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Season 1 – The Jim Gaffigan Show

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Jim Gaffigan stars in this comedy series inspired by his real-life struggles to balance his family life with his stand-up comedy career. Gaffigan plays Jim, who is married to offbeat Catholic wife Jeannie, whose ex-boyfriend and confidante Daniel is Jim's biggest critic. Also in Jim's life are friend Dave, a single, aggressive comedian, and the family's priest, Father Nicholas. The New York-based comedy series features a lengthy list of celebrity cameos, including comedian Chris Rock, actor Steve Buscemi, TV host Keith Olbermann and actress Janeane Garofalo.
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Critics Consensus

The Jim Gaffigan Show benefits from an abundantly likable star in a setting that, albeit familiar, adds a new, natural energy to the standard struggling-dad-sitcom genre.

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Tim Grierson TheWrap Gaffigan exudes a relaxed, unpretentious air, no doubt helped by the dozens of TV shows and films on which he's appeared. But the dopey-guy persona he's crafted in his stand-up doesn't completely translate to a sitcom. Jul 17, 2015 Full Review Robert Lloyd Los Angeles Times Gaffigan... though it traveled from NBC to CBS (where two pilots were shot) before coming to rest at TV Land, does its work with ease, and with all the conviction and charm that easiness bestows. Jul 16, 2015 Full Review Gwen Ihnat AV Club What helps bring The Jim Gaffigan Show up to another level are its eponymous star and the cast he's chosen to surround himself with. Rated: B+ Jul 16, 2015 Full Review Randy Dankievitch TV Over Mind The Jim Gaffigan Show is exactly the comedy any fan of his stand-up would hope it would be, a heartwarming sitcom that doesn't try to reinvent the wheel. Mar 11, 2020 Full Review Kari Croop Common Sense Media If you're not a huge fan of Gaffigan's shtick, or don't find him and his family super-relatable, this subtle sitcom about marriage and urban parenting might not pack the laughs that will keep you coming back. Rated: 3/5 Jul 20, 2015 Full Review Ellen Gray Philadelphia Daily News Maybe there's an edgier Gaffigan crying to get out, but the edgiest thing about the show is its approach to his family's religion, which is matter-of-fact and specific. And wholly refreshing. Jul 20, 2015 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member I was more impressed with his stand up. This show seems like he's trying too hard to be funny. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member One of the best shows on TV! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review mrs g Much better, much funnier than gross LouisCK----did you catch that Fiasco on SNL---Louis C.K.'s 'SNL' Monologue About Child Molestation . Louis spoke about "GOOD CHILD MOLESTATION" he's not funny, he's gross. Thank God for JIM GAFFIGAN!!! great show Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Audience Member The Jim Gaffigan Show has a certain element of charm to it that starts strong and fizzles out a few episodes in. After investing in the series it becomes obvious that the scenario and many of the jokes the show plays on are rehashed material from myriad other 'comedian sitcoms' out there. The saving grace for this show lies in it's strong cast, which doubles as it's downfall as Gaffigan's own awkward and ill-inspired acting style pales in comparison to literally all of his colleagues. Wrap it up with an uninspired, contrived season finale that grasps at the oldest and most predictable trope it can get it's hands on, and this is a show that starts off with promise and devolves into a forgettable mess by the series conclusion. Solid light entertainment, but brings nothing new to the table whatsoever. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member The show itself is good with presenting clean comedy that is actually done really well. Though, some episodes seem to lack new material that actually is humorous without repeating the same jokes about food. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member unwatchable. Who wrote this - his wife.....oh...yeah... Rated 1 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Jim Gaffigan

Jim

Ashley Williams

Jeannie

Adam Goldberg

Dave

Michael Ian Black

Daniel

Tongai Arnold Chirisa

Father Nicholas

Vanessa Aspillaga

Blanca

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 15, 2015 Pilot Jim juggles his family, fatherhood, comedy and food. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 22, 2015 Red Velvet If You Please Jim tries to stop eating junk food and is then faced with his greatest challenge: a child's birthday cake; Dave is hung over and goes with Jim to a kid's birthday party, where he is mistaken as a homeless man. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 29, 2015 A Night at the Plaza Jim plans a romantic anniversary that includes a Broadway show and a hotel stay, but the night is interrupted. Details Episode 4 Aired Aug 5, 2015 In the Name of the Father Jim and Jeannie agree to dine with Daniel and his father in order to act as buffers; Dave joins the group for a wild night. Details Episode 5 Aired Aug 12, 2015 Super Great Daddy Day When Jim mixes up a drawing with a school application, he and Jeannie hope that the mistake goes unnoticed. Details Episode 6 Aired Aug 19, 2015 Go Shorty, It's Your Birthday Jim celebrates Dave's birthday instead of Jeannie's, and even though she told him not to give her a gift or celebrate, Jeannie gets upset. Details Episode 7 Aired Aug 26, 2015 My Friend the Priest When Jim is finally invited to do "The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon," Jeannie invites Father Nicholas along, making Jim more nervous. Details Episode 8 Aired Sep 2, 2015 Superdad Jim is called "superdad" in a magazine, and although Jeannie is happy for Jim, she is upset that there is no mention of her. Details Episode 9 Aired Sep 9, 2015 The Bible Story After picking up a large Bible for Jeannie on the way to a show, the paparazzi photographs Jim, creating a media frenzy about his faith. Details Episode 10 Aired Sep 16, 2015 Maria When Jeannie's baby sister goes on a date with Dave, Jeannie and Jim are determined to follow them and spy on the couple. Details Episode 11 Aired Sep 23, 2015 Wonderful After getting frustrated with sick, lice-infested children, Jim wishes that he never got married and became a father. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Jeff Lowell, Jim Gaffigan, Jeannie Gaffigan, Alex Murray, Sandy Wernick, Michael Wimer
Network
TV Land
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 15, 2015