Grounded for Life is one of the few really good sitcoms around today. The show centers around Sean and Claudia Finnerty, a married couple who got married and pregnant when they were 18 (just not in that order). They are now in their thirties and raising their three children Lily, an emotional and rebellious teenager; Jimmy, a shy and somewhat dorky kid about to enter his teenage years; and Henry, the youngest and always causing trouble. Joining the fun is Eddie, Seans brother, who always seems to "know a guy"; Walt, Sean and Eddies father; and, starting season three, Brad, the dorky kid next door who always had a crush on Lily, and begins dating her at the end of season three.
Two things make this show unique. The first is that it is actually funny. The second is its way of storytelling. It starts in the middle, after all the major events have taken place. The full story is told in flashbacks as one character tells others. There is often conflicting points of view between two people about one scenario. Usually by the end the character has resolved his/her problem.
Other great things about the show are the recurring guest stars, such as Sister Helen, the nun at the school the children attend; Dean, Lilys boyfriend, who she leaves for Brad; and Claudias father.
This is a great show, with good plots, interesting character and interesting storytelling. If you don't watch it, do so. You can catch it on ABC Family, Monday-Fridays at 4:00 and 4:30.
DVD Information
Season / Episodes / Release Date
Season 1 / 20 / Already Released
Season 2 / 17 / Already Released
Season 3 / 13 / August 8th, 2006
Season 4 / 28 / TBA 2006
Season 5 / 13 / TBA 2007
Cast
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Donal Logue- Sean Finnerty
Megyn Price- Claudia Finnerty
Lynsey Bartilson- Lily Finnery
Griffen Frazen- James "Jimmy" Finnerty
Jake Burbage- Henry Finnery
Kevin Corrigan- Eddie Finnerty Richard
Riehle- Walt Finnerty (Seasons 1-2)
Bret Harrison- Brad O'Keefe (Seasons 3-5)
Watch this great show. IT ROCKS!!!
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