8 Simple Rules

8 Simple Rules

Created by Tracy Gamble

On ABC

2002–20053 seasons74 episodes6.8 / 10

A warm, family-centered sitcom that balances parental anxiety with teenage coming-of-age through humor and genuine affection.

Paul and Cate are raising their three children -- Bridget, Kerry and Rory -- which is no easy task. Oldest daughter Bridget is traversing the dating scene. Kerry is cute and smart, but she has a hard time getting in touch with her true feelings because of her lack of self-confidence. The youngest of the three children, and only boy, Rory is beginning to discover one of life's greatest mysteries -- girls.

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