Series synopsis
Step Dave is a comedy television series that premiered on TVNZ 2 on February 11, 2014. It ended on November 24, 2015. It stars Jono Kenyon, Rawiri Jobe, Sia Trokenheim and Tainui Tukiwaho.
Dave, a 24-year-old ordinary kiwi slacker, finds his life turned upside down when he meets the girl of his dreams Cara - and her three kids. Step Dave is a light-hearted, feel-good family drama which demonstrates one of the realities of modern life that families come in all different shapes and sizes.
Premise
Dave, a 24-year-old ordinary kiwi slacker, finds his life turned upside down when he meets the girl of his dreams Cara - and her three kids. Step Dave is a light-hearted, feel-good family drama which demonstrates one of the realities of modern life that families come in all different shapes and sizes.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Jono Kenyon as Dave
- Rawiri Jobe as Azza
- Sia Trokenheim as Cara
- Tainui Tukiwaho as Hugo
- Tania Nolan as Julia
- Aidee Walker as Jen
- Lisa Harrow as Marrion
- Will Wallace as Phillip
Supporting cast
- Lily Powell as Jasmine Gray
- Maya Wyatt as Scarlett Gray
- J.J. Fong as Betty
Guest cast
- Delaney Tabron as Xandra
- Dominique Bela as Attractive Woman
- Geraldine Creff as Leila
- Alexandra Hall as Abby Russell
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 26 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | February 11, 2014 | May 6, 2014 |
| Season 2 | 13 | September 1, 2015 | November 24, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Starry Eyed 24 year old bartender Dave meets Cara, the woman of his dreams - but finds she's 15 years older, and lives with her three kids and a scary mother-in-law. |
February 11, 2014 |
| 2 |
Early Days Dave suspects that Cara is embarrassed of their age difference. Julia is determined to find out what the catch is with Cara’s new mystery man. |
February 18, 2014 |
| 3 |
The Clown and the Bear Dave learns that three in a bed is not as much fun as it sounds. Cara takes on a school bully. It's a big moment for Dave and Cara - he is going to sleep over at the family home for the very first time. But, things don't go according to plan. |
February 25, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Stepping Up Cara loses everything, including her best friend. Dave makes a big commitment. |
September 1, 2015 |
| 2 |
Mr Popular Dave finds that being the boss isn't all fun and games. Cara attempts to make over geeky Scarlett for the school ball. |
September 8, 2015 |
| 3 |
Threesome Georgia has her eye on Dave, but also on Cara. Jen discovers her past on another woman’s butt. |
September 15, 2015 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | TVNZ 2 |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 11, 2014 |
| Last aired | November 24, 2015 |
| Runtime | 44 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Tuesday at 20:30:00 |