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Growing Up Fisher

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Growing Up Fisher
GenreSitcom
Created byD. J. Nash
Starring
Narrated byJason Bateman
Opening theme"Tell The World" performed by Eric Hutchinson
ComposerMateo Messina
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes13
Production
Executive producers
Camera setupSingle-camera
Running time22 minutes
Production companies
Original release
NetworkNBC
ReleaseFebruary 23 (2014-02-23) –
June 11, 2014 (2014-06-11)

Growing Up Fisher is an American sitcom that began airing mid-season on NBC as part of the 2013–14 United States network television schedule.[1] The semi-autobiographical single camera series was created by D. J. Nash.[2]

On January 10, 2014, NBC announced that Growing Up Fisher would premiere following the 2014 Olympics on Sunday, February 23, 2014, at 10:30 pm, and then move to its regular timeslot on Tuesday, March 4, at 9:30 pm following About a Boy.[3]

On May 9, 2014, NBC canceled Growing Up Fisher after one season.[4]

Plot

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The family of 11-year-old Henry (Eli Baker) begins to function after the divorce of blind father and lawyer Mel (J.K. Simmons) and mother Joyce (Jenna Elfman). The series follows everyday situations the family goes through, often involving Henry's sister Katie (Ava Deluca-Verley) and normal situations the parents handle, usually in a comical way.

Cast

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Main

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Recurring

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  • Isabela Moner as Jenny
  • Matthew Glave as Principal Sloan
  • Carla Jimenez as Janice

Development and production

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The series first appeared on the development slate at NBC in October 2012 under the title ...Then Came Elvis.[5] The network placed a pilot order in January 2013.[2] The pilot episode was written by D. J. Nash, and directed by David Schwimmer.

Casting announcements began in February 2013, with Parker Posey first cast in the role of Joyce Fisher, Henry's mother who attempts to reclaim her youth, post-divorce.[6] J.K. Simmons was the second actor cast, in the series regular role of the blind family patriarch, Mel Fisher.[7] Shortly after, Eli Baker and Ava Deluca-Verley were then added to the cast, with Baker cast in the lead role of Henry Fisher and Deluca-Verley to the role of Katie Fisher, Henry's older sister, who Joyce desperately wants to be close to.[8]

In May 2013, NBC placed a series order for the comedy under the new title The Family Guide,[9][10] and in June, it underwent another name change to Growing Up Fisher.[11] In July 2013, Jenna Elfman replaced Parker Posey in the role of Joyce Fisher.[12]

