Almost 100 Scripted TV Shows of 10 Years
Not many TV shows are this successful. Most TV shows that are not cancelled too soon have an average lifespan of 4 to 8 seasons. But these ones stand the test of time. Even when they get less interesting, there is still clearly some fan appeal or executive appeal to keep them running for a long time and run the bare minimum requirement of 10 years to make it into the Long Runner page of fame. Shows like these always have hundreds of episodes, and it's even more impressive when other shows like Bill Nye the Science Guy can make 100 episodes in half that time, or Sailor Moon can rack up 200 episodes in half that time. It's convenient for actors who like to work in large quantities for less longevity. How many times have a TV show run for an entire decade? Let's find out! Most of these TV shows don't have less than 11 seasons, and none can have less than 100 episodes. So I am afraid that Friends and Smallville can't make it because they are just 1 season short. However, I will give an honorable mention to Matt LeBlanc, who played Joey Tribbiani in 282 episodes across 12 seasons of two series. So, what TV shows other than CBS's Gunsmoke got this far?
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- StarsOzzie NelsonHarriet NelsonRicky NelsonOzzie and Harriet Nelson raise their two sons Ricky and David. As the sons age, they experience teenage dating problems, marriage and careers.Ozzie Nelson, Harriet Nelson, Frank Nelson and David Nelson as themselves worked for 435 episodes in 13 years
Original channel: ABC - CreatorDavid DortortFred HamiltonStarsLorne GreeneMichael LandonDan BlockerThe Wild West adventures of Ben Cartwright and his sons as they run and defend their Nevada ranch while helping the surrounding community.Lorne Greene as Ben Cartwright and Michael Landon as Little Joe worked for 392 episodes in 13 years, Dan Blocker as Eric Cartwright died from complications with surgery before the final season after 389 episodes
Original channel: NBC - StarsJames EllisJohn SlaterDouglas FieldingA gritty drama which follows the work of the police force in the fictional town of Newtown in the North of England.James Ellis as Lynch worked for 627 episodes in 16 years
Original channel: BBC1 - StarsCarol BurnettVicki LawrenceThe Ernie Flatt DancersTelevision show featuring skits by Carol Burnett and her comedy troupe.Carol Burnett and Vicki Lawrence as Various Characters for 279 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: CBS - CreatorLeonard FreemanStarsJack LordJames MacArthurKam FongThe investigations of Hawaii Five-0, an elite branch of the Hawaii State Police answerable only to the governor and headed by stalwart Steve McGarrett.Jack Lord as Steve McGarrett worked for 281 episodes in 11 years
Original channel: CBS - CreatorMarc StrangeSusan StrangePhilip KeatleyStarsBruno GerussiRobert ClothierRae BrownThe adventures of a professional lumber salvager and his friends in Gibsons, British Columbia.Bruno Gerussi as Nick Adonidas and Robert Gothlier as Relic Phillips worked for 374 episodes in 18 years
Original channel: CBC - CreatorLarry GelbartStarsAlan AldaWayne RogersLoretta SwitThe staff of an Army hospital in the Korean War find that laughter is the best way to deal with their situation.Alan Alda as Hawkeye and Loretta Swit as Hot Lips worked for 251 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: CBS - CreatorPamela LonsdaleStarsGeoffrey HayesRoy SkeltonStanley BatesChildren's puppet programme featuring music and stories.Geoffrey Hayes as Geoffrey and Roy Skelton as Zippy and George worked for 993 episodes in 19 years
Original channel: ITV - CreatorGarry MarshallStarsRon HowardHenry WinklerMarion RossThe Cunningham family live through the 1950s with help and guidance from lovable and almost superhuman greaser Fonzie.Henry Winkler as Arthur Fonzarelli, Marion Ross as Marion Cunningham and Tom Bosley as Richie Cunningham worked for 255 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: ABC - CreatorDavid JacobsStarsLarry HagmanKen KerchevalPatrick DuffyJ.R. Ewing, a Texas oil baron, uses manipulation and blackmail to achieve his ambitions, both business and personal. He often comes into conflict with his brother Bobby, his arch-enemy Cliff Barnes and his long-suffering wife Sue Ellen.Larry Hagman as J.R. Ewing for 356 episodes in 13 years
