Seth MacFarlane Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ

Seth MacFarlane breaks down his most iconic characters, including his roles in 'Family Guy' (Peter, Stewie, Brian, Quagmire), 'Ted,' 'Ted 2,' 'American Dad!,' 'A Million Ways to Die in the West' and 'The Orville.'
00:00 Seth MacFarlane's Iconic Characters
00:21 Family Guy (Peter, Stewie, Brian, Quagmire)
06:49 Ted / Ted 2
10:02 American Dad!
12:28 A Million Ways to Die in the West
15:25 The Orville
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[@denisejasmine9178]

He just casually says “I was on these shows, Johnny bravo, dexter’s laboratory, cow and chicken” as if that wasn’t the prime age of Cartoon Network for us millennials.

[@InsaneCombo13]

absolutely

[@silkyblack5880]

And gen X and Z

[@holbvgbbbbkfz]

Mama had a cow mama had a chicken daddy was proud he didn't care ........

[@tysonbowerbowel9830]

Get over it

[@gecko2738]

@@holbvgbbbbkfz dad was somewhat proud and didn't care how his wee wee ended up in a female cows butt hole.

[@Loregasmo]

Too many people only recognize him for Family Guy, which is legendary in its own right but this man was a part of nearly every legendary 90’s cartoon series.

[@SoggySlopster]

Yeah but the Cleveland show ruined his legacy

[@sanicheylautner23]

Basically my childhood

[@jaysenbustamante9926]

@@SoggySlopster it wasn’t that bad tbh

[@MrBigshakey]

Absolutely

[@Jahnks]

@@SoggySlopster Dude what that show was actually good

[@LarvaRewind]

Seth is a freaking genius. Everything he does is gold. I’ve been watching all of his shows for 20+ years now. Shows that I’ve seen hundreds of times still make me laugh.

[@michaelwesten4624]

but family guy fell of long time ago

[@CalixSoriano]

we can all agree that this guy didnt watch all of his shows for 20 years

[@yendoguy2108]

@@michaelwesten4624 fell “of” ?

[@KnightKingu]

@@michaelwesten4624 yeah his works esp life of Larry is so good but a lot of his other stuff is just really mid or cringe

[@dogthebountyhunter6692]

🧢

[@pontiacsrule8761]

He is one of the most talented guy in Hollywood. He writes, sings, acts, directs, produces & does the voices. He is really doing it all. Amazing guy.

[@angeksee]

So nice that he mentions The Simpsons as the obvious influence on him. I didn't expect him admitting it so straightfully. Kudos for Seth.

[@canaisyoung3601]

That's years after every critic and detractor has accused him of plagiarizing that show for his three animated family shows (though American Dad is only like The Simpsons when Mike Scully took over between seasons 9 to 12, which is when a lot of people claim that the show was going downhill. Me, I think season 13 was the downward spiral).

[@IplayTeemoasaWard]

@@canaisyoung3601 Or you could watch the 100th episode that outlines everything Seth has said here about Family guy, only like 15 years ago lol.

[@travionpatterson9776]

@@IplayTeemoasaWard 😂😂😂😂 shut that down real quick

[@DevilWearsAdidas]

Thats like being in the metal scene and not giving your thanks to ozzy for inventing metal. It was absolutely necessary for him to do so. lmfao

[@nicoley8844]

It was p obvious, but I get what you mean

[@matthewadair4507]

He’s a great actor, comedian, writer, and singer. He’s wicked talented.

[@odinson4822]

True but there's nothing iconic about Seth McFarlane

[@blinkq_530]

@@odinson4822 its not about the person its about what they play on tv like johnny depp as jack sparrow or robert downey as iron man

[@DMTInfinity]

*Indubitably..!* ❤️

[@DMTInfinity]

@@odinson4822 *THIS VIDEO..!* 😍 *#lolz*

[@asahel980]

@@odinson4822 Family guy made him already iconic,.

[@balkanking2769]

He is just a full time Brian guy😂

[@amityislandchum]

The first 6 or 7 seasons of American Dad is such an absolutely perfect time capsule of post-9/11 American life. The paranoia and jingoism is impossible to describe to anyone who didn't live through it. Despite being satirical and deliberately over-the-top, American Dad is the best approximation to what it was actually like.

[@vetarlittorf1807]

American Dad started to lose its touch in season 8 or 9. Stan just became a generic dumb dad, Francine became a blonde stereotype, Roger became unpleasantly psychopathic, Steve became inconsistent and Hayley regressed to her season 1 self.

[@sabaducia]

Agree about falling off around season 10, but the earlier half of seasons are really that western cultural time capsule. It's hard to explain how it felt, but you can feel it in a lot of those episodes.

