TV
BBC to air 'Family Guy', 'American Dad'
Published Thursday, Oct 21 2004, 13:32 BST | By Neil Wilkes
The BBC has acquired the rights to air three new comedy series in a deal with US broadcaster FOX.
The corporation has picked up the exclusive UK TV rights to new comedy American Dad, which follows typical US dad Stan Smith and his unique family as they strive to cope in a world that seems increasingly stressful.
Also included are the exclusive rights to season four of Family Guy and season two of Arrested Development.
"These three comedies have very distinctive takes on family life but they are all equally funny," said Sue Deeks, head of acquisition at the BBC. "We are delighted to be bringing them to BBC Television."
The corporation has picked up the exclusive UK TV rights to new comedy American Dad, which follows typical US dad Stan Smith and his unique family as they strive to cope in a world that seems increasingly stressful.
Also included are the exclusive rights to season four of Family Guy and season two of Arrested Development.
"These three comedies have very distinctive takes on family life but they are all equally funny," said Sue Deeks, head of acquisition at the BBC. "We are delighted to be bringing them to BBC Television."
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