JIM IS ROMANTICALLY CHALLENGED BY HIS BROTHER-IN-LAW, ON ABC'S "ACCORDING TO JIM"

"The Tale of the Tape, Parts 1 and 2" - Jim worries that Cheryl's romantic expectations will increase when his new brother-in-law, Ryan (Mitch Rouse), showers Dana with flowers and gifts. But then Jim learns that a special blues tape Cheryl supposedly made for him when they were dating -- and that made him fall in love with her -- was actually made for her by an old boyfriend, on "According to Jim," TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 (8:00-9:00 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 are Mitch Rouse as Ryan, Charlie Hartsock as Charlie, Tony Braunagel as Tony and David Pasquesi as Dave.

"The Tale of the Tape, Parts 1 & 2" are written by John D. Beck and John Hart. The episodes are directed by Jim Belushi.

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

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