Ep 14. Let's Go to the Hop
- TV14
- June 6, 2000
- 22 min
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7.7 (2,381)
In the episode "Let's Go to the Hop" of the animated television series Family Guy's second season, protagonist Peter Griffin discovers that drugs have infiltrated James Woods High School. Believing that he can expose the drug dealers and help his daughter Meg's social standing, Peter goes undercover as a high school student named "Lando Griffin." He adopts a new persona, donning a hat and sunglasses, in order to blend in with the student body.
Peter's plan to discover the drug dealers proves successful, but he soon learns that the students can obtain the drugs themselves from a secret stash under the school's cafeteria. Peter tries to convince the students to swear off the drugs, but they are seduced by the substances and start to hallucinate. Peter must intervene to save the kids from their drug-induced stupors and prevent further harm from occurring.
Meanwhile, Stewie, the youngest member of the Griffin family, has a new goal: to rid the world of its most annoying sounds. He embarks on a mission to destroy the source of the sounds he dislikes, but his attempts only create more noise. Stewie eventually realizes that he cannot control every sound he hears in the world, but he finds solace in a tape of birdsong, which calms him down as he drifts off to sleep.
As the episode comes to a close, Meg, who has been emboldened by her father's bravery, stands up to the bullies who previously tormented her. She is even elected the new head cheerleader, much to the chagrin of her former detractors. The episode ends on a high note, with the family coming together to watch a comedy movie, laughing and enjoying each other's company.
Overall, "Let's Go to the Hop" is a classic episode of Family Guy that highlights the show's blend of comedy, satire, and heart. The episode features a number of memorable scenes and lines, and it showcases the show's willingness to tackle serious issues in a humorous way. The episode's themes of parental involvement, drug abuse, and bullying are still relevant today, and its messages about standing up for oneself and pursuing one's goals continue to resonate with audiences.