The Real O'Neals

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The Real O'Neals
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Genre Sitcom
Created by
Developed by
  • David Windsor
  • Casey Johnson
Starring
Narrated byNoah Galvin
Composer Transcenders
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons2
No. of episodes29
Production
Executive producers
Producers
  • Pixie Wespiser
  • Kent Zbornak
Cinematography
  • Joaquin Sedillo
  • Walt Fraser
Camera setup Single-camera
Running time22 minutes
Production companies
Original release
Network ABC
ReleaseMarch 2, 2016 (2016-03-02) 
March 14, 2017 (2017-03-14)

The Real O'Neals is an American single-camera sitcom that aired on ABC from March 2, 2016, to March 14, 2017. The series, based on an idea by Dan Savage (who also served as an executive producer), was picked up to series on May 7, 2015. [1] [2] [3] The series was renewed for a second season on May 12, 2016, [4] which premiered on October 11, 2016.

Contents

On May 11, 2017, ABC canceled the series after two seasons. [5]

Plot

This series follows the turbulent day-to-day life of a dysfunctional yet close Chicago Catholic family as their formerly exemplary reputation suffers in their community when it is learned that matriarch Eileen and her husband, Pat, are seeking a divorce. Their oldest son, Jimmy, is anorexic. Their middle child, Kenny, is gay. Their youngest, Shannon, is questioning her faith.

Cast and characters

Main

Recurring

Guest

Episodes

Series overview

SeasonEpisodesOriginally aired
First airedLast aired
1 13March 2, 2016 (2016-03-02)May 24, 2016 (2016-05-24)
2 16October 11, 2016 (2016-10-11)March 14, 2017 (2017-03-14)

Season 1 (2016)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateProd.
code
U.S. viewers
(millions)
11"Pilot" Todd Holland Story by: Joshua Sternin & Jennifer Ventimilia
Teleplay by: Casey Johnson & David Windsor and
Joshua Sternin & Jennifer Ventimilia
March 2, 2016 (2016-03-02)1016.33 [8]
The picture perfect O'Neals is fractured when long held confession are revealed.
22"The Real Papaya"Todd HollandCasey Johnson & David WindsorMarch 2, 2016 (2016-03-02)1026.01 [8]
Following the "coming out" confessions made by everyone in the O'Neal family, Eileen is desperate to control the situation and tries to make Kenny "un-gay." Meanwhile, Kenny tries to find the right time to break up with his girlfriend and has a heart-to-heart with late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.
33"The Real Lent"Todd HollandScott KingMarch 8, 2016 (2016-03-08)1063.99 [9]
Eileen reminds her family that it's Lent and asks them to give up things they really love. In a chance meeting, Kenny meets his first gay crush, and Pat discovers his little girl, Shannon, is all grown up.
44"The Real F Word"Christine GernonStacy TraubMarch 15, 2016 (2016-03-15)1033.47 [10]
Kenny faces his first day at school after coming out.
55"The Real Spring Fever" Phil Traill Kristin NewmanMarch 22, 2016 (2016-03-22)1053.75 [11]
Eileen decides it's time to get a fresh start in her life by applying for her first job since her kids were born. Meanwhile, Pat realizes he might not be ready for the single life just yet, even though his patrol partner, Archie, thinks otherwise. And as Kenny wonders who he will date next, Jimmy takes it upon himself to help him explore the newfound world of online dating.
66"The Real Man" Elliot Hegarty Adam RobertsMarch 29, 2016 (2016-03-29)1113.67 [12]
When Pat and Jimmy's annual camping trip rolls around, Kenny tags along to prove he is still manly even if he is gay. Meanwhile, after Eileen discovers Shannon has been skipping her classes and refuses confirmation, she invites Father Phil over to help answer Shannon's challenging questions about Catholicism.
77"The Real Grandma" Silver Tree Cheryl HollidayApril 5, 2016 (2016-04-05)1083.65 [13]
When Eileen's strict, racist, Catholic-abiding mother arrives unannounced at the O'Neals' home, Eileen tries to present the picture of a "happy family", despite the recent events in their lives.
88"The Real Book Club" Victor Nelli, Jr. Sonny LeeApril 19, 2016 (2016-04-19)1042.98 [14]
Eileen faces her book club for the first time since her family's issues have come to light. Kenny's first trip to the "gayborhood" coffee shop is everything he'd hoped for, until Pat tags along with him to a gay dodgeball match.
99"The Real Wedding"Rebecca AsherBecky Mann & Audra SielafApril 26, 2016 (2016-04-26)1093.46 [15]
Kenny auditions for the school play and Eileen volunteers to help out. Kenny receives the role of Romeo, but is dismayed to learn his ex-girlfriend Mimi is playing Juliet. Things get more awkward when Eileen treats the play's wedding scene like an actual wedding.
1010"The Real Retreat"Todd HollandLewaa NasserdeenMay 3, 2016 (2016-05-03)1103.29 [16]
When Jimmy is named Faith Leader for the weekend at the Catholic Youth Retreat, a jealous Kenny takes on his older brother's role as ring leader of the bad kids. Home alone without the kids, Pat invites a new lady friend over, and Eileen enlists Jodi to spy on them.
1111"The Real Other Woman"Rebecca Asher Kevin Biegel May 10, 2016 (2016-05-10)1073.15 [17]
After Eileen pushes Kenny to get a job, she feels jealous when he starts to work as a tutor and bonds with the student's mom. Meanwhile, Pat wants to bond more with the kids but makes questionable choices in trying to become the fun parent.
1212"The Real Rules" Eyal Gordin Kristin NewmanMay 17, 2016 (2016-05-17)1123.25 [18]
After realizing Pat left his police badge at home, Jimmy convinces Kenny and Shannon that he should use the badge to pretend he's a police officer in order to get free perks around town. Meanwhile, when Pat tells Eileen about an upcoming date he's going on, she takes matters into her own hands when it comes to a potential suitor in her dating life.
1313"The Real Prom"Todd HollandStory by: Stacy Traub
Teleplay by: Casey Johnson & David Windsor
May 24, 2016 (2016-05-24)1134.21 [19]
As the school prom approaches, Kenny and Jimmy try to come up with the perfect prom-posal for the classmates (who already have dates) they each have set their sights on. Shannon thinks prom is a scam and would rather stay at home, but once Pat discovers she was asked to attend, he tries to convince her to go.

