Premise

Widowed mom Cate Hennessy raises three teens in this sitcom, which shifted focus in 2003 following the sudden death of its star, John Ritter, just before the start of its second season. Cate's father Jim (James Garner) joined the show and helped the family adjust to the loss.

Cast

Katey Sagal Cate Hennessy 78 Episodes (2002-2005)

Amy Davidson Kerry Hennessy 78 Episodes (2002-2005)

Martin Spanjers Rory Hennessy 78 Episodes (2002-2005)

Kaley Cuoco Bridget Hennessy 78 Episodes (2002-2005)

James Garner Jim 47 Episodes (2003-2005)

David Spade C.J. 42 Episodes (2003-2005)

John Ritter Paul Hennessy 31 Episodes (2002-2003)

Guest Stars

Billy Aaron Brown Kyle

32 Episodes (2002-2004)

Larry Miller Tommy

13 Episodes (2002-2003)

Adam Arkin Ed Gibb

12 Episodes (2004-2005)

Nikki Danielle Moore Jenna, Jenna Sharpe

7 Episodes (2003-2004)

Cole Williams Anthony

5 Episodes (2002-2003)

Thad Luckinbill Donny Doyle

5 Episodes (2003-2003)

Liam Sullivan Duane, Duane McDougal, Zac

5 Episodes (2004-2005)

Marisa Theodore Marisa, Megan, Student No. 2

5 Episodes (2004-2004)

Nicole Mansour Danielle, Rachel, Rachel Sharpe

5 Episodes (2003-2004)

John Ratzenberger Fred Doyle

4 Episodes (2003-2003)

Daniella Monet Missy, Missy Kleinfeld

4 Episodes (2004-2004)

Kaitlin Cullum Alison Doyle, Beth, Beth Doyle

4 Episodes (2003-2004)

Dana Workman Ashley, Lynzee, Student No. 1

4 Episodes (2002-2004)

Cindy Williams Mary Ellen Doyle

3 Episodes (2003-2003)

Connie Stevens Tina

3 Episodes (2004-2004)

Jonathan Taylor Thomas Jeremy

3 Episodes (2004-2004)

Patrick Warburton Nick, Nick Sharpe

3 Episodes (2003-2003)

Sam Horrigan Pete

3 Episodes (2004-2004)

Brian Sites Jason

3 Episodes (2002-2003)

Jan Hoag Secretary

3 Episodes (2004-2004)

Cybill Shepherd Maggie

2 Episodes (2003-2003)

Dan Cortese Scott

2 Episodes (2004-2004)

Heather Hogan Heather

2 Episodes (2003-2003)

Lee Garlington Fran, Leslie

2 Episodes (2004-2005)

Nick Carter Ben

2 Episodes (2003-2003)

Pamela Anderson Cheryl

2 Episodes (2005-2005)

Suzanne Pleshette Laura

2 Episodes (2003-2003)

Kelsey Batelaan Little Bridget

2 Episodes (2003-2003)

Mo Gaffney Mrs. Connelly, Principal Connelly

2 Episodes (2003-2003)

Paul Wasilewski Damian

2 Episodes (2003-2004)

Suzy Nakamura Mrs. Krupp

2 Episodes (2004-2005)

Elena Lyons Sissy

2 Episodes (2004-2004)

Michael Burger Reporter

2 Episodes (2004-2004)

Amanda MacDonald Danielle

2 Episodes (2003-2003)

Angel Elliott Salesperson, Volunteer

2 Episodes (2002-2002)

Artie Lee Anderson Artie, Father

2 Episodes (2002-2003)

Howard Alonzo Andre, Russell

2 Episodes (2003-2004)

Jamie Starr Leo

2 Episodes (2004-2005)

Kala Savage Lacey, Lacy

2 Episodes (2003-2004)

Monique Lea Shalindsay, Student

2 Episodes (2002-2004)

Nikki D. Hayden Jenna, Jenna Sharpe

2 Episodes (2004-2004)

Don Knotts Himself

1 Episode (2003)

Ed Marinaro Byron

1 Episode (2003)

Ed O'Neill Matt

1 Episode (2005)

Erik von Detten Erik

1 Episode (2004)

Jason Priestley Carter Tibbits

1 Episode (2003)

Jere Burns Commissioner

1 Episode (2005)

Kyle Howard Bruno

1 Episode (2005)

Lisa Rinna Holly

1 Episode (2004)

Mac Davis Guitar Man

1 Episode (2004)

Mary Page Keller Tracy

1 Episode (2005)

Peter Bogdanovich Dr. Lohr

1 Episode (2004)

Phill Lewis Cop

1 Episode (2004)

Rachelle Carson Woman

1 Episode (2004)

Raquel Welch Jackie

1 Episode (2004)

Robert Guillaume Cody Grant

1 Episode (2003)

Shelley Long Mary Ellen Doyle

1 Episode (2003)

Shelly Cole Christina

1 Episode (2003)

Tatum O'Neal Ms. McKenna

1 Episode (2004)

Tom McGowan Frank

1 Episode (2004)

Tom Poston Jake

1 Episode (2003)

Bob Bryan Tennis Player No. 1

1 Episode (2003)

Danny Woodburn Lyle

1 Episode (2005)

Ethan Phillips Dave

1 Episode (2004)

Leighton Meester Nikki

1 Episode (2005)

Michael McMillian Guy

1 Episode (2002)

Rachel Bilson Gum Chewing Girl

1 Episode (2003)

Vanessa Lengies Monica

1 Episode (2005)

Wendie Jo Sperber Rachel

1 Episode (2003)

Beth Grant Mrs. Whitley

1 Episode (2005)

Eric Jungmann Max

1 Episode (2004)

Rachael Harris Margaret Brandenbauerbern

1 Episode (2005)

