The King Is Dead

This episode isn't as good as the rest in the season, but there is still a coherent story (missing from current season) with some funny jokes. In short peter takes overs Lois's shot at directing a play. Peter makes it ridiculous and you can imagine what happens next.

I think this is the beginning of peter going from somewhat mentally stable to mentally unstable. Previous he makes jokes that are witty but you start to see his actions/jokes making him a mentally unsound. It's not a "one joke to set up the episode" like Peter writing "deceased" and death coming in the previous episode. This is Peter being dumb and dumber through out and taking it another step each joke.

Still, a humorous episode from family guy old, however this could fit in with recent family guy and you would only notice because of the animation.

The writing for this episode doesn't feel quite as strong as some before it, but it's still a great time. It feels like a product of the times, like a time capsule back to 2000.

Story: 7/10 In The King Is Dead, the Griffins attend a party hosted by Peter's idol, Elvis Presley, only to find that they become involved in a series of comedic events revolving around the death of Elvis. While the plot is a bit outlandish, it stays consistent with Family Guy's absurd humor. The Elvis angle adds a unique twist, but it doesn't feel as strong as some of the show's more outrageous plots. The episode is fun but not as memorable as some others in the season.

Characters: 7/10 Peter is his usual clueless self, and Lois plays the role of the straight man. Stewie's antics add some unexpected moments, though his involvement isn't as significant as in other episodes. Meg and Chris have minimal screen time, which is a bit disappointing. The guest appearances by Elvis and the other supporting characters are funny, but don't elevate the characters to the level they could have reached.

Humor: 7/10 The humor in The King Is Dead is solid but doesn't reach the peak of Family Guy's best moments. There are a few laugh-out-loud gags, especially involving Peter's ignorance and Stewie's manipulation, but some jokes feel a little forced. The humor lands for the most part, but it's not as sharp as in some of the earlier episodes. Still, there's enough here to keep fans entertained.

Pacing: 7/10 The pacing is decent, but at times, the episode feels a little uneven. There are moments when the plot stalls a bit, and the jokes start to feel like filler. That being said, the episode doesn't drag, and the humor helps keep things moving forward. The pacing is fine overall but lacks the energy that makes Family Guy's best episodes so engaging.

Writing: 7/10 The writing is solid, but it doesn't feel as fresh as some of the earlier episodes in the season. The Elvis-related jokes are fun, but the overall narrative feels somewhat predictable. The gags are still funny, but the writing doesn't offer as many unexpected twists or sharp critiques of pop culture. It's a standard Family Guy episode, but it doesn't push the boundaries of the show's usual humor.

Animation: 7/10 The animation is typical Family Guy fare-nothing special, but it gets the job done. The animation helps bring the characters and humor to life, though it doesn't stand out in any particular way in this episode. The designs for Elvis and the other characters are amusing but not groundbreaking.

Voice Acting: 7/10 The voice acting is, as always, a strong point for Family Guy. Seth MacFarlane delivers his usual excellent performance as Peter and Stewie, while the rest of the cast continues to play their roles well. The voice work is sharp, but there's nothing here that stands out as particularly memorable. The guest voices for Elvis and the other minor characters add some fun, but they don't steal the show.

Final Verdict: 7/10 The King Is Dead is an enjoyable episode, but it doesn't hit the same highs as some of Family Guy's best. The plot is fun and features a unique Elvis twist, but the humor doesn't feel as fresh. The pacing is decent, but the episode lags at points, and the writing doesn't offer the usual surprises. Overall, it's a solid but forgettable entry in the series.

*Review Disclaimer: I originally watched this episode when I was like 12*

This may not be the best plot for a family guy episode. However, it does have the funniest cut away gags I believe in all of the show.

Like I said in the disclaimer, I watched this when I was 12. Nevertheless, I re-watched this episode recently and laughed just as hard like I was an immature kid all over again.

Simple plot: lois becomes director of The King and I Musical. Peter tries out but doesn't make the cut. Lois makes Peter "Producer" Peter screws up the whole show.

Tangent here, I'm honestly surprised at how mediocre the ratings of the first 2 seasons are. Especially when they have objectively the best jokes in the show.

Wraping up a review no one will see of a episode no one remembers from 14 years ago