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Family Guy 1999

“Don't die laughing. We could get sued.”

★ 7.4/10 · 5,015 votes TV-14 AnimationComedy 24 seasons · 456 eps Returning Series
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What is Family Guy?

Family Guy is an American animated sitcom created by Seth MacFarlane and David Zuckerman for the Fox Broadcasting Company. The series premiered on January 31, 1999, following Super Bowl XXXIII, with the remainder of the first season airing starting April 11, 1999.

Type
TV series
Year
1999
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
456
First aired
Jan 31, 1999
Last aired
May 17, 2026
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
FOX
Genres
Animation, Comedy
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Overview

Family Guy is an American animated sitcom created by Seth MacFarlane and David Zuckerman for the Fox Broadcasting Company. The series premiered on January 31, 1999, following Super Bowl XXXIII, with the remainder of the first season airing starting April 11, 1999. Set in a Rhode Island town, the show follows the dysfunctional Griffin family as they navigate various scenarios in their daily lives. The family includes the bumbling father Peter and his long-suffering wife Lois. They have three children: the brilliant but sadistic baby Stewie, who aims to kill his mother and take over the world; the unpopular Meg; and the middle child Chris, who has a passion for movies. The household also features Brian, a talking dog who balances his life issues with keeping Stewie in check. The voice cast includes Seth MacFarlane, Alex Borstein, Seth Green, and Mila Kunis. The program is characterized as a sick, twisted, and politically incorrect series that depicts the family members as they strive to cope with their everyday lives.

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Should you watch it?

“A dysfunctional family navigates life in a wacky Rhode Island town in this animated sitcom.”

Reasons to watch
  • features unique character dynamics
  • blends everyday life with crazy scenarios
Keep in mind
  • contains politically incorrect humor

Watch it if you enjoy animated comedies that offer a twisted take on suburban family life.

The series is known for its sick, twisted, and politically incorrect brand of humor.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 7 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 21 episodes
Season 3 · 22 episodes
Season 4 · 30 episodes
Season 5 · 18 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who created the series?

The series was created by Seth MacFarlane and David Zuckerman.

Where is the show set?

The series is set in a wacky town in Rhode Island.

Who are the main characters?

The show centers on the Griffin family, which includes Peter, Lois, Stewie, Meg, Chris, and Brian the dog.

When did the show premiere?

The series premiered on January 31, 1999.

What is the tone of the show?

It is described as a sick, twisted, and politically incorrect animated series.