Episodes

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No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date Viewers
(millions)
1"Pilot"David SchwimmerD. J. NashFebruary 23, 2014 (2014-02-23)8.86[13]
When Henry's parents separate, he's upset to learn that he is losing his job as his blind father's helper to a dog; Joyce uses her new freedom to start acting like a teen, while teenage daughter Katie takes on a maternal role.
2"Blind Man's Bluff"Eric AppelEmily CutlerMarch 4, 2014 (2014-03-04)6.91[14]
The arrival of the new guide dog forces Mel to reveal he is blind to a client; when Henry borrows the dog, a pretty girl thinks he is blind; when Joyce's study partner validates her as cool, Katie starts to see her differently.
3"The Date From Hell-Nado"Michael Patrick JannD. J. NashMarch 11, 2014 (2014-03-11)6.33[15]
Mel and Henry encourage each other to pursue women in their building; Joyce panics during her first post-separation date and crashes her daughter's date at a carnival.
4"Trust Fall"Michael Patrick JannMathew HarawitzMarch 18, 2014 (2014-03-18)6.60[16]
Mel and Joyce have difficulty agreeing on how to discipline Katie; needing a break from family drama, Henry makes Runyen let him sleep over.
5"Work With Me"Eric AppelLaura ChinnMarch 25, 2014 (2014-03-25)6.24[17]
Joyce lands a job at Mel's law firm and ends up getting into a feud with his secretary; Katie tries to help Henry play it cool around Jenny.
6"Drug/Bust"Fred SavageTucker CawleyApril 1, 2014 (2014-04-01)5.96[18]
Mel freaks out when he finds marijuana in Katie's bag -- only to discover that Joyce put it there; Henry worries that he will lose his sight.
7"Katie You Can Drive My Car"Linda MendozaAdam BarrApril 8, 2014 (2014-04-08)5.54[19]
When Katie gets her driver's license, Mel makes excuses to ride in the car with her; Joyce tries to fit in with her classmates.
8"The Man With the Spider Tattoo"Henry ChanStory by : Amelie Gillette & Spencer Sloan
Teleplay by : Amelie Gillette		April 15, 2014 (2014-04-15)5.89[20]
Mel needs to find a plus-one for an important charity event; Katie tries to assist her dad so the secret party she is planning at his apartment won't be jeopardized; Joyce defends her family's honour.
9"Desk/Job"Eric AppelDavid HoldenApril 22, 2014 (2014-04-22)5.83[21]
Mel fears Henry is becoming a slacker and tries to show him what success looks like; Katie and Joyce decide they should stand up for themselves.
10"First Time's the Charm"Michael BliedenEmily Cutler & Giuseppe GrazianoApril 29, 2014 (2014-04-29)5.59[22]
Joyce discovers that Katie has big plans with her boyfriend after the spring formal; despite being unable to cook, Mel promises to make dinner for Allison (Constance Zimmer).
11"Secret Lives of Fishers"Linda MendozaTucker Cawley & Laura ChinnMay 6, 2014 (2014-05-06)5.05[23]
Mel sneaks into Joyce's house to take bubble baths; Joyce panics over her success at school; Katie gets a secret job; Runyen helps Henry prepare to fight a bully.
12"Madi About You"Dean HollandMathew Harawitz & Amelie GilletteJune 11, 2014 (2014-06-11)4.04[24]
Mel tries to prove a point to Joyce's sister, Madi (Erinn Hayes); Henry worries that he and Jenny have fallen into the "friend zone."
13"Growing Up Fairbanks"Matt SohnD. J. Nash & David HoldenJune 11, 2014 (2014-06-11)3.58[24]
As the divorce is about to become final, Mel is determined to maintain normalcy; Henry must overcome his fear of horses.

Reception and cancellation

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Initially sporting good ratings, viewership declined over the course of the season, ending with a 1.2 share (about five million viewers) when the show was cancelled.[25] Only 2 of NBC's 8 sitcoms were renewed that year.[26] It was unpopular with critics, producing a 35% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes, although audiences loved it twice as much, producing a 70%.[27]

