Tim Allen’s latest television project is the sitcom “Shifting Gears,” which premiered on ABC on January 8, 2025. In this series, Allen portrays Matt, a widowed owner of a classic car restoration shop. The plot centers around Matt’s life as he reconnects with his estranged daughter, Riley, played by Kat Dennings, who moves in with him along with her two children.
The ensemble cast includes Seann William Scott as Gabriel, a family friend working in Matt’s shop, and Daryl “Chill” Mitchell as Stitch, among others. The show has received mixed reviews, with some critics praising the performances of Allen and Dennings, while others feel the humor doesn’t fully resonate.
“Shifting Gears” airs on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC, with episodes available for streaming on Hulu the following day. The series has achieved notable viewership, becoming ABC’s most-streamed series premiere ever, attracting over 17 million viewers across various platforms within its first week.
For a more in-depth look at the series, you might find the following interview with Tim Allen insightful: