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Season 1 – What I Like About You

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When their dad takes a job in Japan, wild Holly ends up bunking with her conservative older sister, Valerie, in New York City. Just when Val thinks she's got everything under control, Holly's zest to be a part of her big sister's cool life and her knack for getting into trouble turns Val's neatly regimented world upside down. As you'd expect from two young women living together, romantic relationships play a large role in the show's later seasons. Val does PR work for most of the series before opening her own bakery, while Holly works a series of part-time jobs throughout the show.
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What I Like About You — Season 1

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Amanda Bynes and Jennie Garth make for charming leads, but What I Like About You takes far too many detours into obnoxious slapstick comedy.

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Bill Goodykoontz Arizona Republic Feb 10, 2021
Presumably what we're supposed to like is teen star Amanda Bynes... But she comes off so bratty that it's hard to. Go to Full Review David Bianculli New York Daily News Feb 9, 2021
0.5/4
When the WB names a new sitcom "What I Like About You," it's begging for the obvious and accurate, one-word rejoinder review: Nothing. Go to Full Review Michael Speier Variety Mar 31, 2020
[Amanda] Bynes makes the leap to primetime with aplomb, and the result should be a solid run for an undemanding series that goes down easy. Go to Full Review Glenn Garvin Miami Herald Feb 9, 2021
With a charming and funny cast, there's lots to like about What I Like About You. Go to Full Review Roger Catlin Hartford Courant Mar 31, 2020
It's harmless enough fun, punched up by bold stabs at slapstick. Go to Full Review Bernadette Adams Davis PopMatters Mar 31, 2020
For the moment, the show depends on [Amanda] Bynes' saucy and sharp one-liners, as well as her knack for physical comedy, for the big laughs. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Ed R @JustcallmeER Mar 24, 2026 Amanda Bynes and Jennie Garth make for charming leads, but What I Like About You takes far too many detours into obnoxious slapstick comedy. See more Apr 27, 2019 A truly honest and beautiful take on the human condition. See more Read all reviews
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Shelley Jensen

Director

Gary Halvorson

Director

Sheldon Epps

Director

Steve Zuckerman

Director

Mark Cendrowski

Director

Amanda Bynes

Holly Tyler

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 20, 2002 The Pilot A spirited teenager (Amanda Bynes) moves in with her straitlaced older sister (Jennie Garth). With Simon Rex. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 27, 2002 Spa Day Holly goes to a spa with Val, then sneaks out to meet J.C. of NSYNC; Gary calls Jeff old, sparking competition. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 3, 2002 Roommates Holly fears she'll be banished to Japan to live with her father after breaking one of Val's house rules. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 11, 2002 The Teddy Bear Holly and Val fight over a teddy bear they both cherished as children. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 18, 2002 Cool Older Sister Val tries to ease up on her little sister; Holly and Gary go to a wild party on Long Island without telling anyone. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 1, 2002 The Parrot Trap Holly gets involved in the abduction of a zoo's performing parrot; Val plays matchmaker for a customer. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 8, 2002 Tankini Holly catches Gary kissing her visiting friend; Val confesses to sleeping in her ex-boyfriend's sweatshirt. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 15, 2002 Copy That Holly takes Jeff's advice on how to handle a smitten co-worker (Penn Badgley) and becomes a laughingstock at work; Val frets about impressing a prospective client (Ian Ziering). Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 22, 2002 Thanksgiving Val and Holly cancel plans with relatives in order to celebrate Thanksgiving in their own way; Jeff and Gary search for a perfect turkey. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 10, 2003 The Party A cute guy (guest star Kyle Howard) invites Holly to a college party. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 17, 2003 The Other Woman Jeff warns Holly not to get too close to his ex-girlfriend Dana. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 24, 2003 Girls' Night Out The sisters enjoy a night out on the town, until a guy makes a pass at Val. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 31, 2003 The Cheerleader Incident Jeff's mother (guest star Nancy Lenehan) drops by unexpectedly and finds Val dressed as a sexy cheerleader. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 7, 2003 The Game Holly advises Val to play dirty when vying for a promotion against a competitive co-worker (Leslie Grossman). Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 14, 2003 Valentine's Day Holly jumps to the conclusion that Jeff is going to propose to Val on Valentine's Day; Gary is overwhelmed by the prospect of a date. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 21, 2003 Holly's First Job Jeff regrets hiring Holly as a waitress when she turns the restaurant upside down and causes the chef to quit. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 28, 2003 The Break Up Val breaks up with Jeff and begins to spend all of her free time with sister Holly. Leslie Grossman guest stars. Details Episode 18 Aired Mar 7, 2003 Dude, Where's Val's Car Holly and a friend misplace Val's car after taking it for a spin. Details Episode 19 Aired Apr 4, 2003 Loose Lips When Val goes out with her co-workers, she winds up in a compromising position with her boss (Dan Cortese). Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 25, 2003 The Fix-Up Holly sets Val up with Henry's older brother, despite Henry's warnings. Details Episode 21 Aired May 2, 2003 Tyler vs. World The threat of eviction proves to be a bonding experience for Holly and Val after a spiteful neighbor (guest star Meredith Autry) reports a lease violation to the tenant board. Details Episode 22 Aired May 9, 2003 The Talk Val talks to sister Holly about the birds and the bees. Ryan Starr guest stars. Details

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What I Like About You — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Shelley Jensen, Gary Halvorson, Sheldon Epps, Steve Zuckerman, Mark Cendrowski
Executive Producer
Wil Calhoun, Dan Schneider, Brian Robbins, Michael Tollin, Joe Davola
Screenwriter
Stacy Traub, Lesley Wake, Hayes Jackson, Kirker Butler, Steve Molaro, Nahnatchka Khan, Caryn Lucas, Dan Schneider, Sarah McLaughlin, Wil Calhoun
Network
The WB
Rating
TV-PG (D)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 20, 2002
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