[@user-bi2wn4vn3b]

@@sabaduciaI implore you to give modern American dad a chance . They have some of the best sci-fi comedy storylines out there . The show gets insanely smart especially with roger.

[@JonathanSchmallippe]

@@sabaducia I likewise implore you to give post season 10 American Dad another chance. The characters have definitely changed and the show has undoubtedly become more absurd, but some of the writing is insanely clever

[@pakomoalosi3835]

Cemented himself on my list when he mentioned Johnny Bravo and Dexter's Lab. This guy literally raise my generation and grew up with us with Family Guy

[@deezy81]

Cow And Chicken also.

[@S....]

He didn't do much there.

[@TheTuttle99]

Of course by literally you mean the opposite of literally. Common mistake

[@sfdeadhead712]

Had no idea he worked on those shows before watching this

[@cullenscott7940]

too bad he didn't teach you english

[@quentinboucher]

Seth MacFarlane is just naturally witty and seems super down to earth

[@assordante2205]

Here's the obligatory "wow, this celebrity seems like just a normal dude like you or me" comment. Very original thought, you had there. Well done.

[@kiss1and]

@@assordante2205 relax lol

[@varenoftatooine2393]

@@assordante2205 if only you were a normal dude.

[@tradingstuff2120]

@@assordante2205 Go to therapy, youre miserable.

[@isaiahminott]

@@assordante2205 you good bruv

[@I_Am_AI_007]

I just want to thank Seth for Family Guy. It's such a masterpiece.

[@mr.thammisses6119]

No it isn't lmao family guy is actually awful. Old family guy was okay like the first season.

[@I_Am_AI_007]

@@mr.thammisses6119 why is that? At least for me, it is a stress relief. You can only find the weirdest weirdos on this show and exceptions of the exceptional moments that can ever happen.

[@DergonGerd]

@@mr.thammisses6119 awful? Idk what show your watchin

[@fiveyup]

@@mr.thammisses6119 the first season was nowhere near as good as the 4th or 5th or 6th even Some very funny episodes

[@jakerichard8234]

@@mr.thammisses6119 ppl are allowed to have opinions🤣

[@Kaboomboo]

This dude has got to be one of the hardest working dudes in Hollywood. He's got his hands on so many projects it's insane.

[@Emporerking27]

him and justin roiland

[@cisztheoriginal2911]

​@@Emporerking27didnt age well

[@JamesonScalia]

My animator buddy Ron worked with Seth in the first couple seasons of Family Guy, said he was super shy, could barely look people in the eye. He’s amazed at how confident Seth has become, a beautiful story of transformation.

[@SoftwareAgentsTV]

Neat anecdote.

[@jackwhitbread4583]

He always has to have a glass of Whiskey still whenever he goes on a talk show so while he has become more confident through the years he's still quite a shy anxious person. He was a pretty nerdy child though so I'm sure he was bullied and this will always affect someone self esteem and knock their confidence

[@systemofadown945]

Fame and money will do that to you

[@Alex-ry6cd]

That's life

[@cheesecake134]

You can look at old pictures and he’s a total nerd(I say this with love lol). He’s really grown into himself and you love to see it.

[@drawingfandome]

I respect Seth he’s honest about him family guy has changed and too Many people blame Seth for family guys downfall when this proves he had little to do with it as he’s hardly in the writers room and hasn’t been for 10 years

[@RayGamingChannel10]

And that's when it was at it's best 🤣

[@akaslowmoney]

I think you made your own point, when he got bored of family guy and started to stop being the creative mind behind it, it went down lol

[@vanhattfield8292]

Seth is still the producer and is responsible for the production of the entire show, including the writing. As the top guy, he can't pass the shortcomings on to anyone else. If the writers aren't cutting it, he should be doing something about it, it's literally his job, instead of trying to pass the buck.

[@ryutotatsuki3665]

@@vanhattfield8292 pretty sure he’s just doing voicework for the show than actually writing for it.

[@vanhattfield8292]

@@ryutotatsuki3665 He isn't writing, he is producing. The producer is the one that oversees all of the things that go into making the show.

[@kurvaskye]

I pray family guy never dies. It is a constant in my life and I cannot lose it.

[@intelliscent]

ikr i feel the same way towards it

[@Gabe94dotcom]

True 👍

[@communionshaped]

all good things come to an end

[@Keeki549]

Touch grass

[@anar.2538]

i’ll be so sad when it ends it’s my biggest comfort show

[@jumptrash]

The Orville is one of my favorite shows ever, I'm so glad that he clearly seems to still enjoy making the show. Hopefully this leads to season 4, they can't just let the show end like this!

