: The Bartman series (1993–1995) parodied the gritty superhero tropes of the 90s, transforming Bart into a "masked avenger" to mock the self-seriousness of the comic book industry. Media Parody and Content Themes
When Simpsons Comics launched in the early 1990s (most notably with Bongo Comics), Bart became a vessel for exploring different storytelling genres. Unlike the rigid constraints of a 22-minute TV episode, the comic format allowed for surreal adventures, deeper cuts into Springfield lore, and homages to silver-age superheroes through Bart’s alter-ego, "Bartman." The comics served as essential entertainment content for fans, offering a tangible, collectible aspect to the franchise that television could not provide. They reinforced the idea that Bart was not just a TV character, but a modern myth capable of existing across multiple platforms. : The Bartman series (1993–1995) parodied the gritty
Bart remains a "symbol of youthful rebellion" and a "voice of a generation," maintaining relevance by evolving with new media landscapes while staying true to his mischievous, anti-authoritarian roots. They reinforced the idea that Bart was not