Man with a Plan
A CBS Original
Adam Burns expects a smooth transition when his wife returns to work, only to discover that parenting is a full time job with no vacation days. He becomes the stay-at-home dad who handles school drop offs, messy meals, and the constant logistics of a busy household. Andi, his wife, continues to... Read more
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About Man with a Plan
Adam Burns expects a smooth transition when his wife returns to work, only to discover that parenting is a full time job with no vacation days. He becomes the stay-at-home dad who handles school drop offs, messy meals, and the constant logistics of a busy household. Andi, his wife, continues to climb in her career, leaving Adam to balance the day to day chaos with his own brand of improvised solutions. Alongside a supportive, if occasionally meddling family and friends, Adam stumbles, learns, and wins small victories as he figures out what it truly takes to keep a family running. The tone stays light and affectionate, never losing sight of heart. The show blends big family moments with brisk wit.
Created by Jeff Filgo and Jackie Filgo, Man with a Plan stars Matt LeBlanc as Adam Burns with Liza Snyder, Stacy Keach, Matt Cook and Kali Rocha, delivering a familiar family ensemble in a traditional network comedy.
Man with a Plan arrived amid family comedies that redefine dads on screen. It nudges conversations about stay-at-home parenting as a normal part of family life and shows warmth and humor can come from everyday chores, while giving Matt LeBlanc a presence on network TV.
Critical response to Man with a Plan was mixed but generally warm toward its friendly vibe and sturdy ensemble. Viewers appreciated the chemistry between LeBlanc and Snyder, as well as the show's dependable family humor that centers on cooperation, problem solving, and the little wins of daily life and resilience.
The series did not rack up major award nominations, but it carved out a familiar niche for a modern sit com about parenting and partnership. Its steady slot and easygoing humor helped it build a loyal audience even as critics kept expectations modest. It remains a comfortable watch for families.
Details
- Release Date
- October 24, 2016
- Episode Length
- 22m
- Rating
- TV-PG
- User Ratings
- 124 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 4
- Episodes
- 69
- Network
- CBS
- Status
- Canceled
- Genres
- Comedy
- Country
- United States
- Studio
- 3 Arts Entertainment +1 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Matt LeBlanc
Adam Burns
Liza Snyder
Andi Burns
Stacy Keach
Joe Burns
Matt Cook
Lowell Franklin
Kali Rocha
Marcy Burns
Grace Kaufman
Kate Burns
Matthew McCann
Teddy Burns
Hala Finley
Emme Burns
Kevin Nealon
Don Burns
Created by: Jeff Filgo, Jackie Filgo
Seasons (4 seasons, 69 episodes)
Season 1
22 episodes - 2016
Season 2
21 episodes - 2017
Season 3
13 episodes - 2019
Season 4
13 episodes - 2020