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8 Simple Rules: all seasons, episodes and where to watch

ABC comedy and family series (2002–2005), 3 seasons.

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Quick answer · Season 3

8 Simple Rules is a comedy and family series that aired on ABC, running from 2002 to 2005 with 3 seasons and 76 episodes. 8 Simple Rules has ended. Its final episode aired on April 15, 2005.

U.S. premiere: September 24, 2004
Where: ABC
Time: Varies by station
Episodes: 24
Finale: April 15, 2005

Where to watch 8 Simple Rules season 3 in the U.S.

Where to watch 8 Simple Rules season 3 in the U.S.
Where	How	When	Notes
ABC	Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable	September 24, 2004 – April 15, 2005	Original U.S. run on ABC. [1]

Season 3 episode schedule

8 Simple Rules season 3 U.S. episode schedule
Ep.	Title	U.S. date	Time	Status
1	First Day of School	Fri, Sep 24, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
2	Changes	Fri, Oct 1, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
3	School Nurse	Fri, Oct 8, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
4	Out of the Box	Fri, Oct 15, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
5	Car Trouble	Fri, Oct 22, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
6	Halloween	Fri, Oct 29, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
7	Coach	Fri, Nov 5, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
8	Secrets	Fri, Nov 12, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
9	Thanksgiving Guest	Fri, Nov 26, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
10	Vanity Unfair	Fri, Dec 3, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
11	Princetown Girl	Fri, Dec 10, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
12	A Very C.J. Christmas	Fri, Dec 17, 2004 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
13	The Sub	Fri, Jan 7, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
14	C.J.'s Temptation	Fri, Jan 7, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
15	Old Flame	Fri, Jan 14, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
16	Closure	Fri, Jan 21, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
17	Volleybrawl	Fri, Jan 28, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
18	Freaky Friday	Fri, Feb 4, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
19	Torn Between Two Lovers	Fri, Feb 11, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
20	C.J.'s Real Dad	Fri, Feb 18, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
21	The After Party	Fri, Mar 4, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
22	The Teachers Lounge	Fri, Apr 1, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
23	Sleepover	Fri, Apr 8, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
24	Ditch Day	Fri, Apr 15, 2005 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed

Dates are U.S. dates. Broadcast times are the network's national slot; your local station may differ.

About 8 Simple Rules

8 Simple Rules is a comedy and family series that aired on ABC, running from 2002 to 2005 with 3 seasons and 76 episodes. 8 Simple Rules has ended. Its final episode aired on April 15, 2005.

Season 3: Season 3 of 8 Simple Rules aired from September 24, 2004 to April 15, 2005 on ABC (24 episodes).

Network / service: ABC (first aired September 17, 2002)
Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Katey Sagal (Cate Egan Hennessy), Kaley Cuoco (Bridget Hennessy), Amy Davidson (Kerry Hennessy), Martin Spanjers (Rory Joseph Hennessy), James Garner (Jim Egan)

All seasons

Season 3

Season complete

Season 3 of 8 Simple Rules aired from September 24, 2004 to April 15, 2005 on ABC (24 episodes).

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Season 2

Season complete

Season 2 of 8 Simple Rules aired from September 23, 2003 to May 18, 2004 on ABC (24 episodes).

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Season 1

Season complete

Season 1 of 8 Simple Rules aired from September 17, 2002 to May 20, 2003 on ABC (28 episodes).

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Common questions

How many seasons of 8 Simple Rules are there?

8 Simple Rules has 3 seasons and 76 episodes listed, airing from September 17, 2002 to April 15, 2005.

Is 8 Simple Rules cancelled or ended?

8 Simple Rules has ended. Its final episode aired on April 15, 2005.

Where can I watch 8 Simple Rules?

8 Simple Rules originally aired on ABC in the U.S. Streaming rights for older seasons change over time, so check ABC's own app and the major streaming services for the current home.