | 6ACV10 | S07E10 | 98 |
| Lrrreconcilable Ndndifferences | August 26, 2010 | 6ACV11 | S07E11 | 99 |
| The Mutants Are Revolting | September 2, 2010 | 6ACV12 | S07E12 | 100 |
| The Futurama Holiday Spectacular | November 21, 2010 | 6ACV13 | S07E13 | 101 |
| The Silence of the Clamps | July 14, 2011 | 6ACV14 | S08E05 | 102 |
| Möbius Dick | August 4, 2011 | 6ACV15 | S08E08 | 103 |
| Law and Oracle | July 7, 2011 | 6ACV16 | S08E04 | 104 |
| Benderama | June 23, 2011 | 6ACV17 | S08E02 | 105 |
| The Tip of the Zoidberg | August 18, 2011 | 6ACV18 | S08E10 | 106 |
| Ghost in the Machines | June 30, 2011 | 6ACV19 | S08E03 | 107 |
| Neutopia | June 23, 2011 | 6ACV20 | S08E01 | 108 |
| Yo Leela Leela | July 21, 2011 | 6ACV21 | S08E06 | 109 |
| Fry Am the Egg Man | August 11, 2011 | 6ACV22 | S08E09 | 110 |
| All the Presidents’ Heads | July 28, 2011 | 6ACV23 | S08E07 | 111 |
| Cold Warriors | August 25, 2011 | 6ACV24 | S08E11 | 112 |
| Overclockwise | September 1, 2011 | 6ACV25 | S08E12 | 113 |
| Reincarnation | September 8, 2011 | 6ACV26 | S08E13 | 114 |
Season 7
Main article: Season 7
Season 7, initially believed to be the final season of Futurama, delivered a mix of creative and emotional episodes. Highlights include “The Bots and the Bees,” which explores Bender’s unexpected fatherhood, and “Game of Tones,” a poignant episode delving into Fry’s dreams and his connection to his mother. The season culminated in “Meanwhile,” a beautiful and bittersweet finale that provided a sense of closure to the series, though it was not the end as we now know.
| Title | Original airdate Comedy Central | Production code | TV Broadcast | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bots and the Bees | June 20, 2012 | 7ACV01 | S09E01 | 115 |
| A Farewell to Arms | June 20, 2012 | 7ACV02 | S09E02 | 116 |
| Decision 3012 | June 27, 2012 | 7ACV03 | S09E03 | 117 |
| The Thief of Baghead | July 4, 2012 | 7ACV04 | S09E04 | 118 |
| Zapp Dingbat | July 11, 2012 | 7ACV05 | S09E05 | 119 |
| The Butterjunk Effect | July 18, 2012 | 7ACV06 | S09E06 | 120 |
| The Six Million Dollar Mon | July 25, 2012 | 7ACV07 | S09E07 | 121 |
| Fun on a Bun | August 1, 2012 | 7ACV08 | S09E08 | 122 |
| Free Will Hunting | August 8, 2012 | 7ACV09 | S09E09 | 123 |
| Near-Death Wish | August 15, 2012 | 7ACV10 | S09E10 | 124 |
| 31st Century Fox | August 29, 2012 | 7ACV11 | S09E12 | 125 |
| Viva Mars Vegas | August 22, 2012 | 7ACV12 | S09E11 | 126 |
| Naturama | August 29, 2012 | 7ACV13 | S09E13 | 127 |
| Forty Percent Leadbelly | July 3, 2013 | 7ACV14 | S10E04 | 128 |
| 2-D Blacktop | June 19, 2013 | 7ACV15 | S10E01 | 129 |
| T.: The Terrestrial | June 26, 2013 | 7ACV16 | S10E03 | 130 |
| Fry and Leela’s Big Fling | June 19, 2013 | 7ACV17 | S10E02 | 131 |
| The Inhuman Torch | July 10, 2013 | 7ACV18 | S10E05 | 132 |
| Saturday Morning Fun Pit | July 17, 2013 | 7ACV19 | S10E06 | 133 |
| Calculon 2.0 | July 24, 2013 | 7ACV20 | S10E07 | 134 |
| Assie Come Home | July 31, 2013 | 7ACV21 | S10E08 | 135 |
| Leela and the Genestalk | August 7, 2013 | 7ACV22 | S10E09 | 136 |
| Game of Tones | August 14, 2013 | 7ACV23 | S10E10 | 137 |
| Murder on the Planet Express | August 21, 2013 | 7ACV24 | S10E11 | 138 |
| Stench and Stenchibility | August 28, 2013 | 7ACV25 | S10E12 | 139 |
| Meanwhile | September 4, 2013 | 7ACV26 | S10E13 | 140 |
Season 8
Main article: Season 8
Season 8 marks Futurama‘s latest revival, this time on Hulu, much to the delight of fans worldwide. This season brings the crew back for more adventures, picking up over a decade after the initial Comedy Central run concluded. Episodes like “The Impossible Stream” and “Rage Against the Vaccine” showcase the show’s continued relevance, tackling contemporary themes with its signature wit and satirical edge. Season 8 proves that Futurama remains as funny and insightful as ever.
| Title | Original airdate Hulu | Production code | TV Broadcast | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Impossible Stream | July 24 2023 | 8ACV01 | S11E01 | 141 |
| Children of a Lesser Bog | July 31 2023 | 8ACV02 | S11E02 | 142 |
| How The West Was 1010001 | August 7 2023 | 8ACV03 | S11E03 | 143 |
| Parasites Regained | August 14 2023 | 8ACV04 | S11E04 | 144 |
| Related to Items You’ve Viewed | August 21 2023 | 8ACV05 | S11E05 | 145 |
| I Know What You Did Next Xmas | August 28 2023 | 8ACV06 | S11E06 | 146 |
| Rage Against the Vaccine | September 4 2023 | 8ACV07 | S11E07 | 147 |
| Zapp Gets Cancelled | September 11 2023 | 8ACV08 | S11E08 | 148 |
| The Prince and the Product | September 18 2023 | 8ACV09 | S11E09 | 149 |
| All the Way Down | September 25 2023 | 8ACV10 | S11E10 | 150 |
Season 9
Main article: Season 9
Season 9 continues the Hulu era of Futurama, promising even more futuristic misadventures. As the latest installment in the series, Season 9 is highly anticipated by fans eager to see what’s next for Fry, Leela, Bender, and the rest of the Planet Express crew. With episodes airing through 2024, this season is set to add exciting new chapters to the Futurama legacy.
| Title | Original airdate Hulu | Production code | TV Broadcast | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The One Amigo | July 29 2024 | 9ACV01 | S12E01 | 151 |
| Quids Game | August 5 2024 | 9ACV02 | S12E02 | 152 |
| The Temp | August 12 2024 | 9ACV03 | S12E03 | 153 |
| Beauty and the Bug | August 19 2024 | 9ACV04 | S12E04 | 154 |
| One is Silicon and the Other Gold | August 26 2024 | 9ACV05 | S12E05 | 155 |
| Attack of the Clothes | September 2 2024 | 9ACV06 | S12E06 | 156 |
| Planet Espresso | September 9 2024 | 9ACV07 | S12E07 | 157 |
| Cuteness Overload | September 16 2024 | 9ACV08 | S12E08 | 158 |
| The Futurama Mystery Liberry | September 23 2024 | 9ACV09 | S12E09 | 159 |
| Otherwise | September 30 2024 | 9ACV10 | S12E10 | 160 |
Special Episodes
There are certain episodes featuring the characters of Futurama that are not officially part of the main series.
These special episodes offer additional Futurama content outside of the regular season structure, including DVD extras, crossovers, and audio adventures.
| Episode name | Origin | Notes | Code | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everybody Loves Hypnotoad: “Amazon Adventure“ | Bender’s Big Score DVD | 3H312 | 1 | |
| “The Lost Adventure“ | The Beast with a Billion Backs DVD | Compiled from cut scenes and game footage with commentary. | 2 | |
| “Simpsorama“ | The Simpsons (season 26) | SABF16 | 3 | |
| “Radiorama“ | audio podcast | 4 |
Additional Information
Trivia
- As of August 2023, Futurama has 150 released and planned episodes. Counting films as episodes and special episodes brings the total to 141 episodes.
See Also
| Futurama |
|---|
| Timeline • Setting • Revelations about the future • Cultural mentions • Coinage • Characters • Censorship • Canon • Broadcast • Anniversaries |
| Production: Writers and directors • Voice actors • Nominations and awards • Status |
| History: First run • Cancellation • Season 5 • Speculation • Second run • Second cancellation • Third run |
| Media: Episodes • Comics • Console game • Game of Drones • Worlds of Tomorrow |
