According to The Hollywood Reporter Mike Barker and Matt Weitzman, the co-creators of “American Dad”, have just inked a new 2 year with 20th Century Fox. After four years producing the popular cartoon, both of the co-creators are still eager to continue the show.
“The world is screwed up, so we think we still have some semi-poignant things to say about it through the show,” Weitzman said.
Having two showrunners on “Dad” has made a world of difference, 20th TV chairman Dana Walden said.
“Matt and Mike are covering far more territory in the executive producer slot than one person can ever cover,” she said. “That enables Seth to focus on his other projects.”
The crew of “American Dad” are writing the fifth season while keeping a close eye on the political race.
“If (Barack) Obama wins, that would provide an interesting wrinkle to the show as Stan is such a die-hard Republican,” Weitzman said. Added Barker, “If (John) McCain wins, it would be great for the show and horrible for our grandchildren.”
Either way, I’m sure the crew at “American Dad” will have plenty of political fodder.