Not all shows are built to last, but these comedy series have lasted for many years— and some are still on the air today.
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22 of the longest-running comedies on TV
Some comedy series have been on television for years, and sometimes decades. Here are some of the longest-running comedies on television.
Here are just 22 of the longest-running comedies on television.
"Coach" ran for nine seasons with Craig T. Nelson at its helm.
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"All in the Family" was a nine-season show that centered on clashing cultures.
Hollywood Reporter writer Sue Cameron described her first impression of the show when it premiered in 1971: "The main problem with this show is that in order to achieve laughs in a family satire, there must first be an underlying feeling of love among all parties. Without that foundation, all that comes out is just plain hate."
"Murphy Brown" was recently revived for a new season.
The spin-off "Family Matters" ran for nine seasons.
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"Happy Days" had a 10-year run on ABC.
"How I Met Your Mother" gained a loyal fan base over a nine-year period.
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"Everybody Loves Raymond" captured the unique nature of family relationships over nine seasons.
"The Jeffersons" is one of the longest-running sitcoms that focuses on an African-American family.
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"Cheers" was a favorite for many viewers over an 11-year run.
"Frasier" matched its predecessor's 11-season run.
"Family Guy" has been satirizing Americans for two decades.
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"Modern Family" recently began its tenth season on ABC.
"M*A*S*H" ran for 11 seasons and was met with wide acclaim.
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"Mystery Science Theater 3000" has been making fun of bad movies since 1988.
"King Of the Hill" explored the life of a suburban family for 13 seasons.
"South Park" has surprised audiences for 22 seasons.
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"The Simpsons" is the longest-running television show with 30 seasons.
The cast of "Friends" kept audiences entertained for a decade.
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"The Office" had a huge cast of comedians at its disposal for nine seasons.
"It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" is a triumph in absurdist comedy.
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"Saturday Night Live" has been on the air for decades.
Created by Lorne Michaels, NBC's " target="_blank"Saturday Night Live" has been making audiences laugh for 44 seasons.
While it's primarily a variety show, it's a comedy that has been on the air since 1975. The show has featured celebrity guests including Kanye West, Paul McCartney, Alec Baldwin, and Tina Fey. Its main cast has included stars like Kenan Thompson, Will Ferrell, and Andy Samberg. And, the show's cast and scripts are ever-changing.
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"Seinfeld" ran for nine seasons.
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