Futurama Renewed for Two More Seasons on Hulu
Hulu has picked up the sci‑fi animated series Futurama for two additional seasons, each consisting of ten episodes. The renewal was reported by IGN. The news confirms a continued run on streaming while keeping the show’s distinctive humor and storytelling in place for fans in North America.
The eighth season began its rollout with a premiere on July 24, 2023, marking a return after a decade-long hiatus. The second part of the season is slated for release in 2024, continuing the revived storylines that fans have followed since the show’s return to television.
Core contributors are back in the fold: creator Matt Groening, along with screenwriters David Samuel Cohen and Ken Keeler, return to steer the new episodes. The voice cast remains largely intact, with regulars including Billy West as the voice of Fry, Katey Sagal as Leela, Phil LaMarr, Maurice LaMarche, and John DiMaggio resuming his role as Bender, ensuring consistency in the series’ signature performances.
Central to the plot of the new season is a continuation of the universe after the events of the previous run. Fry and Leela have married and grown older together, while other familiar characters find themselves suspended in time until a pivotal moment by Professor Farnsworth restores them and propels time forward to the year 3023. This setup allows the show to blend its familiar character dynamics with new sci‑fi scenarios and moral questions that have defined Futurama since it first aired.
Futurama originally premiered on Fox on November 14, 1999, and ran for seven seasons before concluding its run on September 4, 2013. After a long pause, the series returned to screens in 2023 with new episodes that revived the beloved world and its quirky satire. The ongoing Hulu revival continues to expand the Futurama universe while preserving the playful spirit that fans have cherished for years.
Recent industry reporting has also noted ongoing production activity in other high‑profile series, signaling a broader return to streaming and traditional networks for popular franchises. These developments reflect the current TV landscape, where long‑standing animated properties can find fresh life through renewed commitments and new storytelling opportunities.
Fans looking for more Futurama content can expect the same mix of quick wit, science fiction adventures, and character-driven humor that has made the show a staple of late‑20th and early‑21st century animation. The ensemble cast and the seasoned writing team offer continuity, while the renewed seasons promise new twists and challenges for Fry, Leela, Bender, and the rest of the crew. (Source: IGN)