On this show, Brian Dennehy plays David Spade's father. In Rules of Engagement (2007), another David Spade sitcom, Dennehy would later appear, but share no scenes with Spade in his guest appearance. Instead, he plays Patrick Warburton's father.
Second appearance of Brian Dennehy as Red Finch father of David Spade's character Dennis Finch and the first time Dennehy is credited for the role. His first appearance as Red was in season 2 episode 13, Pass the Salt he was uncredited in the role.