ABC’s ‘Shifting Gears’ Trailer Teases Tim Allen and Kat Dennings in a Turbulent Family Reunion

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ABC Unveils Trailer for New Comedy Series “Shifting Gears”

ABC has launched a trailer for its upcoming comedy series, Shifting Gears, featuring Tim Allen stepping back into his role as a father, albeit in a more complicated family dynamic.

Premiere and Plot Overview

 

The series, set to debut on January 8, follows Allen’s character, Matt, as he navigates a strained relationship with his adult daughter, Riley (played by Kat Dennings). After facing challenges in her life, Riley returns home with her two children (Maxwell Simkins and Barrett Margolis) and the classic Pontiac GTO she inherited from her father.

Tim Allen’s Return to ABC

 

Shifting Gears signifies Tim Allen’s return to ABC, where he previously starred in the iconic sitcom Home Improvement during the 1990s and led Last Man Standing for six seasons before it transitioned to Fox for an additional three seasons. ABC officially greenlit the series in July.

Supporting Cast and Production Team

 

The cast also features Daryl “Chill” Mitchell and Seann William Scott, who portray employees at Matt’s classic car restoration business.

Produced by 20th Television, Shifting Gears is helmed by showrunner Michelle Nader (known for 2 Broke Girls and Dollface). She serves as an executive producer alongside Allen, Marty Adelstein, Becky Clements, Richard Baker, Rick Messina, John Pasquin, Jim Patterson, Bob Daily, and John Amodeo. Dennings is also a producer, while Mike Scully and Julie Thacker Scully, who were involved in the show’s development, are executive producers for the pilot episode.

Watch the Trailer

 

Be sure to check out the trailer below.

 

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Tim Allen, Kat Dennings, Maxwell Simkins, Barrett Margolis, Daryl “Chill” Mitchell, Seann William Scott, Michelle Nader, Marty Adelstein, Becky Clements, Richard Baker, Rick Messina, John Pasquin, Jim Patterson, Bob Daily, John Amodeo, Mike Scully, Julie Thacker Scully

Company Names

ABC, 20th Television

Titles

Shifting Gears, Home Improvement, Last Man Standing, 2 Broke Girls, Dollface

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