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TV-PG
2016
2 Seasons
5.6 (9,771)

Kevin Can Wait is a hilarious sitcom that aired on CBS from 2016-2018. The show features the incomparable Kevin James as the lead character, Kevin Gable, a recently retired police officer from Long Island. After working in law enforcement for almost 30 years, Kevin is ready to take on his new role--staying at home with his wife and three kids. The first season introduces Kevin as a new retiree who is trying to find his place in the world now that he no longer has a job. He's excited to spend more time with his family, but that proves to be more difficult than he anticipated. His wife, Donna, played by Erinn Hayes, is a nurse who works long hours and is often tired when she comes home. Kevin tries to help out around the house, but his lack of experience with domestic chores often leads to comedic mishaps. Kevin's children are also a source of entertainment on the show. His oldest daughter, Kendra, played by Taylor Spreitler, is in college and dating a hippie named Chale, played by Ryan Cartwright. Kevin constantly tries to set Kendra up with other young men, convinced that Chale is not right for her. Kevin's middle child, Sara, is played by Mary-Charles Jones. She's a bit of a troublemaker and often gets into mischief with her friends. Lastly, there's Jack, Kevin's youngest son played by James DiGiacomo. Jack is a bit of an oddball and often says things that surprise his family. As the show progresses, Kevin realizes that staying at home isn't as easy as he thought it would be. He misses his old life as a police officer and begins to take odd jobs to stay busy. He decides to start his own security company, but that's easier said than done. Kevin's business ventures often lead to disastrous results, but he never gives up on his dream of being his own boss. Along with his best friend, Duffy, played by Lenny Venito, Kevin tries his hand at everything from party planning to personal training. Throughout the show, Kevin's family is always there to support him, even if they don't always agree with his decisions. His daughter Kendra gets engaged to Chale, which causes tension between Kevin and his daughter. Kevin's wife Donna is always looking out for his best interests, even if he doesn't always see it that way. Kevin's brother, Kyle, played by Gary Valentine, adds to the comedic moments on the show with his quirky personality. The show features a variety of recurring characters, including Kevin's former police partner, Mott, played by Ryan Cartwright, and Goody, played by Leonard Earl Howze. The show's humor is often derived from Kevin's mishaps and misadventures as he tries to navigate his new life as a retiree. The show's focus is on family and the importance of sticking together through the ups and downs of life. The show's two seasons are filled with heartwarming moments, laugh-out-loud comedy, and relatable storylines. The cast is outstanding, and Kevin James shines as the lovable and bumbling Kevin Gable. The show does an excellent job of balancing humor with more serious moments, and the characters are all well-developed and endearing. Overall, Kevin Can Wait is a must-watch sitcom for fans of comedy and family-centered shows. The show may have been short-lived, but it left a lasting impact on its viewers. The show's messages about family, friendship, and never giving up on your dreams are timeless, and the show is sure to provide countless hours of laughter and entertainment.

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Seasons

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24. A Band Done

May 7, 2018

After a former bandmate talks Kevin into reuniting with their old band, Smokefish, with hopes of making it big, Vanessa realizes a chance encounter with the band in her past changed the course of her life.

23. Brew Ha Ha

April 30, 2018

Kevin offers to help Kendra and Chale buy Enzo's, but they soon realize that the partnership won't work when Kevin's idea of a silent partner is not so silent. As the tension among them escalates, Kendra and Chale find peace at Vanessa's apartment.

22. Phat Monkey

April 16, 2018

When Monkey Fist lands Alviti's big account to provide security for his parking garages, Kevin inadvertently derails Rootger's efforts to study for his security guard test and puts the new job in jeopardy, much to Vanessa's dismay. Also, Kendra and Chale try to persuade an investor to help finance their brew pub idea.

21. The Smoking Bun

April 9, 2018

Plans to knock it down and build a parking lot. But when Alviti makes them a lucrative job offer, the future of Enzo's is at stake.

20. Forty Seven Candles

March 26, 2018

Vanessa thinks she's friendless when none of her pals are available to go to dinner with her on her birthday. Feeling lonely while waiting for Kevin to pick her up for what she thinks is just a dinner for two, Vanessa gets tipsy with Kyle, and the two share a flirtatious moment.

19. Delivery Guy

March 19, 2018

Vanessa convinces Kevin to go on a TV talk show with the "baby boy" he helped deliver years ago as a cop, but her plan to promote Monkey Fist backfires when Kevin runs into his arch-nemesis, Frank Munson.

18. The Whole Enchilada

March 5, 2018

After convincing Kevin to break things off with his neighbor, Wendy, who had reeled him in with her delicious meals, Vanessa feels compelled to cook for him despite being culinarily challenged.

17. Wingmen

February 26, 2018

After Kevin and Vanessa witness Kyle's success using a dating app that requires a close friend to choose one's perfect match, they agree to be each other's wingman and try their hand at matchmaking.

16. 40 Under 40

February 5, 2018

When Vanessa is featured in a local magazine article about entrepreneurs under 40 years old, a jealous Kevin tries to get attention for himself by securing his own award, while reminding her that she is over 40. Also, Chale fixes up Kyle on a date with his wild Aunt Kristin.

15. Fight or Flight

January 29, 2018

On a flight for a security job, Vanessa tells a flight attendant that she and Kevin are newly married in order to get bumped up to first class, but her fib creates a lot of extra baggage when Kevin meets Lisa and the two hit it off

14. Kevin Can Date

January 22, 2018

Vanessa encourages Kevin to ask out a client, Rebecca, after she shows interest in him.

13. Monkey Fist Insecurity

January 15, 2018

After Kevin and Vanessa nail a pitch for a new job for their security company, Monkey Fist, they run into Frank, the owner of a rival company who is determined to put them out of business by pitting Kevin and Vanessa against each other.

