Genre: Sitcom
Created by: Andrew Orenstein
Starring:
Randal Edwards
Harland Williams
Jay Malone
Julia Voth
Country of origin: Canada
Original language(s): English
No. of seasons: 2
No. of episodes: 15
Production
Executive producer(s):
Andrew Orenstein
Tim Gamble
Michael Shepard
Location(s): Vancouver, Canada
Camera setup: Multiple
Running time: 22 minutes
Production company(s):
Thunderbird Films
Rogers Media
Broadcast
Original channel: City
Picture format:
480i (SDTV)
1080i (HDTV)
Audio format: Dolby Digital 5.1
Original run: 18 June 2013 – present
Package Deal is a Canadian television sitcom created by Andrew Orenstein about three brothers and the woman that comes between them. It debuted on City on 18 June 2013.
Premise
Danny thinks that Kim might be "the one". His older brothers, who raised him after their parents died, are not so fond of her. Sheldon avoids relationships but is in favor of one night stands. Ryan was divorced by his wife who hooked up with a fellow surgeon after he put her through medical school. Kim is not happy with how intimately involved Sheldon and Ryan are in Danny's life.
Cast
▪ Randal Edwards as Danny, a criminal defense lawyer
▪ Harland Williams as Sheldon, a stubborn and politically incorrect salesman
▪ Jay Malone as Ryan, a metrosexualformer house-husband
▪ Julia Voth as Kim
Recurring cast
▪ Eugene Levy as McKenzie, a client of Danny's whose wives keep mysteriously dying
▪ Pamela Anderson as Dr Sydney Forbes, Ryan's quirky therapist who has an intimate approach
Production
Package Deal is a four-camera comedy primarily filmed with a studio audience, which is rare for Canadian television. The concept of the show comes from creator Andrew Orenstein's experiences with his family. The first season finale was filmed in Burnaby on 25 January 2013. Package Deal was renewed for a second season on 21 January 2014.
Broadcast
On 29 May 2012, Citytv announced that they had commissioned 13 episodes of Package Deal for the 2012-13 mid-season television season. It was announced on 1 April 2013 that the show would premiere on 6 May, taking the spot in the schedule that had been occupied by Seed. Later in April that was changed to 24 June. As part of Rogers' upfront presentation on 4 June it was announced that Package Dealhad been moved to the autumn and would be on Mondays at 8:30 ET. The series premiere was subsequently again changed to 18 June at 9 p.m. ET/PT, 10 p.m. MT, and 8 p.m. CT and labelled a special preview.
Episodes
Season/Episodes/Originally aired/DVD/release dates/Season premiere/Season finale/Region 1/Region 2/Region 4
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13
18 June 2013
7 January 2014
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2
13
12 September 2014
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Season 1 (2013-14)/No. in
series/No. in/season/Title/Directed by/Written by/Original air date
1
1
"The Dinner"
"The Picnic"
Adam Weissman
Andrew Orenstein
18 June 2013
After his brothers make a terrible first impression and scare off his new girlfriend, Danny enlists their help to get her back but Kim isn't sure this relationship is worth it if it really is a 'package deal'.
2
2
"Prank Wars"
Adam Weissman
Andrew Orenstein
7 October 2013
Kim feels left out of the brothers' "prank wars". Her attempts to join in go awry, but the brothers ultimately welcome her into the fold by making her the subject of an elaborate prank.
3
3
"I Love You???"
Adam Weissman
Simon McNabb
14 October 2013
Danny and Kim's relationship is in jeopardy when he accidentally blurts out "I love you" during sex. His backtracking only makes it worse, especially once he realizes he really does love her.
4
4
"Kim vs. Karaoke"
Adam Weissman
Stevie Ray Fromstein
21 October 2013
When Kim starts monopolizing Danny's time, Sheldon and Ryan try to find her a friend in order to get Danny's attention back for an upcoming karaoke tournament.
5
5
"Bully"
Jonathan A. Rosenbaum
Jason Belleville
28 October 2013
Danny tries to make amends to a client he bullied as a child by giving him the world’s best defense – but he’s left on the hook when the client unexpectedly dies in the middle of the trial.
6
6
"Danny Escapes to Prison"
Keith Samples
Andrew Orenstein
7 November 2013
The mounting tension between Kim and his brothers leads Danny to spend his downtime with his client, McKenzie, in prison. Sheldon enlists Nikki as his model for a casket ad.
7
7
"Sheldon Pretends to Be Danny"
Keith Samples
Denise Moss
14 November 2013
Danny's birthday present for Kim is stolen when Sheldon repeatedly uses Danny's apartment (and identity) to seduce morally dubious women. Ryan stakes out a jewelry store in hopes of meeting his ex-wife's new beau.
8
8
"Ryan's Therapist"
Steve Wright
Elizabeth MacKenzie
21 November 2013
When Ryan's therapist moves out of town, Danny gets him a job at Kim's tea shop. But Ryan goes off the rails when he discovers the therapist is still in town – and lied just to get rid of him.
9
9
"A Few Good Muffins"
Steve Wright
Stevie Ray Fromstein
28 November 2013
When Kim gets into an altercation with a masseuse at a day spa, Danny represents her at trial. Ryan meets his new therapist, Dr. Sydney Forbes, and finds himself very uncomfortable with her unorthodox style.
10
10
"Big Brothers"
Steve Wright
Elizabeth MacKenzie & Simon McNabb
12 December 2013
Sheldon has Kim train him to be a gentleman in hopes of winning back the girl of his dreams. Danny, nervous about accepting an upcoming award, tries out Ryan’s new therapist.
11
11
"It's My Party"
Keith Samples
Jason Belleville
2 January 2014
When Sheldon lands a party-planning gig for an important Judge, Danny steps in to make sure everything runs smoothly. Ryan's new therapist falls for him and it threatens their professional relationship.
12
12
"Sick Puppy"
Steve Wright
Denise Moss & Andrew Orenstein
9 January 2014
When Danny falls ill, Ryan and Kim compete over who can take care of him best. Meanwhile, Sheldon and Kim’s employee Nikki are left in charge of Kim’s tea shop, which they turn into a profitable coffee-and-pizza joint.
13
13
"Kangaroo Court"
Keith Samples
Denise Moss & Andrew Orenstein
16 January 2014
When Ryan runs into Alison’s best friend, Sheldon helps him look good by saying Kim is his girlfriend. But soon, the lie spirals out of control, forcing the gang to keep up the charade over the course of an entire dinner party – the success of which could have dire consequences for a very important trial.
Season 2 (2014-15)/No. in series/No. in
season/Title/Directed by/Written by/Original air date
14
1
"Silverball"
Jon Rosenbaum
Rob Sheridan
12 September 2014
15
2
"Sloppy Seconds"
Jon Rosenbaum
Denise Moss
26 September 2014
16
3
"Sex, Sex, Sex"
3 October
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