Tim Allen is reuniting with ABC for a third comedy series, tentatively titled Shifting Gears, following Last Man Standing’s cancellation. The stand-up comedian’s acting career was launched with his role as Tim “The Toolman” Taylor on the ABC sitcom Home Improvement, which ran for eight seasons from 1991 to 1999. Allen reunited with the network for Last Man Standing, which aired on ABC for six seasons before being canceled in 2017 and was subsequently picked up by Fox for three more seasons.
Now, Allen is reuniting with ABC for a third sitcom tentatively titled Shifting Gears. According to Deadline, the project is from Duncanville co-creators Mike Scully and Julie Thacker-Scully, and Last Man Standing executive producers Marty Adelstein, Becky Clements, Richard Baker, and Rick Messina. There are currently no confirmed cast members other than Allen.
Like Last Man Standing, Allen is also an executive producer on Shifting Gears.
Written by the Scullys, Shifting Gears will star Allen as a character named Matt, described as a stubborn widower who owns a shop specializing in restoring classic cars. However, the real restoration process begins when Matt’s estranged daughter and her teenage kids move into his house. Similar to Home Improvement and Last Man Standing, Shifting Gears will star Allen as a father figure with mechanical aptitude. In Last Man Standing, Allen played Mike Baxter, who works at a sporting goods store but often engages in various DIY projects.
Allen is also currently the star and executive producer of the Disney+ series, The Santa Clauses, which finished airing its second season last December. There is no official word on The Santa Clauses season 3’s renewal, though it likely won’t return until the 2025 holiday season, meaning it and ABC’s Shifting Gears, if it’s picked up to series, should be able to run simultaneously. However, whether Shifting Gears runs for as long as Home Improvement and Last Man Standing remains to be seen.
FAQ
What is Tim Allen’s new comedy series with ABC?
Tim Allen’s new comedy series with ABC is tentatively titled “Shifting Gears.” It marks Allen’s third collaboration with ABC following “Home Improvement” and “Last Man Standing.”
Who are the creators and executive producers of “Shifting Gears”?
“Shifting Gears” is created by Mike Scully and Julie Thacker-Scully, co-creators of “Duncanville.” The executive producers include Marty Adelstein, Becky Clements, Richard Baker, and Rick Messina, who were also involved in “Last Man Standing.”
What is the premise of “Shifting Gears”?
“Shifting Gears” follows the story of Matt, a stubborn widower who owns a shop specializing in restoring classic cars. The real restoration process begins when Matt’s estranged daughter and her teenage kids move into his house, leading to family dynamics and comedic situations.
What role does Tim Allen play in “Shifting Gears”?
Tim Allen stars as Matt, the protagonist and father figure in “Shifting Gears.” Similar to his roles in “Home Improvement” and “Last Man Standing,” Allen’s character is portrayed as a mechanically adept father.
Is Tim Allen involved in the production of “Shifting Gears”?
Yes, Tim Allen is not only starring in “Shifting Gears” but also serves as an executive producer, similar to his involvement in “Last Man Standing.”
What other projects is Tim Allen currently involved in?
Apart from “Shifting Gears,” Tim Allen is the star and executive producer of the Disney+ series “The Santa Clauses.” The series finished airing its second season in December, and while there’s no official word on a renewal for season 3, it’s likely to return for the 2025 holiday season.