[@JodyCatherine]

Me too!!!

[@katiegurksnis160]

Me too. I love that show. I hope there will be a season 4.

[@willthedavies123]

The Orville has no right being that good! It's absolutely amazing

[@dudetheman3]

Its funny that he mentions that they found their stride half-way into season 2 since that is where the show really caught my attention and I started loving it. Before then, I was enjoying it just fine, but they really nailed in that mid-season and it's been so great ever since.

[@mtbrecords1623]

Where is the Orville? I can’t find it

[@cc3]

I really like his outlook on the shows he's created. It happens time and time again where the creator of something hands it off and then despises the new direction. It's refreshing to hear someone praising it for a change.

[@jrodthegreat1]

I’m sure he still has some say in the creative aspects and the fact that the show is still his makes it better. Probably because he chose people who have the same kinda sick sense of humor as he does

[@Mo-mc3mw]

I actually love seths singing. He has a very old style voice which I dont hear often.

[@stellal3592]

Me too.

[@jr2904]

He grew up with cool influences, definitely. Sinatra and the others

[@alexisevelyn5290]

I love his duets with Liz Gillies (if you haven’t heard them, go listen to them ASAP)

[@nickevershedmusic8927]

Like the way I sing

[@nickevershedmusic8927]

I think he’s classically trained like me

[@bpmgaming3351]

This man's success is one you truly can't envy. The amount he's contributed to our pop culture is astounding.

[@4deleDaz33m]

What's astonishing is that he missed an airplane that was hijacked during the 9/11 attack, American Airlines Flight 11 that crashed into the World Trade Center. Geez, he can't have any better luck than that

[@sloshappy2]

I freaking love the Orville, and literally everything this man touches. I would give my right nut to shake his hand and say thank you. It will never happen, but this man and his creations have gotten me through some really tough and dark times in my life.

[@chrissiepurdy]

even some doctors say laughter is the best medicine. I have always wondered if people recognise the healing power of humor. Keep your right nut, just send him an email or letter to thank him, I think he would prefer that.

[@GreyMarano]

Stop worshiping other humans!

[@coolbrotherf127]

I really could just sit and listen to Seth talk about his experience in the industry for hours. He's got so much to say and is so well spoken about it.

[@YolaResa]

I really enjoy listening to Seth talk. Not only is his voice (obviously one I'm very familiar with) very deep and soothing, but the way in which he speaks, his vocabulary, it's all very mesmerizing to just hear him talk.....about literally anything.

[@glennburns7898]

Seth is an example of how class is still prioritized with some of us men.

[@FatCatProductions]

Seth’s humor just connects with me. Even little jokes in orville are hilarious to me. The dude knows how to capture mini frustrations through the day and satirize them.

[@nickjames6813]

Glad he touched on the whole “you have to have either crazy people in a normal world or normal people in a crazy world” thing. Not always though, but yeah. Stella was good

[@NazriB]

Lies again? NRIC Card

[@salvambala7779]

That's so true. great writing points

[@Martin-kx9mr]

Johnny Bravo, Dexter, Family Guy, American Dad, Seth was really involved in all my favourite childhood shows ❤

[@DMTInfinity]

*I still think that Ted and Ted 2 are pretty underrated movies..!* 😂

[@asahel980]

Dexter's laboratory , Dexter is another great series if you're into serial killers.

[@steved8714]

@@DMTInfinity Best line in Ted 2 is No, you have "Give me the ring, my precious" eyes

[@vanessarayfox]

American Dad is my favorite show. Roger is an absolutely genius character.

[@caseytilley9260]

Ted and Ted 2 were absolutely hilarious. I've seen both of them twice. I wish he would make a Ted 3. I'd definitely see it in theaters.

[@OnThaRow]

he said they are making a show, not as good at 3rd movie but hey more ted is a win!

[@PHANTASMGODD]

@@OnThaRowlittle did you know… it was better

[@OnThaRow]

@@PHANTASMGODD it was indeed. 😂

[@Crocomum]

Glad he acknowledged the writing talents of others for bringing the best traits of the characters to life. Wish there were more interviews of the American Dad guys

[@courtneyawalsh]

SO important to acknowledge/credit/compensate your inspo sources, muses & cocreators. Hollywood is SO bad at that.

[@Tzgrey77]

Would love to hear him writers/ cast of American Dad talk for hours bout show

[@CamMackay96]

For real, I hugely prefer American Dad to Family Guy now as a 25yo who grew up on Family Guy. I was actually surprised to hear he hasn't been involved for 10+ years especially since American Dad only hit its stride around S10 imo.

