American Dad! first premiered on the Fox network in the United States, marking the debut of the animated sitcom created by Seth MacFarlane, Mike Barker, and Matt Weitzman.
After 11 seasons on Fox, American Dad! transitioned to cable television, with new episodes beginning to air on TBS, reflecting a significant change in the show's distribution and audience.
TBS announced the renewal of American Dad! for its 22nd season, confirming the show's continued production and longevity as an animated series.