Maggie believes Hudson is gone forever, but is unaware that the train (running on a circular closed track) loops around to the station at which it started.

Playdate with Destiny's plot was pitched by The Simpsons writers Tom Gammill and Max Pross as part of the episode of season 31, "The Incredible Lightness of Being a Baby.

[6] Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Studios is reflected in the short's introduction, showing a silhouette of Mickey Mouse before transitioning to Homer Simpson holding two donuts.

[8] It was revealed that the short would be shown in theaters in the United States prior to screenings of the film Onward, starting on March 6, 2020.

[10] A further short film featuring Maggie Simpson titled The Force Awakens from Its Nap released on Disney+ on May 4, 2021, Star Wars Day.

[11] In 2023, another short film was released with Maggie Simpson celebrating Star Wars Day called Rogue Not Quite One.