[@Crocomum]

@@CamMackay96 literally my favourite animated show, I’m currently working on a video on it and am sad there’s so little interview footage for iy

[@jackwhitbread4583]

There are a few videos of Dee Bradley Baker who voices Klaus, he is also a monster voice artist and has even voiced Rogers bodily organs. This guy is insanely talented and one of the most prolific voice artists to ever exist. He has over 2,000 credits to his name and its really cool to watch the noises that come out of him!

[@jackfrost1774]

Surprised he didn't really talk about the music he's made. If anyone gets a chance look into the music that Seth actually made, he's got quite a voice that resembles Frank Sinatra. If you're into that type of stuff his music will definitely appeal to you.

[@whyjerrywhy]

his voice trainer is actually the same guy who trained frank Sinatra

[@JP2GiannaT]

... pretty sure that voice coach would have to be at least 150 years old.

[@lokemannen101]

@@JP2GiannaT not really, they were a couple that trained the celebrities, Lee and Sally Sweetland. Lee died in 2009 while Sally died in 2015.

[@cookiecat3829]

Just watched him do a frank sinatra cover in the Hollywood bowl tonight!

[@ogarrt]

He has good flows/rhythm too. One of my favorites is that song stewy sings in that episode he tried killing Lois

[@Tyricooo]

He and Tara Strong are literal icons

[@safiyyahhameed6354]

ikr ❤️

[@kristaelizabeth9877]

And they are together in Ted. She did Ted’s “I love you” voice when Ted’s ‘heart’ is pushed

[@richsackett3423]

Seth McFarland is the fist person I've ever heard articulation the technical reasoning for the artificial Mid-Atlantic accent - to accommodate the limitations of the recording technology of the day.

[@Padurin]

The Orville is criminally underrated...happy Seth added that to his crazy impressive accolades

[@kanegarvey848]

Go Bruins

[@Noneusertaken]

I really hope season 3 is not the last

[@rolandomichel2070]

Easily one of the most underrated and easily dismissed people in Hollywood... but this guy has more sheer talent and intelligence than any of those casting dispersion his way ... Also, have you heard him sing?! Terrific voice!

[@dream8870]

yes a really good voice, it’s crazy

[@bennylloyd-willner9667]

Is he underrated tho?

[@queencerseilannister3519]

@@bennylloyd-willner9667 I don't think he is. They definitely pay his worth. 😄

[@sugab00b]

OMGG him as that tiny mouse in sing, he KILLED it.

[@aimemaggie]

@@bennylloyd-willner9667 I feel like voice actors don't get the same visibility as other actors. everyone knows peter griffin but not as many people know him

[@davidwalter2002]

He's a bit of a renaissance man. I like that he's willing to explore different creative venues, and he seems to do well with them.

[@roanokemarine0311]

This feels like such an honest interview. I really respect these answers. Complete new found respect for Seth. What an amazing creator.

[@xerxes9929]

“A million ways to die in the West” has been one of my go-to comedies to show to people since it came out. I always thought it was so underrated and has a huge laugh every 30 seconds it feels like. And the cast, and writing was just perfect. Like watching a live action Cartoon. Wish it was a series.

[@bestbigbros1102]

Love that movie. I’ve seen it 4 or 5 times and still die of laughter

[@uchihaability]

“If I die out there, can you both do me a favor and please… just switch seats once.” “…………f*ck off.”

[@nickb442]

completely agree hugely overrated coz its him but its a real throw back comedy.

[@Bumzigana]

It is one on my favs for sure! My bf & I always qoute it!

[@RugbyGuide]

"TAKE YOUR HAT OFF, BOY! THAT'S A DOLLAR BILL!" never fails to make me laugh.

[@Dianimations_]

My guy isn't aging like fine wine, he's not aging at all.

[@user-tx2bs6nw4d]

It’s outrageous

[@berserkermafioso423]

Probably drinks a lot of water

[@NyxBorn7080]

Its called being rich

[@michaelterrell5061]

@@NyxBorn7080 Ah…he probably isn’t that rich. He’s not a super big movie star. He’s probably upper-middle class though.

[@misfitbrit1989]

@@michaelterrell5061 he's worth $200M. Family Guy alone is either a 1 or 2 billion dollar franchise.

[@Dsize]

American Dad is the best out of the shows he's made, and I'll die on that hill.

[@zoeslounge95]

yes

[@whatislife3603]

I love American Dad

[@Kareena422143]

A Million Ways to Die in the West is such a good movie. That and the Orville are my absolute fave things by Seth.

