“The Simpsons” is extending its run as the longest-running scripted TV series after Fox renewed it for seasons 35 and 36.
“Family Guy” and “Bob’s Burgers” were also renewed for two new seasons as well.
All three shows are owned by Disney following the $72.3 billion deal a few years ago that included assets including studio 20th Television.
“With this trio of renewals, we celebrate excellence in animation on FOX, our wonderful, long-time partnership with 20th Television and the brilliant creators and incredible voices behind these forever favorites,” president of scripted programming Michael Thorn said in a statement.
“Three-plus decades of ‘The Simpsons,’ more than two decades of Family Guy and over a decade of Bob’s Burgers proves the enduring power of the animation genre on our network and the infinite fan affinity for these outrageously funny comedy classics.”
“Across 750 episodes of The Simpsons, 400 episodes of Family Guy and 250 episodes of Bob’s Burgers, we couldn’t be more proud to continue delivering these three animated hits with the most brilliant teams in animation,” said Marci Proietto, exec vp 20th Television Animation.
“Our relationship with Fox over the past three decades has allowed this trio of shows to thrive, grow and deliver immeasurable moments of hilarious and irreverent entertainment for fans, and we are absolutely thrilled that Fox is doubling down on each of these iconic shows.”
