The series began as a series of shorts titled The Life of Larry and Larry & Steve , created by Seth MacFarlane during his time at the Rhode Island School of Design. When FOX greenlit the series, it premiered in early 1999, introducing the world to the dysfunctional Griffin family in the fictional town of Quahog, Rhode Island.
This season saw the show find its voice, introducing iconic side characters like Joe Swanson and the bumbling neighbor, Quagmire. Family Guy Season 1 2 3 - threesixtyp
The early seasons differed significantly from the modern "post-revival" era. Critics and fans often point to a few key differences: The series began as a series of shorts