Original channel: NBC - StarsLes LyeAbby HagyardChristine McGladeSketch TV by young amateur actors in true classic Nick-style. But whatever you do, never admit that you don't know or ask for water.Les Lye as Ross Ewich, Lance Prevort, Mr. Schidtler, and other characters for 144 episodes in 11 years
Original channel: CTV - CreatorDavid JacobsStarsMichele LeeTed ShackelfordJoan Van ArkThe residents of Knots Landing, a coastal suburb of Los Angeles, deal with various issues such as infidelity, health scares, rape, murder, kidnapping, assassinations, drug smuggling, corporate intrigue and criminal investigations.Michele Lee as Karen MacKenzie and Ted Schackelford as Gary Ewing for 344 episodes in 13 years
Original channel: NBC - CreatorJames BurrowsGlen CharlesLes CharlesStarsTed DansonRhea PerlmanJohn RatzenbergerThe regulars of the Boston bar "Cheers" share their experiences and lives with each other while drinking or working at the bar where everybody knows your name.Ted Danson as Sam Malone, Rhea Perlman as Carla Tortelli and George Wendt as Norm Peterson worked for 271 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: NBC - CreatorPeter S. FischerRichard LevinsonWilliam LinkStarsAngela LansburyWilliam WindomRon MasakProfessional writer and amateur sleuth Jessica Fletcher uses her intellect, charm, and persistence to get to the bottom of every crime she encounters.Angela Lansbury as Jessica Fletcher worked for 264 episodes in 11 years
Original channel: CBS - CreatorRon LeavittMichael G. MoyeStarsEd O'NeillChristina ApplegateKatey SagalAl is the quintessential working class dad. Peggy, his wife, always wants more from him. With their children, they go through the highs and lows of ordinary life.Ed O'Neill as Al Bundy worked for 262 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: FOX - StarsGlen MurphyRichard WalshBen OnwukweThe lives of firefighters at Blackwall Fire Station.Glen Murphy as George Green worked for 172 episodes in 14 years
Original channel: ITV - CreatorDiane EnglishStarsCandice BergenGrant ShaudRobert PastorelliThe personal and professional misadventures of an opinionated but beloved woman working as a television journalist.Candice Bergen as Murphy Brown, Faith Ford as Corky Sherwood and Joe Regalbuto as Frank Fontana
Original channel: CBS - CreatorMichael BerkGregory J. BonannDouglas SchwartzStarsDavid HasselhoffPamela AndersonYasmine BleethAt a Los Angeles beach, a team of lifeguards led by Lieutenant Mitch Buchannon save lives, deal with personal dramas, fight crime and participate in over the top adventures on a daily basis.David Hasselhoff as Mitch Buchanan worked for 206 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: NBC - CreatorDick WolfRick EidStarsJerry OrbachJesse L. MartinDennis FarinaNew York's finest police detectives and prosecutors fight to make the city a safer place. With integrity as the guiding force from investigation to verdict, the teams weigh every perspective in their commitment to finding justice.S. Epatha Merkerson as Anita Van Buren worked for 388 episodes in 16 years
Original channel: NBC - CreatorRick GreenSteve SmithStarsSteve SmithPatrick McKennaRick GreenRed Green airs his handyman show from Possum Lodge, Canada, and also experiences some zany adventures in real life.Steve Smith as Red Green worked for 301 episodes in 15 years
Original channel: CBC - CreatorGabor CsupoPaul GermainArlene KlaskyStarsElizabeth DailyChristine CavanaughNancy CartwrightTommy, Chuckie, Angelica, Phil and Lil and Susie find themselves in a slew of adventures - both real and imaginary. Baldly go where no baby's every gone before as the Rugrats turn the ordinary into the extraordinary every day.Elizabeth Daily as Tommy Pickles worked for 172 episodes in 11 years
All Grown Up bonus: + 53 episodes in 5 years = Elizabeth Daily as Tommy Pickles worked for 225 episodes in 16 years
