Life in Pieces (2015)
A warm, witty CBS comedy that turns one extended family's everyday chaos into four short stories of laughter, love, and life.
Life in Pieces - Series Information
- Original Title: Life in Pieces
- First Air Year: 2015
- Last Air Year: 2019
- Created by: Justin Adler
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Number of Seasons: 4
- Number of Episodes: 79
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 21, 2015 (United States - TV-14), September 21, 2015 (Canada - PG), September 21, 2015 (Germany - 12), September 21, 2015 (France - 12), September 21, 2015 (India - U), September 21, 2015 (Australia - M), September 21, 2015 (Brazil - 12), September 21, 2015 (Mexico - B-15), September 21, 2015 (Spain - 7)
- Networks: CBS
- Alternative Titles: 琐碎生活 (CN)
- Production Companies: Kapital Entertainment, 20th Century Fox Television
- Production Countries: United States of America
Life in Pieces - Plot
Comedy about one big happy family and their sometimes awkward, often hilarious and ultimately beautiful milestone moments as told by its various members. Of the three siblings, middle child Matt may have just found his true love, his co-worker, Colleen; his coddled youngest brother, Greg, and his wife, Jen, are overwhelmed by the birth of their first child; and the eldest, Heather, and her husband, Tim, are dreading their impending empty nest so much, they're considering having another baby. Their parents are Joan the family's adoring matriarch who would do anything for her kids - as long as she agrees with it - and John, the gregarious patriarch who's searching for ways to soften the blow of turning 70. As the family's lives unfold in four short stories each week, they try to savor these little pieces of time that flash by but stay with you forever, because these moments add up to what life's all about.
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Life in Pieces - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Justin Adler
Main Cast
- Thomas Sadoski
- Dianne Wiest
- James Brolin
- Zoe Lister-Jones
- Colin Hanks
- Betsy Brandt
- Dan Bakkedahl
- Angelique Cabral
- Niall Cunningham
- Holly J. Barrett
Writers
- Justin Adler
- Barbara 'Barbie' Adler
- Brad Copeland
- Joe Cristalli
- Elizabeth Tippet
Life in Pieces - FAQs
Where can you stream Life in Pieces?
Life in Pieces is available to stream on Hulu with a subscription. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home for viewers who prefer to buy individual episodes or full seasons.
Why was Life in Pieces cancelled after season 4?
CBS cancelled Life in Pieces in May 2019 after four seasons. The show had faced declining ratings over its run, and the network chose not to renew it. The fourth and final season was shortened to 13 episodes, compared to the 22-episode runs of the first three seasons.
Who are the main cast members of Life in Pieces?
The main cast includes Thomas Sadoski, Dianne Wiest, James Brolin, Colin Hanks, Betsy Brandt, Zoe Lister-Jones, Dan Bakkedahl, Angelique Cabral, Niall Cunningham, and Holly J. Barrett, all playing members of the extended Short family.
What is Life in Pieces about?
Life in Pieces follows the Short family across three generations, with each episode told through four separate short stories from different family members' perspectives. It blends warm humor with relatable life milestones — from new babies and empty nests to aging parents and new romances.
How many seasons and episodes does Life in Pieces have?
Life in Pieces ran for four seasons and 79 episodes in total. Seasons 1, 2, and 3 each contained 22 episodes, while the final Season 4 was shortened to 13 episodes before the series was cancelled by CBS in 2019.
When did Life in Pieces first air on CBS?
Life in Pieces premiered on CBS on September 21, 2015. The series ran for four seasons before being cancelled in 2019, with its final episode airing that same year.
Is Life in Pieces based on a true story?
Life in Pieces is not based on a specific true story, but creator Justin Adler drew inspiration from real family dynamics and universal life experiences. The show's anthology-style storytelling reflects the kind of everyday moments many families recognize from their own lives.
What is the content rating for Life in Pieces?
Life in Pieces is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The rating reflects the show's adult humor and some mature themes, though the series remains a broadly accessible family comedy.
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