Instant Mom

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Instant Mom
Genre Sitcom
Created by Jessica Butler
Warren Bell
Developed by Howard Michael Gould
Starring
Theme music composer The Transcenders
Country of origin United States
Original language(s) English
No. of seasons 1
No. of episodes 12 (List of episodes)
Production
Executive producer(s)
  • Howard Michael Gould
  • Aaron Kaplan
Location(s) Paramount Studios
Hollywood, California
Camera setup Multiple
Running time 20–22 minutes
Production company(s) Stockholm Syndrome
Kapital Entertainment
Nickelodeon Productions
Broadcast
Original channel Nick at Nite
Picture format 480i (SDTV)
1080i (HDTV)
Original run September 29, 2013 (2013-09-29) – present
External links
Website

Instant Mom is an American sitcom television series that airs on Nick at Nite; it debuted on September 29, 2013.[1][2] On November 22, 2013, the series was renewed for second season of twenty episodes.[3]

Premise

Stephanie Phillips is a food blogger and party girl, who has to drastically tone down her erstwhile partying ways when she marries an older man, Charlie Phillips, who is a father of Gabrielle, a teenager and high school freshman, plus his younger sons James and Aaron.[4] Stephanie has to quickly learn how to be a full-time stepmom with the help of her overbearing mother, Maggie, while attempting to keep her social life active.

Cast

Production

On August 3, 2012, Nickelodeon announced that it had green-lit the Instant Mom pilot.[5] Tia Mowry-Hardrict, Duane Martin, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Sydney Park, Tylen Williams, and Damarr Calhoun were cast on November 26, 2012.[6] Michael Boatman would later replaced Duane Martin.[7] It was announced on April 3, 2013, that Instant Mom was officially picked up for a thirteen-episode first season to air on NickMom in late 2013.[8][9] Later on August 19, 2013, Nickelodeon ordered seven additional episodes bringing the series' first season to twenty episodes.[10] On November 22, 2013, six additional episodes were added first season.[3] Despite previously being announced that the series would air on NickMom, it has since been shifted to air on Nick at Nite first then repeat on NickMom later the same night.[10] Filming took place at Paramount Studios in Hollywood, California.[11]

Series overview

Season Episodes Originally aired (U.S. dates)
Season premiere Season finale
1 26[3] September 29, 2013 (2013-09-29) 2014 (2014)
2 20[3] 2014 (2014) TBA (TBA)

Episodes

Season 1 (2013–14)

