American Dad: Fox Confirms Return With Major Season Pick-Up

2025 was quite an eventful year for The Smith Family. Initially, there were rumors suggesting their show, American Dad, would be axed from TBS. However, fortunately, things turned around for the better. The show, created by Seth MacFarlane, has been officially confirmed to air on Fox. This means it will join other heavyweights in the animation world like The Simpsons, Bob’s Burgers, and Family Guy. Interestingly enough, this move seems like a homecoming for the series as it first premiered on the Fox Network. But that’s not all! We also have some exciting news to share about this peculiar show.

It has been confirmed that “American Dad” will return to Fox for more episodes and will even get four new seasons in the future. Shows like “The Simpsons,” “Family Guy,” and “Bob’s Burgers” are also set to receive four more seasons, demonstrating Fox’s commitment to its successful animated series. Fortunately, reruns of “American Dad” can still be seen on channels such as TBS, Adult Swim (Cartoon Network), and TruTV until at least 2030, giving these networks the option to renew their broadcasting rights.

American Dad’s Homecoming

In relation to The Smiths’ return, Michael Thorn, President of Fox Television Network, expressed, “This fresh agreement honors the everlasting appeal of these timeless comedies. It also highlights our lasting, productive partnership with 20th Television Animation and the gifted minds – particularly Seth in this instance – as well as the exceptional talent lending their voices to these modern masterpieces.

Conversely, Marci Proietto, the head of Fox Animation, made a statement about the significant renewals across all platforms. She expressed, “This unprecedented four-season order from our longstanding partners at Fox is an incredible milestone for these timeless animated series. We are immensely proud that these classic shows will continue for hundreds more episodes, allowing both new and dedicated fans to enjoy ‘The Simpsons’, ‘Family Guy’, ‘American Dad’ and ‘Bob’s Burgers’ for years to come.

American Dad’s TBS Goodbye

The TV show “American Dad” on TBS ran for more than a decade, but, as the old saying goes, everything must eventually end. The episode titled “What Great Advancements!” from season 19, which aired recently, offered a unique narrative for the Smith family. This episode featured a storyline reminiscent of silent films, where Stan transitions from being a farmer to urban life, thanks to an extraordinary invention he creates. If this episode were the series finale, it could have served as a fitting farewell to the animated series. However, fans can breathe a sigh of relief because they won’t be saying goodbye anytime soon. Given that “American Dad” remains a beloved series despite spending years on cable, it’s not surprising that it will make a comeback on Fox, although a specific return date has yet to be announced.

Via Variety

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2025-04-02 22:16