The Simpsons becomes longest running scripted TV Show in US

'The Simpsons' has become the longest-running scripted TV show ever in the US after airing its 636th episode. The show won several awards, including 32 'Emmy Awards' and a 'People's Choice Award'. The show had faced controversy over stereotyping of Indians with respect to its character Apu Nahasapeemapetilon after comedian Hari Kondabolu released the documentary 'The Problem with Apu'.