Family Guy Season 8 Episode 4
Family Guy
Season 8

Ep 4. Hannah Banana

  • TV14
  • November 8, 2009
  • 21 min
  • 7.1  (1,720)

Hannah Banana is the fourth episode of the eighth season of the animated television series, Family Guy. In this episode, Brian accidentally becomes attracted to Hannah, a girl who is intellectually disabled and mentally unstable, after volunteering at a local hospital. Brian soon discovers that Hannah has an incredible singing talent and decides to help her chase her dream of becoming a famous singer.

The episode opens with Peter taking his family to the hospital to volunteer for community service. Brian is assigned to push a wheelchair-bound patient around, but he becomes distracted when he meets Hannah, an attractive young woman with Down syndrome. Brian finds himself drawn to her and soon becomes her friend, much to the disapproval of his other friends and family.

Brian's relationship with Hannah develops quickly, and he soon discovers that she has an incredible singing talent. After hearing her sing, Brian decides to help her chase her dream of becoming a famous singer. He takes her to a recording studio, but they are turned down by the producer due to Hannah's disability. Brian is undeterred and decides to stage a concert for Hannah to perform and showcase her talent.

As the concert approaches, Brian becomes increasingly worried about Hannah's mental state. She is prone to violent outbursts and becomes incredibly anxious and nervous before the performance. Brian manages to calm her down, and the concert is a great success. However, immediately after the performance, Hannah's mental condition becomes unstable, and she is rushed to the hospital.

The episode ends with Brian visiting Hannah in the hospital and coming to terms with their relationship. He acknowledges the difficulties he faced while trying to help Hannah achieve her dreams but also acknowledges the profound impact she had on his own life.

Hannah Banana is a heartfelt and emotional episode that deals with important themes surrounding disability and mental health. The episode raises questions about the nature of relationships and the boundaries of friendship, as well as challenging the traditional beliefs surrounding mental disability. The episode is a testament to the show's ability to handle sensitive issues with sensitivity and humor while maintaining the irreverent and quirky tone that has made Family Guy a beloved and enduring television show.

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  • First Aired
    November 8, 2009
  • Content Rating
    TV14
  • Runtime
    21 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.1  (1,720)
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