According to Jim
A well-meaning suburban dad battles everyday mishaps and his own cluelessness to keep his growing family happy and intact.
Jim is the typical all-American guy — a macho "everyman" — with a soft spot for his beautiful wife and children. Jim
Seasons & Episodes
- 1.01PilotOct 3, 2001Rate
Jim and Cheryl, a seemingly happy middle-class couple with three young children, face marital tension when Cheryl becomes overly anxious about their daughter starting kindergarten, leading Jim to secretly enroll her in a new school. As their disagreement escalates, they also try to help their son Andy reconcile with his girlfriend.
- 1.02No NookieOct 10, 2001Rate
Cheryl urges Jim to refrain from sex until their planned romantic trip, hoping it will rekindle their passion. Jim struggles with the challenge, unsure whether the abstinence will strengthen their connection or push him to his limits.
- 1.03The Cat Came BackOct 17, 2001Rate
Cheryl wants Jim to bury her late cat, Mr. Feeney, in the backyard, but Jim delays the task to attend a Bears game, storing the cat in the garage freezer. When Cheryl discovers what he has done, she is upset by his lack of attention to her emotional needs. Feeling guilty, Jim organizes a proper funeral and gives Cheryl a new dog, which she initially resists but gradually begins to accept.
- 1.04AnniversaryOct 24, 2001Rate
Jim and Cheryl celebrate their 10th anniversary, but Jim secretly pays Dana to buy Cheryl a gift. Dana goes above budget to get a heartfelt charm bracelet, and Cheryl later discovers that Dana has been selecting and purchasing her anniversary gifts for the past decade.
- 1.05Unruly SpiritsOct 31, 2001Rate
On Halloween, Cheryl forbids Gracie from trick-or-treating, but Gracie's father secretly takes her out to enjoy the holiday. At the same time, Andy grows increasingly paranoid, believing an ex-girlfriend is following him.
- 1.06The CrushNov 7, 2001Rate
Jim arranges a date for Dana with an exceptionally charming man, whose appeal surprises even Cheryl.
- 1.07Cheryl's Old FlameNov 14, 2001Rate
Andy believes Dana is the source of his feelings of inadequacy and invites her to join his therapy sessions, but she becomes romantically interested in his therapist instead. Meanwhile, Jim and Cheryl clash over whether the children should have their own television, and both reveal they have broken promises to each other. Ruby also accidentally uncovers one of Cheryl's secrets, revealing her own betrayal of Jim.
- 1.08The Turkey BowlNov 21, 2001Rate
Jim and Andy go bowling on Thanksgiving, but Cheryl is skeptical and sends the girls along for company. Jim is close to a perfect game when a power outage interrupts his final shot, forcing him to choose between waiting for power or giving up on perfection. Cheryl surprises him by bringing Thanksgiving dinner to the bowling alley so his family and friends can witness the moment.
- 1.09Andy's GirlfriendNov 28, 2001Rate
Andy begins a new relationship, and Cheryl urges Jim to be kind to his new girlfriend, Ruby, who is also Andy's first since Carrie and Ruby's piano teacher. Alicia reveals to Jim that she is a vegetarian and a Peckers fan—an insult to him—and her complicated on-again, off-again relationship with Andy continues. Despite reuniting, Alicia refuses to have dinner at Jim and Cheryl's home, eventually admitting it's because she believes Cheryl is too perfect.
- 1.10An According to Jiminy ChristmasDec 12, 2001Rate
Cheryl and Jim prefer that Cheryl's mother stay at a hotel for Christmas but struggle to suggest it without offending her. After Jim tells Maggie this, she gives her grandmother's pearl necklace to Dana, which upsets Cheryl and leads her to the airport to seek forgiveness, where she learns Dana received the necklace out of loneliness. Meanwhile, the girls mistakenly believe Andy is Santa.
- 1.11The Bad WordJan 16, 2002Rate
Cheryl leaves Jim in charge of their children and a group of other kids during a Bears game. The next day, one of the mothers confronts Cheryl because her daughter repeated a swear word she claims Jim taught her. As Jim tries to address the issue by making Grace stop using the word, Ruby later slips and uses it at her ballet recital, revealing Jim's guilt.
- 1.12Model BehaviorJan 23, 2002Rate
Jim and Cheryl reluctantly agree to let Ruby participate in a print advertisement on a one-time basis. After the photographer praises Ruby's talent, Jim takes it a step further by securing her an agent.
- 1.13The MoneyJan 30, 2002Rate
Cheryl secretly arranges a $1,000 loan for Andy to use as a down payment on a new condo, without consulting Jim.
