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Another Groening Interview

As we're getting closer to Futurama's return to TV screens, more interviews with the creators surface. This time, several CGEF readers noted that Matt Groening gave an interview to 'if magazine' from which I'd like to cite the following section:
iF: Will Fox put the episodes on like FAMILY GUY?

GROENING: It

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ZoidyPoosMar 14th 2007, 20:15
More great news finally confirming we are getting more Futurama, and The Simpsons movie just around the corner... the year is looking up.
Pity whoever wrote the interview on the web never proof read it.
DazBob666Mar 14th 2007, 22:46
that place a smile upon the face of beauty, that is daz bob! observe >>> :)
KimberlyMar 15th 2007, 06:36
WOOHOO! Thanks for the news, guys!
EZ-52Mar 15th 2007, 18:20
Reading more of these interviews is just making me more impatient! But this is good news!
bigjoeMar 15th 2007, 23:43
i don't know if i want fox to have it, i mean they already screwed it up once. with the crappy schedule they had it on, you never knew when they were going to air it. if they don't take care of it this time, they would just cancel it again. comedy central would treat it much better...cartoon network would be best though.

bigjoe
ghostbearMar 16th 2007, 07:44
Fucking A
BendertheOffenderMar 17th 2007, 01:49
Oh Yeah!! The news just keeps getting better! this is a dream come true. Futurama is the best thing that has ever been on FOX and they were IDIOTS!!! to let it go. Family Guy is a pretty lame show that takes a joke and runs into the ground. When they are not doing that they steal scenes from movies because they can't come up with anything original. Futurama was always funny and original they didn't have to stoop to such low standards just to keep viewers interested. Bring on more Futurama!!
feltMar 17th 2007, 19:41
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ok now that i see that matt is taking futurama comeback, i belive. i just hope futurama doesnt sell out like family guy. it used to be funny but when it came back it just sucked.

is there a date yet? or a month or season for the relese? pls get back to me on this.
eIRINNSKe56Mar 18th 2007, 06:54
weeeeeeeeeeee!

will this god-for-saken year never end!
cant wait.
KurtPikachu2001Mar 18th 2007, 18:17
I would prefer Futurama to be on Comedy Central instead of FOX. That is excellent news knowing it's coming back early next year!
DongMar 19th 2007, 11:24
Hell yes
OgdenMar 20th 2007, 03:46
This will be spectacular.
AleshaMar 20th 2007, 16:20
yay , im so glad its coming back , i too agree they should keep it on comedy central, they would do it more justice than fox ever would, and wtf was up with cancelling it anyways? it was great morons !!!!
JakeMar 22nd 2007, 00:17
Reading these things still don't get me excited. I don't know if i just havn't accepted it or if my passion for The PE Crew has died. I sincierly hope these new developments are awsome so as to rekindle my fondness of a dear old friend.
BenderMar 22nd 2007, 05:18


Save my friends!!!...and Zoidberg.
TheNativeMar 22nd 2007, 10:17
Fox Network (20th century Fox) Cancel Futurama because they are all a bunch of Simpsons fanboys who make money on crapy simpsons merchandises.

The Simpsons has gone on for 18 long years, it is old, is running out of ideas, recycling old plots ideas, the characters have changed from funny to a bunch of idiots and I have lost some interest in The Simpsons.

Futurama was fresh, new to watch, it is set in the 30th/31st century with new characters, plots and ideas.

The Simpsons ratings started to go down so they put Futurama on a crappy schedule. So The Simpson
BOZZYMar 22nd 2007, 23:44
FUCK FOX! THEY DESERVE NOTHING MORE THEN A SWIFT DEATH!!! I WANT TO KILL THEM, BURN THEM, CUM ON THE ASHES, THE FREZE THE CUM/ASH MIXTURE, THEN SMASH THE CUM/ASH ICE BLOCK, THEN CUM ON IT AGAIN!!!! FUCK FOX!!

However, I am glad futurama is returning to our screens. YAY!
MaSoNMar 24th 2007, 05:31
i hate fox, those guys love simpsons so much that they decided to kill futurama. those fuckwits are selfish, and cheap. if i were president of the US, i would tell the US Army to bomb the Fox Network
DanMar 24th 2007, 17:06
I think FOX may eventually decide to air the new Futurama episodes. Despite how much they dislike the show. They could air one of the movies on their network and see how well it performs.
bilgeMar 25th 2007, 18:03
Well, the nice thing about Fox is their screwups are Adult Swim's gold!

