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TJ · 10-29-2014, 08:11 PM

The McCarthys - Thursdays at 9:30PM ET/PT on CBS
Premieres Thursday, October 30, 2014 at 9:30PM ET/PT

The McCarthys is a multi-camera comedy about a close-knit, sports-crazed Boston family whose somewhat athletically challenged son, Ronny, is chosen by his father to be his assistant high school basketball coach, much to the surprise of his more qualified siblings. Ronny wants nothing more than to move away, join the singles scene and find a partner. His distraught mother, Marjorie is not upset that her favorite son is gay, but that he wants to leave Boston and his family. Ronny's plans change, however, when his politically incorrect and outspoken father, Arthur stuns everyone with his choice for an assistant. Touched by his father's offer, Ronny embarks on a completely different future – and he can be sure that his loving family, including his twin brothers Sean and Gerard and his sister Jackie, are going to have a very vocal opinion about it.

Read our review here:
http://blog.sitcomsonline.com/2014/1...mccarthys.html

Ron Ron · 10-29-2014, 09:21 PM

I hope this show does well. It has Laurie Metcalf….Joey from NKOTB and John Ritter's son.

TMC · 10-31-2014, 12:55 AM

http://www.philly.com/philly/enterta...ing__Mom_.html

Tyler Ritter, John’s son, is more like his late father than Jason Ritter, and the show is a throwback to past hit sitcoms. PLUS: The characters are appealing, and it’s a by-the-numbers sitcom.
Read more at http://www.hitfix.com/tv-tattle#xjBeshWy0Iz9U64B.99

Mace Dolex · 10-31-2014, 01:21 AM

Don't know if I'll stick
with it only found it mildly amusing, don't know if I can take those Boston accents anymore.

Wawwie · 10-31-2014, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by TMC

Tyler Ritter, John’s son, is more like his late father than Jason Ritter

Tyler Ritter looks SO much like John. Even some of his mannerisms are like John's.

TMC · 10-31-2014, 07:22 PM

http://variety.com/2014/data/ratings...os-1201344275/

The freshman comedy appears to have delivered CBS’ worst ratings in the 18-49 demo.
Read more at http://www.hitfix.com/tv-tattle#iv8KgJPdCZXbUOCY.99

Will and Grace Fanatic · 11-02-2014, 01:54 PM

I liked it and hope it survives but CBS loves to cancel comedies. Hopefully the ratings improve or stay steady so it can survive.

Blackout · 11-02-2014, 08:28 PM

the previews make this show look unbearable and unoriginal

liane49 · 11-03-2014, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron Ron

I hope this show does well. It has Laurie Metcalf….Joey from NKOTB and John Ritter's son.

It had a few laughs but for the most part I thought it was stupid. But I'l keep it on because it comes on after 2 and a half men and before I watch Parenthood.

ILuvCarolBurnett · 11-08-2014, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Mace Dolex

Don't know if I'll stick
with it only found it mildly amusing, don't know if I can take those Boston accents anymore.

I agree with you. I watched it the other night, and didn't really get into it. I just saw a bunch of somber people eating.

comedyfreak · 11-09-2014, 03:55 AM

I seen Thursdays show it was okay will give it a few more viewings. John Ritter's son sure looks and even sounds like him.

10-29-2014, 08:11 PM	#1
TJ Site Owner Administrator Forum Star Join Date: Feb 03, 2000 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 10,648	CBS Fall Pilot Review: The McCarthys - Premieres October 30 The McCarthys - Thursdays at 9:30PM ET/PT on CBS Premieres Thursday, October 30, 2014 at 9:30PM ET/PT The McCarthys is a multi-camera comedy about a close-knit, sports-crazed Boston family whose somewhat athletically challenged son, Ronny, is chosen by his father to be his assistant high school basketball coach, much to the surprise of his more qualified siblings. Ronny wants nothing more than to move away, join the singles scene and find a partner. His distraught mother, Marjorie is not upset that her favorite son is gay, but that he wants to leave Boston and his family. Ronny's plans change, however, when his politically incorrect and outspoken father, Arthur stuns everyone with his choice for an assistant. Touched by his father's offer, Ronny embarks on a completely different future – and he can be sure that his loving family, including his twin brothers Sean and Gerard and his sister Jackie, are going to have a very vocal opinion about it. Read our review here: http://blog.sitcomsonline.com/2014/1...mccarthys.html

10-31-2014, 12:55 AM	#3
TMC Member Forum Idol Join Date: Jan 09, 2001 Posts: 124,387	CBS’ “The McCarthys” has potential, but it hasn’t figured itself out http://www.philly.com/philly/enterta...ing__Mom_.html Tyler Ritter, John’s son, is more like his late father than Jason Ritter, and the show is a throwback to past hit sitcoms. PLUS: The characters are appealing, and it’s a by-the-numbers sitcom. Read more at http://www.hitfix.com/tv-tattle#xjBeshWy0Iz9U64B.99

10-31-2014, 07:22 PM	#6
TMC Member Forum Idol Join Date: Jan 09, 2001 Posts: 124,387	“The McCarthys” has a lackluster debut http://variety.com/2014/data/ratings...os-1201344275/ The freshman comedy appears to have delivered CBS’ worst ratings in the 18-49 demo. Read more at http://www.hitfix.com/tv-tattle#iv8KgJPdCZXbUOCY.99
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11-02-2014, 01:54 PM	#7
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11-02-2014, 08:28 PM	#8
Blackout Sart Bimpson Senior Member Join Date: Jan 13, 2003 Location: where the sun rises Posts: 2,235	the previews make this show look unbearable and unoriginal
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10-29-2014, 09:21 PM	#2
Ron Ron Member Senior Member Join Date: Oct 30, 2005 Posts: 2,138	I hope this show does well. It has Laurie Metcalf….Joey from NKOTB and John Ritter's son.

10-31-2014, 01:21 AM	#4
Mace Dolex Member Senior Member Join Date: Aug 12, 2013 Posts: 2,660	Don't know if I'll stick with it only found it mildly amusing, don't know if I can take those Boston accents anymore.

11-09-2014, 03:55 AM	#11
comedyfreak Cheers! Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 14, 2005 Location: Sunny California Posts: 11,058	I seen Thursdays show it was okay will give it a few more viewings. John Ritter's son sure looks and even sounds like him.
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