Family Guy, Vol. 2 (Season 3) Reviews

• Why on earth was this show cancelled?

  
  By APRU373UYVK2Y on 2003-09-22
  It is an unfortunate fact that in the politically correct age we live in that edgy comedy is categorized as offensive when it is really just being silly. That is exactly what happened to "Family Guy" a series that laid siege to every one of our sacred cows (religion, sex, violence, race relations, etc.), but did so in such a matter of fact manner, I find it hard to believe that anyone could have taken issue with it. Nonetheless, the series is no more; fortunately, we have the DVD compilations featuring every episode in its uncut hilariousness.

  Season Three comprises twenty-one episodes, one of which was never aired on television. Actually, "When You Wish Upon a Weinstein" exemplifies my point about political correctness, as its silly, even complimentary view of Judaism could offend only the most supremely sensitive person. But enough with the negative, as there are some genuinely hilarious episodes on these discs. Moreover, since Fox aired them somewhat sporadically during the final season, it's likely there are one or two episodes that will be new to the viewer. For example, I had never seen "A Very Special Family Guy Freakin' Christmas" or "Road to Europe" both of which feature some of the best parody in the set. Other highlights include "A Fish Out of Water" which features a spectacularly fat Peter, "To Love and Die in Dixie" which is the best "Family Guy" tribute to a TV series with its "Dukes of Hazard" inspired storyline, and "Family Guy Viewer Mail #1" which features three shorts that abandon all pretense of a basis in reality and produce some the best sight gags ever seen during the show's run.

  That said, anyone who buys this set probably already knows how funny this show is, but what makes this collection really impressive is the quality of the extras. First off is the packaging itself which features an episode guide on the back of each case, which makes it easy to find that specific episode you're looking for. Or, if you've got more time, the ability to play every episode on the disc consecutively is a great feature. In addition, the commentary which is available on five of the episodes ranges from informative to hysterical. However, the true highlights are to be found on Disc 3, which contains animatics (pencil drawings) of several deleted scenes, complete with dialogue. These are nice not only because they contain new material, but also because they offer some insight into how the episodes evolved into their finished form. Next are two short documentaries, which offer a funny, interesting look into the series' development, the voice talent, how the characters evolved, and ultimately, why the show didn't last. Finally, there is the "Family Guy" pilot that was pitched to the network; again it's interesting to see how these relatively crudely drawn (but well voiced) characters evolved into the show that become such a cult hit.

  Ultimately, if you are a big fan of the show, you need this collection, and nothing I say here is going to make you more likely to buy it. However, if you're sitting on the fence, I can't emphasize enough what a great show "Family Guy" is. It is literally funnier than anything on TV today, and over time, I expect it will be even more broadly appreciated for its comic genius. If you want to laugh until it hurts, and aren't offended by humor on the edge, this is definitely a show for you. Finally, I would just like to point out that Seth MacFarlane alludes to a line written for Stewie in an episode that never aired, so let's all hope that there may be yet more to come!

  Enjoy!

  Jake Mohlman
  
  

• "How ruthlessly absurd"---Stewie

  
  By AD39QGHGWAOPQ on 2005-02-18
  I have all the Simpsons series DVD releases as well as King of the Hill, South Park and, heck, even God, the Devil and Bob. The DVDs I play the most, though, are Family Guy. Every time I watch them, I appreciate something new. There are absolute absurd moments like when Peter is in the soundproof box so he can ignore Brian in "Screwed the Pooch" or when a hurricane blows away Asian reporter Trisha Takwanawa in "One if by Clam, Two if By Sea," hilarious lines like Peter proudly announcing that he's invited to a "polio" match with Lois' father, or sailors singing in Stewie's fantasy that he's "a worldclass poof" in "The Thin White Line," and cool references like Richard Simmons' `Sweatin' to Books on Tape' or Peter painting his car like the General Lee in "To Live & Die in Dixie" and then forgetting to roll the window down when Brian attempts to jump in like Luke Duke. There is just too much good stuff to mention. That is why these episodes do not get old. Contrary to what a previous review wrote, you CANNOT watch these episodes once. Now here's what you get:
  
  Disc 1:
  The Thin White Line: A listless Brian gets a job as a police dog due to his uncanny ability to sniff out drugs. Actually, he becomes too good at his job and ends up at a rehab clinic where Peter decides to join him: "I'm on vacation. Oh, and if they ask, I'm also on smack."
  Brian Does Hollywood: The second part of Thin White Line. Brian goes to LA to find his calling and ends up directing porn. His flamboyant cousin Jasper is hilarious.
  Mr. Griffin Goes to Washington: Peter's employer is taken over by a cigarette conglomerate and they make him president of the company. Includes an "appearance" by Martha Stewart.
  One if by Clam, Two if By Sea: The Brits get it in this episode when they turn the Drunken Clam into a British pub. Great Peter line: "We kicked your ass in WWII & we can do it again."
  And the Wiener Is: Peter brags about being better than his son at everything, until he sees Chris' extra large manhood.
  Death Lives: Peter has Lois go on a scavenger hunt for their wedding anniversary so he can go golfing (great idea!). Features a return of "Death."
  Lethal Weapons: Lois fears her karate is bringing violence into her home which is a different take from the usual husband is jealous when his wife kicks someone's butt for him storyline.
  The Kiss Seen Around the World: Meg becomes an intern at the news station alongside nerdy Neil Goldman. The "phony"guy was way over used in this one.
  
