American Dad has 20 seasons in its 18 year long run.
American Dad! Is an American animated sitcom created by comedian Seth MacFarlane, Mike Barner, and Matt Weitzman for Fox. The series later moved to TDS in the year 2014 and continues to air new episodes to this day. The series received massive critical acclaim over the years and is regarded as one of the best-animated sitcoms ever produced. The show stars Seth MacFarlane, Wendy Shaal, Scott Grimes, Rachel MacFarlane, Dee Bradley Baker, and Jeff Fischer.
What is ‘American Dad!’ About?
The first time American Dad! appeared on the screen of Fox in February 2005, and afterwards, TBS in 2014. The show specializes in satire, critical observation of society, and ridiculous plots.
The plot of the show revolves around Stan Smith, an old-fashioned and staunch patriot who leads the Smith family. Other people in this family include his wife, Francine, a stay-at-home mom, two kids–Hayley, an ultra-liberal college student, and Steve, a socially awkward teenager and an uncommon alien they call Roger, who lives with them.
Additionally, there's Klaus, a goldfish with the brain of an East German Olympic skier, who was once a human. "American Dad!" often parodies various aspects of American culture, politics, and society, tackling current events and issues humorously and exaggeratedly. The show uses its characters to explore different themes and satirize political ideologies while delving into the dynamics of family relationships.
It is remarkable that the series explores unusual subject matters and does not hesitate to take risks. American Dad!’s humor can be edgy with a dry tone, and the show has excellent writing and sharp banter. Compared to other animated sitcoms like “South Park,” which is mainly episodic, American Dad tends to follow certain continuities within the show.
Who is Seth MacFarlane?
Seth MacFarlane is an American singer, animator, writer, producer, director, and actor. Born on October 26, 1973, in Kent, USA. MacFarlane has been widely recognized through “Family Guy,” a TV show that started airing in 1999 and soon became popular due to its rude humor and satire directed towards American society.
Apart from “Family Guy,” Seth MacFarlane also developed and offered other successful animated serials such as “American Dad!”, 2005 and “The Cleveland Show” in 2009. He always has a separate sense of humor, including a great mixture of cultural references, cutaway jokes, and satire.
In addition to his animation job, MacFarlane has tried his hand on some live-action projects. In 2017, he created, developed, and acted in a live-action TV series, “The Orville,” a science fiction comedy-drama.
He is a good voice-over actor who uses his voice for different characters in his cartoons. He has won several Emmy and Annie Awards, acknowledging his contribution to the entertainment world. MacFarlane has also worked on films besides TV shows. He starred as the lead in the movies “Ted (2012)” and “Ted 2” (2015), which he also wrote and directed. He was also the host of the Oscars in 2013.
FAQs
A. The IMDb rating of ‘American Dad!’ is 7.4.
A. Seth MacFarlane is 50 years old.
A. Steve Smith is played by Scott Grimes.
