Main cast
In Suburgatory, why does George Altman decide leave New York City for upstate New York?
Suburgatory
 Jeremy Sisto as George Altman, a single father and architect from New York City, who decides to move upstate to the suburbs wanting a better life for his daughter, Tessa.  Jane Levy as Tessa Altman, George's daughter, who is less than thrilled about her new suburban surroundings.  Carly Chaikin as Dalia Oprah Royce, a materialistic and fashion-driven girl in the popular group at school who becomes Tessa's rival. She is known to have a dry sense of humor and rarely smiles.  Allie Grant as Lisa Marie Shay, Tessa's best friend and neighbor. She is rather awkward and often very embarrassed by her family.  Cheryl Hines as Dallas Royce, Dalia's mother and George's neighbor and later girlfriend. She employs Tessa and is a mother figure to her when she needs advice.  Ana Gasteyer as Sheila Shay (recurring, episodes 1–13; starring, episode 14–present), George and Tessa's nosy neighbor who lives directly across the street. She is Fred's domineering wife and Lisa's very controlling mother.  Chris Parnell as Fred Shay (recurring, season 1; starring, season 2–present), Sheila's husband and Lisa's father. He is also Ryan's adoptive father, as it was found out at the end of Season 1 that Ryan was adopted by Sheila.  Alan Tudyk as Noah Werner (starring, season 1–2; recurring, season 3–present), George's best friend, who is a dentist. He often helps George assimilate into suburban culture, having moved out of the city some years earlier.  Rex Lee as Mr. Wolfe (starring, season 1–2; recurring, season 3–present), the school guidance counselor, who is always in a good mood. He is openly gay, after being inspired by Tessa to come out.