  Disc 2:
  Mr. Saturday Knight: With Mr. Weed dead and the toy factory destroyed per his will, Peter pursues his dream of being a jouster at the Renaissance fair. Includes a reference to the Electric Company and Peter as a prostitute is hilarious.
  A Fish Out of Water: Peter becomes a fisherman and must kill a legendary man-eating fish to pay off a loan.
  Emission Impossible: One of my favorites. Lois & Peter want to have another baby and Stewie sets out to spoil their plans.
  To Live & Die in Dixie: Chris identifies a convenience store robber and the family is put in the witness protection program in the Deep South where Chris finds a girlfriend and Stewie discovers a hankering for bluegrass.
  Screwed the Pooch: Hilarious episode! Brian impregnates Lois' father's prized race dog and Peter must choose between his best friend and the newly established tolerance his father-in-law shows towards him.
  Peter Griffin: Husband, Father...Brother?: Another favorite. Peter discovers a black ancestor who was enslaved by Lois' family and tries to get in touch with his black roots.
  Ready, Willing, and Disabled: Joe loses a robber and contemplates leaving the police force until Peter convinces him to enter the Special Person's Games and, like with South Park's take, steroids enter the picture. Great reference to `Touched By an Angel' ("Now where did the angel touch you.").
  A Very Special Family Guy Freakin' Christmas: After several unfortunate events, Lois goes off the deep end. Hey, let's see an entire KISS Saves Santa!
  
  Disc 3:
  Brian Wallows and Peter Swallows: As part of his community service, Brian takes care of a mean old hag who ends up having a lot in common with him. This episode is almost touching.
  From Method to Madness: The Griffins meet up with a nudist family.
  Stuck Together, Torn Apart: Peter's jealousy almost ends his marriage while Stewie and Brian are glued together.
  Road to Europe: Stewie is mesmerized by a public television children's show and sets off to England to join it. Meanwhile, Lois and Peter go to Kisstock and Peter is appalled (as would any KISS fan) that Lois does know the words to "Rock and Roll All Nite."
  Family Guy Viewer Mail #1: Here's hoping there will be a #2. Three tales about Peter becoming a gelatinous blob (its hard to tell the difference...just kidding), the Griffins having superhuman abilities and a "Little Rascals" take-off.
  When You Wish Upon a Weinstein: Controversial, never-aired episode where Peter hopes to make his son Jewish so he will be successful.
  
  

• Delightfully evil.

  
  By A3JAJMIYRABIF0 on 2003-11-03
  It's just.. wow. Sometimes I'm amazed this show was aired, but I#m even more saddened that it was canceled. This show has an edge. It's politically incorrect humor at its best. With almost every episode, I would think "Oh my Goddess, he did NOT just say that!", and I would rewind it, and I would laugh.. This show picks on everyone... However, it does it with such an innocent smile and genuinely funny joke that it forces you to actually step back and laugh at yourself.

  The show also has a way of saying things that will make your jaw drop, and then the conversation continues and what they said was totally innocent, relying on your own sick and dirty mind for the humor.

  My only major complaint about this, which also holds true of the first boxed set, is the quality of the mpeg encoding. One would think that since the image is animated, with thick black lines and almost-no to no shading, they could have used a better encoding rate and the file size would still be small. As it is, if there is too much movement on the screen, and sometimes I don't know what triggers it, the image will "stutter".

  If you are easily offended, just stay away from this show. If you can laugh at yourself (no matter what group you're in, they'll find a way to make fun of you), you'll like this show.

  Stewie and Brian are my heros.
  
  

• should be nicknamed HBO 'cause it's "Simply the Best"

  
  By AYBBGS1NYXG8B on 2004-02-28
  While cutting-edge comedy shows like "All in the Family," "Sanford and Son," heck even "Soap" -- couldn't make it to tv today because of their lack of political correctness, Fox quietly put on a show called "Family Guy", which is perhaps the funnies animated series in the history of television. With sarcastic wit, quick writing full of innuendo and dead-on pop culture references (or jabs), this show about the Griffin family -- dimwitted Peter, forgiving Lois, and their children: butch Meg, chunky Chris, and James-Bond-villain-in-diapers Stewie -- made millions of happy viewers fall off their sofas with laughter every week. But Fox caved a bit to the pressure of conservatives, who found the show distasteful, and began juggling the show or skipping weeks without showing an episode, until even the most die-hard fan couldn't find it in their TV Guide. Thankfully, this "Simpsons"-style-as-it-used-to-be-funny show has found its niche on Cartoon Network -- and every episode (including the never-aired, hilarious -- and Emmy-worthy -- "When You Wish Upon a Weinstein") is now available on DVD. Like the aformentioned "Simpsons" in its early days, "Family Guy" was never truly offensive because it offended everyone: Jews, Mormans, Catholics, Protestants, gays and lesbians, Blacks, Whites, Native Americans, Hispanics, Asians, politicians, the rich, rednecks, the disabled, Margot Kidder, Martha Stewart, Jerry Seinfeld, William Shatner, The Pope, Britney Spears, 'N' Sync, the porn industry, the tobacco business, Kool-Aid, Raisin Bran, Mentos, "That Girl", "The Dick Van Dyke Show", "One Day at a Time", "60 Minutes" -- for real, NOTHING and NO ONE was out of bounds for this show. Which is why it was so brilliant, so funny -- and so tragic a loss when Fox wussed out and finally took it off the air.

