Disney and 20th Century Studios have confirmed that a new sequel to ‘The Simpsons Movie’ will be released on July 23, 2027. The series continues to thrive, with a renewal through its 40th season and over 800 episodes expected by 2029.
On Monday, Disney and 20th Century Studios announced that “The Simpsons” will return to theaters with a new, untitled sequel to the original film. This sequel is scheduled to premiere on July 23, 2027.
The series has already been renewed through its 40th season, which will air in 2028 and 2029, bringing the total episode count to over 800 by that time. This indicates that the upcoming film will not serve as a farewell to the beloved series.
The first “Simpsons” movie was released in 2007, and the sequel will arrive exactly 20 years later. The original film grossed $536 million worldwide, and the show has humorously suggested in recent years that there would never be another movie. However, circumstances have changed.
The announcement came unexpectedly on Monday morning, with no additional details provided. It is expected that the main voice cast, who have been part of the show since 1990, will reprise their roles. Despite some challenges, including the passing of voice actors like Marcia Wallace in 2013 and Jan Hooks in 2014, the show has maintained a resilient cast.
While “The Simpsons” has experienced declining ratings since its peak in the 1990s and into the 2000s, it remains a key part of Fox’s Animation Domination lineup on Sundays. Other shows like “Family Guy” and “Bob’s Burgers” continue to perform well in the ratings. Additionally, “The Simpsons” is a significant asset for Disney+, generating substantial streaming value and producing exclusive shorts.
Currently, the show is ordered for just 17 episodes per season, down from the usual 22. The original “Simpsons Movie” was directed by David Silverman, who is now an executive producer alongside showrunner Matt Selman. In the first film, Springfield is encased in a giant glass dome due to an environmental disaster caused by Homer, prompting the Simpson family to leave their home and save their town from government destruction, humorously narrated by Tom Hanks.
Check out the announcement poster below: More updates to follow…
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