American Dad!: Season 12
The twelfth season of the animated sitcom American Dad! continues to follow the eccentric Smith family and their housemates. Created by Mike Barker, Matt Weitzman, and Seth MacFarlane, the series centers on Stan Smith, a CIA agent dedicated to protecting the United States, and his wife, Francine Smith. The household also includes their college-aged daughter, Hayley Smith, and their high-school-aged son, Steve Smith.
Season 12 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Stan Smith is a CIA agent who frequently attempts to protect the country from terrorists, often with unpredictable results.
- Francine Smith serves as the housewife of the family, managing the household alongside her husband and children.
- The family includes two children, the rebellious college-aged daughter Hayley and the geeky high-schooler Steve.
- Roger is an alien living with the Smith family, serving as one of their three housemates.
Season overview
The twelfth season of the animated sitcom American Dad! continues to follow the eccentric Smith family and their housemates. Created by Mike Barker, Matt Weitzman, and Seth MacFarlane, the series centers on Stan Smith, a CIA agent dedicated to protecting the United States, and his wife, Francine Smith. The household also includes their college-aged daughter, Hayley Smith, and their high-school-aged son, Steve Smith. This season features a variety of comedic storylines, including an instance where Stan is miniaturized following a visit to a shrink. Other narrative developments involve Steve embracing his inner lesbian and Roger, an alien living with the family, developing a crush on another alien who has crash-landed. Additionally, the season explores the return of Jeff from space. The production incorporates numerous celebrity guest voices, such as Kristin Chenoweth, Ted Danson, Kim Kardashian, Dean Norris, Mickey Rooney, and Uma Thurman. The episodes maintain the show's established tone of outrageous humor while navigating the domestic and professional lives of the Smith family members as they encounter unusual and often chaotic circumstances in their daily lives.
Episode Guide
Season 12 Progress Shield
Blonde Ambition
Oct 20, 2014 · 22 min
When her efforts to save the planet prove hopeless, Hayley decides that she might get more attention if she becomes a blonde. Meanwhile, Stan and Steve go on a mission to find a ne
CIAPOW
Oct 27, 2014 · 22 min
When Bullock sends a drone to do the job Stan and his colleagues are supposed to do, Stan is determined to prove that humans are better than robots. Meanwhile, Francine and the res
Scents and Sensei-bility
Nov 3, 2014 · 22 min
Steve and Snot are fed up with being bullied. When they enroll in a karate class, Snot is brainwashed by the sensei, and it's Steve's mission to get him back. Meanwhile, Klaus deve
Big Stan on Campus
Nov 10, 2014 · 22 min
When the CIA is forced to make cutbacks and go on furlough, Stan volunteers to take a position as a college campus security guard. Meanwhile, Roger opens a bed and breakfast to boo
Now and Gwen
Nov 17, 2014 · 22 min
When Francine's sister Gwen comes to town, Hayley suspects she is up to no good. Meanwhile, Stan teaches Steve the art of hugging Aunt Gwen, and Klaus shadows Roger's dramatic comm
Dreaming of a White Porsche Christmas
Dec 1, 2014 · 22 min
When Stan wishes he could have Principal Lewis' carefree, single life, a la "It's a Wonderful Life," his wish comes true. In Stan's wish world, Principal Lewis has his family.
LGBSteve
Feb 23, 2015 · 22 min
Hayley is dying to be on a roller derby team, but they only will let her play if her 'sister' Steve gets to play. Meanwhile, a magical carpenter visits Stan and Francine, and Roger
Morning Mimosa
Mar 2, 2015 · 22 min
When Steve swears at Francine, she refuses to cook for him, and he becomes a successful chef, appearing on a popular morning show. Meanwhile, Stan thinks he can make people invisib
My Affair Lady
Mar 9, 2015 · 22 min
Hayley gets a job and starts to fall for a co-worker. Meanwhile, Stan chauffers Steve and Francine to a Mother-Son dance.
A Star is Reborn
Mar 16, 2015 · 22 min
While on vacation in Los Angeles, Stan joins the world of old Hollywood. Meanwhile, Roger kennel-trains Steve and Hayley.
Manhattan Magical Murder Mystery Tour
Mar 23, 2015 · 22 min
Francine is up for an award for her lonely housewife novel, so the family heads to the Big Apple for the ceremony. Meanwhile, Stan and Hayley hang out with actor Robert Wuhl, and S
The Shrink
Mar 30, 2015 · 22 min
Stan is horrified when he sees a couple die in a car crash, and he goes to see a shrink. Meanwhile, Roger and Klaus study for a wine tasting.
Holy S***, Jeff's Back!
May 18, 2015 · 22 min
Jeff returns from space ... or does he? Meanwhile, Steve watches after Snot's hamster.
American Fung
May 25, 2015 · 22 min
"American Dad" is sold to a Chinese businessman. Meanwhile, Stan has Francine committed to an insane asylum when he forgets their anniversary.
Seizures Suit Stanny
Jun 1, 2015 · 22 min
When Stan lies about his texting-and-driving accident, he takes a seizure medication and suffers from the side effects. Meanwhile, Roger helps Steve with his performance anxiety.