- 1.14Blow-UpFeb 13, 2002Rate
Cheryl sends Jim a revealing photo of herself as a Valentine's Day surprise, but he shares it with his friends without her consent.
- 1.15RacquetballFeb 27, 2002Rate
Cheryl brings up a past racquetball victory over Jim, prompting him to suggest he had let her win to impress her. In response, Cheryl issues a challenge for a rematch, leading to a competitive and intense game between the two.
- 1.16Under PressureMar 6, 2002Rate
Cheryl takes it upon herself to help Jim manage his high blood pressure by preparing healthy meals, giving him backrubs, and offering emotional support. When he confides in her about a financial issue at work, Cheryl spends the night trying to find a solution, leading to a heated exchange about her tendency to overhelp. Their conflict is resolved when Jim acknowledges how much he relies on her and expresses his love.
- 1.17Date NightMar 13, 2002Rate
Jim becomes fixated on losing a parking spot during a night out, which leads to a rift when Cheryl grows frustrated and leaves him.
- 1.18Birthday BoysMar 20, 2002Rate
Kyle and Andy celebrate their birthdays, but Andy feels overlooked, leading Jim to treat them to a large steak dinner to compensate. Tensions arise when Dana, who is spending more on their children than Jim, comments on her financial advantage, prompting him to buy the girls a donkey as a gesture of his ability to provide. A conflict ensues when the donkey damages a painting Dana gave Kyle, leading to a resolution of their disagreements.
- 1.19The ReceiptApr 24, 2002Rate
Jim tries to exchange a broken DVD player but can't find the receipt and accuses Cheryl of losing it. After he buys a new one, Dana returns with the receipt, which Cheryl had given to her by mistake, leading to a realization and a brief argument before they choose to move on and be happy.
- 1.20Old FriendsMay 1, 2002Rate
Jim reconnects with an old friend who is now a police officer, reigniting their competitive past. Determined to prove he hasn't lost his youthful energy, Jim spends the night partying, but his actions lead to unintended complications for both men.
- 1.21Cheryl's Day OffMay 8, 2002Rate
Jim takes the girls for the day while Cheryl and Dana have an appointment, but his plan goes awry when he leaves them with another parent at the park to go to the movies. Cheryl catches him and the situation deteriorates when Jim struggles to find the children because he can't remember who he entrusted them to.
- 1.22No SurprisesMay 15, 2002Rate
Jim organizes a surprise birthday party for Cheryl, but becomes upset and calls it off after Dana reveals the secret. Cheryl then arranges a party for Jim to apologize, only to find him unavailable as he is bowling.
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Cast & Crew
257 unique people credited
Top billed cast
Jim Belushi
as Jim (182 Episodes)
Courtney Thorne Smith
as Cheryl (182 Episodes)
Larry Joe Campbell
as Andy (182 Episodes)
Taylor Atelian
as Ruby (182 Episodes)
Billi Bruno
as Gracie (182 Episodes)
Kimberly Williams Paisley
as Dana (165 Episodes)
Neil Barot
as 1 episode
Conner Rayburn
as Kyle (103 Episodes)
Tony Braunagel
as Tony (23 Episodes)
Connor Sullivan
as Kyle (22 Episodes)
Garret Sullivan
as Kyle
Mitch Rouse
as Ryan Gibson (22 Episodes)
Supporting cast
244Robert Belushi
