Fri. Sep 5th, 2025

Lost 1998 “Family Guy” Pilot Episode Unearthed

In a surprising turn of events, the pilot episode of the animated series “Family Guy” from 1998, once thought to be lost forever, has resurfaced online. Internet users made this exciting discovery within the personal portfolio of animator Robert Paulson.

Robert Paulson`s LinkedIn profile confirms his involvement in the creation of this initial episode. The video, uploaded to his website in 2022, remained unnoticed for over two years before a curious user stumbled upon it. This 16-minute pilot shares a similar storyline with the official first episode but showcases a noticeably simpler level of graphic and animation quality.

“Family Guy,” a beloved animated sitcom, has been a staple on Fox since its official premiere in 1999. The show has grown to encompass 23 seasons and over 430 episodes, solidifying its place in television history.

By Callum Darby

Callum Darby, 34, based in Manchester. A former semi-professional Dota 2 player who transitioned into journalism. Specializes in statistical match analysis and tournament result predictions.

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