Season 2 (2016–17)

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateProd.
code
U.S. viewers
(millions)
141"The Real Thang" Todd Holland Casey Johnson & David WindsorOctober 11, 2016 (2016-10-11)2013.76 [20]
For National Coming Out Day, Kenny starts an LGBT club at school; but the only other members are Jimmy and shy lesbian student Allison. Kenny stridently insists that Allison mark the day by coming out to her parents, but after learning that they are openly hostile to the LGBT community he reconsiders and tells her to come out when she's ready. Eileen has secretly been meeting Clive over the summer, but after she rejects him he befriends Pat. A jealous Eileen finally goes on a real date with Clive. Jodi is invited to represent a local clothing store in a fashion show; she backs out after learning that the store is for plus-size women, but Eileen convinces her to participate and "come out" as a woman who is proud of her body.
152"The Real Dates" Eyal Gordin Kristin NewmanOctober 18, 2016 (2016-10-18)2022.91 [21]
Eileen and VP Murray's secret dating life is about to be unraveled, Kenny jumps into the world of gay dating apps but feels discouraged after not getting enough swipes to the right, and Jimmy goes too far to declare his love for Lacey.
163"The Real Halloween" Silver Tree Stacy TraubOctober 25, 2016 (2016-10-25)2033.22 [22]
Eileen's tolerance is tested when she allows Kenny to throw his own Halloween party to stop him from going to Boystown to watch the costume parade.
174"The Real Move"Jaffar MahmoodBecky Mann & Audra SielaffNovember 1, 2016 (2016-11-01)2042.73 [23]
When VP Murray starts spending time around the house, Pat realizes it's time to move out. Meanwhile, Eileen starts her new job at Aunt Jodi's salon, and when the kids discover how unhappy their parents were during their 18 years of marriage, they stage a celebratory "divorce ceremony."
185"The Real Tradition"Rebecca Asher Steve Joe November 15, 2016 (2016-11-15)2053.56 [24]
Pat and Eileen invite Gloria and VP Murray as their dates to the O'Neals' Thanksgiving dinner, changing their tradition.
196"The Real Fit" Elliot Hegarty Sam LaybourneNovember 29, 2016 (2016-11-29)2063.29 [25]
Pat's brother Dwayne comes to town to help Pat build his new tiny house in the garage. Meanwhile, when Eileen becomes addicted to a CrossFit class she's taking with Kenny, he must find a way to break the cult-like hold it has over her.
207"The Real Match"Todd HollandAdam RobertsDecember 6, 2016 (2016-12-06)2073.05 [26]
Kenny has a surprise victory after reluctantly joining Jimmy's wrestling team for a one-time match. Pat hurts his back when he tries to help Eileen get ready for a weekend getaway.
218"The Real Christmas"Rebecca AsherRob SudduthDecember 13, 2016 (2016-12-13)2083.06 [27]
Determined to win the Christmas choir competition, Eileen gives the solo to the newest member. Jimmy spies on a rival choir. Shannon asks Pat about a present she wants to give to Ethan.
229"The Real Sin" Jude Weng Cheryl HollidayJanuary 3, 2017 (2017-01-03)2093.29 [28]
With the divorce final, Eileen faces other obstacles to being with VP Murray that make her doubt her desires. Kenny gets a tattoo to impress Brett. Shannon protests the dissection of frogs at school.
2310"The Real Acceptance" Victor Nelli, Jr. Josh Kirby & Jon VelesJanuary 17, 2017 (2017-01-17)2102.81 [29]