Original channel: Nickelodeon - StarsWilliam SimonsDerek FowldsTricia PenroseThe 1960s lives and adventures of the police constabulary, medical staff, and residents of Ashfordly and Aidensfield.William Simons as Alf Ventress worked for 355 episodes in 18 years
Original channel: ITV - CreatorDavid AngellPeter CaseyDavid LeeStarsKelsey GrammerJane LeevesDavid Hyde PierceDr. Frasier Crane moves back to his hometown of Seattle, where he lives with his father and works as a radio psychiatrist.Kelsey Grammar as Frasier Crane, David Hyde Pierce as Niles Crane, and John Mahoney as Martin Crane worked for 263 episodes in 10 years
Cheers bonus: 201 episodes in 9 years = Kelsey Grammar as Frasier Crane worked for 467 episodes in 19 years
Original channel: NBC - CreatorSteven BochcoDavid MilchStarsDennis FranzJimmy SmitsGordon ClappDetectives from NYPD's 15th Precinct investigate homicides within their precinct.Dennis Franz as Andy Sipowicz worked for 261 episodes in 11 years
Original channel: ABC - CreatorHal McElroyTony MorphettStarsJulie NihillJohn WoodMartin SacksThe series primarily focuses on the daily lives of Victorian police officers working at a police station in the fictional small town of Mount Thomas.John Wood as Tom Croydon worked for 510 episodes in 12 years
Original channel: Seven Network - CreatorMike LazzoKhaki JonesStarsGeorge LoweC. Martin CrokerAndy MerrillSpace Ghost, a superhero from a 1960s Hanna-Barbera cartoon, hosts his own talk show.George Lowe as Space Ghost worked for 114 episodes in 12 years
Original channel: Cartoon Network - CreatorChris CarterStarsDavid DuchovnyGillian AndersonMitch PileggiTwo F.B.I. Agents, Fox Mulder the believer and Dana Scully the skeptic, investigate the strange and unexplained, while hidden forces work to impede their efforts.Gillian Anderson as Dana Scully worked for 209 episodes in 10 years (2016 & 2018 revivals included)
Original channel: FOX - CreatorMichael CrichtonStarsAnthony EdwardsGeorge ClooneyJulianna MarguliesThe doctors who work in the ER at the County General Hospital in Chicago grapple with ups and downs in their personal and professional lives while trying to give apt medical care to their patients.Noah Wyle as Dr. John Carter worked for 241 episodes in 14 years
Original channel: NBC - CreatorGreg DanielsMike JudgeStarsMike JudgeKathy NajimyPamela AdlonA straight-laced propane salesman in Arlen, Texas tries to deal with the wacky antics of his family and friends, while also trying to keep his son in line.Mike Judge as Hank Hill, Boomhauer, Stuart Dooley and other characters, Kathy Najimy as Peggy Hill, and Pamela Adlon as Bobby Hill and Clark Peters worked for 258 episodes in 12 years
Original channel: FOX - StarsJudith McGrathGeorgie ParkerTammy MacintoshA drama series centred on the lives of the nurses at All Saints Western General Hospital.Judith McGrath as Von Ryan worked for 493 episodes in 11 years
Original channel: Seven Network - CreatorBrenda HamptonStarsStephen CollinsCatherine HicksJessica BielEric Camden, a minister, and his wife Annie deal with the drama of having seven children, ranging from toddlers to adults with families of their own.Stephen Collins as Eric Camden and Beverley Mitchell as Lucy Camden worked for 243 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: WB - StarsJudith McGrathGeorgie ParkerTammy MacintoshA drama series centred on the lives of the nurses at All Saints Western General Hospital.Judith McGrath as Von Ryan worked for 493 episodes in 11 years
Original channel: Seven Network - CreatorDavid KohanMax MutchnickStarsEric McCormackDebra MessingMegan MullallyGay lawyer Will and straight interior designer Grace share a New York City apartment. Their best friends are gleeful and proud gay Jack and charismatic, filthy-rich, amoral socialite Karen.Eric McCormack as Will Truman and Sean Hayes as Jack McFarland worked for 246 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: NBC - CreatorSeth MacFarlaneDavid ZuckermanStarsAlex BorsteinSeth MacFarlaneSeth GreenIn a wacky Rhode Island town, a dysfunctional family strives to cope with everyday life as they are thrown from one crazy scenario to another.Seth Macfarlane as Peter Griffin, Brian Griffin, Stewie Griffin, and other characters and Alex Borstein as Lois Griffin, Tricia Takanawa, Barbara Pewterschmidt and other characters worked for 350+ episodes in 17+ years
