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'Family Guy' Taps 'Downton Abbey's' Michelle Dockery for High-Class Guest Role

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:48 +0000

As with ever new season of 'Downton Abbey' it could prove a while yet before season 4 makes its way stateside to give fans the posh British drama they so desperately crave. Thankfully, one of America's less refined series is content to speed things up, as 'Family Guy' brings 'Downton Abbey' star Michelle Dockery in for a guest role! Find out what familiar role the famous 'Downton' star will play on 'Family Guy' inside!

'Family Guy' Boston Bombing Video: Seth MacFarlane Responds to Tasteless Internet Hoax

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:11:46 +0000

Barely one full day after the tragic events of the Boston Marathon bombings, and already a tasteless parody video has begun to make the rounds, splicing together several different clips from FOX's long-running animation titan 'Family Guy' to make it appear as if a March 17 episode predicted yesterday's attacks. While the video makes the rounds, series creator and animation magnate Seth MacFarlane has issued his own statement denouncing the hoax.

Meet the Man Behind 'Family Guy's' Peter Griffin

Nick Romano — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 17:00:08 +0000

One thing that was missing from the 2013 Oscars ceremony was Peter Griffin -- although, that might have been a good thing. Seth MacFarlane has summoned his 'Family Guy' persona many times before in public appearances, but when he hosted the Oscars this Sunday, he managed to restrain himself. However, if you were watching the show in RI and managed to leave the TV on for the proceeding ABC 6 news segment, you would have seen the real-life Peter Griffin, or rather the man on whom MacFarlane based the cartoon character.

'Family Guy' – How 'Breaking Bad' Brainwashes Fans

Kyle Dowling — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 01:00:04 +0000

If you’re an avid viewer (or admitted addict) of AMC’s ‘Breaking Bad‘ you’ll understand this clip completely. Thinking about how often we recommend everything Walter White to all who’ll listen, it’s not too far-fetched to think subliminal (or not so subliminal) messages might be at play. You stand warned, Vince Gilligan! You might have created [...]

'Family Guy' Preview: Ryan Reynolds Is the Other Son of God

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 19:53:54 +0000

For a season of ‘Family Guy‘ that's already featured Johnny Depp reprising the iconic role of Edward Scissorhands, you'd think the celebrity quotient would have been met. Not so! After appearing once as himself as well as in Seth MacFarlane’s feature-film debut ‘Ted,’ Ryan Reynolds makes his second 'Family Guy' appearance with this Sunday's "Jesus, Mary and Joseph," guesting as the son of God you never knew. Are you ready to meet Ryan Reynolds, your lord and savior in the latest clip?

'The Simpsons' Casts 'Family Guy's Seth MacFarlane: Worlds Collide!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 17:47:41 +0000

It may have only taken ten years, but it looks like the playful rivalry between 'The Simpsons' and its sort of spiritual successor 'Family Guy' may finally be put to rest. While both FOX series have taken playful shots at one another over the years, the bridge has finally been built as 'Family Guy' creator and voice-artist Seth MacFarlane will lend his voice to an upcoming 'Simpsons' episode! Who might the golden-voiced 'Guy' play, and what does it have to do with 'Downton Abbey?'

'Family Guy' Movie is Definitely Happening Says Seth MacFarlane

Mike Sampson — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:41:12 +0000

A 'Family Guy' movie has been talked about for years now but with the success of 'Ted' at the box office (over $215 million and counting) creator Seth MacFarlane says it's not so much if we're going to get a 'Family Guy' movie but when. And the when looks like it could be soon.

'Family Guy' Sneak Peek: Johnny Depp Returns As Edward Scissorhands!

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 23:00:04 +0000

Whether or not you've kept up with the series in the last ten years, it's hard to believe there was ever a time when 'Family Guy' was in danger of cancellation. Now past 200 episodes and with Seth MacFarlane's star ever on the rise, the series can attract just about any guest star it wants! Case in point, did you ever think Johnny Depp would make an appearance reprising the classic character of Edward Scissorhands? Check out a first look inside!

5 Impressions Seth MacFarlane Will Likely Do at the Oscars

Marla Rosenthal — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 19:15:45 +0000

Ever since Eddie Murphy pulled out of hosting duties for the 2013 Academy Awards telecast, there has been a bunch of speculation regarding who was going to step up and run the show. Today rumors were put to rest when it was announced that 'Family Guy' creator Seth MacFarlane was taking the prized spot.

'Family Guy' Gets an Appearance by Johnny Depp — as Edward Scissorhands

George Roush — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 17:30:32 +0000

‘Family Guy’ is hotter than ever, especially with the recent success of creator Seth MacFarlane’s first movie ‘Ted’ lighting up the box office like a San Diego 4th of July fireworks display. ‘Family Guy‘ will be returning soon, and its already got one A-lister lined up.

'Family Guy' Tweet Gets British Duo Banned From America

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:31:47 +0000

When British tourists Leigh Van Bryan and Emily Banting arrived in Los Angeles, customs officials discovered that Van Bryan had recently sent out a tweet about “destroying America.”

While any English person (and most Americans) would understand that by “destroy” he meant to get rip-roaring drunk and party so hard that he ends up offending a Kardashian, the literal-minded officials detained the pair for making terroristic threats.

Seth MacFarlane Thinks 'Family Guy' Should Have Ended Years Ago

Don Deane — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:14:59 +0000

‘Family Guy’ fans, brace yourselves. Creator Seth MacFarlane told the Hollywood Reporter he’s uncertain whether the flagship series of the ‘MacFarlane Fox Animation Domination’ should continue. Stewie, quick! Grab your Super Mega Death Ray! In fact, MacFarlane said that ‘Family Guy,’ which just started its 10th season, probably should have ended years ago and transitioned [...]