as Adult Kyle (4 Episodes) , Waiter (1 Episode) , Playground Bystander (1 Episode) , Guy No. 2 (1 Episode) , Phil (1 Episode) , Ronnie (1 Episode) , Flight Instructor (1 Episode) , Pizza Boy (1 Episode)
Christopher Moynihan
as Chris (8 Episodes)
Kathleen Noone
as Maggie (6 Episodes)
Jamison Belushi
as Jami (2 Episodes) , Little Girl (2 Episodes) , Student #3 (1 Episode) , Jami McFame (1 Episode)
Bruce Jarchow
as Officer Zavranski (1 Episode) , Gate Keeper (1 Episode) , Henry (1 Episode) , Santa (1 Episode) , Phil (1 Episode) , Dr. Zavranski (1 Episode)
John Rubano
as John (6 Episodes)
Jackie Debatin
as Mandy (5 Episodes)
Dan Aykroyd
as Danny Michalski (5 Episodes)
Charlie Hartsock
as Police Officer (2 Episodes) , Charlie (1 Episode) , Oliver (1 Episode) , Parishioner (1 Episode)
Cynthia Stevenson
as Cindy (4 Episodes)
Tim Bagley
as Tim (4 Episodes)
Mo Collins
as Emily (4 Episodes)
Robin Krieger
as Marilyn Crannis (4 Episodes)
Ed Lover
as Ed (3 Episodes)
Chris Elliott
as Reverend Pierson (3 Episodes)
Jennifer Coolidge
as Roxanne (3 Episodes)
Laraine Newman
as Laraine Elkin (3 Episodes)
Brad Paisley
as Chad (2 Episodes) , Eddie (1 Episode)
Michelle Hurd
as Kitson (3 Episodes)
Tammy Townsend
as Ms. Crawford (3 Episodes)
Ted Michaels
as Kenny (3 Episodes)
Kyle Chavarria
as Ashley (2 Episodes)
Ingo Rademacher
as Ted (2 Episodes)
Soleil Borda
as Emma (2 Episodes)
Hira Ambrosino
as Sarah (2 Episodes)
Tim Kazurinsky
as Elf (1 Episode) , Salesman (1 Episode)
Jim Ward
as Radio Announcer (1 Episode) , Dr. Collins (1 Episode)
Wayne Newton
as Wayne Newton (2 Episodes)
Jennifer Candy
as Marcy (uncredited) (1 Episode) , Hostess (1 Episode)
Glen Clark
as Glen (2 Episodes)
Erik Estrada
as Erik Estrada (1 Episode) , The Devil (1 Episode)
Jeff Lewis
as Russian Immigrant (1 Episode) , Bill (1 Episode)
Johnny Lee Schell
as Johnny (1 Episode) , John (1 Episode)
Jeremy Rowley
as Waiter #1 (1 Episode) , Raggedy Ann (1 Episode)
Paul Vinson
as Bouncer (2 Episodes)
Jill Matson Sachoff
as Patty (2 Episodes)
Robert Joseph
as Paramedic (2 Episodes)
Carla Renata
as Sherri (2 Episodes)
Mark Beltzman
as Fluffy (1 Episode) , Beltzman (1 Episode)
Willie Amakye
as Willie (1 Episode) , Store Clerk (1 Episode)
David Pasquesi
as Dave (2 Episodes)
Laurel Green
as Bernice (2 Episodes)
Mary Gross
as Cynthia (1 Episode)
Lee Majors
as God (1 Episode)
Ed Quinn
as Doug (1 Episode)
Matt Roth
as Michael (1 Episode)
Mike Ditka
as Mike Ditka (1 Episode)
Ryan Mcpartlin
as Bob (1 Episode)
Garry Marshall
as Doctor (1 Episode)
David Greenman
as Waiter (1 Episode)
Jeanne Chinn
as Jody Chen (1 Episode)
James Lipton
as Devil (1 Episode)
Phil Lamarr
as Kurt (1 Episode)
Dave Coulier
as Angry Pete (voice) (uncredited) (1 Episode)
Tom Arnold
as Max (1 Episode)
George Takei
as George Takei (voice) (1 Episode)
Rosalind Chao
as Sally Wu (1 Episode)
Steve Guttenberg
as Steve Guttenberg (1 Episode)
Brenda Julian
as Woman in Bar (1 Episode)
Reni Santoni
as Tony (1 Episode)
Tim Meadows
as Dennis (1 Episode)
Marc Musso
as Mike Murphy (1 Episode)
Barry Williams
as Ben (1 Episode)
Donald Sage Mackay
as Greg (1 Episode)
Stephen Root
as Al Crannis (1 Episode)
Crystal Bernard
as Lisa Christie (1 Episode)
Stephen Tobolowsky
as Dr. Ted (1 Episode)
Stacey Travis
as Janet (1 Episode)
Trista Sutter
as Trista Sutter (1 Episode)
Jennifer Alden
as Alicia (1 Episode)
Bill Fagerbakke
as Howard (1 Episode)
Dayna Devon
as Mrs. Thaddeus Dempsey (1 Episode)
Philip Bolden
as Kid (1 Episode)
Bo Diddley
