What Fox’s Newest Cancellation Means for 2026’s Animation Schedule (A Classic Show Returns)

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Fox’s Animation Domination lineup is facing significant changes with the cancellation of a show after five seasons, leading to a revised schedule starting next year. Fox has been heavily investing in its adult animated programs, recently renewing several major shows for four more seasons each. This included The Simpsons, Bob’s Burgers and Family Guy. However, alongside these large renewals, there was a notable and unexpected addition to the programming – a returning series.

News came as a surprise that American Dad! will continue for four additional seasons on Fox. After airing for almost 12 years on TBS, the animated show is returning to Fox and will pick up the story where it left off. However, this significant comeback appears to have led to the cancellation of another show, possibly to accommodate Fox’s plans for its Animation Domination lineup in 2026.

The Great North Cancelled Ahead of 2026

Fox has confirmed the cancellation of The Great North after five seasons and almost 100 episodes. Viewers suspected the end was near, as the last episode felt like a tribute to the show’s history, and staff members later confirmed they were no longer working on it. While it was widely expected, Fox has now officially made the decision and is focusing on its other programs. This news immediately brings up concerns about the future of the Animation Domination programming block in 2026.

The Fall 2025 season of Fox’s Animation Domination block will feature new episodes of The Simpsons, Bob’s Burgers, Universal Basic Guys and Krapopolis. All of these shows have been picked up for multiple seasons and are expected to return next fall after their current seasons finish. However, the biggest changes to the schedule will happen earlier in the year with the midseason shows. The Great North often aired during this time in its later seasons, helping to keep the Animation Domination block running even outside of its usual fall peak. But with American Dad coming back, some adjustments to the schedule were necessary.

I’m hearing that Family Guy is scheduled to start its 24th season in early 2026, as part of the midseason lineup. We’ll also see the return of the next season of Grimsburg on the Animation Domination schedule around the same time. After that, depending on what else Fox has planned, the schedule will likely include the final episodes of the newest seasons of either Bob’s Burgers or The Simpsons. The Simpsons is definitely confirmed to be airing through at least February, as they’re premiering their 800th episode then.

American Dad Returns to Fox in 2026

As Fox finalizes its midseason plans, American Dad! is set to return with a big comeback, fitting right into the schedule. The new season will include the show’s 400th episode, marking the beginning of its 20th season (depending on how you count the production). It will probably air alongside Family Guy again, creating a strong lineup. While it’s disappointing Fox canceled other shows, it’s great to see a beloved classic return to the network.

American Dad! has consistently performed well as an animated series since moving from Fox. It’s a popular choice for streaming on Hulu, and its run on TBS actually lasted longer than its initial run on Fox. For a period, American Dad! was a key program for TBS, being both their last original animated show and the final original series they ever produced. Now, the show is returning to Fox with renewed strength, and its loyal fanbase is coming along for the ride.

Fox’s shows airing in the middle of the TV season weren’t always the strongest part of its Animation Domination lineup, but that’s improved a lot recently. Because Fox is now committing to longer seasons for its shows, viewers can expect fresh, adult animated episodes throughout the year. American Dad! is coming back, which will make the midseason even better, so fans should definitely watch out for the premiere details.

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2025-10-05 22:07