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.
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Peter's very religious father comes to live with the family after he is forced to retire from his lifelong job at the Mill.
The episode was rated 7.48 from 789 votes.
Lois enrolls Stewie at a day care center.
The episode was rated 7.48 from 573 votes.
A therapist tells Brian his carpet-wetting is the result of his repressed feelings for Lois.
The episode was rated 7.50 from 720 votes.
Meg exposes her family on a talk show.
The episode was rated 7.52 from 650 votes.
Lois' aunt dies and leaves her mansion to the Griffins.
The episode was rated 7.53 from 884 votes.
Chris gets a job picking up golf balls; Peter ignores Chris in favor of Cleveland Jr.
The episode was rated 7.56 from 525 votes.
The Griffins and their neighbors build a festival float; waitress Meg schemes to get bigger tips.
The episode was rated 7.57 from 709 votes.
Forced to go to a women’s retreat for telling sexist jokes at work, Peter resists the idea at first. After two weeks, however, Peter becomes a sensitive male. No one likes the new Peter, especially Lois. While attending a charity dinner, Lois does something that snaps Peter out of his feminine phase.
The episode was rated 7.58 from 713 votes.
Peter infiltrates Quahog High School as a new student.
The episode was rated 7.61 from 590 votes.
Paranoid about Y2K, Peter herds the family into the basement for protection.
The episode was rated 7.62 from 810 votes.
Peter talks himself into getting liposuction and other plastic surgery.
The episode was rated 7.67 from 602 votes.
When Peter tries to get out of paying a doctors bill by faking his own death, he is visited by Death himself, who wants to take Peter away. After Death twists his ankle while chasing Peter, everyone on Earth becomes immortal while death is incapacitated.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 759 votes.
Stewie misbehaves while visiting his grandparents.
The episode was rated 7.71 from 605 votes.
In the episode "Wasted Talent" of Family Guy, Peter and his friends go on an epic drinking binge in search of a winning lottery ticket in a bottle. Meanwhile, Lois is pushing her daughter Ling too hard to prepare for a competition.
As Peter and his friends attempt to find the winning lottery ticket, their binging gets increasingly out of hand. Meanwhile, Lois has become a very strict and demanding parent, pushing Ling to the brink of perfection. The episode is filled with comedic moments and ridiculous scenarios as both stories unfold. In the end, Lois learns that it's not about making Ling perfect, but rather allowing her to find her own path. Meanwhile, Peter and his friends realize that the journey of searching for the lottery ticket was the real prize.
The episode was rated 7.77 from 550 votes.
In the Family Guy episode E. Peterbus Unum, Peter discovers that his house is not officially part of the United States. Determined to be a part of something bigger, Peter takes it upon himself to form his own country. With the help of his family and friends, he establishes the nation of Petoria, complete with its own language, flag, and currency.
While the citizens of Quahog have mixed opinions about Petoria, the fledgling nation quickly takes off when Peter's new country is recognized by the United Nations. However, things quickly take a turn for the worse when the Mayor of Quahog declares war on Petoria. Despite the Mayor's efforts, Peter and his citizens are able to successfully defend themselves and maintain the sovereignty of their nation.
The episode of E. Peterbus Unum serves as a hilarious commentary on how quickly a nation can be established and how much power a leader can have. Through his daring and creative leadership, Peter is able to turn his house into a fully recognized nation. In the end, it is a testament to the power of Peter's imagination and his commitment to his vision.
The episode was rated 7.81 from 592 votes.