- CreatorDavid X. CohenMatt GroeningStarsBilly WestJohn DiMaggioKatey SagalPhilip J. Fry, a pizza delivery boy, is accidentally frozen in 1999 and thawed out on New Year's Eve 2999.Billy West as Phillip J. Fry, Hubert Farnsworth, John Zoidberg and other characters, Katey Sagal as Turanga Leela, and John DiMaggio as Bender, Sal, URL and other characters worked for 140 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: FOX - CreatorKathryn MullenNorman StilesChristopher CerfStarsAnthony AsburyJennifer BarnhartPeter LinzLive-action and animation blend together in this educational fantasy about a family of lions running a library filled with adventurous and musical books.Anthony Asbury as Lionel Lion and Aerty Smartypants, Jennifer Barnhart as Cleo Lion, and Peter Linz as Theo Lion worked for 129 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: PBS - CreatorEric WeinerChris GiffordValerie Walsh ValdesStarsFatima PtacekRegan MizrahiAlexandria SuarezAlong with her friend Monkey Boots, Dora goes on adventures.Marc Weiner as Map, Swiper and Fiesta Trio worked for 136 episodes in 14 years
Original channel: Nick Jr. - CreatorAnthony E. ZuikerStarsWilliam PetersenLaurence FishburneTed DansonIn Las Vegas, a squad of forensic investigators are trained to solve crimes by meticulously examining the evidence. They employ advanced technology and their rationality to detect the perpetrators.Eric Szmanda as Greg Sanders worked for 327 episodes in 14 years
Original channel: CBS - CreatorMatt MaiellaroDave WillisStarsDave WillisCarey MeansDana SnyderThe misadventures of a milkshake, an order of fries, a meatball, and their retired next door neighbor in the suburbs of New Jersey.Dana Snyder as Master Shake, Carey Means as Frylock, and Dave Willis as Meatwad, Carl, Ignignokt and other characters worked for 138 episodes in 10 years
- CreatorButch HartmanBob BoyleStarsTara StrongSusanne BlakesleeDaran NorrisAfter being tortured and humiliated by his babysitter, a ten year old boy is put under the care of two fairy godparents, who can grant him almost any wish, which leads to dire consequences.Tara Strong as Timmy Turner, Daran Norris as Cosmo, and Susanne Blakesee as Wanda worked for 161 episodes in 14 years
- CreatorGeorge Arthur BloomKristin Laskas MartinJoseph KwongStarsChristopher LloydNovie EdwardsAnnick ObonsawinThree kids, Jackie, Matt, Inez, and their bird friend Digit, must save cyberspace from the evil Hacker with the use of strategy and math skills.Christopher Lloyd as The Hacker, Gilbert Gottfried as Digit, Jacqueline Pillon as Matt, Annick Obonsawin as Inez, and Movie Edwards as Jackie worked for 126 episodes in 11 years
Original channel: PBS - CreatorLee AronsohnChuck LorreStarsJon CryerAshton KutcherAngus T. JonesA hedonistic jingle writer's free-wheeling life comes to an abrupt halt when his brother and 10-year-old nephew move into his beach-front house.Jon Cryer as Alan Harper worked for 262 episodes in 11 years
Original channel: CBS - CreatorDonald P. BellisarioDon McGillStarsDavid McCallumSean MurrayMark HarmonFollows the Major Case Response Team (MCRT) from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), as they get to the bottom of criminal cases connected to Navy and Marine Corps personnel.Mark Harmon as Leroy Jethro Gibbs worked for 398 episodes in 17+ years
Original channel: CBS - CreatorMike BarkerSeth MacFarlaneMatt WeitzmanStarsSeth MacFarlaneWendy SchaalScott GrimesThe escapades of Stan Smith, a conservative C.I.A. Agent dealing with family life, and keeping America safe.Seth Macfarlane as Stan Smith, Roger, Greg Corbin and other characters, Wendy Schaal as Francine Smith, and Scott Grimes as Steve Smith worked for 280 episodes in 14 years
- CreatorSeth GreenMatthew SenreichMike FasoloStarsSeth GreenMatthew SenreichBreckin MeyerPop culture references fly thick and fast as stop-motion animation is featured in sketches lampooning everything from television movies to comic books.Seth Green as Various, The Nerd, Batman and other characters worked for 197+ episodes in 15+ years
