longest running tv series in the world
And the number one longest running scripted TV show isâ¦. 1. The Simpsons (1989-present) â The yellow-skinned cartoon is officially the longest running TV show in history with 22 years since first premiering with no signs of stopping. Fans have fallen in love with Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie along with the rest of Springfield over the cartoonâs 400+ episodes.