Family Guy

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  • TV-MA
  • 1999
  • 22 Seasons
  • 8.2  (361,091)

Family Guy is a popular animated TV show that airs on FOX and has been entertaining audiences since 1999. The show follows the life of a dysfunctional family, the Griffins, living in the fictional town of Quahog, Rhode Island. Created by Seth MacFarlane, the show is known for its dark humor, witty jokes, and pop culture references, which have made it a name to reckon with in the world of animated sitcoms.

The Griffins are made up of the dad, Peter (voiced by Seth MacFarlane), who is an overweight, bumbling, and impulsive man; his wife Lois (voiced by Alex Borstein), who is a rational and calm individual; their kids, the socially awkward Chris (voiced by Seth Green), brainy Meg (voiced by Lacey Chabert in the early seasons and then by Mila Kunis), and the youngest member, Stewie (voiced by Seth MacFarlane). Stewie is a baby who is more intelligent than most adults and is fixated on world domination and killing his mother.

The show is known for its irreverent humor and often pushes boundaries with the content it presents. It takes on a range of topics and parodies everything from politics, religion, and celebrities to TV shows and movies. As a result, it has gained a loyal following over the years.

Family Guy has a recurring cast of characters in addition to the Griffins. There is their neighbor, Glenn Quagmire (voiced by MacFarlane), who is a pilot and obsessed with sex; Cleveland Brown (voiced by Mike Henry), who is Peter's childhood friend and has his own spin-off show; and Joe Swanson (voiced by Patrick Warburton), who is a cop and is confined to a wheelchair.

The show is also known for its cutaway gags where it cuts to a completely unrelated flashback or visual gag, which has no direct relation to the plot but adds to the show's humor.

In addition to its humorous content, Family Guy is known for addressing social issues in its storyline. The show has tackled serious topics such as addiction, alcoholism, and domestic violence in a sensitive yet humorous manner. It has also been known to criticize political figures and social issues of the day in an unfiltered way.

Family Guy has gone through its ups and downs over its long run. It was cancelled after the third season due to low ratings but was eventually brought back due to its popularity in syndication. Since then, the show has had its share of controversy. In 2010, it sparked outrage with an episode that made fun of Down Syndrome, prompting the National Down Syndrome Society to speak out against the show. However, despite its controversial moments, the show remains popular with audiences.

Overall, Family Guy is a satirical and entertaining show that has tackled a range of topics with its unique brand of humor. Its characters are well-developed and its plots are often hilarious, making it a must-watch for fans of animated sitcoms. Moreover, the show's ability to address serious topics in a humorous fashion has made it a cultural touchstone, and it remains one of the most loved and talked-about shows on television today.

Family Guy is a series that is currently running and has 22 seasons (427 episodes). The series first aired on January 31, 1999.

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Teacher's Heavy Pet
12. Teacher's Heavy Pet
March 13, 2024
Lois joins Chris' school as a substitute teacher.
Cabin Pressure
11. Cabin Pressure
March 6, 2024
When the Griffins win a trip to Maine at Peter's company picnic, they decide to invite their friends on the vacation; tensions run high and things soon spiral out of control when the cabin burns down.
Teacher's Heavy Pet
10. Teacher's Heavy Pet
February 11, 2024
Louis joins Chris’s school as a substitute teacher.
The Return of the King (of Queens)
9. The Return of the King (of Queens)
December 17, 2023
Lois decides to sell the family's TV to help pay for Christmas presents; Kevin James gets upset over losing Peter as a viewer.
Baking Sad
8. Baking Sad
December 3, 2023
Meg discovers her tears produce delicious cookies, and her, along with her siblings, enjoy a profit until the success makes her too happy to cry. Meanwhile, Peter and the guys launch a "male talk show".
Snap(ple) Decision
7. Snap(ple) Decision
November 26, 2023
Lois wins a Snapple contest and uses her winnings to take Meg on a tropical vacation, where they flaunt their wealth and get kidnapped. Meanwhile, Stewie and Brian undergo friendship therapy.
Boston Stewie
6. Boston Stewie
November 19, 2023
Stewie tries to civilize his half-brother, Boston Stewie, so that he may be adopted. Meanwhile, Meg and Chris start a venture in which people online pay Chris to sit on and smash cupcakes.
Baby, It's Cold Inside
5. Baby, It's Cold Inside
November 12, 2023
Peter is emasculated when, on their anniversary, he abandons Lois amidst a shark attack. Meanwhile, Stewie finds a mini fridge and lives the dorm lifestyle.
Old World Harm
4. Old World Harm
November 5, 2023
Peter and Lois vacation in Florida, only to discover they've rented a condo in a retirement community. Back at home, Brian helps Stewie take his first shower.
A Stache From the Past
3. A Stache From the Past
October 22, 2023
When Peter loses the Griffins' home in a reverse mortgage, he and Mayor West travel to confront the man advertising the scheme, Tom Selleck. Meanwhile, Stewie and Brian open a booth at the flea market, leading to a rivalry with Bruce.
Supermarket Pete
2. Supermarket Pete
October 8, 2023
With the brewery under construction, Lois implores Peter to take a new job, but grows irate when he begins work at the grocery store. Meanwhile, armed with his police stories, Joe and Brian team up to write their own true crime novel.
Fertilized Megg
1. Fertilized Megg
October 1, 2023
Meg agrees to be Bruce and Jeffery's surrogate causing a pregnant Meg to annoy her family. But, when the couple fails to pick up the baby, the Griffin's must take care of their new family member.
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Family Guy is available for streaming on the FOX website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Family Guy on demand at Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, FOX, Vudu, FX Networks, FuboTV, Microsoft Movies & TV, Google Play and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    January 31, 1999
  • IMDB Rating
    8.2  (361,091)