[@cunningflop]

read the reviews

[@xdifficultviper9916]

Orville great completely agree however, million ways to die is ok at best. There’s a few joke in million ways that are great but for the most part that movie is a big mess and better left forgotten

[@willthedavies123]

@@cunningflop "Reviewing art" and especially comedy is just stupid. It's subjective. I absolutely loved that film.

[@sugarysaturn3597]

1:12 that shade lmao. Family Guy seriously dropped in quality when he left behind the scenes and chose to just do voices. No long running show is going to have amazing quality forever but it definitely would be better if Seth was still involved with the writing.

[@Jem9010]

Seth hasn’t contributed to FG since 2011 lol. Plus he cut ties with FOX a couple of years ago it’s obvious he wants FG to die already. American Dad however is just as good as it was when it first started tbh

[@mikeoxlong920]

South Park is still funny

[@bottomtext4343]

@Quag yes it is

[@BL00DYME55]

@Quag It may not be as big as it was in its first 10-15 seasons, and they seem to be taking longer and longer breaks, which is probably why the hype for the show is dying out. But Trey and Matt are still comedy geniuses especially when it comes to social and political commentary. I think they might be getting a bit burnt out on South Park, hence the whole #cancelsouthpark "joke". And who wouldn't after 20+ seasons of running the same show. They are still very much hands on creators of every episode, they still write every script, create storyboards, direct animation, and do 90% of the voices (in under a week per episode). Which is why it's still very funny, it just evolved cause Trey and Matt are just like any other human being, they grow up, change their opinions and their view on life, try new things and so on.

[@jackwhitbread4583]

@@bottomtext4343 No its really not, it's convoluted and pretentious. South Park is repetitive and boring and the writing is extremely lazy

[@makipizon]

I can't imagine a world with no Seth. He is a genius and I am happy family guy existed. That cartoon taught me how to speak English.

[@jem2886]

Could’ve been a world without him as he was meant to be on 9/11

[@Thedrunkape96]

Awesome. What's your native language?

[@addmichael_]

I’m very glad that Seth owes his inspiration to the Simpsons, it’s great when creators shed good light on the people/shows that drove their creativity

[@jacobwebster6446]

Family Guy is by far my favorite adult cartoon show, always has been and always will.

[@MrDrProfessorPurple]

Nothing but the utmost respect for Seth. Dude was working working working before given his own adult animated show and the luck of the universe had it pop off the way it did before the ease of the internet. Then since, has just stuck to his love of the craft and come out on top time and time again. You can always feel the love behind everything he backs, and you can relate to him as that one guy that just gets it. Great artist and lovely human.

[@SheenaSpeaks]

The Orville is the best Star Trek since Voyager. The way they address heavy subjects, the humor found withing the situations and characters themselves, the way you can tell Seth had his fingers in every aspect of it.

[@zaylayi9174]

Listening to this really inspired me. I always thought of doing stuff like this (as far as animation, voice acting, and comedy) but I never knew how I should but Seth’s story to how he got here really hit me in the right places. Love this man and his amazing shows.

[@Jbutters616g]

His voice is IMMACULATE, perfect tone, so deep great radio voice

[@Nick930]

Both Family Guy and American Dad haven't been particularly good lately - but I still love them both to death. Always have it running off to the side while I'm working. So many great spoofs of classic 80s television, film, and other pop-culture references. Then you have all the great musical numbers that are either fun parodies themselves - or maybe even fully original songs like "Down Syndrome Girl." Futurama is still king to me - but I'll always sit back and enjoy an episode of FG or American Dad too

[@hadriangonzalez607]

Well Seth has stated on multiple interviews that have come out recently that he hasn't been a part of the writing for those shows for more than a decade.. He's just a VA for them now. Must be strange to see your creation taken to a whole different direction than what you initial cultivated.

[@jetswept7427]

Terrible opinion Family Guy is amazing.

[@PshhBes]

@@jetswept7427 an opinion cant be terrible its just someones opinion mate…

[@matteoventura7465]

Family Guy is a series that, in my opinion, I love and hate it at the same time.

[@uberboomer8670]

I still love American Dad but I haven't felt the same with Family Guy for a few years now

[@spencermanganiello8544]

The Orville is fantastic btw. Its probably Seth's best written thing to date!

[@Bumzigana]

I agree! It's so underrated!

[@Universemasterj]

I saw them filming on the fox lot in LA before and walked right past Seth. Pretty cool to see behind the scenes

[@Bumzigana]

That is amazing! I saw Seth & the cast signing autographs and promoting the Orville season 3 on Hulu back in 2019 at San Diego Comic-Con. So glad it's finally done and airing on Hulu!

[@thebandit0256]

American Dad: Finally! A worthy opponent! Our battle will be legendary.

