Gary Unmarried

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Season 1
  • Network: CBS
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 24, 2008
Season #: 35, 2, 1
User Score
6.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 21
  3. Negative: 6 out of 21
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  1. MikeB.
    Oct 7, 2008
    9
    So many new shows try to build around a concept. Gary Unmarried is built around great comedy writing and very solid acting. If you were a fan of Friends and Everybody Loves Raymond or are a fan of New Adventures of Old Christine, give Gary a try.
  2. CrackinUpEveryWednesday
    Nov 5, 2008
    10
    Omg! The Critics 'need new writers' - - - lol! To quote Glenn Garvin of Miami Herald "It's hard to enjoy CRITICS in such dire need of a hard slapping. " (Note: I'm normally not a violent person - but c'mon . . . ) I'll be honest, I've NEVER been a fan of Jay Mohr but "Gary Unmarried's" writers have convinced me to give Jay another chance. The Omg! The Critics 'need new writers' - - - lol! To quote Glenn Garvin of Miami Herald "It's hard to enjoy CRITICS in such dire need of a hard slapping. " (Note: I'm normally not a violent person - but c'mon . . . ) I'll be honest, I've NEVER been a fan of Jay Mohr but "Gary Unmarried's" writers have convinced me to give Jay another chance. The WRITERS should be awarded for EXCELLENCE. Old Christine, my favorite show before the writer's strike - has lost the laughter... Gary Unmarried - ALL of the cast literally have me giggling in my soup - and again, the writing is tight, ORIGINAL . . . bang on. I know funny and Gary Unmarried IS funny! Kudo's!!!… Expand
  3. ChrisJ.
    Sep 25, 2008
    2
    Oh, Man....Another divorcee falls for her therapist? Paula Marshall in another bad sitcom? Jay Mohr not funny? Tell me it's not true. Ms. Marshall could use better representation. That's it! I'm writing a sitcom. I can't do much worse.
  4. TinaT.
    Jan 8, 2009
    10
    This show ROCKS!! It received the People's Choice Award last night...so you critics who think you're GOD can eat your words...This show is GREAT!!!
  5. ChristopherK.
    Nov 15, 2008
    4
    The show lacks the staying power a sitcom needs at a somewhat prime time slot!
  6. ChrisG.
    Sep 24, 2008
    9
    Arrogant critics quickly dismissed this engaging comedy, although Jay Mohr is spot on with his one-liners and I agree that the show needs more characters, but I'll be watching. It's a far cleaner version of the often juvenile 2 1/2 men.
  7. JuliaB
    Dec 15, 2009
    10
    How cute is this blended family thing! I really love the hubby/ex/girlfriend/black guy friend/hippy dad/military brother/geeky kids circle that Gary has going on. And that he's following his dream and fought so hard for it in the radio career, and that he seems to be fighting for his girl...Everyone on this show is great....

Awards & Rankings

90
#90 Best TV Season of 2008
78
#78 Most Discussed TV Season of 2008

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
47

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 21
  3. Negative: 6 out of 21
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Gillian Flynn
    58
    Gary's uneven because it doesn't feel like a sitcom working for Mohr, but Mohr working for a sitcom.
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  2. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Barry Garron
    70
    Despite its 1980s ambiance, you can't simply dismiss the show. It has some genuinely funny lines, though it's not clear who to thank for that.
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  3. L.A. Weekly
    Reviewed by: Robert Abele
    70
    Gary Unmarried is pretty much business as usual, introducing us to a dude of simple pleasures.
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