Sun Jan 05 02:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Tim Allen Returns to TV in New Sitcom “Shifting Gears”

**LOS ANGELES, CA** – Tim Allen, beloved for his role as Tim “The Toolman” Taylor in *Home Improvement*, is gearing up for a comedic return to television. ABC announced the premiere of *Shifting Gears*, a new sitcom starring Allen as Matt, a widowed classic car restoration shop owner whose life is turned upside down when his estranged daughter (Kat Dennings) and her children move in.

The show, premiering Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 8/7c on ABC (with next-day streaming on Hulu), promises a blend of classic dad jokes, father-daughter conflict, and teenage antics. Adding to the star power is Seann William Scott, known for his role as Stifler in *American Pie*, rounding out a cast that has already generated significant online buzz and excitement among fans.

Social media is ablaze with anticipation for the show’s debut, with many expressing their delight at seeing Allen back on screen and the intriguing combination of Allen, Dennings, and Scott. Fans are already speculating about potential comedic synergy and referencing past roles.

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