[@justgold6352]

I concur 😊

[@Hey_Bi_The_Way]

I genuinely love the Orville. I'm a big sci fi fan and really like star trek (I'm named after Jadzia Dax lol) and I honestly like the Orville more than the more recent star trek projects. I didn't expect it to be so good. I really thought it was just gonna be like some silly star trek like parody but it balances the humor and drama so well. Even the intro theme is so reminiscent of that classic star trek theme. Its just great overall

[@mugdhorozario4785]

I just love how he is describing his shows like nobody knows about them , such humility is always appreciated.

[@flexoffender5997]

It's crazy. If you're not into doing research, you'd never really see Seth's intelligent side. The guys smart, and he's actually had a hand in alot of 90s cartoons, not only that but he's a decent actor and he's really funny. But people who never research people behind certain shows or movies (Family Guy, American Dad, Ted 1 & 2, AMWTDITWW, etc) would think he was just this goofy, over the top, dirty minded comedian. When he is really an artist. There's a reason Family Guy and American Dad have lasted 20 years+.(even if the quality of jokes has gone down).

[@twinkbrad6170]

And one thing no one really mentions is the fact that Seth basically wrote nothing for family guy, none of the content or jokes were his 99.9% of the time. He literally wrote 2 episodes and 1 segment for an episode, that’s it.

[@addib926]

I think what gets overlooked easily as well is that you have to be really smart to create shows that are humorous commentaries on reality. He’s brilliant. And I love the fact that he hasn’t given up on Star Trek proper and hence created the Orville.

[@WatersEdge337]

So glad to see The Orville back, and the season's off to a great start. I highly recommend it to anybody who hasn't tried it out yet.

[@coyi3884]

It's the Star Trek we all deserve.

[@chancesureshot2718]

Do I need Star Trek knowledge to understnd it¿

[@coyi3884]

@@chancesureshot2718 Not at all.

[@WatersEdge337]

@@chancesureshot2718 Nope! It's similar in a lot of ways, but the Orville is its own thing.

[@chancesureshot2718]

@@WatersEdge337 Cool, I’m a Seth M. fan but haven’t been able to get stuck into the Orville but really want to give it chanse

[@GrizzlyBrwn9]

I love Family Guy, I love American Dad, but The Orville just hits different. It doesnt have that over the top humor, it can goofy, it can be serious, it can be thought-provoking, I think it really captures the essence of what a space adventure show should be. Why people loved and obsessed over Star Trek. Star Wars is about war, Star Trek is about exploration. And I think thats why I love the show so much. Also Adrienne Palicki is gorgeous 😉💕

[@jackwong5816]

I can't get enough of The Orville. If each season had 40 episodes I'd be pleased!

[@TierraRobbins]

Seth understands the human condition at a higher level then most people and it shows in his characters. He sees what can be considered as small quirks and helps them to shine. He has tacked many different scenarios within all his shows. His shows are also very deep if you look behind the comedy, there are lots of serious topics that pop up and his shows show different ways to tackle those topics in both positive and negative matters.

[@babblingalong7689]

Great comment, I sometimes feel alone when I state that 'Seth McFarlane's a genius.'. Not many people seem to see that.

[@TierraRobbins]

@@babblingalong7689 many people I know love him and respect him.

[@OmDahake]

I'm stoked that a single guy can act, direct, write and animate so freaking brilliantly

[@zku6rs]

Huh... So I've been a long time fan of this guy without realizing it. It's like he kind of raised a couple of generations with his talent. Our humor is a reflection if this man's genius ideas. I hope he is as happy as he looks all the time. He deserves it.

[@coldplaymay]

Yeah, but as a Star trek fan, I loved him on the Orville. Binged that in a few days.

[@CHLOBOROX319]

I love how he points to shows/movies/people that inspired him. Truly shows great humility.

[@courtneyawalsh]

It’s basic human decency.

[@DMTInfinity]

*"I'm not going to be the one to kill it at this point."* One sentence. Yet it says so much.

[@jonahbreeding2034]

The orville is brilliant. I love the story of each episode. Hopefully it gets several more seasons. I would be sad if there was not a season 4 but I'll get over it....no i wouldn't!

[@Gtarox45]

Love him or hate him he changed the landscape of adult animation forever

[@jacobobrien2744]

God I love this man. Like no joke I'm shocked he's not considered a heartthrob in Hollywood. HE sings he dances he does literally everything.

[@jinxthatsme2317]

I’m glad that even acknowledges how different the characters are since he’s left. It makes me wonder how the characters would’ve been written if he was still involved present day. I definitely enjoyed how he wrote them in seasons 1-3 a lot.

