The 15 Best Guest Stars On Family Guy, Ranked
Family Guy, the animated sitcom created by Seth MacFarlane, is known for its witty humor, pop culture references, and an impressive list of guest stars who have appeared on the show over the years. From movie stars to musicians, comedians, and even athletes, the show has featured a wide range of celebrities who have brought their unique personalities and talents to the show. Here, we’ve counted down the top 15 best guest stars on Family Guy, in no particular order, to celebrate their contributions to the show’s irreverent humor and endless entertainment.
15. Sir Ian McKellen as himself (Season 4, Episode 15: "E. Peterbus Unum")
The actor best known for his iconic roles in The Lord of the Rings and X-Men brings his gravitas and dry wit to the roles of himself, making his appearance in the episode "E. Peterbus Unum" a standout moment in the show’s history.
14. Alisha Boe as herself (Season 13, Episode 7: "Cutaway Landing Strips")
Best known for her roles in 13 Reasons Why and 7th Heaven, Alisha Boe brings her sarcastic humor to the episode "Cutaway Landing Strips," playing a version of herself who’s frustrated by the antics of the Griffin family.
13. Kate McKinnon as a villager (Season 12, Episode 14: "The New Adventures of Greg")
The Saturday Night Live star showcases her impressive vocal range as a villager in the episode "The New Adventures of Greg," interacting with the Griffin family in a series of hilarious sketches.
12. Danny DeVito as Bruce the performance artist (Season 11, Episode 12: "Mom’s the Word")
The Oscar-winning actor brings his signature charm to the role of Bruce, a provocative performance artist hired by Lois to help the Griffins deal with their issues in the episode "Mom’s the Word."
11. Bryan Cranston as Kent (Season 12, Episode 1: "Finders Keepers")
The Breaking Bad star shows off his impressive vocal range and sense of humor in the episode "Finders Keepers," playing a boss who becomes entangled in the lives of the Griffin family.
10. Sergej on himself (Season 13, Episode 14: "The New Adventures of Greg")
Russian-born Eugen Hüsnitcx, aka Sergey, delivers a series of hilarious voiceovers for the episode "The New Adventures of Greg," showcasing his silly impressions and humorous takes on Russian history.
9. Adam Carolla as himself (Season 9, Episode 14: "The Big Bang Theory")
The comedian and actor (of The Man Show fame) pops up in the episode "The Big Bang Theory," poking fun at himself as a has-been comedian trying to revive his career by appearing on the show.
8. Drew Barrymore as Brittany (Season 10, Episode 2: "Fresh Heifer")
The Oscar-winning actress and pop star plays a fun-loving, farm girl in the episode "Fresh Heifer," interacting with the Griffins in a series of comedic misadventures.
7. Nicki Minaj as (Season 12, Episode 12: "The Fresh Prince of Peter")
The Queen of Rap brings her signature sass and humor to the episode "The Fresh Prince of Peter," playing a version of herself who becomes Peter’s idol and is less than impressed by his attempt to create a rap album.
6. Hugh Jackman as himself (Season 5, Episode 15: "Patriot Games")
The X-Men star and Golden Globe winner shows off his singing and dancing skills in the episode "Patriot Games," playing a version of himself who’s desperate to sell his latest film project to Ryan Seacrest.
5. Neil Patrick Harris as himself (Season 10, Episode 15: "Bo difer")
The former Doogie Howser, M.D. and How I Met Your Mother star brings his quick wit and charming humor to the episode "Bo difer," playing a special guest at a dinner party who gets caught up in the Griffins’ antics.
4. Kelsey Grammer as himself (Season 8, Episode 10: "Dog Gone")
The Cheers and Frasier star plays a version of himself who’s trying to help Brian Griffin with his writing career in the episode "Dog Gone," showcasing his sharp wit and comedic timing.
3. Ricky Gervais as himself (Season 12, Episode 11: "Jurassic Pricks")
The comedian and co-creator of The Office UK brings his signature deadpan humor to the episode "Jurassic Pricks," poking fun at himself as a pompous, pretentious art collector trying to buy a rare painting from the Griffins.
2. Patrick Warburton as Joe Swanson (Season 2-7, 9-11, 13-15, 18-20, 22)
The Seinfeld and Less Than Perfect star brings his gruff, lovable cop persona to the show, appearing in numerous episodes throughout its run. His chemistry with the Griffin family is undeniable, making him a fan favorite.
1. Albert Brooks as Klaus Heissmann (Season 5, 6, 7, 14)
The Indian Jones and the Last Crusade star and Deconstructing Harry writer-director brings his signature neurotic energy to the role of Klaus, the lovable, eccentric, and German-accented dog who becomes a recurring character in the series. His interactions with Brian Griffin are some of the show’s most memorable moments.
While this list is by no means exhaustive, these 15 guest stars have left an indelible mark on the world of Family Guy, bringing their unique talents and personalities to the show and helping to make it one of the most beloved and irreverent animated sitcoms of all time.
