Family Guy season 22 episode 9 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

The Griffins confront the modern era of streaming when Lois sells their TV to finance Christmas presents, inciting Peter's ire. Amidst the streaming vs. network TV debate, Kevin James, now jobless due to the decline of network television, appears at their doorstep. The Griffins take him in, and when Kevin starts fading away as a result of his irrelevance in the streaming age, Peter saves him by staging a Christmas play that revives the charm of traditional sitcoms and ultimately reignites Kevin's career.

Full Episode S22E09 Recap

### Introduction - Peter Griffin laments the loss of good old-fashioned television values and mocks modern holiday specials. - Lois informs Peter that she sold the TV to afford Christmas gifts, igniting his rage. ### Peter's Struggle with No TV - Peter, unable to cope with the lack of TV, resorts to drinking and is discontent with streaming services. - The family tries to convince Peter of the benefits of streaming, but he remains resistant. ### Selling the Fridge - In retaliation for the TV, Peter sells the fridge, escalating the conflict with Lois. - Lois urges Peter to give streaming a chance, using it as an opportunity to bond over the holidays. ### Kevin James Appears - Out of work due to the end of network television, Kevin James turns up at the Griffin's doorstep. - After a sitcom-style debate, the family agrees to let Kevin stay. ### Peter Teaches Kevin Real-Life Skills - Peter attempts to show Kevin how to handle real-life responsibilities outside of sitcom scenarios. - Kevin gets a job as a UPS driver and experiences success until he starts fading away. ### Kevin Fades Away - The family learns Kevin is disappearing because streaming has made him irrelevant. - The Griffins come up with TV show ideas for Kevin to save him from vanishing completely. ### A Sitcom Christmas Play - Peter devises a Christmas play, casting Kevin in a sitcom-style nativity to reignite the importance of network TV. - Kevin's physical existence is restored amidst the live audience, and classic sitcom stars emerge from the scene. ### Kevin Returns to TV - A sitcom executive is swayed by the family's pitch, choosing Kevin's new show over streaming options. - Kevin secures a TV comeback, proving the enduring need for network television. ### Conclusion - The episode concludes with Kevin heading back to the world of television, highlighting the charm of network sitcoms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Lois sell the TV?

Lois sold the TV to afford money for Christmas gifts.

How does Peter react to the absence of television?

Peter experiences rageful anger and resorts to drinking.

What modern alternative to TV does the Griffin family suggest to Peter?

The family suggests streaming services as an alternative to traditional TV.

Who shows up at the Griffin's door looking for help?

Kevin James shows up at the Griffin's door because he is out of work.

What does Peter do to "pay" the mortgage bill?

Peter calls Mr. Pewterschmidt and manipulates him into paying the mortgage.

Why is Kevin James fading away?

Kevin is fading because streaming has made him irrelevant, and he needs the laughter of a studio audience to exist.

What idea does Peter have to save Kevin James?

Peter decides to put on a Christmas play with Kevin in a sitcom-style nativity.

What is the result of the sitcom-style nativity play?

Kevin's physical existence is restored, and classic sitcom stars appear.

What happens at the end of the episode?

Kevin secures a television comeback, heading back to the world of network TV.

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