12. The Might've Before Christmas

December 18, 2017

While Vanessa and the Gable family gather around the Christmas tree, Vanessa and Kevin reminisce about their first patrol together.

11. Trainer Wreck

December 11, 2017

After Vanessa asks Kevin to help her get a date with a handsome personal trainer, Alejandro, she gets frustrated when Kevin starts training with him instead. Also, Chale reluctantly takes advice from Kyle when the health inspector stops by Enzo's.

10. Kevin Moves Metal

November 27, 2017

As part of a security job, Kevin goes undercover as a janitor at a car dealership, but he accidentally sells a car to a customer and finds himself on track to win top salesman of the month. Also, Chale reveals his phobia of puppets after learning that Kendra used to be into ventriloquism.

9. Cooking Up A Storm

November 20, 2017

After Kevin insists he can handle cooking a full Thanksgiving dinner for Vanessa and his family, he realizes he's in over his head and secretly asks his flirtatious neighbor, Wendy, for help.

8. Slip 'n' Fall

November 13, 2017

Kevin and Vanessa concoct a plan when they fear Rootger might sue them after he slips and injures himself at their office. Also, Kendra dispenses legal advice at Enzo's for paying customers.

7. The Kevin Crown Affair

November 6, 2017

When Kevin and Vanessa try to land a security gig at a toy store, they get sidetracked practicing their new business pitch and wind up locked in the store after hours. Also, Chale is having success working at Enzo's.

6. The Owl

October 30, 2017

Kevin and Chale set out on a road trip to retrieve an owl-shaped cookie jar that Kevin sold before realizing how much it meant to Kendra. Also, after Vanessa rejects Kyle's attempt to woo her, she and Kendra help get him back on the dating scene.

5. Grief Thief

October 23, 2017

Vanessa plots her revenge on Kevin after learning he lied his way out of working on a Sunday to attend a football game with Goody. Meanwhile, Kyle dates a new girlfriend; and Chale and Kendra have their first squabble as a couple.

4. Plus One Is the Loneliest Number

October 16, 2017

Kevin steps in as Vanessa's "successful doctor" date at her sister's wedding, in an attempt to impress Vanessa's very judgmental father. Meanwhile, Kyle helps Kendra and Chale make a fake photo collage of honeymoon pictures to tout on social media.

3. Kevin Goes Nuts

October 9, 2017

After Vanessa suggests that Sara has a secret boyfriend, Kevin goes undercover to find out the truth. Also, Jack desperately searches for an illness he can claim as his own after the "cool" kids with peanut allergies learn he's been lying about sharing their malady.

2. Business Unusual

October 2, 2017

Overwhelmed by Kevin's helicopter parenting, Kendra tricks him into taking a job at Vanessa's new private security company.

1. Civil Ceremony

September 25, 2017

To officiate the ceremony, Vanessa helps Kendra put together the last-minute affair.

Description

The first season introduces Kevin as a new retiree who is trying to find his place in the world now that he no longer has a job. He's excited to spend more time with his family, but that proves to be more difficult than he anticipated. His wife, Donna, played by Erinn Hayes, is a nurse who works long hours and is often tired when she comes home. Kevin tries to help out around the house, but his lack of experience with domestic chores often leads to comedic mishaps.

Kevin's children are also a source of entertainment on the show. His oldest daughter, Kendra, played by Taylor Spreitler, is in college and dating a hippie named Chale, played by Ryan Cartwright. Kevin constantly tries to set Kendra up with other young men, convinced that Chale is not right for her. Kevin's middle child, Sara, is played by Mary-Charles Jones. She's a bit of a troublemaker and often gets into mischief with her friends. Lastly, there's Jack, Kevin's youngest son played by James DiGiacomo. Jack is a bit of an oddball and often says things that surprise his family.

As the show progresses, Kevin realizes that staying at home isn't as easy as he thought it would be. He misses his old life as a police officer and begins to take odd jobs to stay busy. He decides to start his own security company, but that's easier said than done. Kevin's business ventures often lead to disastrous results, but he never gives up on his dream of being his own boss. Along with his best friend, Duffy, played by Lenny Venito, Kevin tries his hand at everything from party planning to personal training.

Throughout the show, Kevin's family is always there to support him, even if they don't always agree with his decisions. His daughter Kendra gets engaged to Chale, which causes tension between Kevin and his daughter. Kevin's wife Donna is always looking out for his best interests, even if he doesn't always see it that way. Kevin's brother, Kyle, played by Gary Valentine, adds to the comedic moments on the show with his quirky personality.

The show features a variety of recurring characters, including Kevin's former police partner, Mott, played by Ryan Cartwright, and Goody, played by Leonard Earl Howze. The show's humor is often derived from Kevin's mishaps and misadventures as he tries to navigate his new life as a retiree. The show's focus is on family and the importance of sticking together through the ups and downs of life.

The show's two seasons are filled with heartwarming moments, laugh-out-loud comedy, and relatable storylines. The cast is outstanding, and Kevin James shines as the lovable and bumbling Kevin Gable. The show does an excellent job of balancing humor with more serious moments, and the characters are all well-developed and endearing.

Overall, Kevin Can Wait is a must-watch sitcom for fans of comedy and family-centered shows. The show may have been short-lived, but it left a lasting impact on its viewers. The show's messages about family, friendship, and never giving up on your dreams are timeless, and the show is sure to provide countless hours of laughter and entertainment.

Kevin Can Wait is a series that is currently running and has 2 seasons (48 episodes). The series first aired on September 19, 2016.

Where to Watch Kevin Can Wait

Kevin Can Wait is available for streaming on the CBS website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Kevin Can Wait on demand at Google Play, Apple TV, Tubi TV and Peacock.