What Are The Longest Running Television Shows Of All Time?

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'Guiding Light'

'Guiding Light' tops the list of longest-running television series as the world's longest-running soap opera with a run of 72 years. The series ended with the September 18, 2009 episode on CBS. It first aired on June 30, 1952.

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'As The World Turns'

'As The World Turns' was a U.S. television series that totaled nearly 14,000 episodes between 1956 and 2010. The following series is also a real guarantee of success (see next page)

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'Days Of Our Lives'

The soap opera 'Days Of Our Lives' started on November 8, 1965 and is still in production today. This means that the American production has been flickering on TV for over 50 years. Unbelievable!

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'The Young and the Restless'

'The Young and the Restless' also joins the list. The series has been thrilling audiences since 1973 and more than 12,600 episodes. I wonder who can still keep track of them all?

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'The Bold and The Beautiful' Cast

'The Bold and the Beautiful' has become a must-see for numerous viewers, gracing television screens since 1987. In the 1990s, the series reached the pinnacle of its popularity, joining the ranks of globally beloved shows like 'Dallas' and 'Baywatch'. It aired in over 100 countries and remains immensely popular to this day. Continue clicking to discover other long-lasting productions that have stood the test of time.

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'All My Children'

The soap opera 'All My Children' achieved an incredible run of 41 years before airing its final episode in 2011. However, in 2013, the series made a small comeback, delighting fans with its return.

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"Neighbors" is one of the longest running series of all time

'Neighbours'

Neighbours', the Australian daily soap, left an indelible mark on television history by airing from 1985 to 2022. It not only became the longest-running series in Australian television but also one of the most enduring productions globally. Astonishingly, soon after the series came to a close, there was news of Amazon, the streaming service, expressing interest in continuing the beloved 'Neighbours' saga.

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'Coronation Street'

Unbelievable, yet true! The British series 'Coronation Street' has been captivating audiences since 1960, spanning over an astounding 10,000 episodes. With no end in sight, this long-running show continues to captivate viewers. And the next series we'll be discussing also originates from Great Britain...

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'Emmerdale'

'Emmerdale', hailing from the British television landscape, made its debut on October 16, 1972. Today, the series has become an integral part of many people's lives, and it is difficult to imagine a world without it.

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'One Life To Live'

'One Life to Live', a US soap opera, made its debut on July 15, 1968. Created by the visionary Agnes Nixon, who was also behind the daily soap 'All My Children', the series captivated audiences until early 2012.

Not every series possesses the captivating essence necessary to keep viewers hooked for years, even after multiple seasons, with its intriguing, enjoyable, and thrilling plot.

The longest-lasting TV series of all time

But there are certain productions that have not only achieved this but surpassed all expectations. These exceptional series have amassed over 20 seasons, spawned successful spin-offs, and continue to entertain audiences to this day. In our picture gallery, discover the TV series that hold the title for being the longest-lived of all time.