  But thanks to DVD, all the episodes are available, thank God. Easily one of the best-written, best-acted, and funniest shows the idiot box ever played in my home. And, thanks to DVD, forever will.
  
  

• OK, I'm Jumping the Gun...

  
  By A1HFM384I3KN2X on 2003-04-08
  ...But so what? I've seen every single show show that aired (yes, FOX, many people persevered and hunted the show down through every single ... time slot change!) and I can honestly say that no show ever made me laugh this much. Watching this show while eating is a genuine threat to one's health as the risk of choking is great. Granted, I don't know if this DVD will have any unseen shows (fingers crossed...) but even if it doesn't this is fine way to remember this unjustly derided and crassly funny program.
  
  
• The funniest show not on television...
  By on 2003-08-22
  Well, ok, Family Guy still airs on Cartoon Network's "Adult Swim" from Monday - Thursday at 11:00 p.m (E.T.), though the powers that be at FOX had the show cancelled. Personally, I think they shot themselves in the foot. Anyway, now you can own all three outrageously funny seasons on DVD and never worry about missing it again. I own the first and second season and still have not grown tired of watching it. I've seen every episode (except the unaired one featured on the season 3 collection), and though I loved the first two seasons, the third is, in my opinion, the hands-down best season. Along with all the episodes, you have the option of selecting the commentary option which allows you to watch the episode and hear what the creator of the series, Seth Macfarlane as well as a few guests have to say about the episode.

  Before I finish, I have to adress one issue that irked me a little :I read another review that stated that Family Guy as well as Married With Children was just a "knock-off" of the Simpsons. First of all, you have it in the wrong order. Married With Children first aired in 1986, The Simpsons in 1989, so wouldn't that make The Simpsons a knock off of M.W.C? But that's besides the point I'm trying to make. Don't get me wrong I love The Simpsons, though it seems the writers for the show now seem to be pulling for original material as well as lacking the brilliant ideas the had a few years ago. But just because a television show is based around a family does not necessarily mean it is a Simpsons knock off. Family Guy offers a wide variety of plot twists and several different forms of humor, not just in the entire series, but in each episode. For example: Family Guy incorporates a wide array of different forms of humor which can please any audience and does not limit itself to slap-stick only. Brian the dog, who was used as the main basis for comparison to M.W.C in that poorly informed review provides for a portion of the dry, synical wit used in the show as well a important story lines. What did Buck the dog ever do?

  In my opinion, Family Guy is (or was) one of the most original shows on television. I mean, what other show can you think of that offers an ambitious, homocidal, well-spoken, extreamly intelligent baby who's goals in life are to destroy his mother and conquer to world? This show has some of the most well developed characters and story lines of almost any other show I've seen, animated or otherwise. Simpsons imitation indeed... Believe me when I say that buying all three seasons on DVD and watching every extraordinary episode will be time and money well spent.
  
  

• Best...show...ev-*gurgles on his own drool from sheer joy*
  By AYLTIP8I9MV7J on 2003-06-05
  Only four and a half stars? ONLY FOUR AND A HALF STARS?!? It's at LEAST....and by least....that would mean...if it were......I'm rambling again. The main point is that we are getting (and more than) what we pay for, so we should be happy. And if you're not in the Family Guy know, Seth is thinking about making a Family Guy movie if good sales continue, and Fox recently got word of the good sales as well, and is possibly rethinking the whole "cancellation" thing (which means the show might start up again making new episodes) so long story short, buy this stuff! And not just cuz i said so, but because you love and enjoy Family Guy....
  
  
• Family Guy Season 3 & 4
  By on 2003-04-11
  This show is a riot. If you like the Simpsons and Futurama you are going to love Family Guy.

  For those people who love the current style of the Simpsons, with it's multilayered and complex plots (where something as simple as buying a donut can lead to Homer being made part of the space program) the scripting on Family Guy will not disappoint. The route from point A to point B is frequently circuitous with enough sub plots and asides to engage the mind as well as the funny bone.

  For DVD freaks there are not really any extra features to get excited about on the DVD. There are standard controls for episode access and each episode is broken down into four "chapters" to help you search for favourite moments. Beyond that, the only advantage DVD format has over VHS for this collection is the ability to pick any episode you like and watch it without having to fiddle with fast-forward and rewind controls on your video.
  
  

• This one will be the best
  By A1D9BF58QKK04 on 2003-04-21
  Family Guy is definitely the funniest animated show in a long time. The volume one DVD was great with the first two seasons, but if you thought that was good, you will love the next set. I have seen every Family Guy episode, and season 3 by far has the funniest episode with the most creative jokes and situations. If you are a fan of the show, don't think twice about getting this DVD, there isn't one bad episode in the set. Enjoy.
  
