Jana Hunter Movies
- 2004
Kellie (Cynthia Watros) announces that she is pregnant. What Kellie isn't, is ready to be married to Drew (Drew Carey), the baby's father. Hoping to change Kellie's mind, Drew tries to enlist the aid of her parents Don (Michael Gross) and Annette (Susan Sullivan)--who make it rather clear that they'd sooner their daughter marry anyone EXCEPT Drew. This episode originally aired back-to-back with "Sealed with a Kiss". ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2004
To show his support for the pregnant Kellie (Cynthia Watros), Drew (Drew Carey) promises to stop drinking until the baby arrives. Alas, this promise proves extraordinarily difficult to keep--and indirectly results in the bungling Oswald (Diedrich Bader) owning a piece of the Warsaw Tavern. Elsewhere, Mimi (Kathy Kinney) goes to great lengths to attract the attention of a sexy young deliveryman named Lance (Reichen Lehmkuhl). Watch for former child star Barry Livingston ("Ernie" in My Three Sons) in a supporting role. This episode originally aired back-to-back with "Drew's Best Friend". ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2004
In flashback, Drew (Drew Carey) recalls the events surrounding the death of his father George (an event that wouldn't be seen until a few episodes later, indicating that this particular installment was originally broadcast out of sequences). First off, Drew is shocked to discover that his late dad never mentioned him in his diary. But worse is to come when, in his efforts to arrange a US Marine Corps funeral for George, Drew is stymied by a mixup in caskets--and as a result his dad is laid to rest in a coffin embossed with the logo of the rock group KISS (it even plays a rendition of "God Gave Rock and Roll to You". First telecast in tandem with "At Your Cervix", "Sealed in a Kiss" must hold a record for the largest number of bad-taste jokes within a single half-hour, covering everything from Vietnamese war guilt to leaving a baby alone in a hot car! ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2003
Unable to withstand the pressure when Drew (Drew Carey) coaches her for a big karoke contest, Kellie (Cynthia Watros) dumps Drew on the eve of the event. Auditioning for new partners, Drew selects an 11-year-old girl named Madison (Emma Hunton). On the night of the contest, another couple performs the song chosen by Drew, so Madison suggests as a last-minute replacement the romantic standard "Do It To Me One More Time"--which succeeds in making innocent Drew come off as a pedophile! But that's nothing compared to Lewis (Ryan Stiles) and Oswald's rendition of "In the Ghetto", which ends with Oswald (Diedrich Bader) suddenly gushing blood. This episode originally aired in tandem with "Two Girls for Every Boy". ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2002
Kellie's accident-prone ex-husband Daryl (James Denton) is now confined to a wheelchair and more emotionally needy than ever. Nervous Drew (Drew Carey) tries to keep softhearted Kellie (Cynthia Watros) far away from Daryl--but succeeds only in making himself look cruel, heartless and sadistic! Elsewhere, Lewis (Ryan Stiles) draws up plans for an underwater city, as if anyone cares; and Mimi (Kathy Kinney) exacts a unique revenge against Steve (John Carroll Lynch), leaving him literally naked unto his enemies (and his friends!) ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2002
No sooner have Drew (Drew Carey) and Mr. Wick (Craig Ferguson) assumed their duties as co-managers of Winfred-Louder than they find that the store is about to go out of business. Seeking a new buyer, Drew and Wick approach the fabulously wealthy Lord Mercer (Jim Piddock in his first series appearance). As it turns out, the only person capable of "selling" Winfred-Louder to Lord Mercer's board of directors is Mr. Wick, and only when he is drunk out of his mind--obliging Drew to become an "enabler" until the deal is finalized. Meanwhile, Oswald (Diedrich Bader) hits on a nurse named Colleen (played by Bader's real-life wife Dulcy Rogers), but she is unimpressed until he literally performs a miracle! ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2002
Inasmuch as Drew (Drew Carey) is still seeking a bride for his pre-planned wedding, his mom Beulah (Marion Ross) helpfully sets him up with a blind date named Amy (Kristin Dattilo). She's a sweet girl and all, but there's one odd little quirk: Amy likes to dress up as a squirrel during sex. Meanwhile, Oswald (Diedrich Bader) is led to believe that he's a psychic, inspiring Mimi (Kathy Kinney) to place several sizable bets at the race track. Originally scheduled to air on October 14, 2002, this episode is appropriately preceded with a performance of the theme song by the Squirrel Nut Zippers! ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2002
In the conclusion of a two-part story, Drew (Drew Carey) figures out that the irresponsible behavior of 19-year-old Milan (Jessica Cauffiel), appointed the store's new president by her father Lord Mercer (Jim Piddock), stems from a lifelong need for her dad's approval. When Lord Mercer fires Milan, Drew begs him to give the girl another chance--which might have been a mistake, as indicated when party-animal Milan transforms the store into her own personal, never-ending "rave." Meanwhile, Lewis (Ryan Stiles) pulls a "Hannibal Lecter" when Oswald (Diedrich Bader) brings home a human liver as his nursing-school homework assignment. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2001
Wanda Sykes makes her first apperance as Christine Watson, the store's new, no-nonsense efficiency expert. Though she runs everyone else ragged, Christine treats Drew (Drew Carey) with kid gloves, inasmuch as she has a crush on him. Taking advantage of this, the employees offer Drew $500 to date Christine and persuade her to lighten up. It turns out that Christine is being so tough because she doesn't want to fire anyone--but when she suspects that Drew has been bribed to take her out, it's a different story! Elsewhere, a circus troupe helps Lewis (Ryan Stiles) and Oswald (Diedrich Bader) build their dream house in the park. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2001
