Series synopsis
Bob Hearts Abishola is an American comedy television series that premiered on CBS on September 23, 2019. It ended on May 6, 2024. It was created by Chuck Lorre, Gina Yashere, Eddie Gorodetsky, Alan J. Higgins. It stars Billy Gardell, Folake Olowofoyeku, Gina Yashere and Christine Ebersole.
A love story about a middle-aged compression sock businessman from Detroit who unexpectedly falls for his cardiac nurse, a Nigerian immigrant, while recovering from a heart attack and sets his sights on winning her over.
Premise
A love story about a middle-aged compression sock businessman from Detroit who unexpectedly falls for his cardiac nurse, a Nigerian immigrant, while recovering from a heart attack and sets his sights on winning her over.
Premise: A love story made in America.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Billy Gardell as Bob Wheeler
- Folake Olowofoyeku as Abishola Adebambo
- Gina Yashere as Kemi
- Christine Ebersole as Dottie Wheeler
- Matt Jones as Douglas Wheeler
- Maribeth Monroe as Christina Wheeler
- Shola Adewusi as Auntie Olu
- Barry Shabaka Henley as Uncle Tunde
Supporting cast
- Travis Wolfe Jr. as Dele
- Vernee Watson as Gloria
- Bayo Akinfemi as Goodwin
- Tony Okungbowa as Kofo
Guest cast
- Raymond Ma as Wati
- Kristin Eggers as Principal Herman
- Tangie Ambrose as Mrs. Lester
- Missi Pyle as Liz
- Scott Michael Morgan as Henry
- Mark Berry as Richard
- Van Epperson as Mr. Hemmings
- Tiffany Yvonne Cox as Angela
- Roman Arabia as Pablo
- Travis Coles as Justin
- Wendie Malick as Jen
- Marilu Henner as Trish
Episodes
This series spans 5 seasons with 95 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 20 | September 23, 2019 | April 13, 2020 |
| Season 2 | 18 | November 16, 2020 | May 17, 2021 |
| Season 3 | 22 | September 20, 2021 | May 23, 2022 |
| Season 4 | 22 | September 19, 2022 | May 22, 2023 |
| Season 5 | 13 | February 12, 2024 | May 6, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Pilot An American man falls in love with his Nigerian nurse. |
September 23, 2019 |
| 2 |
Nigerians Don't Do Useless Things While Bob waits for Abishola to make the next move, her Auntie Olu and Uncle Tunde make it hard for her by stalking him. |
September 30, 2019 |
| 3 |
A Bird May Love A Fish Bob attempts to learn more about Nigerian customs while Abishola has to contend with gossip spreading about her relationship with Bob. |
October 7, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
On a Dead Guy's Bench Bob enlists Tunde’s help to buy an engagement ring, but his plans to propose to Abishola are upended by her belief that a traditional marriage is more trouble than it’s worth. |
November 16, 2020 |
| 2 |
Paris is for Lovers, Not Mothers Kemi leans on Abishola after an argument with Chukwuemeka, disrupting her and Bob’s engagement celebration. Also, Dottie gives Douglas a new job at MaxDot, |
November 23, 2020 |
| 3 |
Straight Outta Lagos Bob is excited to show off Abishola at his industry awards gala, but ruins the evening when he doesn't let her speak for herself. Also, Douglas tries fitting in with Goodwin and Kofo as one of the blue-collar guys on the warehouse floor. |
November 30, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Welcome to Lagos After Bob and Abishola land in Lagos, they rush to rescue Dele from his dad's place. Auntie Olu and Uncle Tunde explore their old stomping grounds and realize things have changed since their last visit to Nigeria. |
September 20, 2021 |
| 2 |
Bowango With a traditional Nigerian wedding approaching, the Wheelers are formally introduced to Abishola's family; Bob tries to demonstrate his serious intentions of marrying Abishola; Abishola tries to keep the peace between her mother and Auntie Olu. |
September 27, 2021 |
| 3 |
Dud After returning home from their wedding in Nigeria, Abishola moves into Bob's house, and with his blessing, she redecorates to make the place her own. |
October 4, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Touched by a Holy Hand Abishola and Kemi hatch a plan to keep Ebun and the new pastor’s flirtation from growing; Bob is thrown for a loop when Goodwin leaves MaxDot for a better job at Christina’s company. |
September 19, 2022 |
| 2 |
Bibles to Brothels Bob reconsiders his future at MaxDot and seeks advice from an unexpected source, while Abishola questions Bob’s erratic behavior. |
September 26, 2022 |
| 3 |
Americans and Their Dreams After Bob takes a step back from his busy work life, he decides to buy a boat to enjoy during his free time. Also, a newspaper reporter comes to MaxDot to interview Goodwin. |
October 3, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Dead Eyes of a Respectful Son When Abishola finds out Dele cancelled his plans to go to Harvard behind her back, Bob steps in to keep her from going ballistic. |
February 12, 2024 |
| 2 |
Kill the Cat After Tunde gets into a car accident, Bob and Abishola cajole him into getting glasses but worry that his issues are more than just his eyesight. |
February 19, 2024 |
| 3 |
The Devil's Hot Tub Abishola and Kemi's friendship is pushed to the edge when Kemi wants to disregard Nigerian tradition and have a Las Vegas wedding. Also, Bob and the Wheelers have to avert a strike at MaxDot before it sinks the family business. |
February 26, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | CBS |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 23, 2019 |
| Last aired | May 6, 2024 |
| Runtime | 22 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Monday at 20:30:00 |