Mind-Blowing Surprises: Uncovering Disenchantment Season 5's 10 Jaw-Dropping Easter Eggs & References+

Summary

Disenchantment

season 5 includes hidden Easter eggs and references to itself, movies, and other shows in the Groening universe.

The season makes a notable reference to a 29-year-old joke from

The Simpsons

, featuring a fictional animator named Hig Heisler.

Connections between

Disenchantment

and

Futurama

Disenchantment, the beloved animated series created by Matt Groening, known for his work on The Simpsons and Futurama, recently concluded its fifth and final season. This season is filled with countless hidden surprises and nods to other works, including characters like Luci and Hypnotoad, as well as references to Luna Park and the cancellation of Futurama. Set in the enchanting fictional kingdom of Dreamland, the show seamlessly blends elements of the Middle Ages with futuristic, space-age themes. In season 5, viewers finally witness the culmination of Queen Bean's (Abbi Jacobson) journey to save her beloved home.

7 Disenchantment's Hig Heisler References The Simpsons

: The fifth season of Disenchantment carries on the adventures of Bean and her daring elf companion, Elfo (Nat Faxon), as they strive to rescue Dreamland from the clutches of Bean's sinister mother, Queen Dagmar (Sharon Horgan). This animated series is renowned for its cleverly concealed Easter eggs and clever references to popular culture. Season 5 of Disenchantment upholds this cherished tradition by incorporating numerous playful winks to its own narrative, as well as iconic movies and other beloved shows within the Groening universe.

Disenchantment season 5 features an intriguing nod to a 29-year-old joke from The Simpsons. In the 1994 episode "Lady Bouvier's Lover," Bart attempts to sell Comic Book Guy an animation cell showcasing a single arm, supposedly illustrated by a fictitious animator named Hig Heisler. Interestingly, in Disenchantment season 5, episode 3, titled "Electric Ladyland," Heisler's name is credited for animating the arms of the Disenchantment characters. While Hig Heisler is not a real animator, his mention adds a clever connection between the two beloved animated series.

6 Futurama's Hypnotoad Appears In Disenchantment Season 5

: Another instance of crossover occurs between the two Groening shows, with Disenchantment's Luci (Eric Andre) making an appearance in Treehouse of Horror XXIX. During a fever dream, Lisa spots Luci perched on the castle of Dreamland. The character of Luci continues to make appearances, such as in the Simpsons season 30 episode "101 Mitigations," where keen viewers can catch a glimpse of figurines depicting Luci, Bean, and Elfo amidst a pile of trash in Comic Book Guy's room.

With his oscillating eyes and mesmerizing hum, Hypnotoad from Futurama is renowned for his hypnotic powers. Consequently, he even gets his own widely popular in-universe show titled "Everybody Loves Hypnotoad." In the fifth installment of Disenchantment, namely "I Hear Your Noggin, But You Can't Come In," Hypnotoad makes a cameo appearance in the background of a freak show. Enclosed within a glass dome, he sits atop a golden podium. Resting behind bars, Hypnotoad, now dubbed "Prince Toad," gazes out at onlookers.

5 Disenchantment Season 5 Nods To Futurama's Luna Park

As Futurama season 11 confirms the show's timeline connection with Disenchantment, it is logical to conclude that the two share a common timeline. Although Hypnotoad's backstory remains elusive, leaving his true age uncertain, it is evident that he is the sole representative of his kind on Earth. Considering the hints of Hypnotoad's ancient existence, it is highly plausible that he could be the toad featured in Disenchantment.

Luna Park, situated upon Earth's moon, is initially introduced in episode 2 of Futurama as a magnificent theme park housed within a colossal sphere. This awe-inspiring amusement park draws inspiration from the typical theme parks of the 20th century and reappears throughout various seasons of Futurama. Notably, Luna Park also makes an appearance in season 5 of Disenchantment. In the episode "Who Shot Elfo?", Elfo and a group of escaped freaks embark on a journey back to Dreamland aboard a submarine. Along their route, they encounter numerous stops, including a notable one for Luna Park.

4 Disenchantment References Zoidberg's Torturous Claw

The origins of Luna Park remain uncertain, but its connection to both Futurama and Disenchantment is evident in this Easter Egg. Though the group's submarine journey seems incompatible with Luna Park being located on the moon, it is plausible that Luna Park originated on Earth and later relocated to the lunar surface. This potential transfer may have occurred during the tragic events of New York's destruction in 2308, as depicted in Futurama.

In the premiere of Disenchantment season 5, the quest to find Bad Bean's body is initiated by Queen Dagmar. She initiates an interrogation of the characters to determine its whereabouts. Elfo, while being questioned by Queen Dagmar, is seated at a table adorned with an assortment of torture instruments, such as wrenches, pincers, and barbed wire. Keen-eyed viewers will observe a metallic contraption resembling Zoidberg's claw on the extreme left of the table.

This could simply be inspired by the Futurama character, but it could also be a reference to the Futurama episode "Why Must I Be a Crustacean in Love?" During a Duel involving the Decapodian ceremonial process of Claw-Pach, Fry employs a large crab cracker to defend himself against Zoidberg, a weapon that bears a striking resemblance to the one seen on the table in front of Elfo. Interestingly, the Claw-Plach was actually derived from an episode of Star Trek: The Original Series. Thus, this Easter egg could essentially be a reference of a reference.

3 The Hidden Easter Egg In Disenchantment's Opening Sequence

During his appearance at San Diego Comic-Con in 2018, Matt Groening revealed to the audience that a significant clue had been cleverly concealed within the opening credits of Disenchantment (via GameSpot). It is only in the concluding moments of Disenchantment season 5 that the true meaning of his words becomes evident. The mystery unravels when Bean relinquishes control of Dreamland to the Elves. Notably, Disenchantment's credits feature a visual of the cast, subtly referencing King Rulo's crown. This subtle detail foreshadows the future dominance of the Elves in Dreamland, long before it actually transpires.

2 Disenchantment Season 5 References The Movie Metropolis

1 Disenchantment Season 5 Makes A Reference To Futurama's Cancelation

Disenchantment's Steamland is home to the Gunderson Steamwork, which draws inspiration from the 1927 film Metropolis. Season 5 of Disenchantment also pays homage to this iconic silent science-fiction film. In one scene, Bean is depicted embracing a character reminiscent of the Maschinenmensch, the non-human antagonist from Metropolis. The influence of this movie on Groening and his animated series is evident, as Disenchantment consistently references it.

In Disenchantment season 5, episode 9, titled "Darkness Falls," the kingdom of Dreamland is ablaze with magic as it spreads throughout the realm. The euphoria is palpable for Dagmar, who revels in the wondrous display. Amidst this enchanting phenomenon, a mysterious voice whispers about a significant timeframe of "10 years." This intriguing reference alludes to the cancellation of Futurama in 2013, marking the second instance of Groening's beloved show being axed and subsequently revived for a triumphant return in September 2023. This clever Easter Egg in Disenchantment season 5 reinforces the interconnectedness between Groening's distinctive animated series, particularly the interplay between Disenchantment and Futurama.

Source: GameSpot