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10 Beste Episodes of Family Guy - Season 8

Family Guy is a popular and long-running animated series that debuted on FOX in 1999. It follows the adventures of the Griffin family, whose members include Peter, Lois, Stewie, Meg, Chris, and Brian the talking dog. While many of the episodes are beloved by fans, there are some that are considered to be the worst. In this article, we will take a look at the Family Guy episodes ranked as the least popular and discuss why they are considered to be the worst.

The worst episodes of Family Guy often feature jokes that don't land, characters behaving out of character, and storylines that don't make sense. For example, in the episode "Emission Impossible," Peter is accidentally frozen in carbonite, and the resulting plot twist is considered too outlandish even for this zany show.

In addition to episodes that feel too far-fetched, there are also those that are considered to be too offensive. For example, "Baby Not On Board" features a joke about Down Syndrome that many viewers found to be insensitive and in poor taste.

Written by Sophie and last updated on Mai 08, 2024.

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Family Guy - S8E15

#15 - Brian Griffin's House of Payne (Staffel 8 - Folge 15)

Lois encourages Brian to submit his pilot script to a network. James Woods gets involved and things don't exactly go according to Brian's original plan. Meanwhile, Stewie has a bit of a mishap.

The episode was rated 7,48 from 505 votes.

Family Guy - S8E2

#14 - Family Goy (Staffel 8 - Folge 2)

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When Lois finds a lump on her breast, she goes to the doctor to test for cancer. The tests come back benign, but the doctor looks at her family medical history and reveals some news about Lois' heritage.

The episode was rated 7,48 from 712 votes.

Family Guy - S8E13

#13 - Go, Stewie, Go! (Staffel 8 - Folge 13)

Stewie cross-dresses in order to star in the American version of Jolly Farm Revue. Meanwhile, Peter makes Lois feel bad about her age.

The episode was rated 7,48 from 535 votes.

Family Guy - S8E10

#12 - Big Man on Hippocampus (Staffel 8 - Folge 10)

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When Peter hits his head and suffers amnesia after getting in a fight with Richard Dawson on Family Feud, he forgets everything about his life, including his family and friends. In an attempt to try to bring back his memory, Lois decides to reintroduce Peter to his old self, until he begins to hit on other women, much to Lois's dismay. She decides to take the kids and leave Peter, giving Quagmire the opportunity to score with Lois. Peter now must prove to Lois he can remember her and make himself worthy of her again.

The episode was rated 7,51 from 601 votes.

Family Guy - S8E4

#11 - Brian's Got a Brand New Bag (Staffel 8 - Folge 4)

When Brian begins dating an older woman, the family begins to make fun of him. After Brian's new fling breaks her hip, he gets the pleasure of becoming her errand boy.

The episode was rated 7,53 from 648 votes.

Family Guy - S8E11

#10 - Dial Meg for Murder (Staffel 8 - Folge 11)

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Brian gets a gig writing for a teen magazine about the average American girl, but when he starts trailing Meg for research he discovers that her desperate attempts at dating have led her to a guy in the slammer. When Brian tries to expose Meg’s secret to the family, he finds out that her boyfriend, Luke, has broken out of jail and has been hiding in the Griffin’s house.

The episode was rated 7,55 from 628 votes.

Family Guy - S8E16

#9 - April in Quahog (Staffel 8 - Folge 16)

When the local news announces that the Earth will be destroyed by a black hole in 24 hours, everyone in Quahog goes nuts trying to live out their last day.

The episode was rated 7,56 from 587 votes.

Family Guy - S8E8

#8 - Dog Gone (Staffel 8 - Folge 8)

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When Brian accidentally kills another dog, he is surprised to see that no one cares, so he tries to convince everyone that the life of a dog should have the same value as a human one. Meanwhile, Lois hires a maid who doesn’t listen to Peter

The episode was rated 7,59 from 591 votes.

