It’s hard to believe that The Simpsons is still on the air. Even though most die-hard Simpsons fans will gleefully tell you that the show’s trademark wit has been missing in action since sometime around season 10, the show is inarguably one of the most iconic Television programs of all-time.Since originally debuting in its own primetime slot in December of 1989, the show has soldiered on for over a quarter of a century. It’s lived through four U.S. Presidents, a mediocre movie, a number of widely publicized contract disputes, and an absolutely insane and eclectic selection of branded merchandise that easily puts the Angry Birds franchise to shame. Impressively, or perhaps depressingly is a more apt word choice depending on your perspective, kids who were born during the show’s inaugural season graduated high school 8 years ago.Bolstered by a long history of respectable ratings along with an ever-changing base of devoted fans, the show’s 27th season premiere aired on FOX this past Sunday. With a 28th season already agreed to, many have naturally wondered just how long FOX will continue to bankroll new episodes after the 2016 season comes to a close.