No. in
series		 No. in
season		 Title Directed by Written by Original air date Production
code		 U.S. viewers
(millions)
11 "Pilot" John FortenberryStory by: Jessica Butler & Warren Bell
Teleplay by: Jessica Butler & Warren Bell and Howard Michael Gould		September 29, 2013 (2013-09-29)1011.27[12]
Newlyweds Stephanie and Charlie are used to having Charlie's three kids stay with them on the weekends, but when Charlie's ex-wife has to leave town, the kids move in full time and Stephanie is thrown into full time "mom-mode". When Gabby sneaks out to a party, Stephanie officially switches from cool step mom to "mom" when she takes the kids, breaks up the party and drags Gabby home. 
22 "The Lying Game" Victor GonzalezLori Kirkland BakerOctober 6, 2013 (2013-10-06)1061.17[13]
Stephanie discovers the "magic" of telling white lies to the kids. Under Maggie's coaching, the lies come back to bite her however when James takes a white lie too far at his school. 
33 "Harp & Soul" John FortenberryAnnie Levine & Jonathan EmersonOctober 13, 2013 (2013-10-13)1031.24[14]
Stephanie tries to deepen her connection with the kids by having them learn to play an instrument. Gabby successfully tricks Stephanie into believing that she’s really getting good, but gets discovered when Stephanie arranges for Gabby to perform during a church service. 
44 "Forty-Two Inches of Pure Evil" Victor GonzalezColin D. GarlandOctober 20, 2013 (2013-10-20)1051.30[15]
When Aaron gets bullied at school, Stephanie swoops in for the rescue by becoming a "room mom" for his class. Stephanie coaches Aaron to use his humor to fight the bully, but Aaron takes it further and ends up becoming a bully himself, getting Stephanie in trouble with the school. 
55 "Not a Date" Jody Margolin HahnMatthew ClaybrooksOctober 27, 2013 (2013-10-27)1081.20[15]
Charlie has set a rule not allowing Gabby to date until she’s sixteen. A frustrated Gabby seeks comfort in Stephanie, who reminisces of her own teenage efforts to get around Maggie’s dating rules. Her walk down memory lane proves more inspirational for Gabby than Stephanie expected. 
66 "Rock Mom" Jonathan JudgeLarry DoyleNovember 3, 2013 (2013-11-03)1101.29[16]
Stephanie’s been feeling down on aging when Gabby seeks Stephanie’s help in preparing for an audition for a cool college school band looking for a new female singer. Stephanie coaches her on how to perform with swag, but the band offers the gig to Stephanie. Stephanie glows in the validation: she’s “still got it,” but is surprised to learn the band has chosen her for other reasons. 
77 "Dances with She-Wolves" John FortenberryRegina Y. HicksNovember 10, 2013 (2013-11-10)1040.86[17]
After a bad run in with the ‘soccer moms,’ Stephanie decides to join the middle school dance committee, run by moms she thinks are more her style. Despite her enthusiasm and ideas, Stephanie finds herself right back in middle school, dealing with her own version of “mean girls.” 
88 "In Blog We Trust" John FortenberryGlenn GersNovember 24, 2013 (2013-11-24)1020.88[18]
When it’s discovered that Stephanie is writing an anonymous parenting blog about how to deal with the kids, James and Aaron take it upon themselves to manipulate the posts for their own benefit.  As Gabby discovers the truth, she confronts Stephanie about airing their personal lives on the Internet. 
99 "The Gift of the Maggies" Steve ZuckermanGlenn GersDecember 8, 2013 (2013-12-08)1141.02[19]
With Christmas drawing near, Stephanie looks forward to sharing her traditions with her whole family - including her father, who joins the festivities, much to Maggie's dismay. 
1010 "Staycation" Jody Margolin HahnGlenn GersJanuary 5, 2014 (2014-01-05)1091.07[20]
After the roads are closed due to severe snow, the Philips family can't make it to the airport for their big vacation.  If they miss their flight, they will miss the cruise ship, but Stephanie refuses to let this small detail ruin their plans, and decides to have the best “staycation" ever. 
1111 "Babysit This" Jonathan JudgeRuss WoodyJanuary 12, 2014 (2014-01-12)1111.14[21]
In a pinch, Stephanie hires Gabby to babysit James and Aaron, going against Charlie's wishes. While Charlie and Stephanie are at a banquet, trouble brews at home. 
1212 "Dine Hard" Victor GonzalezSean PresantJanuary 19, 2014 (2014-01-19)113
Charlie tries to get out of hosting his ball-busting boss for dinner, but Stephanie steps up and welcomes the opportunity to invite her to their home. Stephanie has a handle on cooking dinner, but despite her best efforts, the dinner party runs anything but smoothly. 
1313 "True Romance"[22] Shannon FlynnAnnie Levine & Jonathan EmersonFebruary 9, 2014 (2014-02-09)116
1414 "48 Hours"[23] February 16, 2014 (2014-02-16)
1515 "An Egg By Any Other Name"[24] Steve ZuckermanRuss WoodyFebruary 23, 2014 (2014-02-23)118
1616 "Buy Any Jeans Necessary"[25] John FortenberrySean PresantFebruary 27, 2014 (2014-02-27)115

Critical reception

Emily Ashby of Common Sense Media gave the show 4 out of 5 stars.[26] Brian Lowry of Variety said the show mirrors Trophy Wife.[27]

