Next All-New Episodes Air Tuesday, November 3, on FOX

FOX has ordered full seasons of new comedies GRANDFATHERED and THE GRINDER, it was announced today by David Madden, President, Entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company.

“Both GRANDFATHERED and THE GRINDER are incredibly sharp, fresh and funny shows, and we love the storylines that these fantastic producers have planned for the rest of the season,” said Madden.  “The talented casts – led by Rob, Fred, John and Josh – have infused these two series with more than just star power. They’ve brought warmth, wit and humanity to their characters – which are all hallmarks of any successful comedy. We are so proud of both of these shows.”

Season to date, both critically acclaimed shows have delivered year-over-year gains for FOX on the night. GRANDFATHERED has lifted FOX’s average in the time period by +70% versus last fall, and THE GRINDER has posted gains of +78% among Adults 18-49.

In the next all-new episode of GRANDFATHERED, “Edie’s Two Dads,” airing Tuesday, Nov. 3 (8:00-8:30 PM ET/PT) on FOX, Gerald (Josh Peck) can’t make it in time for Edie’s interview at the most elite pre-school in the area, so Jimmy (John Stamos) steps in to help out. But once he meets the admissions counselor (guest star Joanna Garcia Swisher), he accidentally starts a lie that takes on a life of its own.

In the next all-new episode of THE GRINDER, “A Bittersweet Grind (Une Mouture Amer),” airing Tuesday, Nov. 3 (8:30-9:00 PM ET/PT), just as Dean (Rob Lowe) prepares to give up on what he thinks is a hopeless search for love, he is reunited with Gail (guest star Christina Applegate), an old flame who restores his belief in romance. Meanwhile, Deb (Mary Elizabeth Ellis) encourages Stewart (Fred Savage) to change his strict ways and let Lizzie (Hana Hayes) have a supervised date with Joel Zadak (guest star Johnowen Lowe).

GRANDFATHERED is produced by ABC Studios and 20^th Century Fox Television. The series is created and written by Daniel Chun (“The Office”). The series is executive-produced by Chun, Dan Fogelman (“Galavant,” “The Neighbors”) and Stamos. Chris Koch serves as  director and executive producer. “Like” GRANDFATHERED on Facebook at facebook.com/Grandfathered. Follow the series on Twitter @Grandfathered and join the conversation using #Grandfathered. See photos and videos on Instagram @Grandfathered.

THE GRINDER is produced by 20^th Century Fox Television. The series is created and written by Andrew Mogel and Jarrad Paul (“The D Train,” “Allen Gregory”). The series is executive-produced by Mogel, Paul, Nicholas Stoller (“Neighbors,” “Forgetting Sarah Marshall”), Melvin Mar (NEW GIRL, “Fresh Off the Boat”), Ben Wexler (“The Comedians”), and Rob Lowe. Jake Kasdan (NEW GIRL, “Fresh Off the Boat”) serves as both director and executive producer. “Like” THE GRINDER on Facebook at facebook.com/TheGrinderFOX. Follow the series on Twitter @TheGrinderFOX and join the conversation using #TheGrinder. See photos and videos on Instagram @TheGrinderFOX.

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All episodes of GRANDFATHERED and THE GRINDER are available on FOX NOW, Hulu and Fox On Demand. To learn more about FOX NOW, please visit www.foxnow.com.

[EDITOR’S NOTE 1: For photos and more information on GRANDFATHERED and THE GRINDER, please visit www.foxflash.com.]

[EDITOR’S NOTE 2: In the event of a World Series Game #6, the episodes of GRANDFATHERED and THE GRINDER scheduled for Nov. 3 will be preempted, and will air on Nov. 10.]

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