The comedy series Animal Control has been renewed by Fox for a fifth season, set to premiere in 2026. The show follows animal control workers navigating human complexities. It has received nominations for several awards in recent years.
Animal Control, a TV-PG rated comedy on the Fox Network, premiered in 2023 and is scheduled to continue through 2026 with five seasons total. The series centers on a team of animal control workers whose professional lives are complicated by human behaviors, despite the straightforward nature of animals.
According to TV Guide, Season 5 will begin with Episode #5.1 airing on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The show holds a Metascore of 68, reflecting positive critical reception.
In recent awards cycles, Animal Control earned nominations including the 2023 WIN Award for Actress in a Comedy Series, and multiple 2024 Astra TV Awards for Best Actor in a Broadcast Network or Cable Comedy Series, Best Broadcast Network Comedy Series, and others. A Leo nomination in 2024 recognized its performance in music, comedy, or variety programming.
Latest updates from Fox's programming indicate the renewal amidst announcements of other shows like Bad Medicine, Memory of a Killer, and The Faithful. This continuation aligns with Fox's winter 2026 schedule, ensuring the series remains part of their lineup following previous fall seasons in 2024 and 2025.
