The Simpsons Was 'Almost Cancelled' Before First Episode Aired, Former Producer Admits

The Simpsons as depicted in the show's early years

With The Simpsons currently gearing up for its 38th season, the beloved animated show continues to extend its record as the longest-running sitcom in American TV history.

After premiering at the end of the 1980s, it didn’t take long for the show to ascend to TV phenomenon status, and is now considered one of the most iconic and influential shows of all time.

But what might fans might not realise is how close The Simpsons came to being axed before it even aired.