I'm with Her is an American sitcom television series created by Chris Henchy and Marco Pennette, starring David Sutcliffe and Teri Polo, that aired on ABC from September 23, 2003 to April 27, 2004.

I'm with Her
GenreSitcom
Created by
Starring
Opening theme"Is She Really Going Out with Him?" by Sugar Ray
ComposerRhett Miller
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes22 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producers
ProducerFaye Oshima Belyeu
Camera setupMulti-camera
Running time30 minutes
Production companies
Original release
NetworkABC
ReleaseSeptember 23, 2003 (2003-09-23) –
April 27, 2004 (2004-04-27)

Synopsis

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The series, loosely based on creator Chris Henchy's relationship with wife Brooke Shields,[1] begins on that chance meeting. Patrick Owen (David Sutcliffe), a down-to-earth and dedicated high school teacher, grabs a cup of coffee with his best friend and fellow teacher Stevie (Danny Comden), when he's bitten by a dog. The owner of the dog is famous movie star Alex Young (Teri Polo).[2] Over her apologies, Patrick recognizes Alex and makes light of the situation. Before leaving, Alex gives Patrick her phone number so he can contact her for any medical costs incurred.

Despite the incessant pleading of Stevie to call her, Patrick feels that Alex is out of his league. Back at Alex's house, her overprotective, cynical and bitter sister, Cheri (Rhea Seehorn), panics about the dog biting and how Alex could give a complete stranger their phone number. Alex is not as suspicious, and slightly hopeful that he'll call. Cheri has her doubts, thinking it's a bad idea for Alex to be interested in a "civilian" (someone not in the biz). However, fate and chemistry prove stronger than perceived impressions, and Alex and Patrick begin dating. Patrick is unprepared for the chaos that comes with Alex. He loses his anonymity and is stalked by paparazzi, which jeopardizes his job. Stevie adds to the problem with his constant busy-bodying and attempts to force his way into the relationship of Patrick and this huge star.

The season finale, which was also the series finale, was left on a cliffhanger which was never resolved as the series was canceled after 22 episodes.

Cast

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Production

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Marco Pennette and Chris Henchy, who co-created the series, were the executive producers along with Mike Tollin, Brian Robbins, Joe Davola and Jack Burditt.

Episodes

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No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateProd.
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1"Pilot"Ted WassChris Henchy & Marco PennetteSeptember 23, 2003 (2003-09-23)475213
2"The Second Date"Ted WassCarol LeiferSeptember 30, 2003 (2003-09-30)177001
3"The Smarty Party"Ted WassChris Henchy & Marco PennetteOctober 7, 2003 (2003-10-07)177002
4"The Musical"John FortenberryJack BurdittOctober 14, 2003 (2003-10-14)177003
5"The Weekend Away"John FortenberryBryan Behar & Steve BaldikoskiOctober 21, 2003 (2003-10-21)177004
6"All About Evil"Philip Charles MacKenzieJack BurdittOctober 28, 2003 (2003-10-28)177005
7"The Last Action Queero"Shelley JensenNancy SteenNovember 11, 2003 (2003-11-11)177006
8"Alex Misses the Boat"Ted WassBryan Behar & Steve BaldikoskiNovember 18, 2003 (2003-11-18)177007
9"Meet the Parent"Robby BensonApril PesaNovember 25, 2003 (2003-11-25)177008
10"The Greatest Christmas Story Ever Told"Robby BensonJack BurdittDecember 23, 2003 (2003-12-23)177009
11"The Heartbreak Kid"UnknownUnknownJanuary 6, 2004 (2004-01-06)177010
12"The Kid Stays in the Picture"UnknownUnknownJanuary 13, 2004 (2004-01-13)177011
13"Party of Two"UnknownUnknownJanuary 27, 2004 (2004-01-27)177012
14"Poison Ivy"UnknownUnknownFebruary 10, 2004 (2004-02-10)177013
15"Not in My Dress You Won't"UnknownUnknownFebruary 17, 2004 (2004-02-17)177014
16"Winners & Losers & Whiners & Boozers: Part 1"Shelley JensenJack BurdittFebruary 24, 2004 (2004-02-24)177015
17"Winners & Losers & Whiners & Boozers: Part 2"Shelley JensenBryan Behar & Steve BaldikoskiMarch 2, 2004 (2004-03-02)177016
18"The Peck-Peck"UnknownUnknownMarch 16, 2004 (2004-03-16)177017
19"Eight Simple Rules for Dating a Celebrity"UnknownUnknownMarch 30, 2004 (2004-03-30)177018
20"Friends in Low Places"UnknownUnknownApril 6, 2004 (2004-04-06)177019
21"Drama Queen"UnknownUnknownApril 20, 2004 (2004-04-20)177020
22"I'm Not with Her"UnknownUnknownApril 27, 2004 (2004-04-27)177021

References

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  1. ^ * Bonin, Liane (2003-10-20). "I'm with Her Review". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on 2008-09-06. Retrieved 2008-08-20.
  2. ^ Crook, John (September 21, 2003). "ABC delivers a fall valentine with charming 'I'm with Her'". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved November 13, 2014.
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