Network: FOX
Episodes: Eight (half-hour)
Seasons: One
TV show dates: March 27, 2014 — May 15, 2014
Series status: Cancelled
Performers include: Christopher Meloni, Rachael Harris, Connor Buckley, Claudia Lee, Kevin Hernandez, and Tyler Foden.
TV show description:
Set in the 1990s, this single-camera comedy is based on the autobiographical book I Suck at Girls by Justin Halpern (Sh*t My Dad Says).
Jack Dunlevy (Christopher Meloni) is an ex-military oncologist who’s also a no-bull kind of guy. He sees little, if any, need to sugar-coat the truth. Jack’s been a typical working dad who left most of the parenting to his stay-at-home wife. But now, his wife Joanne (Rachael Harris) is starting law school and this leaves Jack as a full-time parent for the very first time.
Their teenage son Frankie (Connor Buckley) is just starting his freshman year in high school. He’s quick-witted but unsure of himself and just wants to fly under the radar. But over the summer, he grew 10 inches, threw a no-hitter against a rival team, and started to attract girls. These events started getting him noticed which put him in some awkward situations that he wasn’t ready for.
No matter how embarrassing Frankie’s situations are, Jack is there to pick up the pieces and lead his son to manhood — with the least gentle hand possible. Although Jack may be unorthodox and unfiltered, his intentions are always good however and he’s Frankie’s only resource right now.
Even more confusing to Jack is his daughter, Rachel (Claudia Lee), a gorgeous and super-smart 17-year-old high school junior. Up until now, she’s done everything right. But no longer under the watchful eye of her mother, she has become a handful.
In addition to disciplining his own children, Jack looks out for Frankie’s best friends. George (Kevin Hernandez) is an overly confident Mexican-American with a big vocabulary while Mikey (Tyler Foden) is a tough kid from a broken home.
Only time will tell if Jack’s blunt and unpredictable parenting style will keep his kids out of trouble — or if Joanne will have to put down the law books and step in to keep the family order.
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First aired: TBD
What do you think? Do you like the Surviving Jack TV series? Do you think it should have been cancelled or renewed for a second season?
Don’t cancel Surviving Jack – it is one of the best shows on TV. Renew!!!
I am just sick that Surviving Jack is getting cancelled. I don’t understand why shows are not given a chance. I have not seen a lot of advertising for the show. Maybe when American Idol is over ( a show I really dislike) more people will watch. I think networks should try different time slots before cancelling shows. I really hope another network picks it up.
This show was great! I don’t know why it was cancelled. I loved every cast member. Super funny and charming. BRING IT BACK!!!!
What is wrong with Fox? You have a hit on your hands. Maybe you need to hire a new PR person to promote Surviving Jack. Funny stuff, great actors and what else could you possibly want? Your network has Christopher Meloni! He has proven a dramatic actor can also play comedy and play it well. A great achievement. Keep the writers, keep the actors, and keep the series!
Thank you,
K
Once again we found a fabulous show and it has been cancelled. I adore Christopher Meloni.
Absolutely love this show. Taking it off leave nothing worth watching on fox any more. If you cut out the stupid reality shows and the stupid crap on Sunday nights at 9 or air it on Saturdays. There is no need to have canceled this show. Guess fox doesn’t want good/high ratings.
I am with you. I simply can not stand reality tv. I really wish networks would try better advertising of shows and even try different time slots before cancelling shows
Cannot believe they are cancelling such an exceptional comedy….the only one worth watching on any of the channels!! Shame on Fox for not advertising and supporting it more. They need to bring it back and replace one of the animated shows they have!!
My wife and I look forward to Surviving Jack every week! Not many shows work as well as this show right from the get go.
This is a big mistake! The show is hilarious and I tell friends and family about it all the time. Please give it more time and publicity.
Big mistake! Such a good show and great comedic acting by Christopher Meloni especially but also entire cast. Bring it back!
Nooooooo! This show was actually something to get excited about watching. The cast worked really well together! It was actually a show I could watch with my teenage son and we both enjoyed it. It is very easy to identify with if you are a modern parent who grew up with parents in the 90’s. Bring it back!!
I can’t believe it – this has been some of the funniest writing I’ve seen in a while. I could watch it with my son and we actually both enjoyed it….very disappointing!
This is a great show. Please do not cancel. Seriously, do you want more vampires or reality shows to be put on. One problem is that it is opposite Greys Anatomy.
This is wrong, take off reality shows.
what is wrong with abc this is a great show
if they cancel it I will watch the wb from now on and tell all my friend to watch it too