Futurama Season 11's Mind-blowing Revelation Finally Confirms Long-standing Disenchantment Theory!

Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Futurama season 11, episode 6!

Summary

Season 11 of "Futurama" has officially confirmed the connection between "Disenchantment" and the same universe, as characters from both shows make cameos in each other's storylines. "Disenchantment," which is set in the Second Middle Ages, takes place after the actual Middle Ages in the "Futurama" timeline.

The latest season of Futurama has confirmed a long-standing theory about the connection between the show and Disenchantment. The theory suggests that the character Bender is responsible for the events in Disenchantment, specifically the destruction of New York and the resulting Second Middle Ages. This revelation solidifies the link between the two animated series, which already appear to exist in the same universe.

Futurama has made a welcome return with Hulu bringing back the beloved animated series for a new set of episodes. It has been over ten years since the show last aired, so there have been significant changes since the adventures of the Planet Express crew. In episode 6 of season 11, titled "I Know What You Did Next Xmas," Professor Farnsworth travels back in time. While zipping through the centuries from 1999 to 3023, there is a brief glimpse of Disenchantment's Princess Bean, Elfo, and Luci peering into a crystal ball. This cameo appearance has excited fans of Disenchantment, as it confirms a popular theory among Futurama enthusiasts.

Futurama Reaffirms That Disenchantment Takes Place In The Same Matt Groening Universe

Princess Bean, Elfo, and Luci's appearance in Futurama season 11 confirms that both shows exist in the same shared universe created by Matt Groening. This connection was hinted at before when the characters from Futurama briefly appeared in an episode of Disenchantment. In this particular episode, characters in Disenchantment are seen watching past events in a crystal ball, and Fry, Bender, and Farnsworth are spotted flying in a time machine. This scene is from the "The Late Philip J. Fry," where the trio travels through time, beyond the end of the universe, and into the birth of another.

The Easter egg in Disenchantment already established the connection between the two shows, but because Futurama ended before Disenchantment started, it hadn't been able to reciprocate until now. Finally, in Futurama season 11, the opportunity arose to reference Matt Groening's newest show and reaffirm the connection between the two. It's already been confirmed that Futurama and The Simpsons exist in the same universe, and with Futurama now confirming its connection to Disenchantment, it can be concluded that all three Matt Groening shows coexist within one cohesive timeline. This reference holds even greater implications for the canon of this universe.

Futurama Finally Confirms Disenchantment's Second Middle Ages Timeline Theory

Disenchantment is set in the fictional world of Dreamland, where the presence of magical creatures complicates its position in the shared timeline of Matt Groening's works. However, one widely accepted theory suggests that Disenchantment actually takes place much closer to Futurama than previously thought. In Futurama, the year 2308 saw the destruction of New York, resulting in a period known as the Second Middle Ages that endured throughout the 24th century. This era, depicted in Futurama, features castles, knights, and fantastical creatures, which aligns perfectly with the setting of Disenchantment.

While the exact years in which Disenchantment is set remain unconfirmed, a cameo appearance in season 11, episode 6 of Futurama offers evidence that the show indeed takes place during the Second Middle Ages. This cameo occurs as Professor Farnsworth travels back in time, with the Disenchantment cameo preceding the destruction of New York. Therefore, Disenchantment is set in a time period that is later than the real-life Middle Ages. This confirmation supports the long-standing fan theory regarding the timeline and could significantly alter fans' perception of Disenchantment's fantasy setting.

When Disenchantment Is Set Between The Simpsons & Futurama

Disenchantment is positioned in the timeline between The Simpsons and Futurama according to the events depicted in Futurama Season 11. To clarify, here is a breakdown of the time periods in which each show is set. The earliest point in the timeline is occupied by The Simpsons, which typically occurs in the year it was released, placing it in the modern era. On the other hand, Futurama is set 1,000 years later, with Season 11 occurring in the year 3023. During this millennium gap, various significant events unfold. Interestingly, Disenchantment's entire storyline takes place within this time period.

Futurama's timeline introduces the concept of the Second Middle Ages, which spans most of the 24th century. This era commences in 2308 with the destruction of New York City. The precise dates of Disenchantment's story remain unknown, as Princess Bean, Elfo, and Luci pass through Professor Farnsworth's time machine without a specific reading. However, it is evident that the show's events occur within this century. Accordingly, Disenchantment takes place roughly 700 years before Futurama and approximately 300 years after The Simpsons. It is worth noting that if The Simpsons continues at its current pace, this time gap may diminish even further.

Futurama Suggests That Bender Caused Disenchantment's Story

Season 11, episode 6 of Futurama has a significant impact on Disenchantment's timeline placement. The episode reveals that Disenchantment is set in the Second Middle Ages and suggests that it may not have happened without the involvement of Bender. It is confirmed that a time-traveling Bender caused the destruction of New York, which ultimately led to the Second Middle Ages. This makes Bender responsible for the existence of the Disenchantment series. While it is unlikely that this implication will be addressed in either show, it is an amusing detail to consider. There is a possibility that Bender could make an appearance in Disenchantment, especially since season 5 is set to release soon. Bender has previously crossed over with Homer Simpson in a crossover episode, so it would be exciting to see a similar crossover in Disenchantment. This revelation helps to clarify some of the confusion surrounding Futurama's timeline and adds an interesting element to the mystery of Disenchantment.

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