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John Ritter and Katey Sagal star in this sitcom about parents trying to raise three teenagers in this three-disc set.
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John Ritter passed away after only three episodes of season 2. The series proceeded with a two part episode in which his character, Paul Hennessy, also died. The episode is very sad but is a fitting tribute to the great John Ritter. One can see the tears are real, they're not really acting; A testament to just how well loved he was by his castmates and everyone he met. Afterwards, the Hennessy's once again go about the business of making people laugh. It isn't the same without John Ritter. But, the addition of James Garner and David Spade to the regulars Katey Sagal,(Cate), Kaley Cuoco,(Bridget), Amy Davidson,(Kerry), and Martin Spanjers,(Rory), helps to fill the void. As a fan, I highly recommend season 2.
18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
8 Simple Rules is a popular Family Sitcom that begun in 2002. Season 2 Episodes are as follows:
1) Premiere
2) Sex Ed
3) Donny Goes AWOL
4) Goodbye: Part 1
5) Goodbye: Part 2
6) No Right Way
7) What Dad Would Want
8) The First Thanksgiving
9) Merry Christmas: The Story of Anne Frank & Skeevy
10) YMCA
11) Get Real
12) Consequences
13) Opposites Attract: Part 1
14) Opposites Attract: Part 2
15) Opposites Attract: Part 3 - Night of the Locust
16) Daddy's Girl
17) Mall in the Family
18) Let's Keep Going: Part 1
19) Let's Keep Going: Part 2
20) C. J.'s Party
21) Mother's Day
22) The Principal
23) Final Part Un
24) Final Part Deux
John Ritter stars in the first three episodes of Season 2. Katey Sagal sing's in episode 16 "Daddy's Girl."
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1) Premiere
2) Sex Ed
3) Donny Goes AWOL
4) Goodbye: Part 1
5) Goodbye: Part 2
6) No Right Way
7) What Dad Would Want
8) The First Thanksgiving
9) Merry Christmas: The Story of Anne Frank & Skeevy
10) YMCA
11) Get Real
12) Consequences
13) Opposites Attract: Part 1
14) Opposites Attract: Part 2
15) Opposites Attract: Part 3 - Night of the Locust
16) Daddy's Girl
17) Mall in the Family
18) Let's Keep Going: Part 1
19) Let's Keep Going: Part 2
20) C. J.'s Party
21) Mother's Day
22) The Principal
23) Final Part Un
24) Final Part Deux
John Ritter stars in the first three episodes of Season 2. Katey Sagal sing's in episode 16 "Daddy's Girl."
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
John Ritter was one heck of an actor, and his death was too premature. Rest in peace to a wonderful man, but his performances will live on forever.
The first season of "8 Simple Rules" makes it a fantastic family show, and with the second, I thought ABC would drop it because of John's death.
Much to my surprise, they incorporated John's death INTO the show, rather than just ending it. Whether they thought the show could go on, or felt it was time for a sitcom/drama to present death in a real light, I don't know. Except they did, kept a straight face, and re-tooled the show, and the excellence remains...
After a period of mourning, for which those episodes do not have a laugh track, they continued and brought in veteran actor James Garner, who proved to be an instant hit with the audience. His presence adds a new chemistry, which clearly works.
Then they added David Space, a move that surprised me, who turns out a BRILLIANT performance to a cast that already had genuine chemistry -- a show that lost John, but rebounded with James and David. It was thought out well and it showed. Plus, the show being a 'family' show presented a topic that does happen in real life. Big kudos.
This show is well-written and well-acted. By all. There is substance, depth, and wit that transcends what could have been sloppily-written, cornball comedy. It's that wit that also helps to elevate what is already a great series.
My favorite episode from this season is a tie, between "Get Real" (David Spade's introduction where he's set up as being an irresponsible oaf), and "Consequences" (the very special drug use episode). As with the season in general, those two episodes are very sharply written but stand out because they transcend "typical" sitcom moments. No easy task.
Highly recommended to all, it's a shame ABC canceled this show after its third year (by placing it before a REALLY bad show on Friday nights), but that's another story...
The first season of "8 Simple Rules" makes it a fantastic family show, and with the second, I thought ABC would drop it because of John's death.
Much to my surprise, they incorporated John's death INTO the show, rather than just ending it. Whether they thought the show could go on, or felt it was time for a sitcom/drama to present death in a real light, I don't know. Except they did, kept a straight face, and re-tooled the show, and the excellence remains...
After a period of mourning, for which those episodes do not have a laugh track, they continued and brought in veteran actor James Garner, who proved to be an instant hit with the audience. His presence adds a new chemistry, which clearly works.
Then they added David Space, a move that surprised me, who turns out a BRILLIANT performance to a cast that already had genuine chemistry -- a show that lost John, but rebounded with James and David. It was thought out well and it showed. Plus, the show being a 'family' show presented a topic that does happen in real life. Big kudos.
This show is well-written and well-acted. By all. There is substance, depth, and wit that transcends what could have been sloppily-written, cornball comedy. It's that wit that also helps to elevate what is already a great series.
My favorite episode from this season is a tie, between "Get Real" (David Spade's introduction where he's set up as being an irresponsible oaf), and "Consequences" (the very special drug use episode). As with the season in general, those two episodes are very sharply written but stand out because they transcend "typical" sitcom moments. No easy task.
Highly recommended to all, it's a shame ABC canceled this show after its third year (by placing it before a REALLY bad show on Friday nights), but that's another story...
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Good show, miss John Ritter
I enjoyed the first season of this show, but didn't have a whole lot of hope for the second season, as John Ritter had passed (RIP) and I'm not a huge fan of David Spade. Read more
Published 7 months ago by kay
Season 3, please?
Unfortunately, John Ritter died this season, but David Spade and James Garner joined the already amazing cast. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Crazy-for-TV
Hysterical.
For anyone with children, 8 simple rules is as accurate as it gets. This is how kids twist their parents, using every technique available. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Lord's worker.
Great series
While not quite as funny as the first season, it was for the most part very enjoyable. A lot of "touching" moments too. Read more
Published on March 21, 2010 by Charles W. Patty
8 Simple Rules Rvw
Product was delivered in condition it was promised and within deadline. The shipping, however, took a lot longer than anticipated. Read more
Published on December 28, 2009 by Elizabeth Mason
8 Simple Rules: The Second Season
Makes me laugh and teaches lessons in life. Missing John Ritter!!! Glad that they did have a second season, though.
Published on October 17, 2009 by Jacquelyn S. Johnson
An excellent show
8 Simple Rules is an excellent show, unfortunately this is the season where John Ritter passes away. Read more
Published on August 8, 2009 by L. Kelly
A mixed bag.
8 Simple Rules could've been a strong season if not for the untimely death of John Ritter in 2003. Ritter was the heart and backbone of this show and without him - this sitcom was... Read more
Published on July 20, 2009 by ADRIENNE MILLER
Now these 8 simple rules are Cate Hennessy's
First,I want to dedicate this item to the loving memory of the multi-talented Jonathan Southworth "John" Ritter(September 17,1948-September 11,2003). Read more
Published on June 11, 2009 by andy8047
Great show and tribute to great actor in John Ritter....
Really is a good show. After Ritter passes, David Spade saves the humor of the show and it takes a different direction than it did in Season 1 due to the light hearted humor and... Read more
Published on May 19, 2009 by A. Cruts
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