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Maggie Simpson is revealed as the shooter of Mr. Burns in the two‑part “Who Shot Mr. Burns?” episode.
Quick Facts
- Maggie Simpson accidentally fires the gun
- Episode aired as Season 6 finale & Season 7 premiere
- Clue: compass in Burns’ office spells “MS” upside‑down
AI Consensus
Models Agreed
- Maggie Simpson is identified as the shooter of Mr. Burns.
- The reveal occurs in Part Two of the two‑part episode.
- A compass clue spelling “MS” points to Maggie.
Who Shot Mr. Burns?
The mystery was solved in the iconic two‑part episode “Who Shot Mr. Burns?” that closed The Simpsons Season 6 and opened Season 7. The shooter was Maggie Simpson.
How the reveal happened
- The incident: In Part Two, Mr. Burns attempts to steal Maggie’s lollipop, drops his pistol, and the baby grabs it, pulling the trigger as Burns falls backward, wounding him once1.
- The clue: Earlier in the episode, a compass on Burns’ desk points to “MS” when his fallen hands are placed on it, which reads “M S” (Maggie Simpson) upside‑down1.
- Resolution: The town gathers, the clues are pieced together, and the police announce that Maggie is the shooter1.
Cultural impact
- The episode sparked a nationwide contest, inviting viewers to guess the culprit. A fan correctly identified Maggie and won the prize1.
- It remains one of the most talked‑about moments in television history, often cited as a masterclass in mystery storytelling within a sitcom8.