All The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel References in Family Guy
Family Guy totally nailed all the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel references.
Surprisingly, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Family Guy have something in common. Alex Borstein, known for her role as Susie Myerson in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel has a long-standing connection with Family Guy. She is the voice behind Lois Griffin.
But the connection doesn't end there. Daniel Palladino, one of the key figures behind The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, also has ties to Family Guy. He is the show’s producer.
It's always a treat for fans when their favorite shows reference each other, and we all know that Family Guy has a knack for it. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel was no exception. Here are the most marvelous nods to the show found in Family Guy.
Stewie's Emmy Dreams
In the 2nd episode of season 19, our beloved baby genius, Stewie, has a talk with Susie Myerson, portrayed by Alex Borstein, so he can join the cast during the Primetime Emmy Awards.
Peter's Boxing Match
In the 20th episode of season 19, Peter reminisces about his boxing days, specifically a match against the world champion Marvelous Marvin Mrs. Maisel. While the name is a playful twist, Peter's story ends with him claiming the championship title.
The Marvelous Mrs. Mazel Tov
After setting up Quagmire with an unexpected wedding engagement in the 3rd episode of season 20, Peter exclaims "Mazel Tov". Mazel Tov is a Jewish phrase used to express congratulations on a happy and significant occasion.
When Lois questions his choice of words, Peter cheekily mentions "The Marvelous Mrs. Mazel Tov."
HBO-No Confusion
Lois wonders if The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel airs on HBO in the episode titled HBO-No. Peter, always the one with a quip, points out that it's available where people buy sweatpants and cat food, hinting at Amazon and Amazon Prime.
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Returns the Favor
The love isn't one-sided. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel also gave a nod to Family Guy in its series finale. Fans with a keen ear might have caught a reference to a classic Family Guy scene.
Alex Borstein confirmed this playful homage. She recalled a memorable Family Guy moment where Stewie repeatedly calls out to Lois: "Mom, mommy, mom, mom, mama, mom, Lois, mommy".
Borstein mentioned that this scene was in her mind when filming a particular sequence for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.
Source: EW