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Summary: Most Underrated Series Ever
Review: What a shame this over-the-top series was cancelled. Oh well, we can look forward to more reality shows now, I guess. Anyway, Family Guy had a great cast of characters and an even greater cast of writers. Every episode is a gem. The DVD is a keepsake.
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Summary: Awesome but Interlacing problems galore!
Review: I love Family Guy but...These DVDs have crazy interlacing problems. I've tried it on my computer and two seperate DVD players! Not all of an episode has interlace artifacts but where there are parts, they are REALLY bad. I wonder if Fox will re-release this DVD and fix it?
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Summary: A pretty good start
Review: I pre-ordered this set about 5 months before it was to be released and for the most part, I'm pretty happy with it. The only down side is, I don't think the second season is totally complete. Also, I was under the impression that the un-aired "When you wish apon a Weinstein" episode was here too. It's not, which was a little disappointing.
I can only hope that Volume 2 has that particular episode, and the rest of season two, as well. After all, I think season three was kind of short.
On a whole, this is a really good edition, and I can't wait to see the next one!
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Summary: Family Guy: An Incredible Bargain!
Review: An amazing compilation of the first two seasons of the funniest show to come out of the nineties, other than South Park of course. The picture is good, the sound superb, and the material hilarious. A must buy for fans of the series, be they casual or hardcore.
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Summary: THE BEST TV SERIES EVER
Review: The Family Guy is the best animated TV series ever created. Period. it's BRILLIANT, just BRILLIANT!! It's HILARIOUS!! Seth Mcfarlane is a pure genius. Every show is a masterpiece. If you think the Simpsons are funny, well Family Guy is like a million times funnier. I also think Family Guy has got to be one of the most underrated animated TV shows ever. Tis unfortunate they canceled the show; I think it was either the cast broke up or it just wasn't getting enough ratings because the humor was so good, it was, at times, too deep - way over the heads of the masses. Ether way, it is an absolutely brilliant cartoon, for adults of all ages. Some of the references are to someone who may be at least Seth Macfarlane's age. Though, I am younger than he and it's still a total riot. Some of the humor is quite intellectual, so if you're educated and like a good laugh, you're in for a treat. But at the same time, anyone can watch it and enjoy it. It's not uncommon for me to be laughing pretty much nonstop throughout the show! So, I would highly recommend this, it's so clever, so brilliant and hilarious, you'll be rolling out of your chair! You've got to get this DVD!
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Summary: One of the most amazing TV series ever created!
Review: Without a doubt, I would recommend this DVD to anyone who has ever liked Family Guy. Often times, in my opinion, television series get better with each new season. This might make a newcomer -- someone who may have only seen the most recent season -- reluctant to purchase an earlier season, for fear of it not being as funny as the others. However, with Family Guy, the first season is just as amazing as the fourth. Even if you've only seen a few episodes, this is a great DVD.
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Summary: Missing Episodes!?!
Review: I love the Family Guy, and I'm happy that they came out with the series on DVD, since the show has been canceled. However, there are two episodes that I loved that were the basis of my decision to purchase this, AND THEY'RE MISSING!!! Where is the Spoof of Willy Wonka (the one with the Beer factory and the Chumbawumbas?), and the Christmas Episode where Stewie plots against the evil Clause?
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Summary: Worthwhile DVD
Review: I never truly understood the brillance of this show until I bought this DVD. This set contains 28 episodes, which is quite a bit for $$$. "Family Guy" features mostly low-brow humor, but it is usually pretty funny. But the thing is, it constantly throws gags at your face with dream sequences and other bizarre stuff. This sheer over-the-topness is what makes watching all these episodes great. Technically, thsi disc is up to par with the other fine FOX TV cartoon DVD releases. The color is sharp and their are no problems with framing or "jiggling" with the picture. The animation is a bit crude but that relates to the source material. Audio range is above-average as well using both speakers solidly but nothing too overpowering. However, the extra features are not exactly what you would expect. First up is several promos running 15-30 seconds long that were used on Fox.Com to promote the pilot of Family Guy after the Super Bowl. They are in excellent condition. Next is commentaries. Fox has put two commentaries on each disc, but they shouldn't have even bothered doing that. I found, like a previouis reviewer also found, large gaps in-between comments and not much meat on them. Even with 3-4 people, it is very boring and no one has really much to say. It is very disappointing. Finally, there is a four minute featurette on the fourth disc. This was another promo tool used by Fox to promote the pilot, and while there is a bit more information on this extra than on all the others, it still is limited to a quick four minutes. While there was some effort put into these extras, they are a far cry from the quanity (or quality) of other FOX TV DVD's, mostly notably "Futurama" and "The Simpsons". I recommend this "Family Guy" DVD not because of its extras, but its episodes. While I was never a big fan of this show when it aired on FOX, I am a fan now. All episodes are clean-up for the DVD and this is a must-buy for fans and some non-fans alike. But if you don't care for this show or don't have the cash available, you should strongly consider not buying this DVD since it has weak supplements.
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Summary: Oh, how I've missed thee
Review: Here's irony for you: a show that constantly lampooned the stupidity of TV turned out to be too hip to last on TV. Oh well, we now have this four-disc set to remind just what we've been missing since "Family Guy" was finally taken off the air. While "Family Guy" certainly bears more than a token resemblance to "The Simpsons," it distinguished itself by being even more random and outrageous than its animated predecessor. Peter Griffin, the title character, basically IS Homer Simpson, except fatter, stupider, and more irresponsible. Fortunately, "Family Guy" also shares "The Simpsons"' subtle, irreverent brilliance. Every few seconds brought another unpredictable gag, bizarre flashback, pop-culture parody, or social-historical reference. While the episodes had plots, they basically unfolded in free-flowing stream-of-consciousness format, making it virtually impossible to tell what was coming next. "Family Guy" spits out jokes so rapid-fire that you can barely even process it all. Sometimes I've missed one crack because I was still laughing at the previous one. Of course, the solution is to watch over and over again, which I'm sure I'm going to wind up doing. Although it makes a great family comedy, "Family Guy" is successful mainly as a grand satire of American culture. The show is constantly casting light on just how shallow, excessive, and flat-out stupid our society can be. While its merciless parody may not appeal to shallow minds, "Family Guy" is a great alternative to the fluff that occupies way too much airtime these days. This four-disc set is worth every penny.
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Summary: All Season 1 and 2 episodes are here.
Review: Disregard the poster that claims there are missing episodes. He or she doesn't know what they are talking about. Season 1 had 7 episodes and season 2 had 21 episodes, so they are all here. Season 3 (22 episodes, one unaired) will be coming later this year. Excellent Show!
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