Second Chances

Second Chances (1993-1994)

EndedScripted showDrama

Friendships and deceits in a sleepy California town, where aspiring judge Dianne Benedict's life was complicated by the murder of her husband and the return of her childhood sweetheart, an ex-con. This ensemble serial drama from Lynn Marie Latham and Bernard Lechowick, creators of the Emmy-winning 'Homefront', was canceled after its set was destroyed in an earthquake. Pepe Serna and Jennifer Lopez reprised their Second Chances roles in 1994's short-lived 'Hotel Malibu'.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 22:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Justifiable Jealousy
Season 1Episode 1060 min

Justifiable Jealousy

Emily May Howell's brother, dr. Ruben L. May, is found dead by Kate who suspects Judge Stinson to have murdered him. Mike wants to have lunch with Dianne, but Pete is more lucky and Mike is very jealous.
févr. 10, 1994

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10Justifiable Jealousyfévr. 10, 1994
S01E09Miss Friendly Santa Ritajanv. 27, 1994
S01E08Down Looks Like Upjanv. 20, 1994
S01E07If the Truth Be Toldjanv. 13, 1994
S01E06Swimming Through Mudjanv. 6, 1994
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Second Chances premiere?

Second Chances premiered on September 26, 1993.

Who is the lead character in Second Chances?

The lead character in Second Chances is Nicky

What is the relationship between Nicky and his father?

Nicky and his father have a complicated relationship.

Who plays Nicky's father in Second Chances?

Hal Linden plays Nicky's father in Second Chances.

What is the name of the company that Nicky and his father run in Second Chances?

The company that Nicky and his father run is called "Preston - York".

Who created Second Chances?

Second Chances was created by Paul Stupin and Jeffrey Stepakoff.

Which network aired Second Chances?

Second Chances was aired on CBS.

How many episodes of Second Chances were produced?

13 episodes of Second Chances were produced.

Was Second Chances well-received by critics?

The reception for Second Chances was mixed.

What is the genre of Second Chances?

Second Chances is a drama series.

What is the main setting for Second Chances?

Second Chances is set in Los Angeles.

Does Nicky have any siblings in Second Chances?

Yes, Nicky has a younger sister named Joely.

Who plays Joely in Second Chances?

Megan Gallivan plays Joely in Second Chances.

Is Nicky happily married in Second Chances?

No, Nicky is not happily married in Second Chances.

Cast

Ray Wise

Ray Wise

plays Judge Jim Stinson
Megan Follows

Megan Follows

plays Kate Benedict
Matt Salinger

Matt Salinger

plays Mike Chulack
Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez

plays Melinda Lopez
Connie Sellecca

Connie Sellecca

plays Dianne Benedict
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Characters

Judge Jim Stinson

Judge Jim Stinson

played by Ray Wise
Kate Benedict

Kate Benedict

played by Megan Follows
Mike Chulack

Mike Chulack

played by Matt Salinger
Melinda Lopez

Melinda Lopez

played by Jennifer Lopez
Dianne Benedict

Dianne Benedict

played by Connie Sellecca
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