The longest running animated series in television history has given Americans (mostly) and the world (partly) something to laugh about since the late '80s.

"Songs of the Bushmen," Harry Shearer's savage and poignant musical satire of the Bush administration's leading figures, will be released by Courgette Records, July 1 on digital platforms including iTunes and Amazon.

FOX has ordered an historic 20th season of The Simpsons, which will tie the series with "Gunsmoke" as the longest-running series in the history of primetime television.

Television. It's a compelling medium in itself - but also frequently acts as a launching pad for actors chasing big screen dreams. To think that full-fledged movie stars like Tom Hanks, Jennifer Aniston, George Clooney, and Katherine Heigl all got their big breaks on television shows. So, who should the next TV-turned-movie star be? Here's our Top 10 List to get you thinking.

Think of your favorite comedies. Whether it be Monty Python And The Holy Grail, Caddyshack, Animal House, or recent films like Dumb and Dumber, Anchorman, The 40-Year-Old Virgin or Borat, they all have something in common.

LOS ANGELES (AP) - A gourmet rat was the big cheese Friday, winning 10 Annie Awards, which recognize achievements in feature film and television animation.

Adam McKay is a big player in the world of comedy. The former SNL head-writer co-wrote and directed Will Ferrell in the films Anchorman and Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby. Now he's taking on a greater role as a producer, helping people's visions be seen by a larger audience.

Oscar Best Film favorites There Will Be Blood and No Country For Old Men will compete for the 19th annual Producers Guild Awards in Hollywood next month.

No Country For Old Men and Atonement lead this year's British Academy of Film and Television Arts nominations. Atonement picked up nominations for Best Film, Best British Film, Best Director and Adapted Screenplay.

It's almost here. The Superbowl of Hollywood (a.k.a. The Academy Awards) will be held for its 80th run on February 24. With the announcement ceremony on January 22, I would like to take a moment to look at one of my favorite categories: Best Animated Feature.