The Second Half

The Second Half (1993-1994)

EndedScripted showComedy

John Palermo, a newly-divorced Chicago sportswriter, tries to adjust to being a weekday bachelor with his office buddies, Robert Piccolo and David Keller, and weekend father with his two daughters, Ruth, 9 and Cathy, 15.

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Scheduleevery Friday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E1510Apr 15, 1994
S01E14One Flu Over a Nest of CuckoosApr 8, 1994
S01E13High NoonerApr 1, 1994
S01E12Far and AwryMar 25, 1994
S01E11The GymDec 17, 1993
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Second Half' premiere?

'The Second Half' premiered on September 15, 1993.

Who were the main cast members of 'The Second Half'?

The main cast members of 'The Second Half' included John Mendoza, Mike Damus, and Marla Sokoloff.

What was the genre of 'The Second Half'?

'The Second Half' was a sitcom.

Who created 'The Second Half'?

'The Second Half' was created by Jeffrey Klarik.

Where was 'The Second Half' set?

'The Second Half' was set in Chicago, Illinois.

What was the premise of 'The Second Half'?

'The Second Half' followed the life of a sports reporter named Nicky and his adventures both on and off the field.

Did 'The Second Half' receive any awards or nominations?

'The Second Half' did not receive any notable awards or nominations.

Who were the executive producers of 'The Second Half'?

The executive producers of 'The Second Half' were Jeffrey Klarik and David W. Duclon.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'The Second Half'?

The first season of 'The Second Half' consisted of 13 episodes.

What network aired 'The Second Half'?

'The Second Half' aired on NBC.

Did 'The Second Half' have a laugh track?

Yes, 'The Second Half' featured a laugh track.

Was 'The Second Half' critically acclaimed?

'The Second Half' received mixed reviews from critics.

What was the average runtime of an episode of 'The Second Half'?

An episode of 'The Second Half' had an average runtime of 30 minutes.

Did 'The Second Half' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'The Second Half' featured guest appearances by actors such as David Arquette and Janeane Garofalo.

What was the time slot for 'The Second Half'?

'The Second Half' aired on Thursdays at 8:30 PM.

Was 'The Second Half' canceled or renewed for additional seasons?

'The Second Half' was canceled after one season.

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