  
• This Family Rules!
  By A2NXAV1SNXWA9H on 2003-09-11
  This is a great DVD set collecting the final season of the best animated comedy show to hit the airways since the SIMPSONS. Each episode is jam-packed with more pop-cultural references than a VH1 special. From the DUKES OF HAZZARD to Adam West, the Incredible Hulk to Optimus Prime (yep, he's in here!), series creator Seth MacFarlane manages to masterfully walk that fine line between parody and homage.
  
  The picture quality on the episodes are crystal clear and the sound is sharp. The extras are pretty good this time around(especially compared to the first DVD set). The most talked about addition to this set is definitely the inclusion of the previously unaired episode. I personally didn't find anything offensive about it but I'm sure somebody somewhere can. The deleted scenes are funny to watch considering the animation is unfinished. The best bonus feature is the short pilot pitch that was only shown to FOX executives to sell the series. After seeing this, I have to commend FOX on taking a chance with this SIMPSONS knock-off (there I said it, but who cares? Does anyone care that the FLINTSTONES are a HONEYMOONERS rip-off?!)
  
  So, with all this praise, you might be wondering why I didn't give this 5 stars. The answer is simple...the horrible commentaries! I'm a huge fan of commentaries because they allow the viewer to feel like they're sitting in a room conversing with the very people that are responsible for your entertainment. But the few commentaries on this set are played entirely for laughs, as cell phones can be heard ringing, people walking in on the recording sessions, pointless anecdotes that have nothing to do with the episode, and then annoying long moments of silence where it seems like everyone just wants to go home. Occasionally, somebody might start to say something relevant to the show, but is quickly interrupted by more horse-play. It's great that the crew get along so well, but who wants to listen to people goofing off for a half-hour? These guys should definetly check out the SIMPSONS sets for commentaries with a good mixture of levity and information. But this is only a minor quibble about an otherwise wonderful box set that's easily one of the best additions to anybody's DVD library.
  
  
• "STOP MOCKING ME!!!"
  By A2ZLROGIL2V7GV on 2003-10-27
  Hold on to your seat, kids! That whacky family is back in full form. The show that was too outrageous, too rude, too vulgar and too obscene for Fox to handle has a brand-spanking new volume set on DVD. "Family Guy: Volume Two" is out and about, ready to pollute your TV set at your command.

  This Volume includes all 21 episodes (including one extra episode that was never aired!) from the third season. This is one hilarious show that is shameless and unapologetic. The satire is sharp and the humor is absolutely brilliant. This is no TV show for kiddies, of course. I actually find this more offensive than South Park, as the adult humor is a lot more hidden and subtle (I also think it's a lot funnier! Sorry, South Park). This is some of the funniest television I have seen since The Simpsons and Married with Children.

  Here's the breakdown of which episodes appear on which disks:

  Disk 1: "The Thin White Line," "Brian Goes to Hollywood," "Mr. Griffen Goes to Washington," "One if by Clam, Two if by Sea," "And the Wiener is," "Death Lives," "Lethal Weapons" and "The Kiss Seen Round the World."

  Disk 2: "Mr. Saturday Knight," "A Fish Out of Water," "Emission Impossible," "To Love and Die in Dixie," "S------ the Pooch," "Peter Griffen: Husband, Father... Brother?" "Ready, Willing and Disabled" and "A Very Special Family Guy Freakin' Christmas."

  Disk 3: "Brian Wallows and Peter Swallows," "From Method to Madness," "Stuck Together, Torn Apart," "Road to Europe," "Family Guy Viewer Mail #1" and the unaired "When You Wish Upon a Weinstein."

  Special features included are commentaries on selected episodes, deleted scenes, featurettes and the original series pitch. The picture quality is pretty good for a cartoon show. Overall, I'm pretty pleased with this package.

  "Family Guy: Volume Two" is a must-have for any Family Guy fan. It's great television that will make you feel guilty for laughing! While the show is outrageous and off-the-wall, there proves to be a method to the crazy madness that you will experience. Make sure you don't pass up this great opportunity for a second!

  Is there hope for humanity?? Well, with a show like this around... no way in heck! But hey, might as well have fun and enjoy it while we're still here...
  
  

• The best animated TV series since The Simpsons...
  By AY69ZK7G6CNYJ on 2005-04-20
  Having first aired after the 1999 Super Bowl, Family Guy really hit its stride via cable re-runs and DVD sales (prompting Fox to announce the launch of Season 4 in May 2005, following the show's original cancellation following Season 3). An animated series building a similar cult following to The Simpsons and Futurama, Family Guy employs its own unique brand of humor distinct to its other animated peers...
  
  Family Guy follows the life and exploits of Peter Griffin, an idiotic family man flanked by his intelligent and loving wife, Lois. The couple have two children - Chris (an overweight, mentally challenged teenage boy), Meg (a neurotic teenage girl with low self-esteem), and Stewie (a super-intelligent infant who believes his mother is his enemy). Together, the Griffins live with their human-like dog, Brian, in suburban Quahog, Rhode Island...
  
