Soul Man (1997–1998)

Mike Weber is a widowed Episcopal priest who must cope with (among other things) his four children, his obstreperous parishioners in Royal Oak, Michigan, and a wet-behind-the-ears curate ... See full summary »

Creators:

Carmen Finestra, David McFadzean, Matt Williams

Stars:

Dan Aykroyd, Dakin Matthews, Kevin Sheridan

1 win & 3 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Dan Aykroyd	...	Rev. Mike Weber (25 episodes, 1997-1998)
Dakin Matthews	...	Bishop Peter Jerome (25 episodes, 1997-1998)
Kevin Sheridan	...	Kenny Weber (25 episodes, 1997-1998)
Courtney Chase	...	Meredith Weber (25 episodes, 1997-1998)
Brendon Ryan Barrett	...	Andy Weber (25 episodes, 1997-1998)
Anthony Clark	...	Rev. Todd Tucker (25 episodes, 1997-1998)
Michael Finiguerra	...	Fred Weber (22 episodes, 1997-1998)

Storyline

Mike Weber is a widowed Episcopal priest who must cope with (among other things) his four children, his obstreperous parishioners in Royal Oak, Michigan, and a wet-behind-the-ears curate who happens to be the nephew of his bishop.

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Plot Keywords:

spin off | church | family relationships | clergy | sitcom

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Taglines:

Before you get to heaven, you have to raise a little hell.

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Genres:

Comedy | Family

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

15 April 1997 (USA)

Also Known As:

Father's Day

Filming Locations:

Kaufman Astoria Studios - 3412 36th Street, Astoria, Queens, New York City, New York, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Touchstone Television, Wind Dancer Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Connections

Referenced in The Nostalgia Critic: Chairman of the Board (2010)

User Reviews

Yet another show that deserved better...

Just like "On Our Own" this was a show that made a somewhat taboo subject not so awkward. The whole concept of a preacher being portrayed as a "cool guy" was interesting and it really presented another side of Christianity than the bible thumping discriminating stereotype.

Dan Akroyd was ideal for the part and the whole deal with him being widowed and trying to raise his kids alone really gave the series a sense of realism. It's too bad that all most viewers saw was that he was a preacher and thus the show couldn't be entertaining or have a positive message.