[@James-ov5kg]

I would be way better

[@mattm8441]

Weird to say he left, since he does half the voices, but yes, he left the writing/creative side. Although he's still very much the boss.

[@anotherjewishsharpnicholas9425]

@@James-ov5kg Roger became way better. Some stuff would be better and some worse.

[@FerdinandCesarano]

Notwithstanding Seth's claim that there's nothing deep, he is one of the greatest artistic creators in human history, an absolute giant.

[@allosanthrwpos542]

Seth you’re a comedic genius … I m rewatching family guy , currently 34 years old … still extremely funny and smart. And “the Orville” was such a surprise , so smart and thought provoking ! American dad is also one the funniest smartest shows ever , it doesn’t get praised enough !

[@christophawscanopy5692]

Let's be honest here everyone: Family Guy changed television and the whole course of cartoons and general everyday television all together. Pushing the boundaries and developing content in which wasn't ever done such as every episode flashbacks, cartoon to real people cutscenes, killing 4th and 5th walls, aiming at the whole history of television, Family Guy pushed every single border you can think of and made it hilarious. The spell Family Guy has on television and entertainment fans will be forever and ever. The modern Simpson's, even Matt Groening acknowledged that Family Guy is one of the greatest. We own our modern sarcasms and societal comedy to shows like this.

[@steved8714]

You spelled South Park wrong so many times in that statement. Let's be honest, Family Guy has influenced a lot and several points you made are close to accurate, but boundary pushing was entirely brought on by Matt and Trey.

[@chrissiepurdy]

Christophaws Canopy......Completely agree. I know peoples taste in comedy is different, but how could anyone deny the ratings, the succes, the $BILLIONS it's made.

[@corbeau-_-]

@@steved8714 don't you mean the simpsons? Which was also sort of a rip-off. Most of this leans on charlie chaplin, though and he also had inspiration. I guess it depends on when you have been born... Creativity in nearly all cases is an improved imitation. Can we please not go down this rabbit hole?

[@corbeau-_-]

@@steved8714 🤣

[@lasthopelost9090]

I never liked the simpsons but family guy hooked me instead I can’t imagine my life with out it

[@Pyke_]

He's not only a great creator, but a amazing singer too

[@Ancaryvan]

🤣 Hear him singing, ended up as Brian imprints in my head.

[@alaskanhybrid1845]

Have you ever put Butter on a poptart? It Tastes so freakin good. Slaps.

[@eltonsalvador7620]

I love seth macfarlane, he always put us in a good mood and make us laugh

[@reeltimegamer7708]

Drinking beers in the freshman dorms & watching Family Guy before heading out for the night...those were the days. The first 3 seasons are pure gold 👍

[@hallquiche]

I'm in college right now, and that sounds like brilliant pregame. Have to try it.

[@lautaroescarlon7501]

Honestly i think the first 9 seasons are gold but maybe i just really like family guy

[@bottomtext4343]

@@lautaroescarlon7501 dude season 10-16 have some banger episodes where i just cant stop laughing

[@Alex-ry6cd]

Back in 2002. Great memories, brother.

[@CartoonLover9000]

I like seasons 1-5 of family guy Sometimes the modern episodes are good

[@DrSteveBrule552]

You can tell Seth is a historian of old radio cinema and television. He really is very smart and talented

[@ChrisGR93_TxS]

all i hear is Brian

[@hamidabasifar4306]

Seth MacFarlane is one of a kind in his own career .I recently started watching family guy and I regret why I didn't years ago. this guy is a genius in reflecting the social aspects in a comedy way. period

[@suplewis]

This guy single handedly founded nostalgia for me as a kid.

[@Poodle_Gun]

You should probably see a shrink for that.

[@nolantoohey5978]

One thing I really do love about family guy is how occasionally we see an entire musical-style segment in the show(Christmas time is killing us for example) and i like that Seth puts that in cause it’s cool to see sometimes

[@normang663]

This guys made an impact to so many teenagers and young adults in late 1990s and whole of 2000-2010 Best decade for cartoon comedies

[@Pinesol605]

Such a talented and articulate individual! Seth is an icon in his own right.

[@franklinpierce176]

He inspired me to pursue comedy. I failed miserably but thank you Seth for inspiring me to follow my dreams.

[@njr___147]

Don’t give up

[@willschneider4616]

The best part about The Orville is that it has the biting humor of Star Trek Voyager combined with the character-based drama of Family Guy.

