While The Simpsons has changed a lot throughout the show’s decades on the air, its most recent big change is a welcome one for the long-running animated comedy show. The Simpsons is a lot more than just a TV show. As of April 2026, with over 800 episodes and 37 seasons to its name, The Simpsons is officially the longest-running US scripted prime-time TV series of all time. It is also the longest-running US sitcom ever and the longest-running US animated series ever, as well as one of TV’s most influential sitcoms.