Gary Unmarried

A recently divorced couple shares custody of their two children while starting new relationships.

Gary Unmarried (2008-2010) is a US network family sitcom created by Ed Yeager for CBS. Jay Mohr plays Gary Brooks, a recently divorced man who shares custody of his two children, Tom and Louise, with his ex-wife Allison, played by Paula Marshall. The engine of the series is the awkward, often comic friction of two former spouses trying to co-parent while each steps back into dating. Each episode is built from everyday custody handoffs, new romantic prospects, and the tensions that spill over between the households, with a supporting cast that includes Al Madrigal and Keegan-Michael Key. Running for two seasons and 37 episodes in a multi-camera format, the show is a light, warm and breezy comedy with a gentle, cozy feel rather than a harsh one. Its domestic focus and sitcom rhythm will appeal to viewers who enjoy the relationship humor of Modern Family and the romantic misadventures of Coupling. Set in contemporary suburban America, it offers a comforting look at family life after a split, and its cancellation leaves the blended family's story unfinished.

Critics found Gary Unmarried a competent but unremarkable multi-camera family sitcom, with its cast's chemistry offsetting familiar setups.

• Modern Familyshared sitcom tones and co-parenting domestic comedy
• Couplingshared divorced parents navigating new relationships in a multi-camera family comedy
• Less Than Perfectshared divorced-parent family sitcom with custody and dating storylines

Created by

Ed Yeager

Release Date

2008-09-24

Episode runtime

22 min

Rating

6.7 / 10 (46)

What is Gary Unmarried about?

A recently divorced man and his ex-wife share custody of their two children while both try dating again.

What is Gary Unmarried like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Gary Unmarried as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as simple.

Is Gary Unmarried violent?

No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Gary Unmarried.

What did critics think of Gary Unmarried?

Critics found Gary Unmarried a competent but unremarkable multi-camera family sitcom, with its cast's chemistry offsetting familiar setups.

Which shows are like Gary Unmarried?

Shows with a similar feel include Modern Family, Coupling, and Less Than Perfect.

How long is Gary Unmarried?

Gary Unmarried: 2 seasons, 37 episodes.

Is Gary Unmarried still running?

No, Gary Unmarried was canceled.

Where can I watch Gary Unmarried?

In United States, Gary Unmarried is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home.