Observed Signal · Aug 10, 2026 · Public Statement · Source: Cord Cutters News · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Nancy Cartwright Predicts Simpsons End by Season 40
Nancy Cartwright, the longtime voice actress of Bart Simpson, said on the Inside of You podcast that she believes The Simpsons will likely conclude around its 40th season. The remark comes as the series prepares to launch Season 38 on Fox; Fox previously negotiated a multi-season renewal guaranteeing the show through at least Season 40. A representative for the series and its studio, 20th Television, declined to comment on Cartwright’s prediction. Cartwright also said she would remain open to continuing if the original cast remained available. Showrunner Matt Selman has said the creative team does not plan a traditional, formal series finale. A second feature-length Simpsons film is scheduled for release in September 2027.
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- Nancy Cartwright said she believes The Simpsons will likely end around its 40th season.
- Fox secured a multi-season renewal guaranteeing The Simpsons will air through at least its 40th season.
- Season 38 is set to premiere on September 27 at 8 p.m. Eastern Time on Fox.
- A representative associated with the series and its studio, 20th Television, declined to provide an official response to Cartwright's remarks.
- A second feature-length theatrical Simpsons film is scheduled for release in September 2027.
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Three New Simpsons Episodes Coming to Disney+
Disney+ will stream three new exclusive Simpsons episodes in summer 2026. The platform will release the double-episode “Extreme Makeover: Homer Edition” on June 17, 2026, “Simpsley” on July 3, 2026, and “Yellow Mirror” on August 26, 2026. The pieces are Disney+ exclusives and join the service’s existing Simpsons library, which includes 36 seasons, The Simpsons Movie, and multiple shorts and exclusive episodes. Guest talent announced includes actor Betty Gilpin and musical performers Laufey and Tegan and Sara. One episode, “Yellow Mirror,” features an AI-powered tablet as a plot element. The announcement was reported by Cord Cutters News on May 28, 2026.
Simpsons 'Yellow Mirror' Episode Now on Disney+
Disney+ began streaming an exclusive Simpsons special titled "Yellow Mirror," published August 27, 2026. The episode contains two segments that explore artificial intelligence — one about a defective lamp and Homer’s perception of reality, the other about an AI-powered tablet that befriends and controls Maggie. Cord Cutters News notes this installment is the final of three Disney+ exclusives released ahead of The Simpsons Season 38 premiere on September 27, 2026. The article links to the episode trailer and points readers to The Simpsons collection on Disney+, which includes past seasons, the movie, shorts, and other exclusive episodes.
Disney+ Removes Simpsons 24/7 Channel
On July 20, 2026, Cord Cutters News reported that Disney+ has removed its 24/7 Simpsons streaming channel that had offered continuous episodes for subscribers. The Simpsons channel was originally added in March 2025 and had been available only to Disney+ Premium (ad-free) subscribers as part of the Streams on Disney+ lineup. Although the continuous channel is gone, the platform still hosts all 36 seasons, The Simpsons Movie, shorts, and curated episode collections. The publisher has contacted Disney for clarification on whether the removal is permanent.
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