Family Guy Halloween Special: Release date, Trailer, Guest stars, plot, & more About “Peter, Peter, Pumpkin Cheater”

Family Guy fans, prepare for a spooky treat as the Halloween Special “Peter, Peter, Pumpkin Cheater” is on the horizon. It marks the show’s latest venture into holiday-themed episodes. 

This time, the Griffins are tangled in Quahog’s annual Pumpkin Contest, with Peter and his friends doing everything in their power to dethrone the reigning champion. While this forms the core of the plot, the special also brings exciting guest stars, such as Glen Powell and British actor Derek Jacobi.

Recently, Hulu dropped an exciting trailer that teases all the chaos to come—from costume shopping to Stewie’s Frankenstein-esque experiments. It looks like the Halloween Special will blend pop culture parodies with the irreverent humor we’ve come to expect from Family Guy.

Do you want to know more about the Halloween Special episode? From plot twists to special appearances and hilarious Halloween antics, we’ve got all the details covered. Stay tuned as we’ll continue to update this space with more exciting insights leading up to its release!

Release date & Where to Watch

In celebration of Family Guy's 25th anniversary, the Halloween Special will premiere on Hulu on Monday, Oct. 14, 2024.

Plot

In the Halloween episode of Family Guy, Peter and his friends set their sights on dethroning the reigning champion, Patrick McCloskey, in Quahog’s annual Pumpkin Contest. Determined to win, they’ll use any means necessary to outdo their competition. This storyline was shared during Family Guy’s 25th-anniversary celebration panel at San Diego Comic-Con.

The special features the Griffin family visiting a Halloween store for a gag involving Peter's antics. The episode's main plot revolves around a Pumpkin Contest, where the iconic characters face off against champion Patrick McCloskey.

Things take a dark turn when Stewie's teddy bear Rupert comes to life and appears ready to go on a rampage. Stewie’s experiments cause further chaos as he cuts off the house’s electricity and Wi-Fi, leading to everyone's dismay.

Cast

• Alex Borstein as Lois Griffin
• Seth Green as Chris Griffin
• Mila Kunis as Meg Griffin
• Seth MacFarlane as Peter Griffin
• Patrick Warburton as Joe Swanson
• Arif Zahir as Cleveland Brown

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Guest Stars

• Glen Powell (Twisters, Top Gun: Maverick, Hit Man) as Patrick McCloskey

Rich Appel, the showrunner for Family Guy, shared his thoughts on Glen Powell's casting, explaining that the character is cocky, and he told Screen Rant, "Who better to play a cocky a**hole?" He added that Powell was the perfect fit for the role but hinted that we might not see much of him after the Halloween special.

• Derek Jacobi (Gosford Park, Gladiator) as the voice for Stewie’s teddy bear, Rupert.

Appel expressed his excitement about casting Derek Jacobi, saying, "The idea of having such a classically trained actor with a natural accent felt perfect for Stewie's partner."

Official Trailer

What’s next for Family Guy?

After the Halloween special, Family Guy will release a Christmas-themed episode. Fans are eagerly awaiting these episodes, especially as Fox has delayed the premiere of season 23 to midseason, marking the first time since 2005 that the show won't be on its fall schedule.

Despite the delay, Fox remains committed to the series. Creator Seth MacFarlane had previously considered ending Family Guy at its peak but ultimately decided to continue the show as long as it had a dedicated audience. “I don’t see a good reason to stop. People still love it. It makes people happy,” MacFarlane shared.

Season 23 promises fresh, creative storylines. Highlights include Peter struggling to throw a ball, Meg dating the giant chicken’s son, Chris going on a "Lord of the Rings"-inspired adventure, and Stewie embarking on a mission to return his stuffed bear, Rupert, to China. Additionally, the Griffin family will parody The White Lotus during a vacation where Stewie fears his new friends may sacrifice him.