‘The Simpsons’ actress Nancy Cartwright predicts when hit show will end
Nancy Cartwright, the longtime voice of Bart Simpson, suggested on a podcast that "The Simpsons" could conclude after its 40th season. The show is currently in its 37th season, with Fox having secured four additional seasons as part of its Animation Domination lineup. Showrunner Matt Selman noted that the series was never expected to end, especially after its move to Disney+ broadened its audience.
- ▪Nancy Cartwright said she believes the series may wrap after season 40 during an interview on Michael Rosenbaum's podcast.
- ▪The Simpsons finished its 37th season in February and Fox has locked in four more seasons.
- ▪Matt Selman said he never seriously expected the series to be canceled, citing its continued popularity on Disney+.
- ▪The show has aired 808 episodes, making it the longest‑running American scripted primetime series.
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