Jimmy does well on his SATs and is rewarded by going car shopping with Eileen. Meanwhile, Kenny struggles to find a way to tell his parents that he and Brett are officially a couple.
2411"The Real Third Wheel"Todd HollandBecky Mann & Audra SielaffFebruary 7, 2017 (2017-02-07)2112.79 [30]
Kenny's jealousy over Brett's relationship with his best girl friend leads Kenny to realize he's been a bad friend to Allison. Jimmy and Shannon start their own vehicle for hire company; meanwhile, Eileen and Pat are shocked to catch Clive "cheating" on them, but ultimately discover that the three of them make a pretty good "throuple."
2512"The Real Brother's Keeper"Eyal GordinSteve JoeFebruary 14, 2017 (2017-02-14)2122.87 [31]
Jimmy wants to teach his younger brother the rite of passage of drinking. When Shannon gets a comp hotel room, Jimmy thinks this is the perfect time to teach Kenny how to drink, but it all goes awry when Kenny invites Brett to join in. Meanwhile, Eileen discovers that Pat has a new girlfriend.
2613"The Real Confirmation"Todd HollandBilly FinneganFebruary 21, 2017 (2017-02-21)2132.93 [32]
When Shannon asks VP Murray to be her godfather leading up to her confirmation, Eileen fears her own relationship with him might be moving too fast. Meanwhile, Brett says, "I love you," sending Kenny into a tailspin.
2714"The Real Heartbreak" Kevin Bray Rob SudduthFebruary 28, 2017 (2017-02-28)2143.34 [33]
It is Valentine's Day and Kenny is depressed since his break up with Brett. During their Lonely Hearts happy hour, Pat and Jimmy use him to get whatever they want from women. However, everything goes wrong when Kenny disappears. Meanwhile, Eileen refuses to do Valentine's Day, arguing it is a commercial ploy.
2815"The Real Mr. Nice Guy"Jaffar MahmoodAdam RobertsMarch 7, 2017 (2017-03-07)2152.87 [34]
Kenny convinces VP Murray to hire a gay teacher, but Kenny's loyalties are tested when the teachers starts to make Jimmy's life miserable; Pat's courteous nature robs him of a winning lottery ticket.
2916"The Real Secrets"Todd HollandStory by: Stacy Traub
Teleplay by: Casey Johnson & David Windsor
March 14, 2017 (2017-03-14)2162.67 [35]
VP Murray talks to Pat about his plans to propose to Eileen; Eileen and Kenny help Allison deal with her close-minded parents; Shannon and Jimmy find a pregnancy test.

Ratings

Season 1

No.TitleAir dateRating/share
(18–49)
Viewers
(millions)
DVR
(18–49)
DVR viewers
(millions)
Total
(18–49)
Total viewers
(millions)
1"Pilot"March 2, 20161.8/6 [8] 6.33 [8] TBATBATBATBA
2"The Real Papaya"March 2, 20161.9/6 [8] 6.01 [8] TBATBATBATBA
3"The Real Lent"March 8, 20161.1/4 [9] 3.99 [9] TBATBATBATBA
4"The Real F Word"March 15, 20161.0/4 [10] 3.47 [10] TBATBATBATBA
5"The Real Spring Fever"March 22, 20161.0/4 [11] 3.75 [11] TBATBATBATBA
6"The Real Man"March 29, 20161.0/4 [12] 3.67 [12] TBATBATBATBA
7"The Real Grandma"April 5, 20161.0/4 [13] 3.65 [13] TBATBATBATBA
8"The Real Book Club"April 19, 20160.8/3 [14] 2.98 [14] TBATBATBATBA
9"The Real Wedding"April 26, 20161.0/4 [15] 3.46 [15] TBATBATBATBA
10"The Real Retreat"May 3, 20160.9/3 [16] 3.29 [16] TBATBATBATBA
11"The Real Other Woman"May 10, 20160.9/3 [17] 3.15 [17] TBATBATBATBA
12"The Real Rules"May 17, 20160.9/3 [18] 3.25 [18] TBATBATBATBA
13"The Real Prom"May 24, 20161.1/4 [19] 4.21 [19] TBATBATBATBA

