# Why The Simpsons Never Got A Spin-Off

> Matt Groening explains why 'The Simpsons' spin-offs never happened despite its success.
- Title: Why The Simpsons Never Got A Spin-Off · SlashFilm | Shortify
- Summary: Matt Groening explains why 'The Simpsons' spin-offs never happened despite its success. The Simpsons creator Matt Groening says the show's financial success…
- Keywords: the simpsons, matt groening, fox, spin-off, krusty the clown, the critic, disney plus, simpsons movie, entertainment, culture, Simpsons, Never
- Source: SlashFilm — https://slashfilm.com/2274564/why-the-simpsons-didnt-get-spin-off-shows
- Author: Ryan Scott
- Published: 2026-10-05T19:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: the simpsons, matt groening, fox, spin-off, krusty the clown, the critic, disney plus, simpsons movie, entertainment, culture
## 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.
## Key takeaway

The Simpsons creator Matt Groening says the show's financial success prevented spin-offs from being made.