After Principal Finch falls ill with food poisoning, Skinner convinces a reluctant Chalmers to let him be his "plus one" for a keynote speech at an administrators' convention in Cincinnati.
This is one of the few episodes where the Simpson family barely appears, focusing almost entirely on secondary characters. [S32E8] The Road to Cincinnati
For the table read of this episode, Harry Shearer (Skinner) was the only main voice cast member who did not attend. After Principal Finch falls ill with food poisoning,
They encounter "Shakespearean improv" hitchhikers, a traffic court, and a surprisingly aggressive gang of spandex-clad cyclists. This "odd couple" road trip episode shifts the
Skinner overhears Chalmers admitting he intended to replace him with Finch, leading to a dramatic confrontation at the convention. 💡 Notable Moments & Trivia
In " The Road to Cincinnati " (S32E8), fans finally get a deep dive into the complex, often hilarious dynamic between Principal Skinner and Superintendent Chalmers. This "odd couple" road trip episode shifts the spotlight away from the Simpson family to explore the friction and hidden respect between Springfield Elementary’s top faculty. 🚗 Plot Summary