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8 Simple Rules (originally known as 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter) is an American sitcom television series, originally starring John Ritter and Katey Sagal. It debuted on ABC on September 17, 2002, and concluded on April 15, 2005. Ritter's character in the series was not replaced following his death on September 11, 2003. After entering a hiatus, the series continued without Ritter, incorporating the death of his character. James Garner and David Spade joined the cast afterward. ABC cancelled the series on May 17, 2005 after three seasons due to low ratings.
The show's idea came from the book "8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter: And other tips from a beleaguered father (not that any of them work)" by W. Bruce Cameron
The rules are:
The third season (after Ritter's death) took a creative turn, revolving more around cousin C.J. (David Spade), and grandfather Jim (James Garner), than the immediate Hennessy family, more specifically not revolving around the raising of the Hennessy girls. After the novelty of newly added ensemble characters wore off, the series returned to its original format.
8 Simple Rules S1 E1 Pilot
8 Simple Rules S1 E6 Cheerleader
8 Simple Rules S3 E18 Freaky Friday
8 Simple Rules S2 E4 Goodbye 1
8 Simple Rules S3 E8 Secrets
8 Simple Rules S1 E3 Bridget's First Job
8 Simple Rules - Funniest Moments
8 Simple Rules S2 E13 Opposites Attract 1
8 Simple Rules - Season 1 Bloopers / Gag Reel
8 Simple Rules S1 E13 Rory's Got a Girlfriend
Best of 8 Simple Rules (All Seasons)
8 Simple Rules S3 E2 Changes