Family Guy - S8E14

#7 - Peter-assment (Staffel 8 - Folge 14)

After Peter has some luck selling footage of a celebrity he caught off-guard, he decides to become a full-time paparazzo. To make matters worse, his new boss, Angela, finds him irresistible and plagues him with unwanted advances. When Peter rebuffs her, he winds up getting the ax. Meanwhile, Stewie makes his theatrical debut in a school play, only to be overcome with stage fright.

The episode was rated 7,62 from 574 votes.

Family Guy - S8E6

#6 - Quagmire's Baby (Staffel 8 - Folge 6)

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Father doesn't know best when Quagmire assumes responsibility for a baby left at his doorstep. Meanwhile, Stewie creates a stupid clone of himself that he uses as a slave. When he ends up creating a clone for Brian too, they find out that the clones are unstable, at which point the clones break down.

The episode was rated 7,62 from 676 votes.

Family Guy - S8E21

#5 - Partial Terms of Endearment (Staffel 8 - Folge 21)

Lois agrees to become a surrogate mother but the couple of the child she's carrying dies and she's forced to make a decision whether or not to terminate the pregnancy. Fox refused to air this episode.

The episode was rated 7,68 from 545 votes.

Family Guy - S8E9

#4 - Business Guy (Staffel 8 - Folge 9)

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When Peter gives Lois’ dad the bachelor party he never had, Mr. Pewterschmidt goes into a coma. Even Dr. House can't help. Lois gains control of Pewterschmidt Industries which she passes to Peter. He gets power-hungry and fires the board. Mr. Pewterschmidt bounces back and tries to regain control of what he’s built.

The episode was rated 7,71 from 586 votes.

Family Guy - S8E18

#3 - Quagmire's Dad (Staffel 8 - Folge 18)

In the episode Quagmire's Dad of Family Guy, Quagmire faces a difficult situation when he's forced to accept his dad's lifestyle choices, which involve his close friend Brian. Quagmire struggles to accept his dad's choices and at one point, even goes as far as to take his dad to court. In the end, Quagmire realizes that he must accept his dad and his lifestyle choices, no matter how wild they may seem.

The episode is definitely a wild one, full of zany comedy and outrageous plot points. Quagmire's dad is portrayed as a fun and adventurous character who is a source of constant surprise for the citizens of Quahog. Even Brian gets in on the fun, as he is dragged along on some of Quagmire's dad's wild adventures. There are also plenty of pop culture references throughout the episode, making it a must-watch for fans of the show.

The episode was rated 7,80 from 527 votes.

Family Guy - S8E20

#2 - Something, Something, Something, Dark Side (Staffel 8 - Folge 20)

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Family Guy's "Something, Something, Something, Dark Side" is a parody of Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. With Peter entertaining his family at home during a power outage, the episode follows the family as they take on the roles of some classic Star Wars characters. Mort plays Lando Calrissian, Chris' boss Carl is Yoda, and the Giant Chicken takes on Boba Fett.

This episode may be appreciated more by people who are already Star Wars fans, as some of the jokes and references may be lost on people who are not. However, even for someone who is not a Star Wars fan, this episode can still be enjoyed thanks to the creative and humorous retelling of the story. Ultimately, this episode is a fun way to experience a classic story.

The episode was rated 8,00 from 578 votes.

Family Guy - S8E1

#1 - Road to the Multiverse (Staffel 8 - Folge 1)

Family Guy's episode "Road to the Multiverse" follows Stewie and Brian as they journey through alternate universes with the help of a magical remote control. In this Emmy Award-winning episode, the two visit a post-apocalyptic world and a world run by dogs where humans are pets.

This episode is highly praised by the show's creator Seth MacFarlane who claims it is "the all-around best episode" of the show. With its whimsical plot, witty humor, and creative animation, it is not hard to see why this episode was so successful. It is a great introduction to the show for newcomers, and a must-watch for any fan of Family Guy.

The episode was rated 8,07 from 937 votes.

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