Ratings monster that defined 2000s multi-cam economics.
Why it matters
Episode guide
262 episodes across 12 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
A hedonistic jingle writer shares a Malibu house with his uptight brother and nephew. Joke-engine sitcom that became a behind-the-scenes saga.
Network & studio
- CBS — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 2000s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Ratings monster that defined 2000s multi-cam economics.
Creators
Chuck Lorre · Lee Aronsohn
Key cast
- Charlie Sheen as Charlie Harper
- Jon Cryer as Alan Harper
- Angus T. Jones as Jake Harper
- Holland Taylor as Evelyn Harper
- Conchata Ferrell as Berta
- Ashton Kutcher as Walden Schmidt
Flash facts
- One of CBS's biggest comedy hits of the decade.
- Sheen's 2011 exit was a global news event.
- Cryer's Alan became the long-haul constant.
FAQ
What network aired Two and a Half Men?
Two and a Half Men is associated with CBS (2003–2015).
Why is Two and a Half Men in the TV Flash top 100 for the 2000s?
Ratings monster that defined 2000s multi-cam economics.
Who are the key names behind Two and a Half Men?
Creators and principals include Chuck Lorre, Lee Aronsohn.
Official & further reading
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