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10 Best Episodes of Family Guy - Season 17

Family Guy is an animated series created by Seth MacFarlane for the FOX network, which first aired in 1999. It follows the adventures of the Griffin family, featuring Peter, Lois, Stewie, Meg, Chris, and Brian. The show has been praised for its sharp humor and its ability to tackle tough topics. With 23 seasons, there is no shortage of great episodes. Here is a list of the best Family Guy episodes, ranked by fans and critics alike.

From Stewie's time-travelling escapades to Peter's misadventures in Quahog, the show has a wide variety of memorable episodes. One of the most beloved episodes is "Road to the Multiverse," which sees Stewie and Brian travel to alternate universes. Another classic is "The Fat Guy Strangler," where Peter takes on a superhero persona in an attempt to stop a serial killer.

For fans of the show, there are countless episodes to choose from. But these are the ones that stand out from the rest. Whether you're a long-time fan or just getting into the show, these are the Family Guy episodes you should watch first.

Written by Sophie and last updated on jun 24, 2024.

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Family Guy - S17E14

#15 - Family Guy Lite (Season 17 - Episode 14)

After a mishap at work, Peter decides to take his health more seriously and diet with the help of Quagmire, Joe, and Cleveland. When Lois takes a stab at writing a romantic fantasy novel, a curious Brian and Stewie investigate to find out who she might have a crush.

The episode was rated 7.28 from 926 votes.

Family Guy - S17E1

#14 - Married... with Cancer (1) (Season 17 - Episode 1)

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Brian quickly falls in love with a woman, and after receiving devastating news regarding her cancer diagnosis, he proposes marriage.

The episode was rated 7.29 from 1284 votes.

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#13 - Pawtucket Pete (Season 17 - Episode 9)

The Pawtucket Brewery hires new bosses, who decide to change the company's mascot. In an attempt to be crowned the new face of Pawtucket Ale, Peter and Brian go head-to-head.

The episode was rated 7.30 from 974 votes.

Family Guy - S17E6

#12 - Stand By Meg (Season 17 - Episode 6)

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After Meg saves Stewie from a choking incident, Stewie makes it his personal mission to create a better life for Meg. Meanwhile, Chris is sent to a vocational school.

The episode was rated 7.31 from 1045 votes.

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#11 - Girl, Internetted (Season 17 - Episode 19)

When Meg suddenly becomes internet famous, she and an excited Peter work together to build her following and create content for her new image that revolves around unhealthy eating. Meanwhile, Brian and Stewie revel in a new ride while Brian's car gets repaired.

The episode was rated 7.31 from 849 votes.

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#10 - Bri, Robot (Season 17 - Episode 12)

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Brian worries about the legacy he's leaving behind, so Stewie makes a robot duplicate as a living biography.

The episode was rated 7.31 from 947 votes.

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#9 - Throw It Away (Season 17 - Episode 18)

After Lois reads a new book on the joys of decluttering, she challenges the rest of the Griffins to throw anything out of the house that does not spark joy. While all starts out well, Lois soon takes the decluttering to a surprising extreme.

The episode was rated 7.34 from 906 votes.

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#8 - The Griffin Winter Games (Season 17 - Episode 7)

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To the surprise of all the Griffins, Meg makes the U.S. Olympic team as a biathlete and competes in the Winter Olympics.

The episode was rated 7.34 from 1025 votes.

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#7 - No Giggity, No Doubt (Season 17 - Episode 15)

When the guys volunteer to chaperone the high school prom, Quagmire hits it off with Courtney only to discover that she is his daughter. To his and the gang's surprise, Quagmire makes a serious effort to embrace parenting Courtney, joining Peter and Meg on an ill-fated father-daughter camping trip.

The episode was rated 7.35 from 908 votes.

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#6 - Island Adventure (Season 17 - Episode 17)

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In search of Stewie's cherished big wheel tricycle, that Peter threw out, Stewie and Brian embark on an adventure to "Garbage Island," a giant floating mass of trash out in the sea. Meanwhile, Lois tries to help Quagmire elevate his dating game, as he courts a middle-aged woman.

The episode was rated 7.36 from 914 votes.

Family Guy - S17E3

#5 - Pal Stewie (Season 17 - Episode 3)

Stewie is surprised when he makes friends with another boy his age, but later taken aback when he learns that Stewie wasn't invited to his birthday party.

The episode was rated 7.37 from 1141 votes.

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#4 - Dead Dog Walking (2) (Season 17 - Episode 2)

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Brian's marriage to Jess doesn't go as planned, especially after her miraculous cancer recovery, so at Peter's suggestion, Brian lets himself go, leading Jess to make a surprising decision.

The episode was rated 7.37 from 1141 votes.

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#3 - Hefty Shades of Gray (Season 17 - Episode 10)

After Peter's hair turns white from a ghost-hunting adventure in his house with the guys, his new look grabs the attention of local news anchor Tom Tucker. Under Tucker's guidance, he learns the ways of reporting fake news, and soon becomes a senior crime analyst on Quahog's Channel 5 News. Meanwhile, Brian and Stewie attempt to help Chris improve his dating game.

The episode was rated 7.38 from 1018 votes.

Family Guy - S17E20

#2 - Adam West High (Season 17 - Episode 20)

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When Brian's proposition to rename Quahog's high school "Adam West High," to honor the late Mayor West, is successful, he feels encouraged to run for office as Quahog's new mayor. The race takes a turn when Quagmire campaigns against Brian for the open seat.

The episode was rated 7.43 from 795 votes.

Family Guy - S17E4

#1 - Big Trouble in Little Quahog (Season 17 - Episode 4)

Stewie invents a shrinking machine that shrinks him and Brian down to microscopic size.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 1140 votes.

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