Daddio
Daddio is an American sitcom that aired on NBC from March 23 to October 23, 2000. Created by Matt Berry and Ric Swartzwelder, the series starred Michael Chiklis and Anita Barone.
Synopsis
Michael Chiklis stars as Chris Woods, a former restaurant supply salesman who decides to become a stay-at-home dad to his and his wife Linda's four children Shannon, Max, Jake, and Emily to accommodate his wife's demanding career as a lawyer. Chris loves his new role, but is annoyed by Linda's well-meaning friends Holly and Barb who constantly interfere with Chris' parenting. Chris is also forced to defend his new role to his best friend Rob, and his new neighbor Bobick, a former Marine Corps|Marine].The show's first season consisted of five episodes, but was renewed for a second season of 13 episodes. However, only four were aired before NBC canceled the show in October 2000 due to low ratings.
Cast
Main
- Michael Chiklis as Chris Woods
- Anita Barone as Linda Woods, Chris's wife
- Amy Wilson as Barb Krolak, Linda's best friend
- Kevin Crowley as Rod Krolak, Barb's husband and Chris's best friend
- Suzy Nakamura as Holly Martin, Linda's other friend
- Steve Ryan as Bobick, Chris's neighbor
- Cristina Kernan as Shannon Woods, Chris & Linda's first daughter
- Martin Spanjers as Max Woods, Chris & Linda's first son
- Mitch Holleman as Jake Woods, Chris & Linda's second son
Recurring
- Christian Boewe as Montgomery Krolak, Barb & Rod's son
Guest role
- Hilary Duff as Molly Kidman
Episodes
Series overview
Season 1 (2000)
Season 2 (2000)
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Refs |
| 2000 | BMI TV Music Award | Mark Heyes | Won | ||
| 2000 | Teen Choice Awards | TV – Choice Breakout Show | Daddio | ||
| 2001 | Art Directors Guild | Television – Episode of a Multi-Camera Series | |||
| 2001 | Young Artist Award | Best Performance in a TV Series – Young Actor Age Ten or Under | Mitch Holleman | ||
| 2001 | Young Artist Award | Best Performance in a TV Comedy Series – Supporting Young Actor | Martin Spanjers | - | |
| 2001 | Young Artist Award | Best Performance in a TV Comedy Series – Supporting Young Actress | Cristina Kernan | Won |