  The Family Guy (Season 3) DVD features a number of hilarious episodes including the season premiere "The Thin White Line" in which Brian takes his therapist's advice and decides not to be so self-centered and to help others. Brian's new attitude leads to his employment as a drug-sniffing K-9 for the Quahog police force. But while on the job, Brian becomes addicted to cocaine, and while in rehab, he discovers that the Griffin family (and Peter in particular) are a bad influence on his life... Other notable episodes from Season 3 include "And the Wiener is..." in which Peter joins a gun club, and "Mr. Saturday Knight" in which Peter decides to follow his lifelong dream of becoming a knight with the traveling Renaissance Fair...
  
  Below is a list of episodes included on the Family Guy (Season 3) DVD:
  
  Episode 29 (The Thin White Line)
  Episode 30 (Brian Does Hollywood)
  Episode 31 (Mr. Griffin Goes to Washington)
  Episode 32 (One If By Clam, Two If By Sea)
  Episode 33 (And the Wiener is...)
  Episode 34 (Death Lives)
  Episode 35 (Lethal Weapons)
  Episode 36 (The Kiss Seen Around the World)
  Episode 37 (Mr. Saturday Knight)
  Episode 38 (A Fish Out of Water)
  Episode 39 (Emission Impossible)
  Episode 40 (To Love and Die in Dixie)
  Episode 41 (Screwed the Pooch)
  Episode 42 (Peter Griffin: Husband, Father... Brother?)
  Episode 43 (Ready, Willing, and Disabled)
  Episode 44 (A Very Special Family Guy Freakin' Christmas)
  Episode 45 (Brian Wallows and Peter's Swallows)
  Episode 46 (From Method to Madness)
  Episode 47 (Stuck Together, Torn Apart)
  Episode 48 (Road to Europe)
  Episode 49 (Family Guy Viewer Mail #1)
  Episode 50 (When You Wish Upon a Weinstein)
  
  The DVD Report
  
  
• i owe family guy my life
  By A10PIOWKLQY32I on 2003-07-20
  Family guy is a show that is so hilarious that i feel that i owe my life to it. I have obtained an endless amount of laughter from it and all i can offer is my slavery of myself.
  a tad on the racist and crude side but HILARIOUS if u have a heart enough to see past that
  
  
• I just hope we wont have ignorant Simpsons fans again!!!
  By on 2003-07-30
  If you're a Simpsons fan, and want to write a review like "Famely Guy copied/cloned Simpsons" Read this :

  It did not! As I have explained in Vol 1, If you think that Famely Guy copied the Simpsons, well then, admit Simpsons copied Married with Childrens !!! (or at least tried since they where un-successful in the adult theme). Simpsons never had cutting edge theme like Married with Childrens and Famely Guy has.(Who remember Bud Bundy as Grand Master B) lol

  The Simpson where always tone down, and that why kids like it and they got so popular, and it's was aimed at kids with Bart at first, but they soon realized their mistake, and pulled Homer as main character after a few years, then they became even more popular, pleasing to kids and adults. Famely Guy is aimed at adult right off the bat like Married with Childrens was, with mature theme, witch sadly cause downfall since Adult don�t have all that much time with T.V. Some of us are busy working, and it takes years to realize there is a good show on T.V.
  
  So if someone copied someone else, it's Famely Guy who copied Maried with Childrens, and even that, I wont believe it! They just keep pushing the envelope further, like any good show is supposed to do.

  Victory is ours !!!
  
  

• Best cartoon show ever!!!!
  By A3A4VZJSJYN94 on 2003-10-13
  1. What are the two episodes per disk people talking about?
  There's 5 to 7 on all of them.

  2. Simpson's folks - there is no comparison.
  The two shows are too different.
  This is not a copy; its more creative and hard edged.
  The Simpson's is more polished; but Family Guy is
  funnier. (Sorry, its the truth.)

  3. For a 2 1/2 season show; I'll let DVD sales
  and Cartoon Network ratings speak for me.
  It has been reported in TV Guide that Adult Swim
  is beating the ratings of Letterman, Leno and Kilborn
  (each) in 18 to 34 males. (Amazing)

  4. I watch a lot of TV but I never knew Family Guy existed
  until it was already cancelled and they were showing
  the last episodes on Thursday. (2 hour blocks)
  If I didn't know about it; I doubt most others did.
  So its ratings were actually amazing.

  5. DAMN FOX TO HELL!!!
  
  

• Sucks, basically.
  By A1DQD7WMD4KARO on 2004-02-03
  You can try all you want to pretend the Family Guy is'nt a sad, low-brow ripoff of the Simpson's but you'd be living in denial. It speaks volumes about a show when, by far, the most interesting character is the familiy dog. You might laugh here and there in between the celebrity cheap-shots and painfully typical movie parodies but I would'nt hold my breath. It's no mystery why this show was cancelled nor is it a shame. Bottom line: the Family Guy is to the Simpson's, as Schlitz is to Dom Perignon.
  
