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TV-PG
2002
4 Seasons
6.9 (3,640)

Less Than Perfect is an American sitcom that aired on ABC from 2002 to 2006. Starring Sara Rue as the lead character, the show revolves around the behind-the-scenes chaos of a fictional television news magazine called "The Blush." Rue plays the role of Claude Casey, a receptionist who dreams of becoming a serious journalist. Despite her lack of experience, Claude impresses her boss and gets promoted to the position of editorial assistant, where she must navigate office politics, complicated relationships, and demanding assignments.

Sherri Shepherd plays Claudeâs friend and coworker, Ramona Platt, who is known for her sassy comebacks and outrageous wardrobe choices. Meanwhile, Andrea Parker portrays Lydia Weston, the showâs star anchor who can be difficult to work with at times. Lydia takes a disliking to Claude from the get-go and makes life difficult for her whenever she can.

Other major characters include Zachary Levi as Kipp Steadman, an arrogant and shallow reporter who often clashes with Claude but secretly has a crush on her. Eric Roberts plays Will Butler, the executive producer of "The Blush" who is constantly at odds with his boss, network president Jeb Denton, played by Patrick Warburton. Lucy Lawless portrays Jeb's wife, the intimidating and powerful network chairman, Maxine Lombard.

Andy Dick plays Owen Kronsky, the quirky and socially awkward researcher for "The Blush." Will Sasso plays Carl Monari, another reporter who is always trying to get ahead, and Nicole Sullivan plays Vivian, Claude's best friend and roommate who also works at the office. Masi Oka, who later went on to become famous for his role in the hit TV series "Heroes," plays one of the showâs interns.

Other notable guest stars include Bob Odenkirk, Simon Helberg, Kristin Bauer van Straten, and Kat Dennings. Brooke Burke, Kathryn Joosten, Ben Feldman, Christopher Gartin, Anne Dudek, and Vanessa Lee Evigan also make appearances in various episodes.

Despite the show's relatively short run, "Less Than Perfect" was known for its witty writing, solid performances, and relatable characters. The sitcom tackled issues such as workplace politics, office romances, and the struggles of climbing the corporate ladder. The show's creators and writers managed to strike a perfect balance between humor and heart, making it a beloved favorite among fans of the genre.

Throughout its four-year run, "Less Than Perfect" managed to attract a loyal fanbase that appreciated the show's honest portrayal of the ups and downs of life in the corporate world. The show's legacy continues to this day, and it remains a go-to example of how to create a successful sitcom that can capture the hearts of audiences across the board.

Less Than Perfect is a series that ran for 4 seasons (81 episodes) between October 1, 2002 and on ABC

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13. Sex, Lies and Office Supplies

June 24, 2006

In the last ever episode Claude realises that Lydia is about to cheat on Jeb after hearing a phone call, but later wishes she had stayed out of it.

12. Banished and Famished

June 23, 2006

Ramona and Owen are forced to eat in their office when they are banned from eating on the 22nd floor.

11. I Hear An Ear

June 23, 2006

Claude and Kip get into an argument when she is about to become assistant to Lydia and Jeb.

10. And The Award Goes To

June 20, 2006

When Lydia feels she doesn't get enough recognition, Jeb and Claude come up with a plan to give her a fake award, but they soon get too over their heads when Lydia gets too excited about the award.

9. Reinventing The Wheel

June 20, 2006

Owen helps Claude deal with a moody Lydia, Kip finds out that Jeb picks on him because he is a weak target, and are Ramona and Carl related?

8. Kip Steadman's Guide To Dating

When Kip loses his apartment, Carl decides to take him in. Kip then gives Carl advice on how to date Claude, he reveals he knows a lot more about her than he thought.

7. Red Carpet Claude

June 19, 2006

When Jed is described as boring, Claude decides to get him publicity, but accidently ends up getting it herself.

6. The Owl Specialist

June 18, 2006

Claude attempts to protect the owls living on her apartment building's roof. Meanwhile, Owen desperately searches for someone to be his emergency contact.

5. Flirting with De-feet

June 6, 2006

Flirting with De-feet Claude is concerned when Carl doesnt seem to be affected by her flirting with Ethan, the copy repairman. Meanwhile, Ramona finds out that Kipp is making money on the side as a foot model, and she demands to get involved. Owen takes the photos of their feet together, but when they find them online, it turns out that someone has turned their shoot into a bizarre sexual scene.

4. Why Are You Hurting Claude?

May 30, 2006

Claude reveals to Ramona that she and Carl are sleeping together and asks that she keep it a secret from Owen. Owen then senses that something is going on, so he asks Carl, who reveals nothing. But later that night, Owen pays Carl a visit and ends up walking in on Claude and Carl having sex. Meawhile, Jeb & Lydia are constantly fighting at work, and Kipp loses his trust fund and looks to Ramona to help him budget his money.

3. A Crush Grows in Brooklyn

May 2, 2006

After a long week, Claude, Carl, Ramona and Owen enjoy a night out for happy hour at their favorite bar. A little tipsy, Claude and Carl head home, and, when one thing leads to another, they end up in bed together. They decide to keep it a secret from everyone at work to protect their friendship, but their attraction to each other makes that difficult. Meanwhile, Jeb incites a power struggle between Lydia and Kipp to keep them both distracted and out of his hair.

2. The Devil Wears Burberry (2)

April 25, 2006

After quitting as Lydia's assistant, Claude is back to "floater" status. However, the only spot available is working with Lydia, so Claude reluctantly agrees to work for her, but with conditions. Lydia's first major assignment is to produce a complicated segment for the news. She pretends to have everything under control, but ends up breaking down and begging Claude for her help. Claude saves her only after she's given a raise, a promotion and an apology. Meanwhile, Ramona gets a call that she may need to quit and return to the National Guard, leaving Owen and Carl freaking out.

1. The Devil Wears Burberry (1)

April 18, 2006

Upon returning from vacation, Claude learns that her boss, network anchor Will Butler, has resigned, leaving her jobless. Luckily her trusty friends, Owen and Ramona, have secured her a position as a temp on the 4th floor, right back where she started three years ago. Jeb Denton, the new anchorman, has promoted his wife, Lydia, to producer, and Claude's worst nightmare comes true when she's offered a job as Lydia's assistant. She hesitantly accepts the job on condition that she be given more responsibility, but working for Lydia proves to be a dangerous bargain. Meanwhile, Owen becomes addicted to Carl's new soft serve ice cream machine.

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Less Than Perfect is available for streaming on the ABC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Less Than Perfect on demand at Amazon and Google Play.