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8 Simple Rules

2002–2005 · TV Show · 30 min episodes · 3 seasons
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63/100

Averaged across 6 ratings · 29.4K votes

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53–71 out of 100

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The Hennessy clan -- mother Cate, daughters Bridget and Kerry, and son Rory -- look to one another for guidance and support after the death of Paul, the family patriarch. Cate's parents lend a hand.

Details

Created by
Tracy Gamble
Released
17 September 2002
Country
United States
Language
English
Episode length
30 min
Rated
TV-PG
Episodes
74 across 3 seasons

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