Kenneth Kimmins Mr. Kolodny

1 Episode (2005)

Nicole Richie Ashley

1 Episode (2005)

Matt Lanter Brendon

1 Episode (2005)

Shawn Pyfrom Jake

1 Episode (2004)

Colby Donaldson Shawn

1 Episode (2004)

Ruben Studdard Man

1 Episode (2005)

Erin Sanders Riley

1 Episode (2005)

April Ortiz Lisa

1 Episode (2004)

Andi Eystad Annie

1 Episode (2003)

Rick Batalla Crew Guy No. 1

1 Episode (2005)

Carl Weintraub Joe

1 Episode (2004)

Amanda Fuller Lindsay

1 Episode (2002)

John Farley Owner

1 Episode (2004)

Steven Gilborn Clerk

1 Episode (2002)

Michael Kostroff Photographer

1 Episode (2004)

Rory Thost Young C.J.

1 Episode (2004)

Terry Bradshaw Steve

1 Episode (2002)

Alanna Dedek Lily

1 Episode (2004)

Allison Andreas Sarah

1 Episode (2004)

Amanda Lockwood Sarah

1 Episode (2003)

Amanda McDonald Danielle

1 Episode (2003)

Andy Morrow Richardson

1 Episode (2005)

Armando Heredia Crew Guy No. 2

1 Episode (2005)

Artie Anderson Artie

1 Episode (2004)

Ashley Nelson Sandy

1 Episode (2003)

Ashlynn Rose Mary Maureen Doyle

1 Episode (2003)

Baelyn Neff Inga

1 Episode (2003)

Brian Leckner Off. Jackson

1 Episode (2002)

Bryan Neal Jesse

1 Episode (2003)

Carlie Casey Katie Sharpe

1 Episode (2003)

Casey Wright Brandon

1 Episode (2003)

Charlie Babcock Luke

1 Episode (2003)

Cristina Wichtrich Haley

1 Episode (2004)

David Carey Foster Custodian

1 Episode (2004)

David Garry Robert

1 Episode (2004)

Dempsey Pappion Jessie

1 Episode (2003)

Dennis Singletary Mike

1 Episode (2004)

Donna Cooper Mall Shopper

1 Episode (2004)

Edward James Gage Security Guard

1 Episode (2003)

Emilia Groth Beth Doyle

1 Episode (2003)

Gennelle Dedek Kelly

1 Episode (2004)

Gloria Gifford Teacher

1 Episode (2004)

Jamie Nations Director

1 Episode (2004)

Jeff Tschida Tyler

1 Episode (2003)

Jenny J. Wade Helga

1 Episode (2003)

Jill Walter Receptionist

1 Episode (2004)

Joe Thornton Jr. Policeman

1 Episode (2004)

Jordi Vilasuso Damian

1 Episode (2003)

Kathryn J. Larsen Amanda

1 Episode (2004)

Kimberly Kevon Williams Friend

1 Episode (2005)

Kimberly McConnell Rebecca

1 Episode (2004)

Kit Pongetti Ms. Hunter

1 Episode (2002)

Kristin Brye Heather

1 Episode (2005)

Lily Nicksay Sabrina

1 Episode (2002)

Lynn Manning Blind Man

1 Episode (2005)

Marcus York Construction Guy

1 Episode (2004)

Matt Funke Travis

1 Episode (2002)

Melanie Pleasure Waitress

1 Episode (2004)

Michael Faella Trucker

1 Episode (2004)

Mike Bryan Tennis Player No. 2

1 Episode (2003)

Myrna Niles Hattie

1 Episode (2004)

Nathan Funk Henry

1 Episode (2003)

Oleg Zatsepin Care Bear

1 Episode (2002)

Peter Gannon Bartender

1 Episode (2004)

Robyn Moran Pregnant Woman

1 Episode (2003)

Rocky McMurray Doorman

1 Episode (2004)

Rohmeyn Johnson Instructor

1 Episode (2004)

Ronnie Alvarez Boy

1 Episode (2004)

Rowan Finnegan Dylan

1 Episode (2003)

Russell Howard Tyler McBain

1 Episode (2004)

Sarah Domin Heather

1 Episode (2004)

Sarah Rafferty Danielle

1 Episode (2004)

Sebastian Feldman Crew Guy No. 3

1 Episode (2005)

Shawn McGill Bully

1 Episode (2004)

Stephanie Allen Angel

1 Episode (2002)

Talia-Lynn Prairie Gayle

1 Episode (2004)

Tara Callaghan Sandy

1 Episode (2002)

Tara Rose Rachel

1 Episode (2003)

Terri Mathieson Attendant

1 Episode (2004)

Tiffany Thornton Marni

1 Episode (2004)

Tracie Savage TV Reporter

1 Episode (2003)

Trent Gill Manager

1 Episode (2002)

Will Schaub Vic

1 Episode (2004)

Credits

Producer (8 Credits)

James Widdoes

63 Episodes (2002-2005)

Gil Junger

1 Episode (2003)

Barnet Kellman

1 Episode (2005)

Barnet Kellman

1 Episode (2005)

David Flebotte

1 Episode (2004)

Hayes Jackson

1 Episode (2005)

Mark Cendrowski

1 Episode (2003)

Tracy Gamble

1 Episode (2004)

Director (6 Credits)

James Widdoes

9 Episodes (2002-2005)

Lynn McCracken

3 Episodes (2003-2004)

Robby Benson

2 Episodes (2003-2003)

Terry Hughes

2 Episodes (2003-2003)

Mark Cendrowski

2 Episodes (2003-2003)

Tom Shadyac

1 Episode (2004)

Screenwriter (1 Credit)

Bill Callahan

1 Episode (2004)

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