ALL HAIL ADULT SWIM!

I can't wait for more Futurama....need Futurama...must have Futurama...
temptzobMar 25th 2007, 22:43
I wonder how long it will be before screencaps/footage of the DVD movie(s) are released...
AntonioMar 26th 2007, 07:45
Hell yes morE FUTURAMA!!! Im gonna save this bud for that special moment!
DoopSoldierMar 27th 2007, 05:45
4 movies??? Ehh... i'll take what i can get... i want a new season though! Damn greedy ass fox execs...
ChrisMar 27th 2007, 09:46
I'm in Australia and we don't get Comedy Central... :(
HarryKewellMar 27th 2007, 13:15
I'm pretty sure Channel 10 (Free-to-air) will show the new Futurama episodes in Australia, as episodes have been rating well for them and if they could make a deal to show the episodes before they come out on DVD they would rate a lot better...

Comedy Central either owns or has strong links to "The Comedy Channel" (D513 on Cable) so they might end up there as well. Or possibly FOX8 might pick them up.
BendersFan1221Mar 27th 2007, 23:48
Good new's every one! I wanna know the exact date and time the new season Premires! Comedy Central will protect Futurama they don't like to let great shows die.
TheIBQMar 28th 2007, 16:20
God I love good news about futurama! It's great to have them back. all though there is one thing i'm not clear on yet. The 4 movies.. are these movies like each 90minute movies? Live Long and Prosper ///IBQ
ElZilchoMar 29th 2007, 02:31
Thank God! Now there's a reason to get cable. Maybe the morons can stop worshiping Family Guy, and finally appreciate an original cartoon.
ChadMar 30th 2007, 04:52
One of the guys I work with mentioned something about Futurama coming back so I had to check it out. I can't believe it's true! I hate to say it, but seeing the same episodes on Adult Swim over and over are starting to get old for me.
RCRMar 30th 2007, 21:15
Sweet! Another eventual volume to be added to the ol' DVD collection!

The writing on "Futurama" is top-shelf, incisive social commentary. The artwork and 3D animation is simply beautiful to watch. The show just rules!

Thank you, Mr. Groening, for the upcoming episodes. Here's hoping for a successful resurrection to save us from the likes of lowest common denominator drivel (ie "Family Guy").
justadudeMar 31st 2007, 04:42
FOX should have gotten rid of King of The Hill years ago. anyways just my opinion, but if FOX was smart, and they aren't, the would have never sold Futurama over to Comedy Central, even though it is one of my favorite channels on basic cable. Instead they should've planned to remove King of The Hill from the line up on Sunday night and replaced it with new Futurama episodes. But instead they keep King of The Hill and add another crappy show, "The Winner", to the line up. I've never seen it though and base my opinion only off of the commercials, which just seem lame (and I loved Rob Corddry when he was on the Daily Show, but not on his own). Sweet Zombie Jesus what the hell are they thinking over there at FOX.
SpaceCaseApr 1st 2007, 20:35
@#31:
justadudeApr 2nd 2007, 19:40
Touch
helenApr 3rd 2007, 18:02
hi,
Im a big fan of the show and hope that it won't be too long after that us brits get to see it

until then I'll keep on waiting .........
ELchupanebrayApr 4th 2007, 23:36
im back o im back baby
ShannyLoveFryApr 7th 2007, 00:38
wow, I really cant wait for them to bring it back, Im so excited, Im the biggest Futurama nerd in the world man. I still cant believe they cancelled it in the first place that show was and will go far...Ah I love good news, it has made my day!!!...
aafApr 7th 2007, 14:38
good news about Futurama always cheers me up, no matter how miserable I already am. recently i started collecting the comic books so I kinda am completely back into Futurama right now to put it mildly. over and over again i'm reading them and, just like the DVD's, I can't get enough of them.

well anyhow.. sounds like we all just need to wait patiently to find out who gets to air the episodes.

