The "Rise of Veganism and Plant-Based Diets" (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 "Rise of Veganism and Plant-Based Diets" (Episode: "The Simpsons Movie", 2007)

• What happened: The movie features a moment where plant-based diets are hinted at becoming a mainstream trend.
• Reality: By the 2010s, veganism and plant-based diets became more widely accepted, with a growing focus on health, animal rights, and sustainability. Companies like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods played a big part in bringing plant-based alternatives to major fast food chains.