I chose to watch the Simpsons, one of the longest running television shows in history. What makes this show so popular? This racy animated sitcom was created in 1987, and airs on the Fox network every Sunday at eight o'clock. The Simpson's represent a satire of the typical American family in a way that had never been seen before on television. It is unlike older TV shows of the past where every family member seemed to be perfect. The creators of The Simpsons are not afraid to show their character's flaws; they actually embrace them. The Simpsons are a family that millions of people love to watch because they use humor to deal with their problems and face contemporary conflicts that people can actually relate to.