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Tim Allen's 'Shifting Gears' Faces Relationship Turbulence in Season 2

10/9/2025

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The ABC sitcom Shifting Gears stars Tim Allen as Matt Parker, a widower reconnecting with his estranged daughter Riley (Kat Dennings).
Jenna Elfman plays Matt's love interest; Brenda Song appears as a guest.
In the latest episode, Matt and Eve's date goes awry, including a hospital visit; showrunner Michelle Nader hints ongoing Season 2 relationship challenges.

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Story summary

The ABC sitcom Shifting Gears stars Tim Allen as Matt Parker, a widower reconnecting with his estranged daughter Riley (Kat Dennings).
Jenna Elfman plays Matt's love interest; Brenda Song appears as a guest.
In the latest episode, Matt and Eve's date goes awry, including a hospital visit; showrunner Michelle Nader hints ongoing Season 2 relationship challenges.