Phineas and Ferb to return with Season 5, new episodes to premiere this summer

The much-awaited season of the popular animated musical comedy TV series, Phineas and Ferb is finally here. ''Since Phineas and Ferb is essentially a celebration of summer vacation, summer is the perfect time to debut the new season," the executive producers said in a statement to Variety. Ayo Davis, president of Disney Branded Television, expressed her enthusiasm for the show's return, and said, "Few shows capture pure fun and creativity like Phineas and Ferb. With Dan and Swampy back at the helm, this new season is sure to deliver even more of the excitement and heart that made Phineas and Ferb a beloved favorite," Variety. Originally launching in 2007, Phineas and Ferb show garnered a large following among both children and adults, airing 126 episodes, five one-hour specials, a musical, and two movies before concluding in 2015 after four seasons.