The BEST episodes of Family Guy season 1

Every episode of Family Guy season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Family Guy season 1!

A sick, twisted, and politically incorrect animated series following the adventures of the dysfunctional Griffin family living in Quahog. Drunk goof Peter and long-suffering Lois are parents to three kids: sadistic Stewie, unpopular Meg, and not-so bright Chris, as well as talking dog Brian - who is much more than a pet. The Griffins navigate life's commodities and their selfish desires alongside the townspeople of Quahog.

Last Updated: 4/19/2025Network: FOXStatus: Continuing
Mind Over Murder
star
7.50
1620 votes

#1 - Mind Over Murder

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/25/1999

Under house arrest, Peter transforms the basement into a bar, where Lois' singing becomes the main attraction.

Directors: Roy Allen Smith
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The Son Also Draws
star
7.50
1559 votes

#2 - The Son Also Draws

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/9/1999

A chance encounter with a prune smoothie puts in motion a series of events that ultimately allows Peter to accept Chris' artistic side.

Directors: Neil Affleck
Writer: Ricky Blitt
Watch Now:AmazonApple TV
Brian: Portrait of a Dog
star
7.40
1469 votes

#3 - Brian: Portrait of a Dog

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/16/1999

Brian's life is on the line after he refuses to be treated like a dog.

Writer: Gary Janetti
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Chitty Chitty Death Bang
star
7.40
1860 votes

#4 - Chitty Chitty Death Bang

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/18/1999

Peter tries to make the best of a bad situation after he ruins Lois's plans for Stewie's birthday party. Meg's new friend tries to recruit her into a cult.

Directors: Dominic Polcino
Watch Now:Apple TV
I Never Met the Dead Man
star
7.30
2217 votes

#5 - I Never Met the Dead Man

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/11/1999

Peter goes into shock after he disables the entire Quahog cable system while giving Meg driving lessons. Stewie plots to rid the world of broccoli.

Watch Now:Apple TV
A Hero Sits Next Door
star
7.20
1470 votes

#6 - A Hero Sits Next Door

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/2/1999

Peter becomes very jealous when his new handicap neighbor turns out to be the new star player on the toy company's softball team.

Directors: Monte Young
Watch Now:Apple TV
Death Has a Shadow
star
7.10
2489 votes

#7 - Death Has a Shadow

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/31/1999

After drinking too much at a stag party and falling asleep at work, Peter loses his job, signs up for welfare, and gets more money than expected.

Directors: Peter Shin
Watch Now:Apple TV