Family Guy season 17 episode 4 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Stewie, dressed as a cat, feels belittled at a party and by Brian. In retaliation, he shrinks Brian, but accidentally shrinks both of them. They face household dangers, befriend microscopic water bears, and strike a deal for water. An exterminator threatens their lives, but they manage to return to normal size using Stewie's laptop. The episode concludes with Stewie accidentally killing the water bears while fulfilling his promise, blending humor and adventure with pop culture references.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What costume does Stewie wear at the beginning of the episode?
Stewie dresses up as a calico cat named Humphrey.
Why is Stewie disappointed at the birthday party?
He was too small for most activities and received a lackluster goodie bag.
How does Stewie shrink Brian?
Stewie uses a machine to shrink Brian's molecular structure.
What household dangers do Stewie and Brian encounter when shrunk?
They face dust mites and nearly get sucked up by a vacuum cleaner.
Who are the water bears?
Water bears are tiny creatures living in the carpet that Stewie and Brian meet.
What deal do Stewie and Brian make with the water bears?
They promise to provide water to the water bears in exchange for help.
What is the exterminator's gag in the episode?
He is a parody of a Terminator, with references to the movie series.
How do Stewie and Brian return to their normal size?
They use Stewie's laptop to activate the shrink ray remotely.
What happens to the water bears at the end?
They accidentally get killed by Stewie when he provides them with water.
Who saves Stewie and Brian from a rat?
A tiny version of Tom Cruise saves them.
What is the tone of the episode?
The episode has a humorous and adventurous tone with parodies and character banter.
What lesson does Stewie learn in this episode?
The episode focuses more on humor and adventure than on a specific moral lesson.
Are there any pop culture references in the episode?
Yes, there are references to Tom Cruise, The Terminator, and other cultural elements.
How do Stewie and Brian interact with each other in their shrunken state?
They bicker but work together to navigate the dangers and return to normal size.
What is the final scene of the episode?
Stewie and Brian accidentally kill the water bear community, ending on a humorous note.