  
• Episode Guide
  By A16ORDDG8QVZVY on 2005-11-19
  Disc 1:
  The Thin White Line: Brian becomes addicted to cocaine after joining the police force.
  
  Brian Does Hollywood: Continuation of the previous episode.
  Brian goes to Hollywood to become a writer, only to be given a job as a director... of adult films.
  
  Mr. Griffin Goes to Washington: The Happy-Go-Lucky Toy Company is bought out by a cigarette company that makes Peter the President and sends him to Washington as a tobacco lobbyist. Marth Stewart lets one rip in this one. Quite humorous.
  
  One if by Clam, Two if By Sea: The Drunken Clam is bought out by a British man and Peter and the guys are arrested for arsen.
  
  And the Wiener Is: Peter's manhood is questioned when he finds out Chris has a larger member than he does.
  
  Death Lives: Peter goes golfing on his anniversary and is visited by Death after being struck by lightning. Guest star Peter Frampton.
  
  Lethal Weapons: Lois feels like Peter doesn't respect her, and begins to take karate lessons, where she becomes quite adept at kicking the crap out of people.
  
  The Kiss Seen Around the World: Meg and Neil Goldman become TV news interns for Tom Tucker and Diane Simmons. The two share their first kiss, and we find out Peter is a great big phony.
  
  Disc 2:
  Mr. Saturday Knight: Mr. Weed dies after choking on a dinner roll at the Griffin house and Peter realizes his dream of becoming a jouster. Mort Goldman appears in one of his greates performances and Will Ferrell and his yellow Hyundai guest star.
  
  A Fish Out of Water: Peter becomes a fisherman and goes on a quest to find a legendary fish in order to collect the reward.
  
  Emission Impossible: One of my top 10. Peter and Lois decide to have another baby, leaving Stewie to attempt to stop them from conceiving.
  
  To Live & Die in Dixie: Probably my favorite episode of all time. Chris witnesses a crime, and after the criminal escapes prison, the family is relocated to the deep south by the FBI. Chris kisses... someone, Meg becomes popular with the hicks at school, and Stewie becomes a banjo player. I GOT BLISTERS ON ME FINGERS!!
  
  Screwed the Pooch: Brian is having trouble controlling his inner urges and during a family trip to Lois' parents' house, he ends up impregnating Carter's prize greyhound.
  
  Peter Griffin: Husband, Father...Brother?: Peter not only finds out he has a black ancestor, but that the ancestor was a slave owned by Lois' family! Hilarity ensues.
  
  Ready, Willing, and Disabled: A perp escapes Joe, leaving him depressed. Peter gets him to join the special people's olympics, but gives him steroids to help him compete.
  
  A Very Special Family Guy Freakin' Christmas: Some unlucky events happen to the Griffins, driving Lois completely insane. KISS Saves Santa should really be a Christmas special.
  
  Disc 3:
  Brian Wallows and Peter Swallows: A depressed Brian is arrested for drunk driving and sentenced to community service. He takes care of an old woman who was a singer in the 50's. Peter on the other hand grows a beard which becomes a bird's nest for some baby swallows. Heh heh heh... swallows.
  
  From Method to Madness: Another one of my top 10. The Griffins befriend a nudist family and Stewie gets the acting bug. This episode contains the best one-liner in the entire series.
  
  Stuck Together, Torn Apart: Peter and Lois have issues with jealosy and are advised to date other people. Lois ends up on a date with Quagmire while Peter ends up with Jennifer Love Hewitt. Meanwhile, Brian and Stewie's hands are glued together.
  
  Road to Europe: Another top 10. Stewie becomes obsessed with the TV show, Jolly Farm Revue, and runs away to Europe to join the cast. Brian follows him and the two end up all over Europe. Meanwhile, Lois and Peter go to KISStock where Peter finds Lois is not the KISS fan he thought she was.
  
  Family Guy Viewer Mail #1: Three stories of epic proportion. Not really, but still funny. Peter becomes a blob with no bones in one part, the Griffins get superpowers in the second, and the third is a parody of the Little Rascals. Quite funny.
  
  When You Wish Upon a Weinstein: The only unaired episode. Peter wants to find a Jewish person to handle his money, and wants Chris to convert in order to become successful. So many Jewish jokes.... soooooooo many Jewish jokes.
  
  
• He's a FAMILY GUY!!!!!1
  By A199545U14YERT on 2005-01-10
  Maybe some of you know me from reviewin the first part of "Family Guy. Vol.1". Amazon.com did not allowed me to do the second part and I am sorry I promised you the last part of it.
  Enjoy this review of all 21 episodes on this Volume:
  
  "Family Guy, Vol.2 (season 3)"
  
  1.- "The Thin White Line".- Great episode: 10/10.
  
  2.- "Brian Does Hollywood".- The second part of the first episode on season 3: 10/10.
  
  3.- "Mr. Griffin Goes to Washington".- Fun episode and a great one, as usual: 9/10.
  
  4.- "One if by Clam, Two if by Sea".- Hilarious (it wasn't something unexpected): 10/10.
  
  5.- "And the Weiner Is".- Funny and great: 9/10.
  
  6.- "Death Lives".- Another episode with "Death": 10/10.
  
