Splitting Up Together

Lena (Jenna Fischer) and Martin (Oliver Hudson) are unhappily married with three kids, Mae, Mason, and Milo. They decide to separate but stay living in the same house. They alternate living in the garage as they try to work out the new family situation. Her sister Maya (Diane Farr) has issues with her own life. Arthur (Bobby Lee) and Camille (Lindsay Price) are their married friends. Martin starts dating Lisa Apple (Monica Barbaro).

I don't really like Lena. Her character is supposed to be uptight but it doesn't come off funny. Martin doesn't have much in the way of comedy either. Bobby Lee could have been a great wacky comedic note but he doesn't have enough to do. The introduction of Lisa Apple adds a bit of spice into the mix although the sister wives get oddly creepy. The kids are underused. The show gets a little better over time but it gets canceled after two seasons. I don't mind the split up.

Although I'm not a huge fan of half hour sit coms I am liking Jenna Fisher much better. The premise has potential and the writing is decent. A little less of the progeny and a little more Dianne Farr would be great.

To those giving it a 1/10, seriously? This show is not offensive and if you can't get the humor, you are probably under the age of 40.

This is a lighthearted show that dances with the delicate subject of a failed marriage and how to maintain the balance of a family unit. Unlike several shows out there, the kids are not foul mouthed self absorbed "tweens" that a real parent would want to knock upside their head. The adults feel the guilt of their failed relationship and not only try to move forward with their lives (will they get back together or not), but they continue sacrificing for the sake of their offspring.

This series pushes the boundaries but doesn't flagrantly break them. I for one will keep watching to see where it goes.

Great show, great humor, great cast! Not sure why those few people gave it bad reviews, because it is funny. I'm sure it will be renewed for another season, hopefully more.

Needed a funny show on tv. So happy with this one. Love the characters and it's a show not like any others.