Episode 1
See Dad Run Home
David ends his role as a beloved TV-sitcom dad and transitions into being a stay-at-home parent in the pilot episode of this comedy.
Where to watch See Dad Run
TV series
See Dad Run
2012TV-PG3 seasons6.4 / 10
The story of David Hobbs, who has spent the last decade playing the perfect father on one of TV’s biggest sitcoms. But when the series ends and his wife resumes her own television career, he finds himself cast in his most challenging role to date: handling the day-to-day needs of three kids who've grown accustomed to not having him around. David soon learns that playing a dad on TV is child’s play compared to the real thing.
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Synopsis
The story of David Hobbs, who has spent the last decade playing the perfect father on one of TV’s biggest sitcoms. But when the series ends and his wife resumes her own television career, he finds himself cast in his most challenging role to date: handling the day-to-day needs of three kids who've grown accustomed to not having him around. David soon learns that playing a dad on TV is child’s play compared to the real thing.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
See Dad Lose Janie
David has to take Emily and Joe to school and take Janie to Mommy and Me class and get everybody home in time for a much-anticipated piano lesson. Meanwhile, Emily has ruined Amy's favorite sweater and asks David to pay for it in exchange for finding Janie.
Where to watch See Dad RunEpisode 3
See Dad Play Coach
David tries to rein in his aggressive coaching style while working with Joe’s baseball team. Meanwhile, Emily uses her parents as subjects in an experiment for a school assignment.
Where to watch See Dad RunEpisode 4
See Dad Rise from the Dead
A paranoid Joe thinks David has been turned into a zombie after watching too many scary movies. Emily tries to get Janie to be dependent on David and Amy, so she can go out to parties and no longer have to babysit.
Episode credits
Guest stars Aaron Norvell
Episode 5
See Dad Get Wah-Wah'd
Marcus asks David to help him recruit a young actor to star in his next project.
Where to watch See Dad RunEpisode 6
See Dad Meet Matthew Pearson
Emily brings a boy home to meet her parents; Joe and Janie compete to ask David the best question at a panel for his old sitcom.
Episode credits
Directed by Victor GonzalezWritten by Perry Rein, Lisa Parsons, Gigi McCreeryGuest stars Luke Benward
Episode 7
See Dad One Night Only
David and Amy learn that Emily will be an extra in the school play. But after the director learns that Emily is David's daughter, she is then given the lead role, despite the fact that she is a terrible actress. Joe and Janie try to make a viral video.
Episode credits
Directed by Rich CorrellGuest stars Luke Benward
Episode 8
See Dad Catch a Rat
Amy is upset when a rat scurries out from under an old recliner that David brought home; David attempts to handle the rat problem on his own.
Episode credits
Directed by Rich Correll
Episode 9
See Dad Run Christmas Into the Ground
David promises to take care of the holiday preparations when Amy has to work on Christmas Eve.
Where to watch See Dad RunEpisode 10
See Dad Campaign
David tries to help Emily win a class election when she competes against the son of his enemy, and Emily and Amy surprise him with a tactic they use.
Episode credits
Directed by Rich CorrellGuest stars Jack Griffo
Episode 11
See Dad Get Schooled
David is terrified about taking part in the History Bowl at Joe's school, due to him not knowing anything about American history and not wanting to let Joe down.
Where to watch See Dad RunEpisode 12
See Dad Assist Kevin
The Hobbs family takes care of Kevin when he injures his back.
Where to watch See Dad RunEpisode 13
See Dad Run, But He Can't Hide
The Hobbs family gets mad and embarrassed when the paparazzi keeps taking embarrassing photos of them and posting them online. Mitch (Bryan Callen), a TV show host keeps reporting false stories about them and David and Amy try to get revenge on him.
Where to watch See Dad RunEpisode 14
See Dad Get Married and Married
Amy becomes jealous after finding out that David had an exotic wedding with his first wife Nicole (Elaine Hendrix). David and the children set out to give Amy the wedding she deserves. Joe catches up with old friend of his, reuniting through Facebook.
Episode credits
Directed by Rich Correll
Episode 15
See Dad as The Great and Powerful Hobbs
David installs a surveillance system in the house that monitors everything downstairs. David and Amy get angry when noticing that the kids are saying bad comments about them. Emily throws a party, David and Amy use the surveillance system to spy on her. At the party, Joe tries to impress Mary and Matthew asks Emily to the junior prom.
Episode credits
Guest stars Luke Benward
Episode 16
See Dad Play Hard to Get
30m
David gives Emily advice on her relationship with Matthew. David plays hard to get while having his contract renewed to continue to endorse an orange juice brand.
Episode credits
Guest stars Austin North
Episode 17
See Dad Get Janie Into Kindergarten
David tries to get Janie into kindergarten. Marcus and Kevin audition for a globe-trotting reality show, with help from Emily.
Where to watch See Dad RunEpisode 18
See Dad Host a Playgroup
30m
David hosts a playgroup, where he meets other mothers and their different parenting styles. David then decides to have his own parenting style, by taking away Dr. Monkey Chunks from Janie, makes Joe eat healthy muffins, and makes Emily study for more French.
Episode credits
Directed by Rich Correll
Episode 19
See Dad Get Attacked by Promzilla
30m
With Amy off to a soap opera fan convention, David is left helping Emily get ready for the junior prom. David and Marcus accompany their daughters to find the perfect prom dresses. Emily and Mary then fight over the same dress. Joe and Janie trick Kevin into taking care of their every need.
Episode credits
Guest stars Sade Kimora Young
Episode 20
See Dad See Through Grandma
30mfinale
David's special Mother's Day plans for Amy get derailed when his self-centered mom, Maggie (Michele Lee) shows up.
Where to watch See Dad RunEpisode information updated Sep 16, 2026
More about See Dad Run
Cast
Scott BaioDavid Hobbs
Alanna UbachAmy Hobbs
Ryan WhitneyEmily Hobbs
Bailey Michelle BrownJanie Hobbs
Jackson BrundageJoe Hobbs
Ramy YoussefKevin
Mark CurryMarcus
Gracie DziennyChelseaCredits
- Created by
- Patrick Labyorteaux, Michael Jacobs
- Written by
- Matt Boren, Jay Kogen, Perry Rein, Gigi McCreery, Lisa Parsons
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 60
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
Nick at NiteUnited States
Nickelodeon ProductionsUnited States
Themes
familysitcomstay-at-home dad
