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The Simpsons still reigns as one of the most cutting edge and innovative television programs of all time. In 1989 The Simpsons hit the air on the Fox television network. In fact, some people have argued that it was The Simpsons that initially made Fox the premier television network that it eventually did become. The Simpsons was the first Fox show to reach the Top 30 in ratings in the United States.
The Simpsons is a satirical television program of a fictional middle class family ... the Simpsons. The Simpsons' clan includes characters that have now become iconic ... Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie. In addition, there is a whole cast of supporting characters that have also become a part of the public consciousness.
The Simpsons regularly parodies American society and culture, the human condition, television and nearly anything else imaginable. The cartoon has been considered one of the funniest cartoons and television shows in history. The Simpsons actually got their start as short segments on the Tracey Ullman show. It was so popular that after three seasons as part of the Ullman program The Simpsons took off as its own television series – and never looked back.
The Simpsons has won dozens of important awards since its debut .. including 24 Emmy Awards, 26 Annie Awards and a Peabody Award. Time Magazine actually designated The Simpsons the 20th century's best television series in 1999. One wonders how long it will take before a similar designation is made in regard to the 21st century.
As of this time, The Simpsons is the longest running sitcom and the longest running animated program in American history. Indeed, as of 2008 The Simpsons was tied with Gunsmoke as the longest running prime time show in America history. In a short amount of time it will surpass that record. The Simpsons is expected to carry forth into the foreseeable future.
In addition to original episodes being broadcast on the Fox Television Network on Sunday nights, repeats are being run all of the time. Re-runs of The Simpsons are ubiquitous today. Additionally, fans of The Simpsons can purchase the amazing The Simpsons box set. The collection of DVDs is a perfect addition to any home entertainment library.
By purchasing The Simpsons box set a person can enjoy this unique, hilarious television show anytime of the day or night. It will quickly become the most favorite element of any individual's DVD collection.