References

  1. ↑ Reiher, Andrea (September 7, 2013). "Tia Mowry-Hardrict is 'Instant Mom' for Nick at Nite". Zap2it. Retrieved September 13, 2013. 
  2. ↑ Instant Mom on Nickelodeon, The Futon Critic
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Kondolojy, Amanda (November 22, 2013). "'Instant Mom' Renewed for Second Season by Nickelodeon". TVBytheNumbers. Retrieved November 22, 2013. 
  4. ↑ Villarreal, Yvonne (July 26, 2013). "Tia Mowry goes from teen to parent in 'Instant Mom'". Los Angeles Times. 
  5. ↑ Morabito, Andrea (August 3, 2013). "TCA: Nick Greenlights 14 New Projects". Broadcasting & Cable. Retrieved September 13, 2013. 
  6. ↑ Andreeva, Nellie (November 26, 2012). "Duane Martin Cast In Nick Pilot ‘Instant Mom’, Natalie Morales In ABC’s ‘Trophy Wife’". Retrieved September 13, 2013. 
  7. ↑ Andreeva, Nellie (November 30, 2012). "Michael Boatman Replaces Duane Martin In Nick At Nite Comedy Pilot ‘Instant Mom’". Deadline Hollywood. 
  8. ↑ Philiana Ng; Lesley Goldberg (April 3, 2013). "Tia Mowry's 'Instant Mom' Comedy Gets Series Order". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved September 13, 2013. 
  9. ↑ "NickMom Picks Up 13 Episodes of "Instant Mom," the TV Block's First Original Scripted Comedy Series Starring Tia Mowry-Hardrict". The Futon Critic (Press release). April 3, 2013. Retrieved September 13, 2013. 
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 Andreeva, Nellie (August 19, 2013). "New Nick Comedy ‘Instant Mom’ Gets Launch Date, Order For 7 More Episodes". Deadline Hollywood. 
  11. ↑ "Tia Mowry-Hardict Talks About Her Son Becoming an Actor". CocoaFab. 2013-08-28. Retrieved 2013-11-05. 
  12. ↑ Bibel, Sara (October 1, 2013). "'Instant Mom' Premiere Garners Over a Million Total Viewers on Nick at Nite". TVBytheNumbers. Retrieved October 1, 2013. 
  13. ↑ By Son of the Bronx on 10/12/2013 (2013-10-06). "Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., NickToons, TeenNick and Nick at Nite ratings". Sonofthebronx.blogspot.ca. Retrieved 2013-10-12. 
  14. ↑ By Son of the Bronx on 10/19/2013 (2013-10-13). "Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., NickToons, TeenNick and Nick at Nite ratings". Sonofthebronx.blogspot.ca. Retrieved 2013-10-19. 
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 Kondology, Amanda (October 22, 2013). "Nickelodeon is Week's Top Cable Net with Kids and Total Viewers". TVbytheNumbers. Retrieved October 22, 2013. 
  16. ↑ Brendan, Kar (November 5, 2013). "Nickelodeon Tops Cable for Fifth Straight Week with Kids and Total Viewers, Powered by New Generation of Hits". The Futoncritic. Retrieved November 5, 2013. 
  17. ↑ By Son of the Bronx on 11/16/2013 (2013-11-03). "Son of the Bronx: Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., NickToons, TeenNick and Nick at Nite ratings (November 4-10, 2013)". Sonofthebronx.blogspot.com. Retrieved 2013-11-16. 
  18. ↑ By Son of the Bronx on 11/30/2013 (2013-11-24). "Son of the Bronx: Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., NickToons, TeenNick and Nick at Nite ratings (November 18-24, 2013)". Sonofthebronx.blogspot.com. Retrieved 2013-11-30. 
  19. ↑ By Son of the Bronx on 12/14/2013 (2013-12-08). "Son of the Bronx: Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., NickToons, TeenNick and Nick at Nite ratings (December 2-8, 2013)". Sonofthebronx.blogspot.com. Retrieved 2013-12-14. 
  20. ↑ By Son of the Bronx on 01/11/2014 (2013-01-05). "Son of the Bronx: Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., NickToons, TeenNick and Nick at Nite ratings (December 30- January 5, 2014)". Sonofthebronx.blogspot.com. Retrieved 2013-01-11. 
  21. ↑ By Son of the Bronx on 01/18/2014 (2013-01-12). "Son of the Bronx: Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., NickToons, TeenNick and Nick at Nite ratings (January 6- January 12, 2014)". Sonofthebronx.blogspot.com. Retrieved 2013-01-18. 
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  26. ↑ "Instant Mom". Common Sense Media. Retrieved October 6, 2013. 
  27. ↑ "TV Review: ‘Instant Mom’". Variety. September 24, 2013. Retrieved October 6, 2013. 

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