Season 2

Viewership and ratings per episode of The Real O'Neals
No.TitleAir date Rating/share
(18–49)
Viewers
(millions)
DVR
(18–49)
DVR viewers
(millions)
Total
(18–49)
Total viewers
(millions)
1"The Real Thang"October 11, 20161.2/43.76 [20] TBDTBDTBDTBD
2"The Real Dates"October 18, 20160.9/32.91 [21] TBDTBDTBDTBD
3"The Real Halloween"October 25, 20161.0/33.22 [22] TBDTBDTBDTBD
4"The Real Move"November 1, 20160.8/32.73 [23] TBDTBDTBDTBD
5"The Real Tradition"November 15, 20161.1/43.56 [24] TBDTBDTBDTBD
6"The Real Fit"November 29, 20161.0/33.29 [25] TBDTBDTBDTBD
7"The Real Match"December 6, 20160.8/33.05 [36] TBDTBDTBDTBD
8"The Real Christmas"December 13, 20160.9/43.06 [27] TBDTBDTBDTBD
9"The Real Sin"January 3, 20171.0/43.29 [28] TBDTBDTBDTBD
10"The Real Acceptance"January 17, 20170.8/32.81 [29] TBDTBDTBDTBD
11"The Real Third Wheel"February 7, 20170.9/32.79 [30] TBDTBDTBDTBD
12"The Real Brother's Keeper"February 14, 20170.8/32.87 [31] TBDTBDTBDTBD
13"The Real Confirmation"February 21, 20170.9/32.93 [32] TBDTBDTBDTBD
14"The Real Heartbreak"February 28, 20171.0/43.34 [33] TBDTBDTBDTBD
15"The Real Mr. Nice Guy"March 7, 20170.9/32.87 [34] TBDTBDTBDTBD
16"The Real Secrets"March 14, 20170.8/32.67 [35] TBDTBDTBDTBD

Reception

Ratings

SeasonTime slot (ET/PT)EpisodesSeason premiereSeason finaleTV seasonRankViewers
(in millions)
DateViewers
(in millions)
DateViewers
(in millions)
1Wednesday 8:30 pm(episode 1)
Wednesday 9:30 pm(episode 2)
Tuesday 8:30 pm (episodes 3–13)
13March 2, 20166.33 [8] May 24, 20164.21 [19] 2015–16 #1064.46 [37]
2Tuesday 9:30 pm16October 11, 20163.76 [20] March 14, 20172.67 [35] 2016–17 #1183.71 [38]

Critical reception

The series received a generally favorable response from critics. On review aggregator site Metacritic, The Real O'Neals has a metascore of 62 out of 100 based on 22 critics signifying "generally favorable reviews". [39] On another review aggregator site Rotten Tomatoes, the show has a 67% approval rating, based on 27 reviews, with an average rating of 6.4/10. The site's critical consensus: "Funny writing and a solid cast save The Real O'Neals from traditional sitcom perils." [40]

Awards and nominations

YearAwardCategoryNominee(s)Outcome
2016 Dorian Awards [41] LGBTQ Show of the YearThe Real O'NealsNominated
Unsung TV Show of the YearThe Real O'NealsWon
2017 Humanitas Prize 30 Minute Network or Syndicated Television Episode: "The Real Grandma"Nominated
Primetime Emmy Award Outstanding Choreography The Real O'NealsNominated

Controversies

News of the series' pickup

The news of the series' pick-up attracted attention and controversy before its debut. On May 12, 2015, the day it was announced that the series had been added to the ABC network schedule, Christian right groups such as the American Family Association and the Family Research Council called for a boycott and petitioned to prevent the series from airing. They also cited Savage's views on religion, sexuality, and same-sex marriage, which they believed had been infused into the series due to it being based on his life, but Savage claimed that the concept went in a different direction since he was not involved in the writing. [42]

Bisexual joke

The second-season episode "The Real Acceptance" featured a joke regarding bisexuals, in which Kenny, who is openly gay, compared being bisexual to having "webbed toes" or "money problems". Bisexual actor Sara Ramirez, who played the bisexual character Callie Torres on Grey's Anatomy , criticized ABC and the series, finding the joke offensive. [43]

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