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Why The Simpsons Never Got A Spin-Off
Matt Groening explains why 'The Simpsons' spin-offs never happened despite its success.
In brief
Matt Groening explains why 'The Simpsons' spin-offs never happened despite its success. The Simpsons creator Matt Groening says the show's financial success prevented spin-offs from being made. Originally reported by SlashFilm.
The Simpsons' 40-year run
The Simpsons ran for nearly 40 years without a spin-off despite initial plans for one.
Krusty the Clown spin-offs considered
The Simpsons creator considered two Krusty the Clown spin-offs but scrapped them.
Fox blocked spin-off deals
Fox said no to live-action spin-offs, and financial success prevented any deals from being made.
Krusty's potential spin-off
Krusty the Clown could have led a solo series but financial interests stopped it.
The Simpsons' expansion
The Simpsons expanded through movies, Disney+ shorts, games, and theme parks without spin-offs.
Next steps for The Simpsons
The Simpsons movie will release in September 2027 with new Fox renewals for more seasons.
At a glance
The Simpsons creator Matt Groening says the show's financial success prevented spin-offs from being made.
