Family Guy - Season 8 -

: Though technically the Season 9 premiere, it was produced as part of the Season 8 production cycle. This hour-long murder mystery permanently killed off several recurring characters, including Muriel Goldman and Diane Simmons. Controversies and Landmarks

: A rare "bottle episode" that broke the show's standard format by having no cutaway gags and only featuring the two titular characters trapped in a bank vault. It is noted for its dark, dramatic tone and exploration of Brian's depression. Family Guy - Season 8

Family Guy Season 8 is often cited by fans as a turning point for the series, featuring a mix of highly experimental storytelling and some of the show's most controversial content. It was the first season produced after the 2007–2008 writers' strike and the first to be broadcast in high definition. : Though technically the Season 9 premiere, it

: This season introduced Quagmire's father, Dan Quagmire, who undergoes a gender transition to become Ida Davis in the episode " Quagmire's Dad ". It was also the first season to feature the cast without Cleveland Brown, who left for his own spin-off. It is noted for its dark, dramatic tone