Shifting Gears stars Tim Allen as Matt, a widowed classic-car restoration shop owner whose estranged daughter, Riley (Kat Dennings), moves back in with her children. The principal cast also includes Seann William Scott as Gabriel, Daryl “Chill” Mitchell as Stitch, Maxwell Simkins as Carter and Barrett Margolis as Georgia.
Who is in the Shifting Gears cast?
| Actor | Character | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Tim Allen | Matt | Widowed owner of a classic-car restoration shop and Riley’s father. |
| Kat Dennings | Riley | Matt’s estranged daughter, who returns to his home with her children. |
| Seann William Scott | Gabriel | A principal cast member who works at Matt’s shop. |
| Daryl “Chill” Mitchell | Stitch | A principal cast member who works at the shop alongside Gabriel. |
| Maxwell Simkins | Carter | Riley’s son and Matt’s grandson. |
| Barrett Margolis | Georgia | Riley’s daughter and Matt’s granddaughter. |
These six actor-character pairings are listed by ABC’s cast page and ABC Press. The official pages do not provide a full standalone biography for every character.
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How are the characters connected?
The show brings Matt’s family life and auto shop together. Riley’s return changes the household, while her children Carter and Georgia become part of Matt’s day-to-day family life. Episode summaries show Carter attending high school, Georgia attending school and Riley taking a job at the shop. Gabriel and Stitch are also shown working on shop projects. These are details from specific episode descriptions, not complete character biographies.
Season 1 episodes and story landmarks
ABC’s season-one episode guide lists ten episodes, from the premiere on January 8, 2025, to the finale on March 19, 2025.
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- Number of Discs: 1
- Playback Duration: 168
- Rating: NR
- Number of Movies: 2
- Movie Title: Hallmark Channel 2-Movie Collection: Shifting Gears / A Taste of Love
| Episode | Original air date | Story detail |
|---|---|---|
| “Restoration” | January 8, 2025 | Series premiere. |
| “Accommodations” | January 15, 2025 | Carter seeks anxiety accommodations at school. |
| “Job” | January 22, 2025 | Riley takes a job at Matt’s shop. |
| “Grief” | January 29, 2025 | Riley urges Matt to address his grief over his late wife. |
| “Jimmy” | February 5, 2025 | Riley’s estranged husband enters the story. |
| “Valentine’s” | February 12, 2025 | Episode listed in ABC’s guide. |
| “Picnic” | February 26, 2025 | Episode listed in ABC’s guide. |
| “Career” | March 5, 2025 | Episode listed in ABC’s guide. |
| “Gummies” | March 12, 2025 | Episode listed in ABC’s guide. |
| “Kiss” | March 19, 2025 | Season finale; Riley weighs a proposition from Jimmy. |
The first five summaries and the finale offer useful entry points to the family’s changing circumstances; they do not amount to a complete account of the characters’ arcs.
What does ABC list for season 2?
ABC’s series episode page listed season two through episode 13, “Surprise,” dated February 5, 2026. The season premiere, “Secret,” is listed as October 2, 2025. Among the episode blurbs, “License” follows Riley as she struggles to keep her business and family afloat, “Toys” pairs Matt and Gabe on a project, and “Surprise” has Riley and Gabe questioning their relationship. Listings and schedules can change; consult ABC’s current page for the latest episode information.
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Where can you watch Shifting Gears?
ABC’s season-one guide identifies ABC and Hulu as places to watch episodes. That reference does not guarantee current availability, subscription or sign-in terms, or access in every country. Check the services directly for your location and current options.
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