longest running scripted tv show ever
The 1870s set western ran for 20 years with 635 episodes. 2. Law & Order (1990-present) â One of the original TV crime dramas, Law & Order still draws in a big crowd with its thrilling story lines with over 400 episodes and counting for the past 21 years. 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.