Fox tries something different with The Dogwood

Fox usually sticks to its own network for shows, but The Dogwood is jumping to ABC instead. This is unusual because Fox only started making comedies on its own recently. Shows like Best Medicine and Animal Control proved Fox can mix smart writing with humor. By teaming up with a different network, Fox is stepping into new territory and seeing how far it can go with this fresh idea. The show follows a single mom dealing with the messy side of parenting. Instead of the usual dad or kid lead, it focuses on a woman handling work, school runs, and the fallout of divorce. The creators don’t shy away from tough topics but keep things light and funny. That mix of real life and laughs might feel relatable to fans of shows that balance serious stuff with fun.Previous work from the creator, like Mom, showed that sitcoms can be both entertaining and meaningful. The Dogwood seems to follow that same path, proving comedy doesn’t have to ignore life’s harder moments. But putting a divorce-themed show on ABC feels like a bold choice. ABC is known for family-friendly shows, so this might seem out of place. Is Fox trying to reach new viewers or just testing something different? Either way, it’s a risky move in a competitive TV scene.