My Wife and Kids
He thinks he's the head of the family. Humor him.
Created by Damon Wayans, Don Reo
On ABC
A warm, family-centered sitcom built on the affectionate dynamics between a father and his children, where humor serves the lesson rather than undermining it.
Michael Kyle is a loving husband and modern-day patriarch who rules his household with a unique and distinct parenting style. As he teaches his three children some of life's lessons, he does so with his own brand of humor.
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Questions people ask
Is My Wife and Kids one of a kind? No. Less singular than 98% of series.
Is My Wife and Kids easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 97% of series.
Is My Wife and Kids scary? No. Less frightening than 92% of series.
Does My Wife and Kids leave you hopeful? Yes, very. More hopeful than 92% of series.
Is My Wife and Kids violent? Barely. Less violent than 89% of series.
Is My Wife and Kids sad? Barely. Less sad than 88% of series.
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Like My Wife and Kids
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as My Wife and Kids
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like My Wife and Kids, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like My Wife and Kids, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like My Wife and Kids, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
