Family Guy is an animated television show that airs on the Fox network. The show follows the lives of the Griffin family, including Peter, Lois, Meg, Chris, Stewie, and their talking dog Brian. Family Guy is known for its irreverent and often controversial humor, often tackling sensitive subjects and making fun of them. One recurring character on the show is Jesus Christ. Family Guy often portrays Jesus in a satirical and comedic light, with him appearing in various situations and using his divine powers for comedic effect. This portrayal of Jesus can be seen as both entertaining and offensive, depending on personal beliefs and sensibilities.
This portrayal of Jesus can be seen as both entertaining and offensive, depending on personal beliefs and sensibilities. In some episodes, Jesus is depicted as a friend or advisor to the Griffin family, offering them guidance or assistance in their various predicaments. However, in typical Family Guy fashion, these encounters often result in humorous or unexpected outcomes.
Fox Blasphemes Jesus Christ in Airing Family Guy’s ‘2,000 Year Old Virgin’ Episode
Concerns are being raised over an episode of “Family Guy” that aired on Fox this past weekend, the parent company of Fox News Network and Fox Entertainment Group, which blasphemes Jesus Christ by mocking his purity and depicting the Messiah as desiring to lose his virginity with another man’s wife.
“The 2,000 Year Old Virgin” was broadcast on Fox on Saturday, and was meant to be the Christmas version of “Family Guy,” an animated sitcom that often features off-color humor known to push the envelope. The show is produced by Fuzzy Door Productions, run by atheist Seth McFarlane, and 20th Century Fox Television, run by Jewish President David Madden. Fox was acquired in 1985 by Rupert Murdoch’s News Corporation, who also publishes both the NIV Bible and The Satanic Bible through his ownership of Zondervan and Harper Collins.
In the controversial episode, “Family Guy” character Peter Griffin learns that Jesus is a virgin, and in a similar plot as the film “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” sets out to help the Messiah lose His virginity.
“After running into Jesus at the Quahog Mall, Peter is stunned to discover that the Son of God is still a virgin,” a description of the episode outlines. “So, he enlists Quagmire and Cleveland to help him throw Jesus the best birthday ever by finding a way to help him become a man.”
When Jesus, who is played by Alec Sulkin and depicted as a man with long hair who goes out with the guys for a beer, selects Peter’s wife Lois, Peter agrees under the condition that he receive a massage chair.
The episode then depicts Jesus as lying about his virginity—that he only tells men that he is a virgin so that he can have sexual relations with their wives in exchange for gifts. As Jesus and Lois rent a hotel room together, Lois pulls out of the situation, stating that she doesn’t want anyone other than her husband. At the end of the broadcast after Peter and Lois thank Jesus for teaching them a lesson about resisting temptation, Jesus declares, “Who cares? I’m not even real. Merry Christmas.”
During a commentary on the broadcast in Season 4, creator McFarlane spoke on his hatred for Christianity.
“Do I have that much contempt for Christianity? I guess maybe I do,” he said. “The Big Bang has got a lot of support, live with it.”
“I do not believe in God. I’m an atheist,” he stated in a separate interview. “I consider myself a critical thinker, and it fascinates me that in the 21st century most people still believe in, as George Carlin puts it, ‘the invisible man living in the sky.'”
But McFarlane’s latest episode has disgusted even those who identify as fans of the often controversial sitcom, as they state that “Family Guy” has gone too far.
“This is thirty minutes of a ticked off anti-Christian making sure the world understands that he hates Jesus,” one commenter on IMDB wrote. “It was all about Seth MacFarlane forcing his views down our collective throats.”
“This is the first time I’ve stopped watching a Family Guy episode less than a quarter way through,” another wrote. “It’s absolutely sickening what they did.”
Some called for Fox to pull the broadcast before it aired, but it was given airtime anyway. The full episode also remains posted on the Fox website.
Editor’s Note: Those wishing to express objection to Fox airing the blasphemous “2,000 Year Old Virgin” episode of “Family Guy” may call Fox Entertainment Group at 310-369-3801 to leave a message for Deanna Harris, the assistant of President David Madden, or email [email protected] Please be kind and respectful in expressing your objection.
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Concerns are being raised over an episode of “Family Guy” that aired on Fox this past weekend, the parent company of Fox News Network and Fox Entertainment Group, which blasphemes Jesus Christ by mocking his purity and depicting the Messiah as desiring to lose his virginity with another man’s wife.
It is important to note that Family Guy's portrayal of Jesus is intended to be comedic and is not meant to offend or disrespect any religious beliefs. The show uses humor as a way to comment on societal and cultural issues, often through exaggerated and satirical means. Family Guy has been praised for its clever writing and sharp social commentary, but it has also faced criticism for its controversial jokes and irreverent humor. The show walks a fine line between satire and offensiveness, and its portrayal of Jesus is no exception. In conclusion, Family Guy's portrayal of Jesus as a comedic character is a reflection of the show's irreverent and satirical nature. While some viewers may find it entertaining, others may find it offensive or disrespectful. It is ultimately up to individual viewers to decide how they feel about the show's comedic approach to sensitive subjects, including religion and religious figures..
Reviews for "Jesus as a Satirical Trickster Figure in Family Guy"
1. Jennifer - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Family Guy Jesus Magic". I have always enjoyed the show's clever humor and biting satire, but this episode just fell flat for me. The storyline seemed aimless and unfocused, and the jokes were repetitive and uninspired. The plotline involving Jesus using magic powers felt forced and out of place, and it lacked the clever wit and social commentary that I have come to expect from "Family Guy". Overall, I found this episode to be a miss and not up to the show's usual standards.
2. Mark - 1 star - "Family Guy Jesus Magic" was honestly one of the worst episodes I have seen from this series. The humor felt lazy and uninspired, relying too heavily on shock value and offensive jokes rather than clever wit. The portrayal of Jesus using magic powers was disrespectful and distasteful, and it showed a lack of creativity on the part of the writers. I found it hard to even finish watching this episode, as the humor felt forced and the storyline lacked any substance. I hope that future episodes of "Family Guy" can return to the show's previous quality.
3. Samantha - 2 stars - As a long-time fan of "Family Guy", I was highly disappointed in "Family Guy Jesus Magic". The humor in this episode felt forced and repetitive, with a reliance on offensive jokes that lacked the clever satire I enjoy from the show. The plotline involving Jesus using magic powers seemed like a desperate attempt to shock and grab attention rather than a well-thought-out storyline. Overall, this episode lacked the wit and humor that I have come to associate with "Family Guy" and left me feeling unsatisfied.
4. Michael - 2 stars - "Family Guy Jesus Magic" was a miss for me. The episode seemed to rely too heavily on shock value and offensive jokes, rather than the clever and witty humor that I love from "Family Guy". The storyline felt weak and unoriginal, and the use of Jesus as a character using magic powers felt like a cheap attempt at creating controversy for the sake of ratings. Overall, I was left disappointed by this episode and hope that future episodes can redeem the show's reputation for its clever humor.