LOS ANGELES, April 2 (Reuters) -

Animated television sitcoms "The Simpsons," "Family Guy,"

and "Bob's Burgers" have been renewed for four more seasons on

Fox, Fox Entertainment said on Wednesday.

"American Dad" will return to Fox, where it debuted in 2005,

also scoring a four-season renewal. It has been showing on TBS

since 2014.

The contract extends the status of "The Simpsons" as the

longest-running scripted primetime series in television history

with its 37th through 40th seasons.

"This new deal celebrates the eternal popularity of these

iconic comedies, as well as the enduring, prolific relationship

we continue to enjoy with our friends at 20th Television

Animation," said Michael Thorn, president of Fox Television

Network, referring to its production company behind the shows.

Disney+ and Hulu will remain the exclusive global

streaming platforms for all four of the animated series.