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Cars, cursing, and crude jokes in dad-daughter sitcom.
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Shifting Gears
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What's the Story?
Matt (Tim Allen) and Riley (Kat Dennings) are SHIFTING GEARS. While Matt runs a car shop and struggles to process his wife's death, his estranged daughter Riley suddenly pulls into the garage. She's recently divorced her husband and is restarting life with her two kids in tow. With no money and no assets, she begrudgingly turns to her dad for help, and he begrudgingly lets her stay. Will the relationship between the two get a jump start, or is it beyond repair?
Is It Any Good?
This series sets off on a sputtering start and struggles to find its pace through jokes, current events, and heart-warming moments. Allen and Denning's chemistry as father and daughter in Shifting Gears has potential, but it's overall static (in the love and hate department). Despite the language and suggestive humor, this series is suitable for most viewers.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the relationship between Matt and Riley. What positive aspects are there in their relationship? What are the negative aspects? How does this shift throughout the series?
How do Matt and Riley demonstrate communication, compassion, and empathy? Why are these important character strengths?
TV Details
- Premiere date : January 8, 2025
- Cast : Tim Allen , Kat Dennings , Seann William Scott
- Networks : ABC , Hulu
- Genre : Comedy
- Character Strengths : Communication , Compassion , Empathy
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- Last updated : February 19, 2025
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