Season 2 of the ABC sitcom "Shifting Gears" sees Widower and auto shop owner Matt Parker (Tim Allen of "Home Improvement" fame) continue his journey of emotional restoration... with plenty of heartfelt/canned laughter.
Read on for how to watch "Shifting Gears" season 2 online and from anywhere with a VPN.
U.S. date and time: "Shifting Gears" season 2 premiered Wednesday, October 1 at 8 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. CT on ABC. It is also available to stream on Hulu.
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As Parker (Allen) starts to navigate his feelings for Eve (Jenna Elfman), his daughter Riley's (Kat Dennings) boss, the new romantic entanglement challenges Matt's ongoing grief for his late wife.
Meanwhile, Riley, having committed to a fresh start, seeks to redefine her independence, which includes exploring her on-again, off-again romantic tension with Gabriel (Seann William Scott).
The season also features significant guest star appearances, including a highly-anticipated "Home Improvement" reunion with Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, and Debbe Dunning appearing in the premiere episode.
Read on for everything you need to know about where to watch "Shifting Gears" season 2 online from anywhere.
How to watch "Shifting Gears" season 2 for FREE
You can watch "Shifting Gears" season 2 online and for FREE on CTV.ca.
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How to watch 'Shifting Gears' season 2 with a VPN
Away from the States at the moment and blocked from watching Shifting Gears on your usual subscription? No problem.
You can still watch it now thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:
How to watch 'Shifting Gears' S2 in the U.S. online and without cable
American fans catch the first episode of "Shifting Gears" season 2 on October 1 at 8 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. CT on ABC.
Don't have cable? Good news: ABC is available to stream via Sling TV in select cities, as well as the likes of YouTube TV, Fubo and Hulu + Live TV.
How to watch 'Shifting Gears' online in Canada
Canadians can tune into "Shifting Gears" on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT for free on CTV, CTV.ca, and the CTV app.
Canadian nationals traveling abroad can watch access their usual, free CTV stream with NordVPN (save up to 70%).
Can I watch 'Shifting Gears' in the U.K.?
There is no release date but you can watch "Shifting Gears" season 2 in the U.K. with the help of the ever-reliable NordVPN. See above.
Season 1 if, of course, available on Disney Plus. We'd expect season 2 to join it but there's no confirmation of that as yet.
Can I watch 'Shifting Gears' season 2 online or on TV in Australia?
It's bad news for Aussies too — so far, "Shifting Gears" season 2 doesn't appear to be airing on any Australian channels or streaming platforms.
But with NordVPN, U.S. and Canadian nationals visiting Oz can can gain access to their usual streaming services from anywhere on the planet.
'Shifting Gears' cast
- Main Cast
- Tim Allen as Matt Parker
- Kat Dennings as Riley Parker
- Seann William Scott as Gabriel
- Daryl Mitchell as Stitch
- Maxwell Simkins as Carter
- Barrett Margolis as Georgia
- Recurring Cast
- Jenna Elfman as Eve Drake
- Lilly Singh as Jen, Riley’s new friend
- Guest Cast (season 2)
- Nancy Travis as Charlotte Miller
- Patricia Richardson
- Richard Karn
- Debbe Dunning
- Mookie Betts as Himself
- Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias as Himself
- Lori Greiner as Herself
'Shifting Gears' episode guide
S2 Episode 1 – Secret (Oct 2)
The family dynamics shift as Riley and her kids move back in with Matt. Old wounds reopen, but humor softens the tension, setting the tone for the season.
S2 Episode 2 – Date (Oct 8)
Matt and Eve go on their first official date, only to discover they have wildly different ideas about romance, leading to comedic missteps and surprising honesty.
S2 Episode 3 – Passion (Oct 15)
Carter’s new job pays better than Riley’s, sparking a competition that forces Riley to question her choices and consider a new direction for her future.
S2 Episode 4 – Scary (Oct 22)
Halloween chaos takes over as Matt struggles to juggle his work, his family, and his love life, leading to both spooky fun and heartfelt lessons.
Haven't some of these actors starred together in other shows?
They have. Tim Allen and Daryl "Chill" Mitchell starred together in "Galaxy Quest" while Mitchell also appeared with Jenna Elfman in "Fear the Walking Dead".
Is there another TV show called 'Shifting Gears'?
Sort of. There are already two automotive reality TV shows with similar titles – "Shifting Gears with Aaron Kaufman (the mechanic formerly of "Gas Monkey Garage") and "Shifting Gears", a 2020 TV show about supercars. However, it's likely that the ratings for Tim Allen's 2025 comedy "Shifting Gears" will be somewhat higher.
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