as Bo Diddley (1 Episode)
Joe Liss
as Merv (1 Episode)
John Maynard
as Construction Worker #4 (1 Episode)
Cole Sprouse
as Cole Sprouse (1 Episode)
Nyima Funk
as Nurse #1 (1 Episode)
Julie Newmar
as Julie (1 Episode)
Steve Nevil
as Customer (1 Episode)
Kevin Chamberlin
as Wallace (1 Episode)
Kinga Philipps
as Stripper Ruby (1 Episode)
Kevin Sorbo
as Daryl Bochner (1 Episode)
Ian Gomez
as Detective (1 Episode)
Marisa Petroro
as Beautiful Woman (1 Episode)
Patrick Fabian
as Daniel (1 Episode)
William Perry
as William Perry (1 Episode)
Loudon Wainwright Iii
as Minister (1 Episode)
Brian Urlacher
as Brian Urlacher (1 Episode)
Gillian Vigman
as Jillian (1 Episode)
Steven Gilborn
as Bertram (1 Episode)
Suzy Nakamura
as Yoki Hirasaki (1 Episode)
Roxanne Beckford
as Woman (1 Episode)
Beth Grant
as Mrs. Whitney (1 Episode)
Linda Hamilton
as Melissa Evans (1 Episode)
Patricia Belcher
as Mrs. Kretzer (1 Episode)
Hunter Gomez
as Jules (1 Episode)
James Earl Jones
as Royal Flush Voice (voice) (1 Episode)
Jack Donner
as Old Man (1 Episode)
Kevin Mcdonald
as Therapist (1 Episode)
Hugh Hefner
as Hugh Hefner (1 Episode)
Julia Sweeney
as Bobbi Coker (1 Episode)
Dylan Sprouse
as Dylan Sprouse (1 Episode)
Wendy Benson Landes
as Meredith (1 Episode)
Rachael Harris
as Mindy (1 Episode)
Cindy Crawford
as Gretchen Saunders (1 Episode)
Constance Marie
as Victoria (1 Episode)
Tara Strong
as Crying Baby (voice) (1 Episode)
Rick Overton
as Rick (1 Episode)
Steve Susskind
as Dr. Inglove (1 Episode)
Patrick Fischler
as Darryl (1 Episode)
Kevin Ruf
as Dr. Josh Nelson (1 Episode)
Andre Ware
as Fireman (1 Episode)
John Getz
as Frank (1 Episode)
Jack Coleman
as Sean Curran (1 Episode)
Roland Kickinger
as Sven (1 Episode)
Doug Savant
as Rick (1 Episode)
Cleo King
as Suzanne (1 Episode)
Mary Randle
as Michelle (1 Episode)
Tanjareen Martin
as Assistant (1 Episode)
Neil Barton
as Burly Cop (1 Episode)
Jane Lynch
as Janice (1 Episode)
Frances Callier
as Lamaze Instructor (1 Episode)
Dweezil Zappa
as Joe (1 Episode)
John Cervenka
as Bill (1 Episode)
Nikki Boyer
as Tanya Mountains (1 Episode)
Nicole Sullivan
as Alicia (1 Episode)
Mary Kathleen Gordon
as Mrs. Carter (1 Episode)
Danny Breen
as Danny (1 Episode)
Michael Mcmanus
as Ben (1 Episode)
Ken Magee
as Police Officer (1 Episode)
Jamieson Price
as Speaker (1 Episode)
Andrea Bendewald
as Sheila (1 Episode)
Savannah Stehlin
as Rebecca (1 Episode)
Candace Kita
as Carmen (1 Episode)
Rachel Sondag
as Joan (1 Episode)
Harry Hannigan
as Harry (1 Episode)
Madison Dirks
as Todd (1 Episode)
Lulu Antariksa
as Madeline (1 Episode)
Quinn Buniel
as Teenage Boy #1 (1 Episode)
Buckley Sampson
as Rhonda (1 Episode)
Mark Capri
as Hotel Manager (1 Episode)
Austin Majors
as Justin (1 Episode)
Catherine Worth
as Nurse (1 Episode)
Reginald James
as Construction Worker #1 (1 Episode)
Jason Stewart
as Guy #1 (1 Episode)
Katie O Rourke
as Carrie (1 Episode)
Kevin Porter
as Nick (1 Episode)
Randall Arney
as Dr. Gamble (1 Episode)
Garrett Morris
as Lewis (1 Episode)
Dennis Cockrum
as Roland's Dad (1 Episode)
Irene Roseen
as Ballet Instructor (1 Episode)
Justin Doran
as Rick (1 Episode)
Amita Balla
as Casting Assistant (1 Episode)
Audrey Rapoport
as Tracy (1 Episode)
Jeffrey King
as Dr. Portello (1 Episode)
Jordan Black
as Waiter #2 (1 Episode)
Jim Rash
as Bill (1 Episode)
Larry Lee Lerma
as Larry (1 Episode)
Elizabeth Anne Smith
as Sandy (1 Episode)
Brian Palermo
