Convinced Homer has suffered a breakdown, Marge has him committed to a mental institution where Dr. Hibbert administers six weeks of electroshock therapy. Scientific and Sitcom Cameos The episode features two high-profile guest stars:
The Simpsons' Season 16, Episode 16, " Don't Fear the Roofer ," remains one of the most distinctive entries from the show's mid-teen seasons. Airing in 2005, it centers on Homer’s mental sanity after he befriends a contractor named Ray Magini (voiced by Ray Romano) whom no one else can see. The Mystery of Ray Magini [S16E16] Don't Fear the Roofer
The episode's tension builds as Homer's family and friends begin to suspect that Ray is merely a figment of his imagination. Key "clues" planted by the writers include: Convinced Homer has suffered a breakdown, Marge has
"The Simpsons" Don't Fear the Roofer (TV Episode 2005) - IMDb Airing in 2005, it centers on Homer’s mental
Lends his voice to the roofer, Ray. The episode even includes an ad-libbed meta-joke over the credits referencing Romano’s own show, Everybody Loves Raymond .
Despite multiple encounters, including a trip to the "Builder’s Barn," no one—not even Bart—witnesses Ray in person.
Lisa discovers that "Ray Magini" is an anagram for "imaginary".