According to Jim 2001
What is According to Jim?
According to Jim is a television series that premiered in 2001. The program centers on a character named Jim, who is depicted as a typical all-American man and a macho everyman.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2001
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 182
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 3, 2001
- Last aired
- Jun 2, 2009
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
According to Jim is a television series that premiered in 2001. The program centers on a character named Jim, who is depicted as a typical all-American man and a macho everyman. Despite his boyish bravado and humorous antics, Jim maintains a soft spot for his wife and children. The narrative explores the domestic turmoil created by his behavior, while emphasizing that the couple remains committed to their marriage. The relationship is described as one where opposites attract, yet there is never a doubt that the pair is in the marriage for keeps. The series focuses on the daily dynamics of this family unit. While the title of the show utilizes a common prepositional phrase, the term according is defined in various contexts as meaning to grant or give something as appropriate, or to be in conformity or agreement with something. The show highlights the balance between Jim's personality and his family life within the structure of their home.
Should you watch it?
“A macho dad's humorous antics contrast with his loving family life.”
- Jim Belushi's charismatic performance
- family dynamics with comedic timing
- light escapism with heart
- occasionally repetitive storylines
- humor may feel dated to some viewers
you enjoy classic sitcoms centered on family life with a comedic twist.
Suitable for general audiences with mild humor and family-centric themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 22 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Pilot Oct 3, 2001
- E2 No Nookie Oct 10, 2001
- E3 The Cat Came Back Oct 17, 2001
- E4 Anniversary Oct 24, 2001
- E5 Unruly Spirits Oct 31, 2001
- E6 The Crush Nov 7, 2001
- E7 Cheryl's Old Flame Nov 14, 2001
- E8 The Turkey Bowl Nov 21, 2001
- E9 Andy's Girlfriend Nov 28, 2001
- E10 An According to Jiminy Christmas Dec 12, 2001
- E11 The Bad Word Jan 16, 2002
- E12 Model Behavior Jan 23, 2002
- E13 The Money Jan 30, 2002
- E14 Blow-Up Feb 13, 2002
- E15 Racquetball Feb 27, 2002
- E16 Under Pressure Mar 6, 2002
- E17 Date Night Mar 13, 2002
- E18 Birthday Boys Mar 20, 2002
- E19 The Receipt Apr 24, 2002
- E20 Old Friends May 1, 2002
- E21 Cheryl's Day Off May 8, 2002
- E22 No Surprises May 15, 2002
Season 2 · 28 episodes
- E1 The Importance of Being Jim Oct 1, 2002
- E2 Cars and Chicks Oct 8, 2002
- E3 The Baby Monitor Oct 15, 2002
- E4 The Pizza Boy Oct 22, 2002
- E5 The Closet Oct 29, 2002
- E6 Punch & Ruby Nov 5, 2002
- E7 The Bachelor Nov 12, 2002
- E8 Father Disfigure Nov 19, 2002
- E9 Thanksgiving Confidential Nov 26, 2002
- E10 The Christmas Party Dec 10, 2002
- E11 The Brother-in-Law Dec 17, 2002
- E12 Moral Dilemma Jan 7, 2003
- E13 You Gotta Love Somebody (1) Jan 21, 2003
- E14 You Gotta Love Somebody (2) Jan 21, 2003
- E15 The Smell of Success Jan 28, 2003
- E16 Slumber Party Feb 4, 2003
- E17 The Ring Feb 11, 2003
- E18 Wonder Woman Feb 18, 2003
- E19 The Pass Feb 25, 2003
- E20 Dana Gets Fired Mar 11, 2003
- E21 Bo Diddley Apr 1, 2003
- E22 Deal with the Devlins Apr 1, 2003
- E23 The Helmet Apr 8, 2003
- E24 No Harm, No Fowl Apr 29, 2003
