Fox has revealed some substantial extensions for their popular animated series, including _The Simpsons_, _Family Guy_ and others. However, it’s worth noting that these renewals don’t guarantee seasons as long as those in the past. In fact, the upcoming season of _The Simpsons_ (Season 36) is set to return this Spring, while _Family Guy_ is currently airing Season 23. Despite the uncertainty regarding their future, Fox has made a significant move by renewing four of its prime animated shows for the duration of the Animation Domination block.
It’s been confirmed that Fox has extended the run of “The Simpsons,” “Family Guy,” “Bob’s Burgers,” and “American Dad!” by four seasons each. However, an interesting twist is that each new season will consist of only 15 episodes, which is a significant shift for all these popular series. (This information was reportedly detailed in a Deadline article.)
Longer Runs With Shorter Seasons
As per the report, each season of these four shows will consist of only 15 episodes. This aligns with Fox’s ongoing strategy for scheduling new seasons of other popular series like Krapopolis and Basic Universal Guys. However, this marks a significant shift for established shows such as The Simpsons, Bob’s Burgers, Family Guy, and American Dad!. While these shows have had shorter seasons previously due to production disruptions, this will be the first time many of them are limited to just 15 episodes. Therefore, long-time fans may find this adjustment challenging.
These series typically featured 22-episode seasons and were usually split over the course of a year. For instance, The Simpsons recently came back this Spring to continue Season 36, which started last Fall. It initially broadcasted 12 episodes before concluding last year, meaning these shorter seasons will conclude their run completely before resuming for another full season the following year. This change may take some getting used to for long-term fans, but it could potentially benefit those involved in production in the long run.
What Does This Mean for the Future?
This change could be a shift from how longtime viewers have been accustomed to watching these animated series, but it’s likely for the best in terms of their longevity. Not only does this extensive four-season commission provide job security for those working on each show (a rarity within today’s animation industry), but it also ensures that shows like “Bob’s Burgers” won’t have to abruptly end without airing the remaining episodes of their current seasons due to scheduling conflicts.
Similarly, just like “The Simpsons” and “Family Guy,” both have been enriching their content with special episodes exclusively on Disney+ and Hulu. It’s possible that this trend will persist, meaning these shows might continue to produce content comparable (or exceeding) what was previously seen or anticipated. Keep in mind, however, these are speculations; we’ll find out how these new season orders play out as they roll out in the upcoming period.
HT – Deadline
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