- 'The Simpsons' has been renewed for four additional seasons, reaching season 40.
- The deal is part of a larger agreement that includes other series such as 'Family Guy' and 'Bob's Burgers'.
- New episodes will air through 2029, also on platforms like Hulu and Disney+.
- Each season will have 15 episodes to adjust costs and facilitate new productions.

'The Simpsons' will remain on television for at least four more years., after Fox confirmed the renewal of the successful animated series created by Matt Groening until its 40th season. This decision is part of a broader agreement between Fox and Disney Television Studios, which has also secured the continuation of three other animated comedies: 'Family Guy', 'Bob's Burgers' and 'American Dad'.
The announcement clears any doubts about the future of the yellow family from Springfield, which since its debut in 1989 has accumulated thousands of episodes and It has become the longest-running primetime scripted series in history.In addition to breaking records, 'The Simpsons' has managed to remain relevant in popular culture despite changes in the television industry and the rise of streaming platforms.
An agreement of historic proportions
The agreement, described as a “meganimation deal” by Fox, guarantees that ''The Simpsons', along with 'Family Guy', 'Bob's Burgers' and 'American Dad', will remain on air until 2029. Each series has been renewed by four additional seasons, which involves the production of more than 200 new chapters between allEach season will consist of 15 episodes, a figure that aligns with the current trend of reducing runtimes to optimize production and costs.
The renewal coincides with the extension of Fox's contract with the Hulu platform., valued at around $1.500 billion. Thanks to this agreement, Hulu and Disney+ will remain the exclusive streaming channels for these comedies, adding to a catalog that exceeds 2.000 episodes in totalThis places Fox in a strategic position to continue exploiting its content on both broadcast television and digital platforms.
An animated future for television
With this renewal, 'The Simpsons' will reach seasons 37 to 40, while 'Family Guy' will end at season 27, 'Bob's Burgers' will reach season 19, and 'American Dad!' —or 'American Dad!', as it is known internationally— will return to Fox and run until season 23. The return of the latter to the network is considered notable, since it had been airing on TBS since 2014.
The decision to keep these veteran series responds to their performance in both traditional broadcasting and streaming. Although television audience levels have declined over the years (for example, 'The Simpsons' has gone from averaging 5 million viewers to just over 1,5 million), its impact on the digital market, license sales and commercial exploitation (merchandising, specials, derivative products) justify their continuity.
According to recent data, Series like 'Family Guy' and 'Bob's Burgers' are among the most-watched streaming content in the United States., with tens of billions of minutes of viewing in 2024 alone, according to Nielsen figures. Furthermore, the four comedies remain among the most popular titles among young adults (18-49 years old), maintaining their commercial appeal.
Legendary voices, logistical challenges, and future strategies
Despite the assured extension until 2029, The long-term future of 'The Simpsons' and other similar series still raises questions.Many of the original actors, who have played their characters for over three decades, are now well into their later years, and some, like Pamela Hayden (voice of Milhouse), have begun to retire. However, the creative and dubbing teams to ensure consistency in new seasons.
The production of special episodes for online platforms is also part of this expansion strategy. 'The Simpsons' has released exclusive content on Disney+, just as 'Family Guy' has done on Hulu. This differentiation between episodes for linear television and for platforms allows Greater flexibility and reach among different audiences.
In addition, Fox takes advantage of this space in its schedule to incorporate New animated projects such as 'Krapopolis' and 'Grimsburg', globally focused initiatives that seek to replicate the success of their older sisters. Reducing the number of episodes per season not only lightens the production load, but It allows for a gap in the programming for this new content. which, although they do not yet have the status of classics, are already showing promise in the international market.
A legacy that continues to grow
'The Simpsons' remains one of the fundamental pillars of contemporary animation., and its permanence on the air until season 40 confirms its relevance, even in a constantly changing media environment. Although traditional audience figures have declined over the years, the series maintains a loyal community and a cultural legacy that is updated with each installment.
Matt Groening, the series' creator, has made it clear on several occasions that he has no intention of retiring anytime soon. In remarks released last year, he stated that Continuing to tell stories, making people laugh and provoking reflection are reasons enough to continue leading the project.For now, it seems the Simpsons family still has many more stories to tell. You can also read about the best Disney animated series to get a broader perspective.
With more than three decades behind it, dozens of generations hooked and a world-renowned brand, the Renewal until 2029 consolidates 'The Simpsons' as an unbeatable phenomenon on global televisionWhile other series are saying goodbye, Springfield remains as vibrant as ever, and its legacy grows stronger with each new season.
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