In 1999, Family Guy joined a growing list of cartoon sitcoms that were steadily gaining a strong audience who loved satire and parody rolled into juvenile humor. Alongside South Park and The Simpsons, and soon joined by Futurama and American Dad, Seth MacFarlane's signature creation took the world by storm. The series was known for its pop culture references, '70s sitcom influences, and cutaway gags, all coming together to form a brilliant show. However, the series, much like its competitors, has forgotten what made it special.
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