ps. does anyone know which comics will be reissued in the upcoming Trade Paperback, "Futurama Conquers the Universe", scheduled to be released in october?

greets from Holland,
aaf
sivaApr 7th 2007, 22:47
aaf you're in holland? then how can you be miserable?? Anyway--Futurama--greatest thing that has ever been on TV. I really hope that when it comes back, it doesn't start to suck.
SeymourthedogApr 9th 2007, 01:41
I am Really glad that futurama will come back on the air in 2008.Im glad that it will be on comedy central as I think fox seemed to always be on futuramas backs.
Getting my eyes ready to see all the new stuff comin out 2008.
can't wait.
ScummbuddyApr 9th 2007, 02:24
At the Comicon website going to the messageboards, then scroll down and click on to "Pulse News" under the Comiconcom News subsection, there is a link to
"LEN WEIN'S FUTURAMA TIME IN SPRINGFIELD"

which has a nice article on Len's new Futurama comic.

I could go on an on about how I didn't like the selective use of what has already happened on the shows and what hasn't, but anyways, its Futurama in the news!

[stupid 'no link' posting]
AlexApr 10th 2007, 13:35
Wooho :D
fryingpanjoeApr 11th 2007, 16:56
If you cannot read the two security words, refresh the page to get a new image.how long will it be before AS. gets them? ther're the ones who kept the show alive. also..family guy is'nt that bad
BendertheOffenderApr 13th 2007, 05:55
Family Guy SUCKS!!!!!
themoleApr 13th 2007, 09:37
Re Fox airing the new episodes - they also CENSOR [for example {I know we hate Family Guy but...} the episode where Lois and Peter are stoned on the couch, and Lois says "He's knocking at the back door Brian, should I let him in?" - this was cut on Fox, but aired uncut on Adult Swim. Considering the comment in one of the interviews about the DVD releases being edgier we may have to buy the DVDs to see the new stuff uncut.
ShannyLovesFryApr 13th 2007, 21:33
Yeah it sucking was one thing I was worried about, like I adore family guy but the newest ones blow next to the old episodes, but I think since everyone from the original cast and crew is comeing back it will be gold, like the simpsons, in my opinion, has been constantly good all these year so Im sure Futurama will be just as good possibly better than before I dont think Matt will let us down...Oh gosh I just cant wait...Ah something to look forward to...Life makes sence again
FryBender2007Apr 14th 2007, 20:39
Great! I'm so glad Futurama is finally back! I hope it also hits Adult Swim! P.S. Thanks guys for all of the fan art and all that stuff!
SomeoneSomewhereApr 15th 2007, 12:27
I love Futurama, and am excitedly awaiting the arrival of the new episodes. I own all of the DVDs, and I will buy the new ones as they are released to show my undying support for this wonderful, creative, beautiful work of art.

I just hope the new episodes don't disappoint.
CallieApr 16th 2007, 08:07
Listen...I have no idea what is going on with this stuff. SO....sorry I guess I am not on top of all this, but someone told me the other day that new episodes of Futurama were already on Cartoon Network, on Adult Swim, and I knew that was NOT true, so I Googled Futurama and came to this website, and now I am confused...so, new episodes of Futurama will be one TV soon? On Comedy Central? What?? Weird...Can someone fill me in??
ShannyLovesFryApr 16th 2007, 19:55
yeah comedy central bought the new episode and will be airing them in 08...
luichiApr 21st 2007, 19:12

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km73Apr 22nd 2007, 05:04
Above....what?? Anyway, I don't remember exactly what happened, but wasn't it Comedy Central who basically killed off MST3K? 11 years ago? God,what a show that was...i never would've thought anything could be better than that, and then last spring when i discovered Futurama (yes i only started watching it last year) i was amazed at how brilliant and hilarious it was.Have now finally seen every episode. Anyhow, am i the only one a bit worried about it being on CC?
familyguyandfuturamaruleApr 22nd 2007, 08:39
what's MST3K mean???
SpaceCaseApr 22nd 2007, 20:35
@#52:
MST3K = "Mystery Science Theater 3000."



