22 of the longest-running TV comedies of all time

Meghan CookMay 27, 2020, 00:30 IST

"It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" is one of the longest-running live-action comedy series.FXX Network

Many famous comedies have been on the air for many years and multiple seasons.
FX's "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" recently got renewed for its record-breaking 15th season.
Shows like "Seinfeld" and "How I Met Your Mother" ran for nine seasons.
"The Simpsons" and "South Park" are two of the longest-running animated adult comedies.

Not all shows are built to last, but these comedy series have lasted for many years — and some are still on the air today.

Here are just 22 of the longest-running comedies on television.

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"It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" is a triumph in absurdist comedy.

"It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" has been on the air since 2005. FXX

"Coach" ran for nine seasons with Craig T. Nelson at its helm.

"Coach" lasted for nine seasons. ABC

"The Office" had a huge cast of comedians at its disposal for nine seasons.

"The Office" was filmed mockumentary-style. NBC

"All in the Family" was a nine-season show that centered on clashing cultures.

The long-running show was a bit controversial. CBS

"Murphy Brown" was recently revived for a new season before it was canceled once more.

"Murphy Brown" followed a fictional journalist and news anchor. CBS

The spin-off "Family Matters" ran for nine seasons.

"Family Matters" originated on ABC. ABC

"Family Guy" has been satirizing Americans for over two decades.

Mila Kunis is the voice of Meg Griffin. Fox

"Happy Days" had a 10-year run on ABC.

The show ran for 11 seasons. ABC

"How I Met Your Mother" gained a loyal fan base over a nine-year period.

"How I Met Your Mother" is based in New York City. IMDb/CBS

"Everybody Loves Raymond" captured the unique nature of family relationships over nine seasons.

"Everybody Loves Raymond" starred Ray Romano. CBS via YouTube

"The Jeffersons" is one of the longest-running sitcoms that focuses on a black family.

"The Jeffersons" is set in Manhattan. CBS

"Cheers" was a favorite for many viewers over an 11-year run.

"Cheers" was set in a bar. NBC

"Frasier" matched its predecessor's 11-season run.

"Frasier" ran for 11 seasons. Hulu

"Modern Family" was on ABC for years.

"Modern Family" follows three interconnected families. ABC/Hopper Stone

"MAS*H" ran for 11 seasons and was met with wide acclaim.

The show won a Peabody Award. 20th Television

"King of the Hill" explored the life of a suburban family for 13 seasons.

"King of the Hill" was set in Texas. 20th Television

"Mystery Science Theater 3000" has been making fun of bad movies since 1988.

"Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Return" is on Netflix. Netflix

"South Park" has surprised audiences for 23 seasons.

"Soth Park" is an animated adult comedy. Comedy Central

"The Simpsons" is one of the longest-running television shows with over 30 seasons.

Homer Simpson is an iconic cartoon character. FOX

The cast of "Friends" kept audiences entertained for a decade.

The show was set in New York City. IMDb/Warner Bros.

"Saturday Night Live" has been on the air for decades.

"Saturday Night Live" airs on NBC. NBC

"Seinfeld" ran for nine seasons.

"Seinfeld" followed Jerry Seinfeld and his friends. IMDb/NBC

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