Jake in Progress

Jake in Progress (2005-2006)

EndedScripted showDrama

Life moves at a non-stop pace for Jake Phillips, a New-York based publicist-to-the-stars who's the key player at Magnum PR Agency. Handsome, incredibly well-dressed, he's on call 24/7 to meet the needs of his A-list clientele. Whether it's a macho action star caught in an embarrassing clinch, an older actress trying to dump her much-younger (and even more famous) boyfriend, or two warring teen divas - Jake is there to spin the facts and control his client's image, a task that often leads him into unexpectedly funny situations. Complicating his work life even further is his boss, Naomi, a woman in a people profession who frankly can't stand people, and who often uses Jake to act as her go-between when things get too personal with the staff or the clients. The fact that Naomi is an expectant single mom in the difficult final stretch of her first pregnancy doesn't help matters. Brooke is an...

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Scheduleevery Monday at 21:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E08The Two JakesSep 30, 2006
S02E07Notting HellSep 23, 2006
S02E06The Elaine-ElaineSep 23, 2006
S02E05PB & JSep 15, 2006
S02E04The Hot OneSep 15, 2006
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Jake in Progress' premiere?

'Jake in Progress' premiered on March 13, 2005.

Who played the lead character Jake in the show?

John Stamos played the lead character Jake in the show.

What was Jake Phillips' profession in the show?

Jake Phillips was a successful New York City publicist in the show.

Who was Jake's love interest in the show?

Julie, played by Wendie Malick, was Jake's love interest in the show.

What was Jake's best friend Adrian's profession?

Adrian was a struggling actor and Jake's best friend in the show.

Who played the recurring character Naomi in the show?

Julie Bowen played the recurring character Naomi in the show.

Who played Jake's assistant, who later became his love interest?

Charlotte, played by Daniella Alonso, was Jake's assistant and later became his love interest in the show.

What was the name of the PR firm where Jake worked?

The PR firm where Jake worked was called Sterling, Huddle, Oppenheim and Craft.

Who was Jake's mentor in the show?

Jake's mentor in the show was the character Jerry, played by Ian Gomez.

What was the name of the bar owned by Jake's brother?

The bar owned by Jake's brother was called "The Spot".

Who played Jake's ex-girlfriend, who he occasionally hooked up with?

Sarah Wynter played Jake's ex-girlfriend, who he occasionally hooked up with, in the show.

Who played Jake's father in the show?

Dondre Whitfield played Jake's father in the show.

Which actor played the recurring character Marnie, Jake's ex-girlfriend and business rival?

Rena Sofer played the recurring character Marnie, Jake's ex-girlfriend and business rival.

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