Lopez vs Lopez

Lopez vs Lopez is an American sitcom television series created by George Lopez, Mayan Lopez and Debby Wolfe that premiered on NBC on November 4, 2022. Wolfe also serves as showrunner and is executive producer. It stars Lopez and his daughter Mayan as fictionalized versions of themselves along with Matt Shively, Brice Gonzalez, Al Madrigal, and Selenis Leyva in supporting roles. In May 2023, the series was renewed for a second season which premiered on April 2, 2024. In May 2024, the series was renewed for a third season which is set to premiere on October 18, 2024.

Premise
George Lopez, the owner of a moving company that went bankrupt is forced to move into his daughter Mayan’s house. The problem is that Mayan and George have just started speaking after being estranged for most of her teenage years. Now they seek to heal their relationship and learn more about each other. Meanwhile, Quinten, Mayan’s boyfriend, and Mayan and Quinten’s son, Chance, are adjusting to George living with them, and Rosie, Mayan’s mom and George’s ex-wife, also drops by, usually to either see Mayan, or throw shade.

Main cast

 * George Lopez as George
 * Mayan Lopez as Mayan, George's daughter
 * Matt Shively as Quinten Van Bryan, Mayan's live-in boyfriend
 * Brice Gonzalez as Chance Lopez-Van Bryan, George's grandson and Mayan's and Quinten's son
 * Selenis Leyva as Rosie Flores, George's ex-wife
 * Al Madrigal as Oscar Rivera, an employee of George's who is frequently stoned and friend
 * Noel the Rescue Dog as Churro, the chihuahua family Dog

Recurring cast

 * Laci Mosley as Brookie, Mayan's co-worker at the vet's office
 * Aparna Nancherla as Dr. Pocha, a veterinarian and Mayan's boss
 * Caroline Rhea as Jana, a pushy rich lady at Mayan's vet
 * Moises Chavez as Raul, George's Employee and friend
 * Liz Torres as Daisy, Rosie's sister
 * Cheech Marin as Carlos, Rosie's curandero
 * Stephen Tobolowsky as Sam Van Bryan, Quinten’s father
 * Momo Rodriguez as Momo, George’s Employee and friend
 * Jaime Camil as Josué Consuelos, a personal injury attorney and Rosie's boyfriend

Guest stars

 * Jerry Garcia as Mando
 * Adam Kulbersh as Jerry
 * Maria Canals-Barrera as Lily Rodriguez, Rosie's sister
 * Ana Rey as Flor, Rosie's sister
 * Nathan Miranda as Robbie
 * Constance Marie as Connie
 * Luis Armand Garcia as Louie
 * Valente Rodriguez as Val
 * Belita Moreno as Bella
 * Rita Moreno as Dolores Lopez, George's Grandma
 * Michelle Ortiz as Mrs. Garcia
 * Neil Flynn as Steve, June's Father
 * Eden Sher as June, Steve's Daughter
 * Kensie Mills as Paloma, June's Daughter and Steve's granddaughter
 * Sophia Magaña as Young Mayan
 * Jacob Vargas as Javier, Rosie’s client
 * Harvey Guillen as Miguel, Mayan's Cousin
 * Jessica Marie Garcia as Yesika, Mayan's Cousin
 * Chelsea Rendon as Luna, Mayan's Cousin
 * Gregg Sulkin as Dr. Bell
 * Justina Machado as Beatrice "Bunny" Perez, Rosie's Friend
 * Lidia Porto as Gina
 * Erik Griffin as Don Patino, Mayan’s Ex-Godfather
 * Marilyn Milian as Judge Justicia
 * Jesus Zapien as Mr. Reyes
 * Julie Wittner as Jenny, a client
 * Danny Trejo as Danny Martinez, George’s Rival
 * Melissa Fumero as Natalia, a Latina single mom
 * Snoop Dogg as Calvin, George's new sponsor
 * Gabriel Iglesias as Iggy, George's sponsor
 * Vanessa Gonzalez as Gladys, a Latina Waitress
 * Diana Maria Riva as Olga, a swap meet vendor
 * Alexandra Madison as Kylie
 * Jon Bouffard as Ryan
 * Tommy Chong as Bryan, Oscar’s new friend
 * Marshawn Lynch as Marshawn, a sideline reporter
 * Jim Plunkett as Himself
 * Pedro Lopez as Walter
 * Scheana Shay as Erica
 * Brock Davies as Justin
 * Lisa Rinna as Lisa Perry, George’s client
 * Jackie Guerrido as Valencia Santo Domingo
 * Michael Irby as Father Ramirez
 * Tisha Campbell as Dr. Glenda Brenda, Mayan’s therapist

Development
The series is created by George Lopez, his daughter Mayan Lopez, and Debby Wolfe, the latter of whom serves as showrunner. The other executive producers are Bruce Helford, George Lopez, Michael Rotenberg, and Katie Newman. Mayan Lopez is also a producer in the writers' room. On June 14, 2021, the series received a put pilot commitment by NBC. On October 22, 2021, the series was given a pilot order. On April 20, 2022, it was announced that Kelly Park would direct the pilot. On May 11, 2022, the series had been given a series order. On December 2, 2022, NBC ordered nine additional episodes, bringing up the season to a total of 22 episodes. On May 12, 2023, NBC renewed the series for a second season. On November 17, 2023, NBC reduced the number of episodes for the second season from 13 to 10. On May 7, 2024, NBC renewed the series for a third season.

Casting
On April 6, 2022, Selenis Leyva, Brice Gonzalez and Matt Shively were cast in main roles for the pilot. Two weeks later, Laci Mosley and Kiran Deol were cast in recurring roles for the pilot.

Filming
Lopez vs Lopez was filmed at Universal Studios Hollywood in Universal City, California, but it is set in Los Angeles, California.

Release
Lopez vs Lopez premiered on November 4, 2022, on NBC. The first season is available to stream on Netflix. The second season premiered on April 2, 2024. The third season is scheduled to premiere on October 18, 2024.