According to Jim
A well-meaning suburban dad battles everyday mishaps and his own cluelessness to keep his growing family happy and intact.
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Jim is the typical all-American guy — a macho "everyman" — with a soft spot for his beautiful wife and children. Jim
Seasons & Episodes
Season 122 episodes · premiered Oct 3, 2001
Season 228 episodes · premiered Oct 1, 2002
Season 329 episodes · premiered Sep 23, 2003
Season 427 episodes · premiered Sep 21, 2004
Season 522 episodes · premiered Sep 20, 2005
Season 618 episodes · premiered Jan 3, 2007
Season 718 episodes · premiered Jan 1, 2008
Season 818 episodes · premiered Dec 2, 2008
- 8.01The BlankieDec 2, 2008Rate
After Jonathan's special blanket disappears, Jim manipulates the older children into helping with household chores to locate it.
- 8.02The New Best FriendDec 2, 2008Rate
After Dana, Cheryl's sister and closest friend, relocates, Jim takes it upon himself to help Cheryl find a new companion.
- 8.03Jami McFameDec 9, 2008Rate
Jim and his band are given the opportunity to perform for popular child star Jami McFame, but tensions arise when Jami is dismissive and rude, prompting Jim to confront her behavior.
- 8.04Andy's ProposalDec 9, 2008Rate
Jim encourages Andy to propose to Emily before it's too late, but his confidence wavers when he spots Emily having dinner with another man.
- 8.05Two For The MoneyDec 16, 2008Rate
Cheryl objects when Jim plans to use their twins in a Steve Guttenberg movie to fund Christmas gifts, but Andy and Jim proceed with the scheme. Their plan goes awry when the producers alter the twins' appearances by cutting their hair to make them look identical.
- 8.06Cabin BoysDec 30, 2008Rate
Jim plans a weekend getaway with Andy, but after Andy is broken up with via text and they encounter Emily's downcast ex-husband, Jim tries to salvage the trip by lifting everyone's spirits.
- 8.07The Ego BoostApr 14, 2009Rate
Jim becomes convinced that his ex is interested in rekindling their relationship, but his hopes are dashed when he discovers she is actually pursuing Andy, leaving him feeling rejected and embarrassed.
- 8.08The Yoga BearApr 14, 2009Rate
Jim takes an interest in Cheryl's enthusiasm for a yoga instructor and joins a class, where he is pleasantly surprised by the teacher's skill. Inspired, both Jim and Cheryl begin attending private sessions to help manage the stress of their hectic family lives.
- 8.09Kyle's CrushApr 21, 2009Rate
Jim helps Kyle get ready for his first date with Mandy, Ruby's older piano teacher, unaware that Andy is secretly seeing her himself.
- 8.10The Meaningful GiftApr 21, 2009Rate
Andy seeks Jim's advice to choose the ideal birthday gift for Mandy, but his misunderstanding of what matters to her leads to a misjudged present that causes a serious misunderstanding.
- 8.11The Daddy WayApr 28, 2009Rate
Cheryl organizes a "Daddy and Me" gathering at her home so she and her friends can have some adult time, enlisting Jim and other fathers to babysit. Jim entertains the children by turning babysitting into a competitive event, including baby races where the dads place bets and enjoy some beer.
- 8.12Physical TherapyApr 28, 2009Rate
Andy is injured while playing snow football with Jim and, at Andy's request, Jim helps him stage a fake accident to explain his injuries, as Andy had promised his girlfriend he wouldn't play the game.
- 8.13The Cooler OneMay 12, 2009Rate
Jim tries to impress Ruby and her friends by acting cool, but he begins to worry that his actions might be making Cheryl look bad.
- 8.14Happy JimMay 12, 2009Rate
Jim's struggles with back pain and prescription medication lead to a shift in his usual demeanor, allowing his family to reveal information they would typically keep from him.
- 8.15King of the NerdsMay 26, 2009Rate
Jim attempts to bond with his son Kyle through sports, but Kyle feels more at home with his friend Andy, a sci-fi enthusiast. To bridge the gap, Jim reluctantly agrees to dress as Cyclops at a sci-fi convention in hopes of reconnecting with Kyle.
- 8.16I Hate the High RoadMay 26, 2009Rate
Cheryl pressures Jim to volunteer for a charitable cause, but he becomes unexpectedly pleased when he receives a $1,000 reward for his contribution. Though Cheryl urges him to return the money, Jim is tempted to use it for a personal indulgence and ultimately purchases an expensive designer handbag for her, challenging her principles.
- 8.17Diamonds Are a Ghoul's Best FriendJun 2, 2009Rate
Jim buys a diamond necklace for Cheryl's birthday from an untrustworthy source connected to Andy, only to discover it was stolen—and now a ghost is following him.
- 8.18Heaven Opposed to HellJun 2, 2009Rate
Jim dies after choking on a shrimp puff and faces judgment in heaven, where his friend Andy arrives to support his case. Jim must defend his life's actions before God, while his sister-in-law, Dana, argues against his entry into heaven.
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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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1 winGenesis Award
- Won2001Genesis Award
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