The video discusses the concept of "clones" in media, specifically in the context of adult animated shows. The creator argues that simply having a similar art style or premise to another show does not necessarily make it a clone. They examine several shows that have been labeled as "Family Guy clones," including Brickleberry, Paradise PD, and Border Town. The creator criticizes these shows for lacking originality and relying on tired jokes and stereotypes. They also mention The Cleveland Show, which they consider to be a poor attempt at creating a spin-off of Family Guy. However, they note that Seth MacFarlane's other show, American Dad, is able to stand on its own despite being similar to Family Guy. The video concludes with the creator stating that being original and not derivative is key to creating a good show.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The term "clone" is often used to describe a show or game that is similar to another.
2. Family Guy was revived in 2005 and became one of the most popular adult animated shows.
3. Many adult animated comedies were influenced by Family Guy's success.
4. Brickleberry is an adult animated comedy that premiered in 2012.
5. Brickleberry was created by Daniel Tosh and features a colorful cast of characters.
6. The show is set in a national park and follows the wacky mishaps of the park rangers.
7. Brickleberry has a similar art style to Family Guy.
8. Paradise PD is another adult animated comedy that premiered in 2018.
9. Paradise PD was created by Waco O'Guin and Roger Black and features a similar cast of characters to Brickleberry.
10. The show is set in a police department and follows the adventures of the officers.
11. Border Town is an adult animated comedy that premiered in 2016.
12. Border Town was created by Mark Hentemann and features a similar premise to Family Guy.
13. The show is set on the US-Mexico border and follows the adventures of a border patrol agent.
14. Forget About It is an adult animated comedy that premiered in 2017.
15. Forget About It was created by Seth MacFarlane and features a similar premise to Family Guy.
16. The show is set in a witness protection program and follows the adventures of a family.
17. The Cleveland Show is an adult animated comedy that premiered in 2009.
18. The Cleveland Show was created by Seth MacFarlane and features a similar premise to Family Guy.
19. The show is set in Cleveland's hometown and follows the adventures of Cleveland and his family.
20. American Dad is an adult animated comedy that premiered in 2005.
21. American Dad was created by Seth MacFarlane and features a similar premise to Family Guy.
22. The show is set in the suburban town of Langley Falls and follows the adventures of CIA agent Stan Smith and his family.