- E25 About a Girl May 6, 2003
- E26 Mom's Boyfriend May 13, 2003
- E27 Vegas, Baby (1) May 20, 2003
- E28 Vegas, Baby (2) May 20, 2003
Season 3 · 29 episodes
- E1 The Errand Sep 23, 2003
- E2 The Packer Ball Sep 30, 2003
- E3 We Have a Bingo Oct 7, 2003
- E4 Getting to Know You Oct 14, 2003
- E5 The Lemonade Stand Oct 21, 2003
- E6 ABC's and 123's Oct 21, 2003
- E7 Dana Dates Jim Oct 28, 2003
- E8 Scary Movie Nov 4, 2003
- E9 The Imaginary Friend Nov 11, 2003
- E10 Paintball Nov 18, 2003
- E11 The Empty Gesture Nov 25, 2003
- E12 Rules of Engagement Dec 2, 2003
- E13 Secret Santa Dec 9, 2003
- E14 House for Sale Jan 6, 2004
- E15 Dana Dates the Reverend Jan 27, 2004
- E16 The Best Man Feb 10, 2004
- E17 Cheryl Sings Feb 17, 2004
- E18 When You Wish to Be a Star (1) Feb 24, 2004
- E19 When You Wish to Be a Star (2) Mar 2, 2004
- E20 No Crime, But Punishment Mar 9, 2004
- E21 The Baby Mar 16, 2004
- E22 Who's The Boss? Mar 30, 2004
- E23 The Truck Apr 6, 2004
- E24 The Toilet Apr 27, 2004
- E25 Trashed May 4, 2004
- E26 The Marriage Bank May 11, 2004
- E27 Everyone Gets Dumped May 18, 2004
- E28 The Swimming Pool (1) May 25, 2004
- E29 The Vast Difference (2) May 25, 2004
Season 4 · 27 episodes
- E1 A Hole in One Sep 21, 2004
- E2 The Effort Sep 28, 2004
- E3 The Grill Oct 12, 2004
- E4 The Garage Door Oct 19, 2004
- E5 Dress to Kill Me Oct 26, 2004
- E6 Father-Daughter Dance Nov 9, 2004
- E7 Plot Twist Nov 16, 2004
- E8 The Hunters Nov 23, 2004
- E9 Poking the Bear Nov 30, 2004
- E10 Stalking Santa Dec 14, 2004
- E11 Sympathy from the Devlins Jan 11, 2005
- E12 Nanny-Cam Jan 18, 2005
- E13 The Jealous Husband Jan 25, 2005
- E14 A Crying Shame Feb 8, 2005
- E15 Guess Who's Cooking Your Dinner? Feb 15, 2005
- E16 The Wedding Dress Feb 22, 2005
- E17 The Mustache Mar 8, 2005
- E18 Shall We Dance? Mar 8, 2005
- E19 Take My Wife, Please Mar 15, 2005
- E20 Spelling Bee Mar 22, 2005
- E21 Kentucky Fried Beltzman Mar 29, 2005
- E22 The Clock Apr 12, 2005
- E23 The Competition Apr 19, 2005
- E24 The Bachelorette Party May 3, 2005
- E25 Geronimo Jim May 10, 2005
- E26 The Scrapbook May 10, 2005
- E27 Wedding Bell Blues May 17, 2005
Season 5 · 22 episodes
- E1 Foul Ball Sep 20, 2005
- E2 The Tale of the Tape (1) Sep 27, 2005
- E3 The Tale of the Tape (2) Sep 27, 2005
- E4 Charity Begins at Hef's Oct 4, 2005
- E5 The Race Oct 11, 2005
- E6 Anec-Dont's Oct 18, 2005
- E7 The Chick Whisperer Nov 1, 2005
- E8 James & the Annoying Peach Nov 8, 2005
- E9 The Dream Nov 15, 2005
- E10 Lean On Me Nov 29, 2005
- E11 The Gift of the Maggie Dec 13, 2005
- E12 Sex Ed Fred Jan 10, 2006
- E13 Renewing Vows Jan 24, 2006
- E14 The Stick Feb 7, 2006
- E15 Mr. Right Feb 7, 2006
- E16 Get Your Freak On Feb 21, 2006
- E17 The Grumpy Guy Feb 28, 2006
- E18 Polite Jim Mar 7, 2006
- E19 Daddy Dearest Mar 7, 2006
- E20 The Thin Green Line Mar 14, 2006
- E21 Jim's Best Friend Mar 21, 2006
- E22 Belaboring the Point May 2, 2006
Frequently asked questions
Who stars in According to Jim?
Jim Belushi stars as the main character, supported by Courtney Thorne-Smith and other cast members.
When did According to Jim air?
The show originally aired from 2001 to 2009 on ABC.
How many children does Jim have on the show?
Jim starts with three children and later has five by the seventh season.
What type of show is According to Jim?
It is a sitcom focused on suburban family life with comedic elements.
Is the show still popular today?
It maintains a nostalgic appeal among fans of early 2000s television.