American Dad is a satirical animated television series that follows the daily life of Stan Smith, a CIA agent who works to protect his overly conservative family in suburban Virginia. The series often focuses on American politics and culture, and covers a wide range of topics such as terrorism, religion, and family values. The series follows the Smiths, a middle-class family with Stan and his wife Francine Smith, as well as their children Steve, Haley, and eventually baby daughter Hayley. Their next-door neighbor is a German exchange student named Klaus, and the series often involves the Smith family interacting with alien characters like Roger, the alien who lives in their attic. Stan is a stereotypical conservative man who often uses his role as a CIA agent to enforce his own fundamental beliefs on his family. In most episodes, Stan and his family get into some kind of trouble that weaves itself around a political topic. The African American characters, Stans boss, Bullock, and Francines best friend, Snot, provide comedic relief and bring in a racial perspective. The series has also featured guest stars like Seth MacFarlane, Ricky Gervais, and Allison Janney. American Dad has enjoyed a steady success, having been nominated for multiple awards over the years. The show has been praised for its satirical humor, irreverent take on national news and politics, and its themes of family values and gender roles.