Season 9 offers a mix of absurdity and occasional emotional depth. Episodes like “And Then There Were Fewer” experiment with mystery and suspense, while others return to formulaic chaos. Brian deals with issues like aging and existential dread, while Stewie explores his identity and mortality. The animation quality and musical numbers reach new heights. Peter becomes increasingly cartoonish and disconnected from logic, often pushing the limits of acceptable behavior. Meg begins to show more resentment toward her family, hinting at character depth beneath the abuse. Satire of pop culture and politics remains strong. The season feels both familiar and experimental.
