The Simpsons Showrunner Discusses Possible Ending

Matt Selman, showrunner of The Simpsons, discussed the show's potential ending, emphasizing it wouldn’t follow the conventional series finale format. Despite the show's longevity, Selman believes that a traditional, emotional conclusion would be 'lame' and instead envisions the final episode as simply 'a really good story about the family.' He recently showcased this concept in the season 36 premiere, which featured an AI-generated spoof finale, highlighting the difficulty of crafting a satisfying conclusion. Selman stated that rather than a definitive end, the show is intended to run indefinitely, with each episode functioning as both a beginning and an end. He humorously suggested a parody of A Christmas Carol as a possible finale but reiterated that it should not mimic other shows' conclusions. Writer Carolyn Omine noted the challenges of a finale, given the show's evolving nature and the myriad of ideas fans propose.