What is the longest running tv series?

Inspired by the classic radio drama, "Gunsmoke," the highly-acclaimed TV series depicting the settlement of the American West, aired on CBS from 1955 to 1975. read more

Longest-running animated series on PBS, longest-running animated children's series on U.S. television, and second longest-running animated series on U.S. television. [citation needed] 21 years: 20: Access Hollywood: Syndicated: September 9, 1996: present: 3,265+ 21 years: 20: Judge Judy: Syndicated: September 16, 1996: present: Longest-running reality courtroom show. read more

This is a list of the longest-running scripted prime time television series in the United States.Only shows that have aired on a major broadcast network for seven or more seasons and at least 100 episodes are included. read more

The first television drama aired in 1928, but it wasn't until after World War II that TV really took off. Today, satellite and cable options provide a TV smorgasbord. Although many news programs and soap operas have lasted longer, we've narrowed this list down to longest-running dramas and sitcoms in United States­ television history. read more