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8 Simple Rules

Name: 8 Simple Rules
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2002-09-17
Cast: Katey Sagal, Kaley Cuoco, Amy Davidson, Martin Spanjers, James Garner

2002 | 3 seasons | Comedy, Drama

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It won an Emmy and it's still drawing plenty of interest, though it had middling reviews (57% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 6.8 out of 10 from audiences. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Louie, start here.
The mood: Funny with heart.
The pace: 3 seasons: a few weeks of evenings.
What might put you off: Rated TV-PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.

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.

How it earned its rating

CriticsBelow par
57% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesBelow par
6.8 out of 10
AwardsStrong
Won 1 Emmy: Primetime Emmy Awards: Cinematography for a Multi-Camera Series. Also nominated for 1 more Emmy and 2 DGA Awards. Plus 9 other awards.
Reach & staying powerSolid
Ran for 3 seasons and reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 330K people sought it out in the past year