After a night of drunken revelry, Drew (Drew Carey) and the guys leave their "calling cards" on Mimi's lawn, a reckless display of bowel-movement bravado which costs them dearly when the Warsaw Tavern loses its liquor license. Unable to get Mimi (Kathy Kinney) to withdraw her complaint against the tavern, Drew suggests that the Warsaw bartender surreptitiously work around the liquor ban by sneaking beer into the food--the latest in a long and undistinguished line of stupid ideas. Meanwhile, would-be entrepreneurs Lewis (Ryan Stiles) and Oswald (Diedrich Bader) go into the snake-venom business. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2001
The Drew Carey Show departs from its usual format in the series' two-part Season Seven opener (originally telecast as a single hour-long special). Fluctuating between their sitcom characters and themselves, Drew Carey and the cast serve up a crazy cornucopia of quickie sketches, unified by the common theme of "back to school". Part Two features Drew, Kate (Christa Miller) and a little girl in a cautionary fable about "the dangers of cooties"; a lecture from Kate about how being a cheerleader can help you meet politicians in later life; a drug-expose spoof wherein undercover cop Oswald (Diedrich Bader) forgets to take off his uniform while orchestrating a "bust"; and a talking zit, who looks and sounds like Mr. Wick (Craig Ferguson), dispensing sage advice about dating. Musical guest stars include Uncle Kracker, who sings "Yeah Yeah Yeah" and helps Mimi (Kathy Kinney) with a crossword puzzle; Peter Frampton, performing "You Had to Be There" and revealing a past fling with Mimi (the source of his tattoo); and Sugar Ray, whose lead singer Mark McGrath squeezes in a math lesson while joining a rendition of "Answer the Phone". This episode was originally slated to air on September 19, 2001. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2001
The Drew Carey Show departs from its usual format in the series' two-part Season Seven opener (originally telecast as a single hour-long special). Fluctuating between their sitcom characters and themselves, Drew Carey and the cast serve up a crazy cornucopia of quickie sketches, unified by the common theme of "back to school". Part One finds Drew as the star of a teen-hygine film spoof about puberty, while Ryan Stiles portrays a clumsy--and headless--industrial arts teacher and Christa Miller, Jenny McCarthy and Amanda Bynes stage a slumber-party sketch while the male cast and crew members lecherously look on from the sidelines. Also: Lewis (Styles) and Oswald (Ryan Stiles) become backup singers for SHeDAISY (performing "I Will . . .But"; Kate (Miller) unearths Oswald's past as a wimpy cheerleader; Mimi (Kathy Kinney) jealousy guards her heavy-metal version of "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" from Smash Mouth (who sing "Pacific Coast Party"); and a pair of horny teenagers pay the ultimate price for their fantasies when their pants explode. This episode was originally slated to air on September 19, 2001. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2000
Finally fed up with having abuse (and other things) heaped upon him, Drew (Drew Carey) quits his job at the cafeteria and returns to the store, only to find that his old cubicle is now occupied by a frozen yogurt machine. But salvation may be on the way when Drew's brother Steve (John Carroll Lynch) reveals that their late Uncle Cecil has left them small but substantial amounts of money in his will--provided that each heir pass a specific test. In Drew's case, he will collect $10,000 if he is married within 72 hours. Are Drew and Kate willing to go through a wedding ceremony that neither one really wants, or will honor, courage and integrity prevail? (Hint: the climax of a story involves a phony drunken minister and two strangely familiar "best men"). With this episode, John Carroll Lynch becomes a regular in the hitherto recurring role of Steve Carey. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2000
A 21-year-old man named Robert (Jeremy Howard) arrives in Cleveland, claiming to be the son of Oswald Harvey (Diedrich Bader). However, Oswald can't help but notice that Robert looks a lot like his pal Lewis (Ryan Stiles). It turns out that, way back in summer tap-dance class, Lewis and Oswald both slept with Robert's mother Sherrie. Before long, the two buddies are battling over the "custody" of the grown Robert, culminating in a DNA test to determine the truth. Meanwhile, Drew (Drew Carey) learns to regret allowing the employees to publish a newsletter, especially when all of the contributors go out of their way to make him look ridiculous. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 2000
When Mr. Soulard (Mark Curry) cracks down on Mimi (Kathy Kinney), she rebels and is fired on the spot. In heat of anger, Mimi vows to head to Dollywood in a trailer with husband Steve (John Carroll Lynch) and never come back. Drew (Drew Carey) is delighted at this prospect until he accidentally causes the couple's car to be stolen, whereupon Steve and Mimi move their trailer into Drew's backyard, syphoning off his utilities and in general making his life Hell. Even worse, Mimi develops claustrophia, forcing her to move in with Drew! Meanwhile, Lewis (Ryan Stiles) takes performance-enhancement drugs in preparation for a night of passion with new girlfriend Leslie (Judy Gold); unfortunately, his newly-numbed private parts provide him with far stamina than desire. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1999
Now that his therapist has advised him to stop dating women, Drew (Drew Carey) transfers his obsessive-compulsiveness from Sex to Civics, demanding that a car-eating pothole in front of his house be replaced immediately. To this end, Drew supports a ballot measure for street repairs, going so far as to volunteer his own house for a polling place, Unfortunately, Lewis (Ryan Stiles) and Oswald (Diedrich Bader) try to fix the outcome of the referendum by plying the hapless voters with gallons of Buzz Beer. And yes, it CAN get worse--especially when the ballots are accidentally set afire just before the polling inspector shows up. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
