The "3D-Printed Clothing and Accessories" (Episode: "The Simpsons Movie", 2007)

The Simpsons has earned quite the reputation for seemingly predicting the future. It’s actually a bit of a meme at this point, with fans pointing out how many things in the real world appear to have been "predicted" by the show, sometimes years in advance. While some of these predictions are purely coincidental or the result of broad satire, others do seem oddly prescient.

The "3D-Printed Clothing and Accessories" (Episode: "The Simpsons Movie", 2007)

• What happened: The movie predicts that 3D printing will revolutionize not just products, but fashion.
• Reality: In the 2010s, 3D printers began to be used in fashion, with designers creating clothing, accessories, and even shoes using 3D printing technology. The process allows for innovative, custom-made items that were not possible before.