[@Dilmahkana]

Sounds like Norm MacDonald joke

[@zenmexican9748]

I love the shows humor, kinda fills in Star Trek/ space balls show for my generation

[@FenceAKAGlasnost]

Ah, then there must be hundreds of cutaways in the movie

[@StrobeFireStudios]

I used to proper binge watch Family Guy while I was at University. I would second monitor it and just have it constantly playing. I would then walk around my house spouting quotes and my housemates would look at me skeptically. What a fantastic show

[@samuelthaddeus4950]

Lmao its like I'm listening to Brian talk the entire time. Haha mans a legend

[@Benjy1]

Is this dude gonna age ever

[@girlsnextdoor1895]

typically most men crack by 55 at the latest

[@tristenbrown4208]

He’s worth about $300M so I’m sure he’s got a good skin care routine lol

[@alexnather7614]

@@tristenbrown4208 yea if i was worth 300m id pay someone to be in my house before i wake up to do my facecare and a massage right after and a cook to make my breakfast

[@alexnather7614]

@@tristenbrown4208 and a maid to clean my house and a lawnservice to mow my lawn

[@yaboii7210]

He’s wearing makeup

[@edgar6368]

Family guy got me through some real tough times. Thanks Mr. Seth.

[@itsknighttime9572]

Yeah I doubt it. The show blows so stfu

[@Loregasmo]

Like that time they accused OJ of murdering his wife. Yeah right, he’s the JUIIIIIICE!

[@Jdowling357]

Me too

[@salvambala7779]

@@Loregasmo that was like 5 years before family guy came out

[@Jdowling357]

@@salvambala7779 he's probably talking about the episode in season 7

[@kcoreptiles5429]

The orville is pure genius. I loved all the startrek shows and this is as good as any of them and better in some episodes.

[@martindrengenxbox360]

This man worked on some of my favorite childhood cartoons. I never knew.... Thank you, Seth.

[@pooyab01]

So I guess people at GQ didn't know that "cool whip" animation they used is not the actual scene but a remake by a youtuber.

[@lildominator2953]

I wondered why it looked so weird

[@michaeltheguy2778]

maybe they didnt want it to get copyrightclaimed they all kinda looked weird

[@lildominator2953]

@@michaeltheguy2778 they were doing an interview with the creator 🤣 I don't think that wouldve been an issue

[@MedalionDS9]

Followed Seth through Family Guy, some of his other projects but The Orville is the one I am resonating with a lot these days because it harkens to the type of Sci-Fi show I grew up with, and pays respect to it as much as occasionally brings comedy to a situation that wasn't there before. Please watch The Orville... it's more than just a sci-fi comedy... it's become something more!

[@sarahovercash5338]

I love the Orville. Its been awhile that i have actually looked forward to watching than opposed to feeling like a chore to get through episodes. I look forward to new seasons

[@dranipani]

thanks for this interview.

[@MegaMalfurion]

Family Guy and American Dad have given me so many laughs, with unlimited rewatchability. Looking forward to the Ted show!

[@abdulaskink1683]

Seth is insanely well spoken

[@marvinzimmerman1878]

I feel like Seth is well spoken in ways we don't understand what we are doing and we are not able to make it to our wedding party and will not have a question about it.

[@ZombieGyrl2384]

His voice will permanently be engrained onto my brain - thank you for giving me so many laughs over the years =)

[@chandrangmakwana252]

Never stop American Dad, Roger is the best character ever!

[@yalguunhuuhen5915]

Y R U geh?

[@chandrangmakwana252]

@@yalguunhuuhen5915 why do you care and are scared of GEH?

[@CaptainBd456]

This dude and others like him are pushing comedy forward with an amazing mix of intelligence and low-brow humor. The world is a much better place with him in it and we must protect him.

[@kamoflajj7856]

Indeed. At all costs

[@aurawolf2221]

Seth is an absolute legend, his style of Comedy has meant a lot to me over the years! For anyone who hasn't seen The Orville, please give it a watch because I'd argue it's Seth's Magnum Opus.

[@zerohour6238]

I have to agree with you. It quickly became one of my favorite shows of all time. It really is a masterpiece and anyone not watching is honestly missing out.

[@aurawolf2221]

@@zerohour6238 I'm always happy to meet a Fellow MacFarlane fan!

[@jettison27]

He is so intelligent and well-spoken yet still able to explain and recount events so succinctly that anyone can follow it. He makes things that are extremely difficult look so effortless

[@niklasgs1470]

Really hope he can start write episodes again.

[@chicken4868]

More people needs to watch American Dad. That is one funny show.

[@brianb7996]

Maybe baby

[@strumptavianroboclick5596]

It's my favorite hands down.. Patrick Stewart kills it..

[@QueefAndBeef]

TBS needs to get with it and release more episodes!

[@qualinhunter6439]

Seth Macfarlane is one of my fave voice actors and he is a legend to me bc he’s just outrageous and funny