8 New Fall Shows That Deserve a Chance

Yet another single-camera comedy from CBS this season, Life in Pieces feels like a departure for the network, in a good way. A big ensemble family comedy starring the likes of Colin Hanks, Dianne Wiest, Betsy Brandt, and James Brolin, the show is getting obvious comparisons to Modern Family, but it's racier and more tart than the ABC hit. Kind of like if Parenthood had been a comedy.

When it starts: Sept. 21, on Mondays at 8:30 p.m. until November, then Thursdays at 8:30 p.m. on CBS

Watch the trailer for Life in Pieces.