References

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  1. ^ "NBC Reveals Its 2013-14 Primetime Schedule". The Futon Critic. May 12, 2013. Retrieved May 12, 2013.
  2. ^ a b Andreeva, Nellie (January 22, 2013). "2ND UPDATE: NBC Orders Four Drama & Three Comedy Pilots". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
  3. ^ Bibel, Sara (January 10, 2014). "NBC Sets Premiere Dates for 'About a Boy', 'Growing Up Fisher', 'Believe', 'Crisis' & More". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on January 10, 2014. Retrieved January 10, 2014.
  4. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (May 9, 2014). "'Revolution', 'Growing Up Fisher', 'Believe', 'Crisis' & 'Community' Canceled by NBC". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on May 11, 2014. Retrieved May 10, 2014.
  5. ^ "Development Update: Tuesday, October 2". The Futon Critic. October 2, 2012. Retrieved July 25, 2013.
  6. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (February 8, 2013). "Christina Ricci To Topline NBC's 'Girlfriend In A Coma', Parker Posey To Star In DJ Nash". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 6, 2014.
  7. ^ Gelman, Vlada (February 13, 2013). "Pilot News: Closer Alum J.K. Simmons to Play Blind Dad in NBC Comedy". TV Line. Retrieved March 6, 2014.[permanent dead link]
  8. ^ "Development Update: Tuesday, March 5". The Futon Critic. March 5, 2013. Retrieved March 6, 2014.
  9. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (May 9, 2013). "NBC New Series Pickups: Sean Hayes, DJ Nash, 'Crisis', 'About A Boy', 'Believe'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 11, 2013.
  10. ^ Goldberg, Lesley; Rose, Lacey (May 9, 2013). "NBC Series Orders: 'Crisis,' 'Believe,' 'About a Boy,' Sean Hayes, D.J. Nash Comedies". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved May 11, 2013.
  11. ^ "Exclusive: NBC Renames "The Family Guide" to "Growing Up Fisher"". The Futon Critic. June 5, 2013. Retrieved September 24, 2016.
  12. ^ Ausiello, Michael (July 1, 2013). "Exclusive: Jenna Elfman Officially Replaces Parker Posey in NBC's Growing Up Fisher". TVLine. Retrieved July 25, 2013.[permanent dead link]
  13. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (February 25, 2014). "Sunday Final Ratings: Olympics Closing Ceremony. 'The Amazing Race', '60 Minutes' & 'Growing Up Fisher' Adjusted Down". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on March 1, 2014. Retrieved February 25, 2014.
  14. ^ Bibel, Sara (March 5, 2014). "Tuesday Final Ratings: 'The Voice', 'NCIS' & 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Adjusted Up; 'About A Boy, 'The Goldbergs' & 'Growing Up Fisher' Adjusted Down". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on March 6, 2014. Retrieved March 5, 2014.
  15. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (March 12, 2014). "Tuesday Final Ratings: 'The Voice' & 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Adjusted Up; 'The Originals', 'Mind Games', 'About a Boy', 'Growing Up Fisher' & 'Chicago Fire' Adjusted Down". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on March 13, 2014. Retrieved March 12, 2014.
  16. ^ Bibel, Sara (March 19, 2014). "Tuesday Final Ratings: 'The Voice', 'Marvel Studios: Assembling A Universe', 'The Goldbergs' & 'Supernatural' Adjusted Up; 'About A Boy' & 'Person of Interest' Adjusted Down". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on March 20, 2014. Retrieved March 19, 2014.
  17. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (March 26, 2014). "Tuesday Final Ratings: 'The Voice', 'Mind Games' & 'Supernatural' Adjusted Up". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on March 27, 2014. Retrieved March 26, 2014.
  18. ^ Bibel, Sara (April 2, 2014). "Tuesday Final Ratings: 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D', 'The Voice' & 'NCIS' Adjusted Up; 'About A Boy' & 'Growing Up Fisher' Adjusted Down". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on April 4, 2014. Retrieved April 2, 2014.
  19. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (April 9, 2014). "Tuesday Final Ratings: 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.', 'The Voice' Adjusted Up; 'About a Boy' & 'Chicago Fire' Adjusted Down". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on April 12, 2014. Retrieved April 9, 2014.
  20. ^ Bibel, Sara (April 16, 2014). "Tuesday Final Ratings: 'The Originals', 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.', 'The Voice', 'NCIS', 'New Girl' & 'Person of Interest' Adjusted Up; 'Supernatural', 'About A Boy' & 'Growing Up Fisher' Adjusted Down". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on April 17, 2014. Retrieved April 16, 2014.
  21. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (April 23, 2014). "Tuesday Final Ratings: 'The Voice' and 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Adjusted Up". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on April 24, 2014. Retrieved April 23, 2014.
  22. ^ Bibel, Sara (April 30, 2014). "Tuesday Final Ratings: 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.', 'Glee', 'The Goldbergs', 'New Girl' & 'Trophy Wife' Adjusted Up; 'About A Boy' & 'Growing Up Fisher' Adjusted Down". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on May 2, 2014. Retrieved April 30, 2014.
  23. ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (May 7, 2014). "Tuesday Final Ratings: 'The Voice' & 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Adjusted Up". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on May 8, 2014. Retrieved May 7, 2014.
  24. ^ a b Bibel, Sara (June 12, 2014). "Wednesday Final Ratings: 'Motive' Adjusted Up; No Adjustment to 'The 100'". TV by the Numbers. Archived from the original on June 15, 2014. Retrieved June 12, 2014.
  25. ^ Growing Up Fisher: NBC Sitcom Cancelled After One Season
  26. ^ NBC Cancels ‘Growing Up Fisher’
  27. ^ GROWING UP FISHER: SEASON 1 (2014)
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