Best Episodes
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 dec 30, 2024.
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Carter buys the Pawtucket Patriot brewery and decides to cut some corners to save a few bucks. Peter overhears the plan and runs and tells investigative journalist Tricia Takanawa about Carter's plan to use toxic chemicals in the beer cans. Meanwhile, Brian's drivers' license has expired and he enlists Stewie as an instructor.
The episode was rated 7.36 from 2539 votes.
Rob Gronkowski moves into the house behind the Griffins. Stewie raises bees and sells honey at the farmers market.
The episode was rated 7.36 from 2376 votes.
Peter fills in for Santa at the mall, but lets the power go to his head when he realises just what he can get away with. Meanwhile, Stewie and Brian become holiday office-party crashers.
The episode was rated 7.40 from 2538 votes.
The guys try to start a podcast, but Peter goes solo and branches out as a DJ. Meanwhile, back at the Griffin home, Lois' allergy forces Brian to move into Stewie's bedroom and the two have roommate difficulties.
The episode was rated 7.40 from 2498 votes.
When Chris' Mexican girlfriend, Isabella, gets deported, he volunteers to take care of her twin babies. After learning that Isabella can't come back to the U.S., the Griffins go to Mexico to return her children.
The episode was rated 7.40 from 2109 votes.
The guys decide to form a string quartet, but Peter doesn't make the cut. Meanwhile, Brian is forced to be Carter's seeing eye dog and enjoys the life of luxury a little too much
The episode was rated 7.41 from 2338 votes.
Taylor Swift agrees to go to a homecoming dance with Chris after he asks her via online video. However, when she starts to fall for him, her music takes a hit. Meanwhile, Peter decides to try a new profession and sees firsthand what it's like to be an Uber driver.
The episode was rated 7.42 from 2725 votes.
Quagmire discovers the โdatingโ app Tinder, forcing Peter, Joe and Cleveland to intervene and save him from his soul-sucking hedonism. Meanwhile, Stewie finds out that he has scoliosis and learns the perks of his latest diagnosis
The episode was rated 7.43 from 2486 votes.
Peter helps Joe out with several crime cases, but when Joe tries to take all the credit, Peter gets extremely angry. Meanwhile, Brian convinces Stewie to join a football team and panics when he gets a concussion.
The episode was rated 7.44 from 2375 votes.
Peter becomes the temporary principal at the high school, and Meg uses his new power to get even with her bullies. Meanwhile, Brian and Stewie open a bed & breakfast that quickly turns into a brothel.
The episode was rated 7.44 from 2257 votes.
After the local airline pilots go on strike, Quagmire looks for new work and becomes a gigolo. When his clients begin to avoid paying for his services, he asks Peter for help getting his money. Meanwhile, Brian is kicked off Peterโs health insurance, so he gets a job at a hardware store, until Stewie gets him fired and things get medical.
The episode was rated 7.47 from 2948 votes.
Quagmire lands free plane tickets for the guys' trip to San Francisco, but they begin to doubt his flying abilities after getting a look at the auto-pilot function. While in the air, sudden events give Quagmire's skills a run for the money.
The episode was rated 7.47 from 2656 votes.
Stewie and Brian form a band aimed at children, but face a breakup when they set their eyes on the same girl. Meanwhile, Chris gets a job as Quagmire's personal assistant for his sex life.
The episode was rated 7.47 from 3332 votes.
Peter's past as a sperm donor catches up to him when many of his children show up unannounced to his house.
The episode was rated 7.50 from 2153 votes.
In an attempt to avoid eating the healthy food that Lois forces him to eat, Peter opens up his own food truck with fattening foods. Meanwhile, Meg joins a roller derby team, despite Chris thinking itโs too dangerous
The episode was rated 7.53 from 2508 votes.
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