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Family Guy Holiday Special: First look, Release date, Voice cast, plot, & Everything we know About “Gift of the White Guy”
Exciting news for Family Guy fans—the much-anticipated holiday special, Gift of the White Guy, is set to bring festive cheer and the Griffins' unique holiday chaos to Hulu.
Fresh off the recent Halloween special, Peter, Peter Pumpkin Cheater, this new Christmas episode promises classic Family Guy shenanigans with a holiday twist.
Just released first-look images offer a glimpse of what’s in store. From Peter sporting a festive sweater with his coworkers to the Griffins exchanging gifts, these shots hint at the kind of heartwarming and hilarious moments that Family Guy has made famous.
In this article, we dive into everything we know about the upcoming Family Guy holiday special, from the plot and voice cast to behind-the-scenes details. Get ready for an in-depth look at this festive adventure—and check back for all the latest updates as new information becomes available!
Release date & Where to Watch
The holiday special, "Gift of the White Guy," will debut on Hulu on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024.
Plot
In the upcoming Family Guy holiday special, titled "Gift of the White Guy," Peter faces a comedic dilemma when he needs to retrieve Lois’ cherished Christmas brooch, which he mistakenly gave away in a White Elephant exchange. Meanwhile, Stewie undergoes a surprising shift in behavior upon discovering he's on Santa’s Naughty List, putting a festive spin on his usual mischievous antics.
The episode brings Family Guy’s classic humor with a holiday twist, as Stewie’s typical dastardly attitude softens for Christmas—a theme the show’s writers have explored before but through a new festive lens.
Family Guy fans know the series often shines with its Christmas episodes, as seen in past hits like “Road to the North Pole.” This new installment is poised to deliver the same mix of satire and heartfelt moments, much like Family Guy’s recent Halloween special on Hulu, where Rupert the Teddy Bear came to life to reveal secrets to Stewie.
Voice cast
- Seth MacFarlane as Peter, Stewie, and Brian Griffin; Glenn Quagmire
- Alex Borstein as Lois Griffin
- Seth Green as Chris Griffin
- Mila Kunis as Meg Griffin
- Arif Zahir as Cleveland Brown
Official Trailer
On Nov. 13, 2024, Hulu released the official trailer for the Family Guy holiday special. The clip showcased Peter and his friends going on a heist to get the one thing he desires. Expected and unexpected hijinks follow! Check out the trailer below:
On Nov. 21, 2024, a promo clip was released showing Peter and his family getting ready to start decorating their home for Christmas. Peter becomes paranoid about Christmas shopping and getting the perfect gift. Check it out below:
What’s next for Family Guy?
As Family Guy celebrates its 25th anniversary, fans still have plenty to look forward to. Season 23 of the iconic animated series is expected to premiere on Fox sometime in 2025, although a specific release date hasn’t been confirmed yet. While details on the episode count are under wraps, we’ll likely see a full season—and potentially even more special episodes streaming on Hulu.
In the meantime, Family Guy recently treated fans to a Halloween special on Hulu. Peter Griffin even made an unforgettable cameo on Hot Ones, the popular talk show known for its hot-wing challenges. In this hilarious crossover, Peter became the first animated character on Hot Ones to experience an unfortunate bout of diarrhea after downing an entire bottle of hot sauce—a fittingly outrageous moment for Family Guy fans to enjoy as they await the next season.
Behind the Scenes
Seth MacFarlane, the creator of Family Guy, also serves as an executive producer for the series alongside Rich Appel, Alec Sulkin, Steve Callaghan, Tom Devanney, Danny Smith, Kara Vallow, Mark Hentemann, Patrick Meighan, and Alex Carter. Appel and Sulkin additionally work as showrunners for the long-running series, which is produced by 20th Television Animation.
Family Guy made history as the second animated show to receive an Emmy nomination for Best Comedy Series. First airing in January 1999, the show was initially canceled after three seasons but gained popularity through reruns on Adult Swim and DVD sales, leading to its revival by Fox in 2005. Over the years, it has become one of the longest-running and most popular animated series on television.
MacFarlane, who lends his voice to characters like Peter, Stewie, Brian, and Quagmire, has won several Emmy Awards for his performances, with wins in 2016, 2017, and 2019. He also received nominations from 2013 to 2015 and again in 2018 and 2021. Alex Borstein, who voices Lois Griffin, won the Emmy for voice-over performance in 2018 and was nominated again in 2024.
Recently, Family Guy celebrated its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of success and cultural impact.
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