Ep 19. The Story on Page 1
- TV14
- July 18, 2000
- 22 min
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7.3 (2,104)
In Family Guy Season 2 Episode 19 titled "The Story on Page 1," the Griffins are excited to attend a book signing by the renowned author, Gore Vidal. Upon arriving at the event, they discover that Vidal is actually in attendance and they take the opportunity to introduce themselves to him. However, when Peter attempts to engage in a conversation with Vidal about his writing, he is quickly shut down and embarrassed.
Meanwhile, Lois is offered a job as a reporter at The Pewterschmidt Gazette, but she faces harsh criticism from her colleague, Margaret, who belittles her abilities as a journalist. Despite the harsh words, Lois remains determined to prove herself and she is given the opportunity to cover a major news story involving a scandalous affair between the Mayor of Quahog and his secretary.
As Lois delves deeper into the story, she uncovers a web of lies and deceit that goes all the way to the top of Quahog's political elite, but she struggles to get her story published due to the influence of the city's corrupt officials. It is up to Peter and the rest of the family to help Lois uncover the truth and bring the corrupt officials to justice.
Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to the usual Family Guy humor, including hilarious pop culture references and off-the-wall cutaway gags. However, the storyline surrounding Lois' career as a journalist brings a more serious tone to the episode, and highlights the importance of integrity and truth in the media.
Overall, "The Story on Page 1" provides a perfect blend of comedy and drama, and showcases the dynamic relationships between the members of the Griffin family. It serves as a reminder that even amidst the chaos of everyday life, it is important to stand up for what is right and pursue the truth, even when it is difficult to do so.