(Sorry I can't post it as a link)
SpaceCaseApr 22nd 2007, 23:17
Let's try this again:

For some reason that didn't post the first time.
BenApr 23rd 2007, 05:06
I would like to urge of some how to bring Fry's dog Seymore back to life the thought of that poor dog makes me wanna go to the pound and adopt all the dogs in there and make them learn walking on sunshine!!!

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE

if anyone know an E-Mail address that could help me or about starting a petition
diddymuckApr 23rd 2007, 10:16
I only hope the relationship between Fry and Leela does not end in heartbreak, as did Edna and Seymour's. MG simply couldn't be that unfeeling of his fan base.
BendertheOffenderApr 24th 2007, 04:43
I agree with Ben, the episode "Jurassic Bark" has got to be the saddest episode EVER! Lets hope they bring Seymour back, the ending scene almost brings a tear to my eye EVERY time I watch it.
MARKApr 24th 2007, 22:36
"Good News Everyone!" Can't wait for the new episodes in 08. I've been wearing out my Futurama DVD collection.
PS Who's your favorite character? Mine is Bender Bending Rodriguez
EdgarApr 25th 2007, 17:35
oh my GOD!!
I can't wait for watching futurama!!
its one of my favorite cartoons
i just love it!!
timeskipApr 29th 2007, 04:00
I just bought a new car yesterday, and I couldn't stop thinking of the Thundercougarfalconbird the whole time. Also there used to be a video game called Nibbler. In the 80s.
JurasicBarkMay 1st 2007, 19:57
@#55 by Ben

I remember reading through the lines of one of the various interviews, there will be at least one more episode involving Seymour. At this point, I doubt creating an online petition would be helpful. But hey, strong DVD sales coupled with an online petition can lead to more shows down the road. It worked once!

MBAussieMay 6th 2007, 12:35
How good is Futuy!!! My favourite show!!! Bring on Bender and the crew. WOOHOO!!!!!
easyman482May 7th 2007, 03:53
Will there be any new characters to enjoy?
SpaceCaseMay 7th 2007, 21:17
@ #63, easyman482:
w00tMay 11th 2007, 02:02
Futurama is coming back to our screens?! HURRAH! AT LAST!! I have waited so long for this moment! (thats far too many exclamation marks
CiervoMay 18th 2007, 12:32
Fuck me this is true! I thought it was a joke when I was told! N' I was happy just to find the complete series (from UK, I never saw them here in Greece). Anyway you guys r just gonna wait a year, I'll have to wait two, or buy the DVD's from the net a.s.a. they become available, which will be in a long time... Long, long, long... Long time...
BenderbrauMay 23rd 2007, 21:03
I might actually get cable at my apartment for the come back of the series...cooincidentally i make own beer.... the last one i made i called "Blatto" it was a black lager (with street cred)this show was awesome, my dvd's have been watched so many times it should be illegal.. i cant wait (although i have to) NOICE!
tastespurpleMay 24th 2007, 04:41
Futurama balances the dichotomy between sweet/sad and funny better than anything i've seen. It's brain candy. I tend to be a little more pessimistic about the new episodes than most of you, however. I hope i'm proved wrong.
SpaceCaseMay 24th 2007, 19:38
Originally post #68 by tastespurple:
... It's brain candy.

I couldn
profMay 30th 2007, 11:19
Has anyone else heard of the special guest in the first episode of 2008 futurama being Mr. Whacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man?
Any information would be great, he was my favourite character,
God speed futurama....god speed
WalterozJun 2nd 2007, 12:27
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FlexotheBending-unitJun 3rd 2007, 21:34
Yes yes yes!! Good news everyone!

Tho I have to admit I'm going to have a problem watching it since I live in Sweden, thus unable to watch comedy central... :
bboyforlifeJun 21st 2007, 01:16
YAY! I am excited as Hell that at last, Futurama will be making it'z triumphant return. Hailz to the cartoon godz for this long awaited occurance! ~B-Boy-For-Life~
BrandonThompsonJun 27th 2007, 03:55
I don't think futurama should air on fox again, shows like family guy that go back to fox are not always as good the second time around, love the site keep up the good work, long time futurama fan
HISHAMJul 2nd 2007, 13:11
hello everyone,
im a huge futurama fan, and was wondering , arent they gonna make new episodes ??
this show is so addictive and amazing, they have to keep on making new seasons...