- CreatorShonda RhimesStarsEllen PompeoChandra WilsonJames Pickens Jr.A drama centered on the personal and professional lives of five surgical interns and their supervisors.Ellen Pompeo as Dr. Meredith Grey worked for 361+ episodes in 14+ years
Original channel: ABC - CreatorRob McElhenneyGlenn HowertonStarsCharlie DayGlenn HowertonRob McElhenneyFive friends with big egos and small brains are the proprietors of an Irish pub in Philadelphia.Charlie Day as Charlie Kelly and Rob McElhenney as Mac worked for 153 episodes in 13 years
Original channel: FX - CreatorEric KripkeStarsJared PadaleckiJensen AcklesJim BeaverTwo brothers follow their father's footsteps as hunters, fighting evil supernatural beings of many kinds, including monsters, demons, and gods that roam the earth.Jared Paladecki as Sam Winchester and Jensen Ackles as Dean Winchester
Original channel: CW - CreatorJeff DavisStarsKirsten VangsnessMatthew Gray GublerA.J. CookA group of criminal profilers who work for the FBI as members of its Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) using behavioral analysis and profiling to help investigate crimes and find the suspect known as the unsub.Kirsten Vagsness as Penelope Garcia worked for 321+ episodes in 14+ years
Original channel: CBS - CreatorDave WillisJim FortierMatt MaiellaroStarsBobby EllerbeeDana SnyderDaniel McDevittFollows the adventures of the Cuylers, an impoverished and dysfunctional family of anthropomorphic, air-breathing, redneck squids who live in a rural Appalachian community in the state of Georgia.Bobby Ellerbee as Sheriff worked for 114 episodes in 11 years
Original channel: Adult Swim - CreatorChuck LorreBill PradyStarsJohnny GaleckiJim ParsonsKaley CuocoA woman who moves into an apartment across the hall from two brilliant but socially awkward physicists shows them how little they know about life outside of the laboratory.Johnny Galecki as Leonard Hofstadter, Jim Parsons as Sheldon Cooper, Kaley Cuoco as Penny, Simon Helberg as Howard Wolowitz, and Kunal Nayyar as Raj Koothrappali
Original channel: CBS - CreatorAdam ReedStarsH. Jon BenjaminJudy GreerAmber NashCovert black ops and espionage take a back seat to zany personalities and relationships between secret agents and drones.H. Jon Benjamin as Sterling Archer, Judy Greer as Cheryl Tunt, Amber Nash as Pyril Poovey, and Chris Parnell as Cyril Figgis worked for 121 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: FX - CreatorShane BrennanStarsChris O'DonnellDaniela RuahLL Cool JNCIS's covert operations team go undercover to investigate cases involving terrorism and National Security.Daniela Rush as Kensi Blye, LL Cool J as Sam Hanna, and Chris O'Donnell as G. Callen worked for 264+ episodes in 10 years
Original channel: CBS - CreatorSteven LevitanChristopher LloydStarsEd O'NeillSofía VergaraJulie BowenThree different, but related, families face trials and tribulations in their own uniquely comedic ways.Ed O'Neill as Jay Pritchett, Sofia Vergara as Gloria Ramirez, Julie Bowen as Claire Pritchett, Ty Burrell as Phil Dunphy, Jesse Tyler Ferguson as Mitchell Pritchett, and Eric Stonestreet as Cameron Tucker worked for 250 episodes in 10 years
- CreatorMitchell BurgessRobin GreenStarsDonnie WahlbergBridget MoynahanWill EstesRevolves around a family of New York cops.Donnie Wahlberg as Danny Regan, Bridget Moynahan as Erin Regan, Will Estes as Jamie Regan, Tom Selleck as Frank Regan, Len Cariou as Henry Regan, and Andrew Terraciano as Sean Regan worked for 244 episodes in 10 years
Original channel: CBS - CreatorFrank DarabontStarsAndrew LincolnNorman ReedusMelissa McBrideSheriff Deputy Rick Grimes wakes up from a coma to learn the world is in ruins and must lead a group of survivors to stay alive.Norman Reedus as Daryl Dixon worked for 143? episodes in 10 years
Original channel: AMC - CreatorLoren BouchardJim DauteriveStarsH. Jon BenjaminDan MintzEugene MirmanBob Belcher runs a struggling burger shop with his wife and three children.H. Jon Benjamin as Bob Belcher, Dan Mintz as Tina Belcher, Eugene Mirman as Gene Belcher, John Roberts as Linda Belcher, and Kristen Schaal as Louise Belcher worked for 222? episodes in 10 years
Original channel: FOX