The Simpsons moving to E4 with new Disney deal
December 18, 2024
By Nik Roseveare

The Simpsons, the longest-running primetime scripted show in television history, is moving from its traditional weeknight slot on Channel 4 to E4, with season 32 of the animated series airing on E4 beginning in January 2025.
The move comes as Channel 4 and Disney Entertainment announce a deal renewal, which will bring new seasons of The Simpsons to free-to-air television across the UK and Ireland. As part of the collaboration, the newest episodes of the celebrated series, starting with season 36, will premiere exclusively on Disney+ in the spring of next year prior to airing on E4 and becoming available on Channel 4’s streaming platform.
As part of the latest deal, new seasons of The Simpsons will be made available on Channel 4’s streaming platform as a boxset for a limited time after they have their initial broadcast on E4. Alongside this, a selection of library episodes will also be available to stream.
Polly Scates, Head of Acquisitions, at Channel 4, commented: “The Simpsons and Channel 4 have a historic relationship, and I’m delighted that we will continue to bring this much loved and iconic series to our audience. In an evolving market, collaboration has never felt more important, and it’s been a pleasure working with Disney Entertainment to bring the latest seasons to UK viewers, who can now watch the show on E4 and C4 Streaming once it has aired on Disney+.”
Dayna Donaldson, VP, Content Sales (UK & Nordics) at The Walt Disney Company, added: “The Simpsons stands the test of time, and they continue to be one of the most beloved and well-known families in the world. We are delighted that Channel 4, along with Disney+, will be bringing these larger-than-life characters and the comedy of Springfield to UK audiences, introducing the series to the next generation and new audiences for years to come.”