Lopez vs Lopez
2022 American sitcom television series
Lopez vs Lopez Genre Sitcom Created by Starring Opening theme "Lopez vs Lopez Theme" Composer Raney Shockne Country of origin United States Original languages No. of seasons2 No. of episodes32 Executive producers Producers
Mayan Lopez (season 1)
Erica Harrell
Desiree Proctor
Marc Solakian
Suzy Mamann-Greenberg (pilot only)
Camera setup Multi-camera Running time 22 minutes Production companies Network NBC Release November 4, 2022 (2022-11-04 ) – present (present )
Lopez vs Lopez is an American sitcom television series created by George Lopez , Mayan Lopez and Debby Wolfe that premiered on NBC on November 4, 2022. Wolfe also serves as showrunner and is executive producer. It stars Lopez and his daughter Mayan as fictionalized versions of themselves along with Matt Shively , Brice Gonzalez, Al Madrigal , and Selenis Leyva in supporting roles. In May 2023, the series was renewed for a second season which premiered on April 2, 2024.[1] [2] In May 2024, the series was renewed for a third season which is set to premiere on October 18, 2024.[3] [4]
Premise
George Lopez, the owner of a moving company that went bankrupt is forced to move into his daughter Mayan’s house. The problem is that Mayan and George have just started speaking after being estranged for most of her teenage years. Now they seek to heal their relationship and learn more about each other. Meanwhile, Quinten, Mayan’s boyfriend, and Mayan and Quinten’s son, Chance, are adjusting to George living with them, and Rosie, Mayan’s mom and George’s ex-wife, also drops by, usually to either see Mayan, or throw shade .
Cast and characters
Main cast
George Lopez as George
Mayan Lopez as Mayan, George's daughter
Matt Shively as Quinten Van Bryan, Mayan's live-in boyfriend
Brice Gonzalez as Chance Lopez-Van Bryan, George's grandson and Mayan's and Quinten's son
Selenis Leyva as Rosie, George's ex-wife
Al Madrigal as Oscar Rivera, an employee of George's who is frequently stoned and friend
Noel the Rescue Dog as Churro, the chihuahua family Dog
Recurring cast
Guest stars
Jerry Garcia as Mando
Adam Kulbersh as Jerry
Maria Canals-Barrera as Lily, Rosie's sister
Ana Rey as Flor, Rosie's sister
Nathan Miranda as Robbie
Constance Marie as Connie
Luis Armand Garcia as Louie
Valente Rodriguez as Val
Belita Moreno as Bella
Rita Moreno as Dolores Lopez, George's Grandma
Michelle Ortiz as Mrs. Garcia
Neil Flynn as Steve, June's Father
Eden Sher as June, Steve's Daughter
Kensie Mills as Paloma, June's Daughter and Steve's granddaughter
Sophia Magaña as Young Mayan
Jacob Vargas as Javier, Rosie’s client
Harvey Guillen as Miguel, Mayan's Cousin
Jessica Marie Garcia as Yesika, Mayan's Cousin
Chelsea Rendon as Luna, Mayan's Cousin
Gregg Sulkin as Dr. Bell
Justina Machado as Beatrice "Bunny" Perez, Rosie's Friend
Lidia Porto as Gina
Erik Griffin as Don Patino, Mayan’s Ex-Godfather
Marilyn Milian as Judge Justicia
Jesus Zapien as Mr. Reyes
Julie Wittner as Jenny, a client
Danny Trejo as Danny Martinez, George’s Rival
Melissa Fumero as Natalia, a Latina single mom
Snoop Dogg as Calvin, George's new sponsor
Gabriel Iglesias as Iggy, George's sponsor
Vanessa Gonzalez as Gladys, a Latina Waitress
Diana Maria Riva as Olga, a swap meet vendor
Alexandra Madison as Kylie
Jon Bouffard as Ryan
Tommy Chong as Bryan, Oscar’s new friend
Marshawn Lynch as Marshawn, a sideline reporter
Jim Plunkett as Himself
Pedro Lopez as Walter
Scheana Shay as Erica
Brock Davies as Justin
Lisa Rinna as Lisa Perry, George’s client
Jackie Guerrido as Valencia
Michael Irby as Father Ramirez
Tisha Campbell as Dr. Glenda Brenda, Mayan’s therapist and friend
Episodes
Series overview
Season 1 (2022–23)
Season 2 (2024)
Production
Development
The series is created by George Lopez, his daughter Mayan Lopez, and Debby Wolfe, the latter of whom serves as showrunner. The other executive producers are Bruce Helford , George Lopez, Michael Rotenberg, and Katie Newman. Mayan Lopez is also a producer in the writers' room. On June 14, 2021, the series received a put pilot commitment by NBC.[35] On October 22, 2021, the series was given a pilot order.[36] On April 20, 2022, it was announced that Kelly Park would direct the pilot.[37] On May 11, 2022, the series had been given a series order.[38] [39] On December 2, 2022, NBC ordered nine additional episodes, bringing up the season to a total of 22 episodes.[40] On May 12, 2023, NBC renewed the series for a second season.[1] On November 17, 2023, NBC reduced the number of episodes for the second season from 13 to 10.[41] On May 7, 2024, NBC renewed the series for a third season.[3]
Casting
On April 6, 2022, Selenis Leyva , Brice Gonzalez and Matt Shively were cast in main roles for the pilot.[42] Two weeks later, Laci Mosley and Kiran Deol were cast in recurring roles for the pilot.[37]
Filming
Lopez vs Lopez was filmed at Universal Studios Hollywood in Universal City, California , but it is set in Los Angeles, California .
Release
Lopez vs Lopez premiered on November 4, 2022, on NBC.[43] The first season is available to stream on Netflix .[44] The second season premiered on April 2, 2024.[2] The third season is scheduled to premiere on October 18, 2024.[4]
Ratings
Overall
Season 1
Season 2
References
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