{"id":126813,"date":"2023-08-09T21:58:18","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T02:58:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/the-war-at-home-2005\/"},"modified":"2024-03-02T16:26:15","modified_gmt":"2024-03-02T22:26:15","slug":"shows-like-the-war-at-home-2005","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-the-war-at-home-2005\/","title":{"rendered":"Shows Like The War at Home (2005)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\"Michael<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n

7.5 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 9092 reviews)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Parents struggle to raise their teens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy, Romance<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Michael Rapaport, Anita Barone, Kaylee DeFer, Kyle Sullivan
\nCreators:<\/strong> Rob Lotterstein
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2 seasons, 44 episodes, 30-minute runtime<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Shows Most Like The War at Home (2005)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Dads (2013)<\/h3>\n \n
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5.4 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 6911 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Two successful guys in their 30’s have their lives turned upside down when their nightmare dads unexpectedly move in with them.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Seth Green, Giovanni Ribisi, Brenda Song, Vanessa Lachey
Creators:<\/strong> Alec Sulkin, Wellesley Wild
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

1 season, 19 episodes, 22.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Anger Management (2012)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.5 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 31284 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Ex baseball player Charlie is an anger management therapist with small group sessions at home. He has an OCD teen daughter, an ex-wife and a sex buddy\/therapist.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy, Romance<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Charlie Sheen, Shawnee Smith, Noureen DeWulf, Michael Arden
Creators:<\/strong> Bruce Helford
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

2 seasons, 100 episodes, 22.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The McCarthys (2014)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.3 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 1650 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Comedy about a sports-crazed Irish-Catholic family that shares a three decker house in Boston and the one member that dares to move out on his own.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Joey McIntyre, Jimmy Dunn, Jack McGee, Tyler Ritter
Creators:<\/strong> Brian Gallivan
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

1 season, 16 episodes, 21.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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“The War at Home” is a sitcom that aired from 2005 to 2007, offering a comedic yet insightful look into the dynamics of the Gold family. Despite its brief run, the show managed to leave a mark on its audience, thanks to its sharp wit, relatable characters, and the way it tackled various social issues.<\/p>\n

The Premise<\/h2>\n

At the heart of “The War at Home” is the Gold family, consisting of parents Dave and Vicky and their three children: Hillary, Larry, and Mike. The show revolves around the day-to-day challenges they face, ranging from parenting dilemmas and teenage angst to more profound issues like sexuality, drug use, and bullying. What sets this sitcom apart is its unapologetic approach to addressing these themes, often leading to hilariously uncomfortable yet meaningful conversations.<\/p>\n

Characters and Dynamics<\/h2>\n

Dave and Vicky Gold<\/h3>\n

Dave, portrayed by Michael Rapaport, is the quintessential overprotective yet clueless dad. His attempts to navigate modern parenting dilemmas, often without a filter, drive much of the humor in the show. Vicky, played by Anita Barone, balances Dave’s impulsiveness with her more rational approach to parenting, although she’s not without her quirks.<\/p>\n

The Kids<\/h3>\n

Hillary, the eldest child, embodies the typical teenage girl, grappling with social pressures and her relationship with her parents. Larry, the middle child, often serves as the voice of reason, despite facing his own identity crises. The youngest, Mike, navigates the trials of adolescence with a mix of innocence and mischief.<\/p>\n

Tackling Social Issues<\/h2>\n

One of the strengths of “The War at Home” is its willingness to dive into contentious issues without preaching to the audience. Here are a few examples:<\/p>\n