Ep 1. Stewie Loves Lois
- TV14
- September 10, 2006
- 21 min
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8.2 (2,321)
Lois becomes the object of Stewie's affection in the premier episode of Family Guy's fifth season, "Stewie Loves Lois". In this episode, Stewie develops an extremely close bond with Lois, which initially goes unnoticed by the rest of the family. However, as Stewie's obsession with Lois grows stronger, her husband Peter and their other children begin to take notice and become concerned.
As the episode progresses, viewers see Stewie's increasingly bizarre and obsessive behavior towards Lois. He becomes extremely possessive of her, going so far as to sabotage her dates with Peter and becoming violent when she shows affection to anyone else. Meanwhile, Peter becomes increasingly jealous of the bond between Stewie and Lois, feeling left out and unimportant in his family dynamic.
As the tension between Stewie, Lois, and Peter comes to a head, the family decides to hold an intervention for Stewie. The intervention brings up deep-seated issues within the family and allows them to work through their problems together. In the end, the family comes out stronger and closer than ever before.
With its signature mix of boundary-pushing humor and heartfelt moments, "Stewie Loves Lois" is a standout episode in the Family Guy canon. It showcases the show's ability to tackle serious issues with humor and sensitivity, while still delivering the irreverent comedy that has made it a fan favorite for years. Fans of the series will no doubt find plenty to enjoy in this episode, which features some of the show's most iconic moments and beloved characters.