as Bartender (1 Episode)
Doug Cameron
as Doug (1 Episode)
Pat Finn
as Ted (1 Episode)
Mark Adair Rios
as Emcee (1 Episode)
Todd Sandler
as Cheese Head (1 Episode)
Berglind Icey
as Stewardess (1 Episode)
Adam Cagley
as Young Jim (1 Episode)
Zack Shada
as Young Pierson (1 Episode)
Paul Schackman
as Guy at Party (1 Episode)
Oleg Stefan
as Sasha (1 Episode)
Suzanne Kent
as Olga (1 Episode)
Ben Falcone
as Process Server (1 Episode)
Grace Rowe
as Police Officer (1 Episode)
Rob Adams
as Thomas (1 Episode)
Patrick Cassidy
as Mr. Bingham (1 Episode)
Angee Hughes
as Ginger Curran (1 Episode)
Megan Taylor Harvey
as Olivia (1 Episode)
Anastasia Sakelaris
as Venus (1 Episode)
Eve Brenner
as Old Lady Meier (1 Episode)
Jim Ishida
as Salesman (1 Episode)
Brooks Almy
as Mrs. Taylor (1 Episode)
Susan Mackin
as Dixie (1 Episode)
Tom Bergeron
as Tom Bergeron (1 Episode)
Andrea Walters
as Mrs. Ganzel (1 Episode)
Deji Laray
as Messenger (1 Episode)
Lynne Marie Stewart
as Sister Eileen (1 Episode)
Kevin Kirkpatrick
as Homeless Man (1 Episode)
James Kiriyama Lem
as House Inspector (1 Episode)
Tracy Newman
as Folksinger (1 Episode)
Nicholas Hormann
as Doctor (1 Episode)
Doug Budin
as Queer Guy (1 Episode)
Roberta Hanlen
as Passenger (1 Episode)
Stella Hudgens
as Annie (1 Episode)
Austin Rogers
as Kid (1 Episode)
Glenda Morgan Brown
as Nurse (1 Episode)
Nana Visitor
as Veronica (1 Episode)
Taylor Nichols
as Lloyd (1 Episode)
Andy Morrow
as Jason (1 Episode)
Pat Crawford Brown
as Mrs. Reifschneider (1 Episode)
Jason Kravits
as Dr. Schulman (1 Episode)
Kenneth Choi
as Lab Technician (1 Episode)
John Ducey
as Dr. Murphy (1 Episode)
Nicole Nieth
as Talia (1 Episode)
Ingrid Sanai Buron
as Sheila (1 Episode)
Richard Willgrubs
as Father (1 Episode)
Kurt Doss
as Kid #1 (1 Episode)
Benjamin Bryan
as Kid #2 (1 Episode)
Andrew Hawtrey
as Gravedigger (1 Episode)
Michael Rothhaar
as Dwayne (1 Episode)
Stacy Stas Hurst
as Brianna (1 Episode)
Christina Cindrich
as Christina (1 Episode)
Sean Hogan
as Josh Devlin (1 Episode)
Barbara Dodd
as Mrs. Nelson (1 Episode)
Chad Brokaw
as Chip (1 Episode)
Christopher Stapleton
as Waiter (1 Episode)
Carlos Lacamara
as Mr. Farrow (1 Episode)
Matthew Jones
as Paramedic (1 Episode)
Tina Gasbarra
as Gwen (1 Episode)
Michael C Mccarthy
as Reverend Hill (1 Episode)
Rick Hall
as Paramedic (1 Episode)
Michael Krepack
as Ronnie Hart (1 Episode)
Meredith Cross
as Marge Hart (1 Episode)
Shannon Floyd
as Suzy (1 Episode)
Jodi Ann Paterson
as Molly (1 Episode)
Wylie Small
as Mrs. Polson (1 Episode)
Cate Cohen
as Stephanie (1 Episode)
Katie Lohmann
as Attractive Woman (1 Episode)
Molly Beck Ferguson
as Gina (1 Episode)
Mark Gagliardi
as Produce Guy (1 Episode)
Kari Coleman
as Miss Miller (1 Episode)
Eva La Dare
as Margo (1 Episode)
H Richard Greene
as Bob Morgan (1 Episode)
Joseph Bologna
as Bill (1 Episode)
Caitlin Dulany
as Heather (1 Episode)
Chris Barnes
as Karate Instructor (1 Episode)
Joe Gnoffo
as Sean (1 Episode)
Marc Evan Jackson
as Harried Guy (1 Episode)
Katrina Lenk
as Nurse (1 Episode)
Sue Nelson
as Pregnant Lady (1 Episode)
Marc Worden
as Stew (1 Episode)
Byron Mcintyre
as Fireman (1 Episode)
Maribeth Monroe
as Helen (1 Episode)
Gary Private
as Jim's neighbor (1 Episode)
Yadi Valerio Rivera
as Brianna (1 Episode)
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- Won2001Genesis Award
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