  7.- "Lethal Weapons".- A great one and full of action: 10/10.
  
  8.- "The Kiss Seen 'round the World".- Funny and charming: 10/10
  
  9.- "Mr. Saturday Knight".- A great one and funny: 10/10.
  
  10.- "A Fish Out of Water".- Hilarious: 10/10.
  
  11.- "Emission Impossible".- Terrific and funny: 10/10.
  
  12.- "To Live and Die in Dixie".- Funny and loving: 10/10.
  
  13.- "Screwed the Pooch".- Greatfully funny: 10/10.
  
  14.- "Peter Griffin: Husband, Father...Brother?".- Funny.- 10/10
  
  15.- "Ready, Willing and Disabled".- The first episode I saw.- 10/10.
  
  16.- "A Very Special Family Guy Freakin' Christmas".- One of my favorite.- 10/10.
  
  17.- "Brian Wallows and Peter Swallows".- Funny and tender.- 10/10.
  
  18.- "From Method to Madness".- Fun and a unexpected.- 9/10.
  
  19.- "Stuck Together, Torn Apart".- One of the best.- 10/10.
  
  20.- "Road to Europe".- Hilarious, with an unexpected KISS band special voice appeareance.- 10/10.
  
  21.- "Family Guy Viewer Mail #1".- Three fantastic mini-episode that are very funny.- 10/10.
  
  
  Never- Before - Aired Bonus Episode!
  
  1.- "When you Wish Upon a Weinstien".- Funny, clever and unaired. It's really a good idea.- 9/10.
  
  
  There you go. 22 reasons why to get this DVD of "Family Guy".
  Always remember the following......
  
  
  FAMILY GUY RULES!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  
  
• WILL BE A GREAT BUY
  By A29J11UBQ1YMSW on 2003-04-21
  After watching Family Guy in its previous television state and purchasing the vol. 1 DVD set, I can tell you that Family Guy is one of the funniest shows ever made. Family Guy is like a combination of The Simpsons, South Park, and Futurama. The Characters are well developed, and they are very funny. Also, the show has great paradies of other T.V. shows and movies like Star Trek and NYPD Blue. If you do not believe my review, than look at the countless other viewers that gave Famliy Guy 5 stars. The humor and twisted story lines in Family Guy will make Vol. 2 a great buy. Pre Order this now. I know I will.
  
  
• mac_maven is a moron
  By A318Z03N41FX48 on 2003-10-22
  I really feel bad for people like mac_maven, because they're obviously too stupid to get the sophisticated humor of a show like this. The beauty of Family Guy is that it has something to appeal to everyone--there are the basic fart jokes, yes, but there are also incredibly intelligent jokes that fly over the head of much of the populace, leaving these idiots to assume that because they don't get the intelligent references on this show, it must only be a low-brow show with no redeeming social value. Family Guy is probably the smartest show I've ever seen on television--not only does it continually make some of the most intelligent jokes I've ever heard in this medium, but it doesn't get hung up on who will get them. It's a show that doesn't care whether or not you know it's smarter than you. mac_maven, it is definitely smarter than you.
  
  
• Seth Mcfarlane should do a Pixar movie!
  By on 2003-11-03
  Seth who provides most of the voices for the show should be utilized more for his vocals talents. Pixar, who's great at using vocal talents should give him a look. By the way, these DVD are brilliant. Fox really screwed up.
  
  
• BEST SHOW EVER!! SIMPSONS SUCKS!!!
  By A3MTUQI4M6T7S4 on 2003-12-12
  I swear, after watching a few Family Guy episodes, try watching the Simpsons, Futurama, King of the Hill. You will be bored to tears!!

  THIS IS THE BEST SHOW EVER!!! IT BETTER COME BACK TO TELEVISION!! WE NEED A REAL SHOW, WITH REAL TALENTED PEOPLE BEHIND IT!!!

  SIMPSONS SUCKS!!

  IF YOU DONT GO BUY THIS DVD SET, YOU ARE A MORON!!

  Thank you, Drive Thru Please
  
  

• A Simpsons rip-off? Probably. Better than the Simpsons? Yes
  By A32SCX95OP25MG on 2004-10-02
  It was not too long ago when someone would ask me what my favorite television show was, it would always be a tie between the pure stupidity of Beavis and Butthead or the somewhat intelligent(but still stupid) humor of the Simpsons. However, as much as I like both of those shows, neither of them seemed to completely satisfy. Well thank god for the Family Guy.
  
  Looking back, the show does bare a very strong resemblance to the Simpsons- a stupid, obese father, a somewhat normal mother(with a dark side), a son, a daughter, and a baby- and all of them dysfunctional. But the show is much funnier than the simpsons because of its stupidity (which bares a resemblance to Beavis and Butthead). For example:
  
  PETER: Okay, no swimming without a lifeguard on
  duty. Heheheh. "Duty".
  
  But for the most part, the show is much more like the Simpsons than B&B.
  
