The 10 Best Family Guy Episodes, Ranked

Family Guy has become a cornerstone of animated comedy with its bold humour, memorable characters, and boundary-pushing storylines. Over its many seasons, the show has delivered a slew of standout episodes that blend outrageous comedy with clever storytelling. Here we look at the Top 10 episodes rated by IMBD user rating which indicates fans’ favourite episodes.

10. “Death is a Bitch”

Season 2 Episode 6

IMBD Rating - 8.2

Kicking off at number 10 is the episode “Death is a Bitch”, where Peter faces an unexpected brush with mortality after an accident at work leaves him in a precarious situation. When Peter’s fate is sealed, he meets Death himself. After a series of comedic misadventures, Peter manages to con Death into giving him a second chance at life, but this leads to further complications. Meanwhile, Stewie, who is fascinated with by the prospect of immortality, hatches a plan to secure his own endless existence. The hilarious exploration of life and death makes this episode shine as one of the series’ most engaging and thought-provoking episodes.

9. “Stewie Kills Lois”

Season 6 Episode 4

IMBD Rating - 8.3

In the shocking episode “Stewie kills Lois”, the unthinkable happens when Stewie Griffin finally puts his long-standing plan into action and kills his mother, Lois. The episode kicks off with Stewie’s elaborate scheme coming to fruition, as he meticulously orchestrates Lois; demise. Following the shocking murder, Stewie is left to grapple with the consequences of his actions, while the Griffin family and the residents of Quahog mourn Lois’ unexpected death. The episode ends with an intense cliffhanger that sets the stage for the equally thrilling follow-up episode “Lois Kills Stewie”. The mix of suspense and dark humour with a gripping storyline is what makes this a Family Guy classic.

8. “Lois Kills Stewie”

Season 6 Episode 5

IMBD Rating - 8.3

The episode which directly follows “Stewie Kills Lois” is “Lois Kills Stewie” which is coincidently and back to back on this list. In this episode, tension reaches boiling point when Lois Griffin discovers Stewie’s plan to kill her and take over the world. Lois is forced to take drastic action to stop her son’s diabolical scheme. Lois and Stewie then engage in a high-stakes battle, filled with suspense and intense moments. The episode parodies various action movie tropes, with lots of over-the-top scenes and surprising twists. This episode distinguishes itself for its dramatic tension and bold storytelling, memorably blending action and humour.

7. “The Simpsons Guy”

Season 13 Episode 1

IMBD Rating - 8.4

The hilarious crossover where Family Guy’s irreverent humour meets The Simpsons’ classic antics which lead to a fan favourite episode. A poorly thought out plan to save their home leads the Griffin family to the iconic town of Springfield where they cross paths with the Simpson family. Peter and Homer quickly hit it off, bonding over their mutual love of beer and casual mischief, while Lois and Marge attempt to manage their chaotic families. A standout moment is the showdown between Bart and Stewie where they compete to prove who is the ultimate troublemaker. The crossover of two of TV’s most loved animated families in an epic adventure almost guaranteed this to be a fan-favourite event, which it delivered.

6. “Yug Ylimaf”

Season 11 Episode 4

IMBD Rating - 8.4

Just in case you didn’t notice Yug Ylimaf is Family Guy in reverse and that’s because in this episode Brian accidentally reverses time after using Stewie’s time machine for his own personal gain. Once Brian breaks the time machine, time begins to flow backwards at an alarming rate. Everyone in Quahog begins to de-age, with the threat of Stewie disappearing entirely if they can’t fix the timeline. Brian and Stewie embark on a race against time to repair the time machine before it’s too late. The creative twist on time-travel stories makes the episode stand out as one of the series most imaginative and entertaining episodes.

5. “Meet the Quagmires”

Season 5 Episode 18

IMBD Rating - 8.4

Now into the Top 5, we have the episode “Meet the Quagmires” , with a score of 8.4. Peter gets the chance to travel back in time to relive his youth, thanks to Death granting him a wish. During his trip to the past, Peter makes a fateful decision that alters the future- he chooses to stay out late with his friends instead of going on a date with Lois. Only to discover when he returns to the present that Lois is now married to Quagmire. With the help of Brian, Peter travels back through the timeline to fix his mistake. The combination of nostalgia, sharp humour, and heartfelt moments, is what makes this such a standout episode.

4. “PTV”

Season 4 Episode 14

IMBD Rating - 8.5

Peters creates his own uncensored network “PTV” which he uses to rebel against government censorship after a wardrobe malfunction at the Emmys prompts the FCC to crack down on TV content. The FCC retaliates against Peter by imposing ridiculous censorship on all of Quaghog, regulating everyday speech and activities. This leads to an intense showdown between Peter and the FCC, culminating in a hilarious and biting commentary on the limits of censorship [ and free expression. The edgy humour in this episodes is what makes it one of the most iconic and controversial Family Guy episodes.