For the 1977 film, see Rabid (film). For the punk rock band, see Rabid (band). For other uses, see Rabies (disambiguation). Rabies is a viral disease that causes inflammation of the brain in humans and other mammals. Early symptoms can include fever and tingling at the site of exposure.
However, if you're more interested in determining the longest-running show for a particular genre, then Guiding Light â a daytime soap that aired between 1952 and 2009 â is the longest-running dramatic series of all time [source: Carter ].
With the new seasons, it's now tied with The Adventures of Ozzie & Harriet for longest-running live-action comedy series in television history. Itâs Always Sunny in Philadelphia has yet to see its 12th season (which is coming in 2017), but itâs already been renewed for Seasons 13 and 14 on FXX, which means itâs poised to break a TV record. With its 14th season, Itâs Always Sunny will be tied with The Adventures of Ozzie & Harriet for longest-running live-action comedy series in TV history.