  Volume 2 of the Family Guy covers the third season, and during this time, the characters developed significantly. While Peter(the dad), Brian(the dog), and Chris(the oldest son) remain somewhat static, the real changes are with Lois(the mom), Meg(the daughter), and Stewie(the baby.) Lois shows a certain dark side (on the episodes "Lethal Weapons" and "A Very Special Freakin' Family Guy Christmas"), Meg becomes much more involved in the show ("The Kiss Seen Round the World", "And the Weiner Is...") and Stewie becomes much more than just an evil genious, also showing homosexual tendencies.
  
  Every episode on here is a standout, but I'd have to say the best one is the unaired "When You Wish Upon a Weinstein", in which Peter tries to make Chris Jewish.
  
  So save up your money and buy Family Guy Volume 2, as well as Vol. 1. Especially if you like shows like The Simpsons, B&B, or South Park. You wont be dissapointed.
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Shame on you, Fox
  By AJM0517K7DQKX on 2003-04-13
  Yes, Fox shut it down, but just maybe it'll come back. Right, guys? Right? Oh, damn. Yes, even though it'll be another five months before this volume comes out, I have seen every episode from Season 3 and I think every one is worth owning/watching. Very witty, very catchy and just plain hilarious. Thank you Seth for creating a wonderful cartoon and to the rest of the cast and crew for helping make it extraordinary.
  
  
• Technicalities
  By A2355UPX8HSBGU on 2003-05-08
  Some people describe this set as being seasons 3 and 4, others say it's just season 3. Between season 2 and 3, there was an 11 month gap (season 2 finale aired Aug. 1, 2000 and season 3 premiered July 11, 2001).

  Then, after airing only the first 10 episodes from season 3, Fox suspended the show for nearly 2 months (Sept. 19, 2001 - Nov. 8, 2001). Plus, before they started airing episodes again in November, they were airing promos touting the upcoming "new season." It's confusing, I know, but I consider the show having spanned 4 seasons instead of just 3.

  If you love tasteless and offensive humor, get the first DVD set and buy the second one when it's available.
  
  

• The Funniest Adult Animated Series Ever ... Sorry Simpsons!
  By A3OG6H25D37BL9 on 2003-05-17
  Family Guy was a revolutionary series created by the genious Seth MacFarlane. The writers of this show should be commended for the time and effort they put in to the scripts. This was not an easy show to write due to the restrictions of the time slot it was in and the adult-like comedic views it portrayed. This was bar none the best animated series I've ever seen, every episode was histerically funny. If you like the Simpsons even a little bit, this is 3x more funny.

  Bring back the Family Guy!
  "Victory is Mine!"
  
  

• This is the best show,nothing beats it
  By A3PA3VGNW25R3N on 2003-07-12
  This it the best show ever made, infact they should make a day where everybody gets off work and school and they play it all day non stop, Season 1&2 were great and there is no doubt that season 3 will be too. By this or I will come to your house and beat you up.
  
  
• WORST SHOW EVER
  By on 2003-09-22
  Family Guy is a retarded show, plain and simple. There's a reason it's cancelled. It tries so hard to be funny, and succeeds *maybe* 10% of the time. The rest is just unfunny and forced. It's low-rent humor aimed at people that think they're smart but really have no idea what "funny" is. A Simpsons ripoff that is slightly funnier than cancer mixed with AIDS, and nothing else. If you wish to be part of the mental lowest-common-denominator, waste your money on this garbage. Better yet, send your money to me.
  
  
• Overrated
  By A1LLBAVOTEETFF on 2003-09-27
  Brian is the only character that doesn't make me want to rip all of my hair out. Stewie used to be my favorite character, but he's not as evil anymore. I nearly died when I saw him try to comfort Peter at that sporting event. Disgusting.

  This show does better without recurring themes, like when Peter's boss dies and he's a fisherman. AWFUL. We have to put up with that idiocy for the rest of the season.

  Family Guy was absolutely hilarious the first 2 seasons, but it ran out of steam very quickly. But, how long can you outright copy other shows (King of the Hill, The Simpsons, South Park, Futurama, etc.) and still be funny?
  
  

• The Show Was Cancelled. . .
  By AKQ3ELHGTQR7K on 2003-10-19
  . . .because it was a poor excuse for comedy. Unlike others, I felt there was very little redeeming value to Family Guy. I can sit through an entire episode and not have the urge to laugh -- not even once. And that speaks very poorly for the quality of said show. The writers seemingly tried too hard to be irreverent, and the product they produced could easily be equated with what the family dog, Brian, left on the rug. Often the writers would resort to jokes about rabbis which not only bordered on antisemitic but were so unfunny one would have to wonder whether they were purposely trying to write crap. If you're looking for a crude, irreverent, yet funny animated comedy turn to South Park. Or, better yet, skip directly to the most creative, well written and produced animated comedies since The Simpsons, Futurama and King of the Hill. Remember, you can easily tune to Cartoon Network's Adult Swim if you're craving the dismal, dubious comedy of Family Guy.
  
  

• Family Guy, Vol. 1 (Seasons 1 & 2)
• Family Guy, Vol. 3 (Season 4, Part 1)
• Family Guy, Vol. 4 (Season 4 Part 2)
• Family Guy, Vol. 5 (Season 5 Part 1)
• Family Guy Presents Stewie Griffin - The Untold Story