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      8 Simple Rules (2002 - 2003)

      Season 1

      8 Simple Rules

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      The first season of 8 Simple Rules is simple indeed, but nevertheless showcases the talents of genial sitcom legend John Ritter. Read critic reviews

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      Episodes

      • 1. Pilot

        Air date: Sep 17, 2002

        When Cate goes back to work, Paul has trouble dealing with his daughters' burgeoning interest in boys.

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      • 2. Wall of Shame

        Air date: Sep 24, 2002

        Paul's plan to watch an important football game is put on hold when Bridget is accused of shoplifting.

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      • 3. Bridget's First Job

        Air date: Oct 1, 2002

        Bridget gets a job at a mall clothing store to learn fiscal responsibility, but she can't resist the employee discount.

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      • 4. Wings

        Air date: Oct 8, 2002

        Paul makes excuses to keep Bridget from taking her driver's test; when Paul encourages Kerry to enter an art competition, her submission is rejected.

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      • 5. Son-in-Law

        Air date: Oct 15, 2002

        Paul eases up on the rules when Bridget dates a boy whose father is a baseball legend (Terry Bradshaw).

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      • 6. Cheerleader

        Air date: Oct 22, 2002

        Kerry is chosen over Bridget for a spot on the cheerleading team; Paul tries to switch Rory's attention from video games to books.

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      • 7. Trick-or-Treehouse

        Air date: Oct 29, 2002

        Paul wants to relive the past with one last family camp-out in the old treehouse for Halloween, but it might turn into a nightmare.

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      • 8. By the Book

        Air date: Nov 5, 2002

        Turning to a parenting book for advice backfires on Paul when Bridget and Kerry discover it and turn it to their advantage.

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      • 9. Two Boys for Every Girl

        Air date: Nov 12, 2002

        Paul advises Bridget to tell Kyle the truth about her date with another boy; Kerry is dismayed when her dream date does not call her back.

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      • 10. Give It Up

        Air date: Nov 19, 2002

        Each of the Hennesseys gives up a bad habit for a week in a contest to determine who gets to pick the family vacation.

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