GRACIE'S STATUS AS A SPELLING BEE CHAMPION DISRUPTS THE HOUSEHOLD, ON ABC'S "ACCORDING TO JIM"

Larry Joe Campbell Makes His Directorial Debut in This Episode

"Spelling Bee" - Jim's pride in Gracie's new-found spelling-bee aptitude quickly turns to dismay when he has to drive her to tournaments all over the state, on "According to Jim," TUESDAY, MARCH 22 (9:00-9:30 p.m., ET), on the ABC Television Network.

"According to Jim" stars Jim Belushi as Jim, Courtney Thorne-Smith as Cheryl, Kimberly Williams-Paisley as Dana, Larry Joe Campbell as Andy, Taylor Atelian as Ruby, Billi Bruno as Gracie and Conner Rayburn as Kyle.

Guest-starring is Henriette Mantel as waitress

"Spelling Bee" is written by Christopher J. Nowak and directed by Larry Joe Campbell.

"According to Jim" is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC's selected HDTV format, with 5.1-channel surround sound.

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