Tim Allen’sShifting Gearsunveils a first look at the highly anticipated new comedy series as it gears up for a 2025 premiere on ABC. The sitcom centers around Matt (Allen), a widowed owner of a car restoration shop, and his attempts at reconnecting with his estranged daughter (Kat Dennings), who, along with her two teenage children, moves into Matt’s home.Shifting Gearsmarks Allen’s return to ABCafter the long-running success ofLast Man Standing.
Shifting Gearshas now revealed its first image(viaTVLine), showcasing Allen standing side-by-side with co-star Dennings, both wearing a slight smile. The series willpremiere on Wednesday, June 15, 2025, at 8/7c.Shifting Gears' cast is rounded out by Seann William Scott (American Pie) as Gabriel, a family friend who works at the shop, and Daryl “Chill” Mitchell (NCIS: New Orleans) as Stitch, a former Marine mechanic. Michelle Nader, a frequent collaborator of Dennings' from2 Broke GirlsandDollface, is showrunner. Check out the image below:
What The First Look Image Means For Shifting Gears
How Tim Allen’s New Series Previews Both Heart And Humor
The image fromShifting Gearsoffers a glimpse into the tone and style of Allen’s latest project, which builds on his reputation for playing a stubborn, blue-collar everyman with a dry sense of humor. Known for his paternal rolesin the sitcomsHome ImprovementandLast Man Standing,Allen’s character Matt seems poised to follow a familiar formula, navigating the ups and downs of family life with reluctant affection and boyish charm. This initial image hints at the close and comedic dynamic likely to play out between Allen and Dennings, as the father-daughter duo navigate re-establishing themselves as a family unit.
The sitcom appears to capture Allen’s comedic strengths while allowing Dennings, also known for her dry wit and charm, to add her own unique flair that she’s similarly broughtto the MCU as Darcy Lewis. With a supporting cast that brings a range of comedic and dramatic experience,Shifting Gearscould strike a balancebetween the nostalgia of Allen’s older sitcom and a fresh appeal for new audiences.
Our Take On The First Look Image Of Shifting Gears
Allen And Dennings Show Promise As A Comedic Duo
The first look atShifting Gearssuggests Allen is leaning into what he does best: portraying relatable, down-to-earth characters in family-driven stories.The on-screen pairing with Dennings promises a new dynamicthat blends Allen’s established comedic style with Dennings' sharp, modern tongue. This mix of old-school charm and fresh talent could makeShifting Gearsa worthwhile addition to Allen’s portfolio, bringing both humor and heart to ABC’s primetime lineup.
Shifting Gears
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Shifting Gears is a drama about Matt, a widowed owner of a classic car restoration shop. Matt’s estranged daughter Riley and her teenage children move into his home, challenging him to rebuild both familial and personal connections.
