The creator of the Simpsons knows exactly why the series will end (and that makes sense)

“The Simpsons” is the series scripted at the oldest listening hours of all time, going beyond programs like “Gunsmoke” and other classics that have dominated the waves for decades. What is the most impressive, however, is that the animated sitcom of Matt Groening on the titular family and the residents of Springhill have reached this stage in 2018, it is therefore sure to say that all the current and future series have a catch -up to be done. While writers “Simpsons” know that they cannot compete with the classic era of their own program, they also do not want to say goodbye to Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie to soon, either – Well, unless the tragedy falls on distribution and crew.

As documented by Comicbook.com, groening was present at San Diego Comic-Con this year, where he discussed the future of the show and when it could end. The creator of the series spoke frankly on the question, revealing the dark inevitability which will ultimately mark the end of one of the most precious dynasties of television. In his own words:

“Honestly, I thought that 36 was the place where we were going to end it. No, there is no end in sight. We are going to continue. We are going to go until someone dies.”

Now that “The Simpsons” is contractually ensured to last until season 40, viewers can hope for many adventures in Springfield – assuming that no one dies, anyway. That said, the aforementioned words of groening resemble those of a creator who is content to make new episodes as long as there is an audience for him, but what keeps him motivated to work on the series after all these years?

If you scroll the many lists of the best episodes of “The Simpsons” there, you will find a diverse pile of stories that are not afraid to go to wild places. Halloween specials “Treehouse of Horror” with impressive parody episodes, this series is not liable for traditional family sitcom formulas – and that is why it remains fun almost four decades after its race. While speaking at the Annecy international animated film festival earlier this year (via the deadline), Groening revealed that having freedom of creation makes the return to Springfield exciting for distribution and the team. However, the key ingredient in the success of the show – and to keep the creative juice of its manufacturers flows – is to be able to think outside the box. As he said:

“We do not think we are responsible, but our main motivation is to surprise us. If we are surprised, then we think we can surprise the public. […] Regarding, we become known for different types of jokes. […] We have film parodies and references to books, television shows and personal autobiographical anecdotes. The total sum of the show is that the contribution of all those involved. “”

The 800th episode of “The Simpsons” should be broadcast next year, and it promises to be another historic television event. However, how long the cartoon of the cartoon lasts in the large scheme of things remains a mystery – but it’s great to know that groening and his colleagues always have a good time behind the scenes. As long as they have fun, it is very likely that it will continue to generate more hilarity from Homer and the gang.

“The Simpsons” is broadcast on Fox and Streams on Disney +.