The Single Guy

The Single Guy (1995-1997)

EndedScripted showComedy

The Single Guy features struggling New York City writer Jonathan Eliot, and follows several of his close friends Also includes Eliot's best friend Sam Sloan, Sam's wife Trudy and doorman Manny throughout its entire run.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 20:30 (30 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Single Guy premiere?

The Single Guy premiered on September 21, 1995.

Who created The Single Guy?

The Single Guy was created by Brad Hall.

Who played the lead role in The Single Guy?

Jonathan Silverman played the lead role of Jonathan Eliot in The Single Guy.

Who played Jonathan's best friend in The Single Guy?

Joey Slotnick played the role of Jonathan's best friend, Sam Sloan, in The Single Guy.

What was the name of Jonathan's girlfriend in The Single Guy?

Jessica, played by Ming-Na Wen, was Jonathan's girlfriend in The Single Guy.

Who played Carly, a waitress and Jonathan's love interest in The Single Guy?

Joey Lauren Adams played the role of Carly, a waitress and Jonathan's love interest, in The Single Guy.

What was the name of the diner where Jonathan and Sam hung out in The Single Guy?

The diner where Jonathan and Sam hung out was called The Oyster Bar in The Single Guy.

What was the name of the fashion magazine where Jonathan worked in The Single Guy?

Jonathan worked at the magazine called People Now in The Single Guy.

Who guest-starred as a doctor in the episode "Neighbors" in The Single Guy?

Brooke Shields guest-starred as a doctor in the episode "Neighbors" in The Single Guy.

What was the name of the model who Jonathan had to write an article about in The Single Guy?

Amber Kingsley, played by Rebecca Cross, was the name of the model who Jonathan had to write an article about in The Single Guy.

Who played Jonathan's boss, Russell, in The Single Guy?

Mark Moses played the role of Jonathan's boss, Russell, in The Single Guy.

What was the name of the country music singer who Jonathan meets in The Single Guy?

The country music singer who Jonathan meets in The Single Guy was named Lena Luvitz.

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