Shifting Gears

Name: Shifting Gears
Genre: Comedy
Released: 2025-01-08
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Tim Allen, Kat Dennings, Seann William Scott, Daryl Mitchell, Maxwell Simkins

RETURNING2 Seasons23 Episodes★ 6.6

Shifting Gears is a comedy series on ABC that premiered in 2025, with 2 seasons and 23 episodes to date. It has been renewed for Season 3, and a premiere date has not been announced yet.

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NetworkABC

First AiredJan 8, 2025

Last AiredFeb 4, 2026

GenreComedy

Created ByJulie Thacker, Mike Scully

LanguageEnglish

CountryUnited States

Production20th Television, Shaky Gun Productions, Lost Marbles

Matt is a stubborn, widowed owner of a classic car restoration shop. When Matt's estranged daughter Riley and her teenage kids move into his house, the real restoration begins.

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Cast

Tim Allen

Matt Parker

Kat Dennings

Riley Parker

Seann William Scott

Gabriel

Daryl Mitchell

Stitch

Maxwell Simkins

Carter

Barrett Margolis

Georgia

Seasons & Episodes2 seasons · 23 episodes

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E1Secret

Oct 1, 202523m★ 7.2

Matt wrestles with his feelings for Eve, and Charlotte convinces him to go to a grief group. Meanwhile, Riley struggles with her own "will she or won't she" about her feelings for Gabe.

E2Date

Oct 8, 202522m★ 7.3

Matt and Eve go on their first date but have different ideas of what it should entail; Riley befriends the mom of Georgia's new friend; Carter mediates a tiff between Gabe and Stitch.

E3Passion

Oct 15, 202522m★ 7.6

When Carter's job pays more than Riley's, she decides to find her forever career and clashes with Matt over her future; Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias drops by Parker Customs; Matt debates letting go of a piece of the past.

E4Danger

Oct 22, 202522m★ 7.7

When a raccoon appears in the Parkers' yard, Matt sees a chance to teach Carter a lesson about facing his fears. Meanwhile, Riley struggles to navigate the world of dating apps and goes on her first post-divorce date.

E5Scary

Oct 29, 202522m★ 7.4

Matt plans to spend Halloween with Eve, but the real terror begins when she wants to sleep over. With Carter and Georgia out for the night, Riley invites Gabe and Stitch to a party, hoping to relive the crazy, epic Halloweens of her past.

E6Loyalty

Nov 5, 202522m★ 7.2

Matt's dream build turns into a nightmare when controversy threatens to derail everything.

E7License

Dec 3, 202522m★ 7.2

Matt's plan to prove he's the better driving teacher hits a snag when he learns his license is expired; Riley's two worlds collide as she struggles to keep both her business and family afloat.

E8Nutcracker

Dec 10, 202522m★ 7.7

This holiday season, the Parkers discover that romance isn't always a smooth ride as Matt and Eve are on thin ice; Gabe enlists Riley to help Amelie impress his mum; Carter seeks help with his promposal.

E9Dog

Jan 7, 202622m★ 7.2

When Matt refuses to let Carter bring a dog into "his" house, Riley starts to wonder if it's time for her and the kids to find their own place. Meanwhile, Gabe seeks Riley's advice amid second thoughts about moving in with Amelie.

E10Friend

Jan 14, 202623m★ 8.0

Matt's reunion with a high school friend stirs up more than nostalgia when he meets their equally opinionated spouse. Meanwhile, Riley spirals when Klatch gets a negative Yelp review.

E11Toys

Jan 21, 202622m★ 7.8

Riley's new relationship feels perfect until Matt crashes in, throwing some unexpected obstacles her way. Meanwhile, Matt's toy car project is derailed when he and Gabe are tasked with working together.

E12Uncle Sam

Jan 28, 202622m★ 7.9

Matt is thrilled to show off his military-hero son Sam, but a shift in Sam's career could finally give Riley a chance to be the golden child; Andy's singing hits all the wrong notes for Riley.

E13Surprise

Feb 4, 202623m★ 7.8

Matt revs his love life back up only to find the road rockier than expected. Meanwhile, a chance romantic moment has Riley and Gabe questioning the nature of their relationship.

About Shifting Gears

Shifting Gears is a comedy series on ABC. The show first aired on Jan 8, 2025 and currently has 2 seasons and 23 episodes. Shifting Gears has been renewed for Season 3, and a premiere date has not been announced yet. It has a rating of 6.6/10 based on 79 votes. The cast includes Tim Allen, Kat Dennings, Seann William Scott, Daryl Mitchell, Maxwell Simkins. Created by Julie Thacker and Mike Scully.