Continuity mistake: As Brian is saying "OK, you know what, fine, you are a genius", the glass of water disappears. (00:05:55)
Continuity mistake: When Tom Tucker is hit by Peter, his (Tom) left foot is facing his right knee. When the shot moves to include the hooker his left foot is now facing away from his right knee. (00:11:10)
Continuity mistake: Just after Lois decides to get rid of Chris's pimple, the pimple changes position in relation to Chris's hair. (00:09:30)
Continuity mistake: When Chris is sitting on his bed talking to Doug, the squares on his quilt pattern get smaller. (00:15:05)
Other mistake: In season 4 episode 7, 'Brian the Bachelor'. Cleveland is sitting in a chair in a waiting room and is getting really nervous. Peter tries to help him by tying him to a chair and when that doesn't work, he takes off all of their clothes. Peter ties Cleveland's hands to the arms of the chair and then takes Cleveland's clothes off. He couldn't have taken the shirt off while Cleveland's hands were tied to something without untying him or ripping the shirt, which he didn't do.
Continuity mistake: The interior of the Griffins' bathroom changes color (from yellow to blue), when Chris first talks to his pimple.
Revealing mistake: When Brian tells Brooke "I understand", after he thought he was being rejected, his left ear disappears for a single frame.
Factual error: Quagmire spikes Brooks drink. She takes a drink and immediately passes out. The pill didn't even dissolve let alone get in her system long enough for her to pass out.
8 Simple Rules for Buying My Teenage Daughter - S4-E8
Continuity mistake: Just as Lois walks in asking who wants chowder, Chris' position changes completely in an instant. (00:06:10)
8 Simple Rules for Buying My Teenage Daughter - S4-E8
Continuity mistake: When Lois is interviewing the first babysitters her clipboard disappears. (00:07:15)
Breaking Out Is Hard to Do - S4-E9
Continuity mistake: When the Griffins are discovered by Joe, Peter switches from his Sumo outfit to his regular outfit in a matter of seconds.
Continuity mistake: When Stewie mentions to Brian about his "Life's a beach" mug, the squares on his calender keep changing size.
Answer: Lacey Chabert was the actress who originally voiced Meg in early episodes. She left of her own accord due to being in school and other acting work; Seth MacFarlane has stated there was no tension with her leaving, but it makes for a handy joke for the show.
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