The Simpsons Movie may get a sequel as producer Al Jean tells Comic Con chances of second film is '50/50'
The Simpsons Movie may get a sequel.
Screenwriter and producer Al Jean has revealed the team behind the animated comedy have talked about the possibility of a follow up to the 2007 film.
Speaking at San Diego Comic-Con, he explained: 'We talk about it, but if we do it, we only want to do it if it's going to be really good.
'We would never do it just to cash in, so if it comes out, it's because we believe in it.'
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Follow up: Al Jean revealed at Comic Con that The Simpsons Movie may get a sequel
However, Jean did reiterate that they weren't willing to make a movie just to cash in on the television series that has been airing since 1989.
He said the chances of a sequel were, '50-50', adding that 'no one wants to do a movie where people think, 'Why did they do that? It wasn't necessary.''
When the 2007 movie was released, it was a critical and commercial success, managing a massive $525 million (£345 million) at the box office worldwide.
Jean's comments come after he said last year that he thinks The Simpsons TV show is likely to come to an end after the 30th series.
Coin toss: Screenwriter and producer said chances of a follow-up were '50/50'
Bringing in the bacon: When the 2007 movie was released, it was a critical and commercial success, managing a massive $525 million (£345 million) at the box office worldwide
He said: 'I wouldn't be stunned if we stopped at 28, but my bet is at least 30. But then you'd have to resign them again.
'If you made me pick one, I'd say the likeliest is ending after 30, but I've been wrong before. I thought five seasons was good when we got there!'
With Series 28 set to air this September, it will only make the demand for a new film even stronger.
Since its debut on December 17, 1989, the series has broadcast 596 episodes, making it the longest-running American sitcom, animated program, and scripted primetime television series.
In May last year Harry Shearer, who voices more than 100 characters including Ned Flanders, Mr Burns, Principal Skinner and Waylon Smithers, left the show amidst a contract row, but returned two months later after signing a $13million deal
Not for the money: Jean said the crew 'would never do it just to cash in, so if it comes out, it's because we believe in it'
Record breakers: Since its debut on December 17, 1989, the series has broadcast 596 episodes, making it the longest-running American sitcom, animated program, and scripted primetime television series
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