For decades, America has adored the quirky yellow family and the endlessly entertaining residents of Springfield. Since its debut in 1989, The Simpsons has not just been a TV show—it has been a cultural phenomenon. Homer Simpson is practically a household name, “d’oh” has become the battle cry of exasperated dads everywhere, and Simpsons merch is its own aisle in pop culture stores. But who would have thought that a Netflix underdog could come along and challenge this TV juggernaut?

This awards season, The Simpsons is going head-to-head with an unexpected competitor– a lesser-known animated gem from Netflix.

The Writers Guild of America recently announced their nominations for outstanding achievements, and, as usual, The Simpsons dominated the Animation category, taking up three out of six slots. But this year, it is not so smooth sailing for Springfield’s finest. They are up against Netflix’s Blood of Zeus and FOX’s beloved Bob’s Burgers.

Blood of Zeus might not have the legacy of The Simpsons, but it has made waves in its own right. The show takes viewers into the messy world of Greek gods, with jaw-dropping animation, intense action sequences, and a unique spin on mythology. Critics have praised its visuals and creativity, though some felt the storytelling and character arcs could have used a little more polishing. Still, Blood of Zeus has earned a loyal fan base and, of course, this prestigious nomination. But despite this popularity, Netflix has decided to cut the show short.

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Last year, reports confirmed that Blood of Zeus will not get its originally planned five seasons.

After a three-and-a-half-year wait, Netflix’s viral animated sensation Blood of Zeus returned for a second season in the summer of 2024. Now, fans are eagerly awaiting the third season, which is expected to drop on Netflix in mid-2025, according to reports. However, creators Vlas Parlapanides and Charley Parlapanides have confirmed this will be the show’s final season.

During the show’s panel at Comic-Con last year, the duo shared this update, while also revealing that Heron, Seraphim, and the gods will “face their most dangerous adversaries yet.” The good news is that Season 3 is still on its way in 2025, and fans already have a good idea of what to expect. But whether or not the show can hold its own against the world’s longest-running cartoon remains to be seen.

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