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Kath & Kim

Series Overview

Kath & Kim is an American version of the Australian television comedy series of the same name starring Selma Blair and Molly Shannon. The series premiered on NBC on October 9, 2008. The Australian version was created by its original stars, Jane Turner and Gina Riley, who also serve as executive producers and consultants on this version as well, which is co-produced through Reveille Productions and Universal Media Studios. Its first episode premiered in Australia on Sunday, October 12 on the Seven Network and its Australian broadcast was cancelled after the second episode the following week. The series was then pushed to a graveyard slot of 11pm Mondays, and then pre-empted for the 2009 Australian Open after the first-run airing of episode 9, "Friends". Although the show initially garnered unremarkable ratings and mixed reviews from critics, NBC picked up Kath & Kim for a full season order of 22 episodes on October 31, 2008. On January 15, 2009, NBC cut the episode order from 22 to 17 episodes. The show's season finale aired on March 12, 2009. On May 19, 2009, NBC confirmed the series cancellation.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
NBC
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 17 Episodes

23–30 min per episode

Air Date Window

2008 – 2009

Premiered: Thu, Oct 9, 2008

Created By
Jane TurnerJane Turner
Gina RileyGina Riley

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Mar 12, 2009

Season 1, Episode 17: “Home”

Kath has asked Phil to move into her home, which she just happens to be fixing up for the Parade of Homes. Meanwhile, Kim is upset to learn that Craig has forgotten their anniversary of their second date, which is really all in his plans of getting her back.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jane Turner, Gina Riley

Producers

Jane Turner, Gina Riley, Ben Silverman

Department Leadership Roster

Jane Turner

Jane Turner

Producer

Gina Riley

Gina Riley

Producer

Ben Silverman

Ben Silverman

Producer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Kath & Kim.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kath & Kim

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What is Kath & Kim about?

Kath & Kim is an American version of the Australian television comedy series of the same name starring Selma Blair and Molly Shannon. The series premiered on NBC on October 9, 2008. The Australian version was created by its original stars, Jane Turner and Gina Riley, who also serve as executive producers and consultants on this version as well, which is co-produced through Reveille Productions and Universal Media Studios. Its first episode premiered in Australia on Sunday, October 12 on the Seven Network and its Australian broadcast was cancelled after the second episode the following week. The series was then pushed to a graveyard slot of 11pm Mondays, and then pre-empted for the 2009 Australian Open after the first-run airing of episode 9, "Friends". Although the show initially garnered unremarkable ratings and mixed reviews from critics, NBC picked up Kath & Kim for a full season order of 22 episodes on October 31, 2008. On January 15, 2009, NBC cut the episode order from 22 to 17 episodes. The show's season finale aired on March 12, 2009. On May 19, 2009, NBC confirmed the series cancellation.

How many seasons does Kath & Kim have?

Kath & Kim comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Kath & Kim?

Key cast members in Kath & Kim include Selma Blair, Molly Shannon, John Michael Higgins, Mikey Day.

Who created or directed Kath & Kim?

Kath & Kim was developed and directed by Jane Turner, Gina Riley.