Watch Living with Fran
- 2005
- 2 Seasons
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5.9 (1,469)
Living with Fran was a television sitcom that aired on The WB from 2005 to 2007. The show starred Fran Drescher as Fran Reeves, a single mother and divorcee who is trying to balance her personal life with her new younger boyfriend, Riley Martin (Ryan McPartlin). Fran's two children, Josh (Ben Feldman) and Allison (Misti Traya), live with her and are not always thrilled about their motherâs new relationship. Josh is particularly upset about the situation and often tries to sabotage it in any way possible. Fran also has a close relationship with her ex-husband, Ted (Charles Shaughnessy), who often finds himself in the middle of the drama between Fran and Riley.
Living with Fran also features a strong supporting cast, including Debi Mazar as Fran's best friend, Lainie Kazan as Riley's mother, and Ryan Devlin as one of Josh's friends.
The show explores the family dynamics and relationship struggles of a blended family, particularly the difficulties of dating someone significantly younger than you. Fran is often self-conscious about the fact that she is older than her new boyfriend and must navigate her own insecurities while trying to balance her role as a parent and a love interest.
The humor in the show is often derived from the generational differences between Fran and Riley, as well as the clashes between Fran's traditional family values and Riley's more modern outlook on life. Joshâs constant objections to his mother's new relationship also provide many comedic moments, as he tries to convince his mother to break up with Riley.
Living with Fran is notable for being Fran Drescher's return to television, following the end of her popular show The Nanny, which aired from 1993 to 1999. The show is also notable for featuring a diverse cast, with Fran's family and friends spanning different ages, ethnicities, and socio-economic statuses.
While Living with Fran received mixed reviews from critics, it was popular with audiences and was considered a moderate success. The show was cancelled by The WB after two seasons due to the network's merger with UPN to form The CW.
Overall, Living with Fran is a lighthearted sitcom that explores the challenges of modern love and family dynamics. It features a diverse cast and relatable storylines that audiences can easily connect with.
