Episode guide
8 Simple Rules: Season 2
22 episodes · premiered Sep 23, 2003
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- Episode 1: Premiere Sep 23, 2003 · 22m Bridget finds her popularity waning because of her exclusive, long distance relationship with Donny, while Kerry's social status skyrockets because of her relationship with Kyle. But…
- Episode 2: Sex Ed Sep 30, 2003 · 22m Bridget is horrified when Cate is asked to fill in as the sex ed instructor in her daughter's class. But Cate is in for a shock when she tries to answer a student's written question about…
- Episode 3: Donny Goes AWOL Oct 7, 2003 · 22m Donny's parents ask Bridget to be a part of a video message they are sending Donny. They are shocked to discover that Bridget has broken up with their son on the tape. Donny goes AWOL to…
- Episode 4: Goodbye Nov 4, 2003 · 43m Cate receives a phone call that Paul had collapsed and died in the grocery store. Later that evening, Cate's parents arrive to help them through their grief.
- Episode 5: No Right Way Nov 11, 2003 · 22m Cate is unprepared for the diverse reactions exhibited by Bridget and Kerry on their first day back to school since their father's death. Meanwhile, Jim tries his best to be helpful by…
- Episode 6: What Dad Would Want Nov 18, 2003 · 22m Cate persuades Rory to try out for basketball because that would've made his dad proud.
- Episode 7: The First Thanksgiving Nov 25, 2003 · 22m While Cate plans to raise the family spirits with a special Thanksgiving dinner, Rory takes it upon himself to be the man of the house by looking after Bridget and Kerry.
- Episode 8: The Story of Anne Frank and Skeevy Dec 23, 2003 · 22m After Cate encourages Bridget to participate in extracurricular activities to beef up her college resume, Bridget shocks the family by landing the lead in the high school production of the…
- Episode 9: YMCA Jan 6, 2004 · 22m Cate orders Kerry, Rory, and Jim join the YMCA where Bridget works.
- Episode 10: Get Real Jan 13, 2004 · 22m The Hennessy household and Jim are thrown for a loop when Cate's wayward nephew C.J. stops by to pay his respects to Paul and generally keep them company.
- Episode 11: Consequences Jan 27, 2004 · 22m Rory steals a police dog when he hears about CJ's glory days of stealing his old school mascot, but Cate is shocked when the dog finds marijuana in Kerry's backpack. Meanwhile, Bridget…
- Episode 12: Opposites Attract (1) Feb 10, 2004 · 22m In need of a tutor to boost her grades, Bridget hires Jeremy, hoping to make her chance of getting into a good college better. Meanwhile, Kyle treats Kerry to an very un-corporate…
- Episode 13: Opposites Attract (2) Feb 17, 2004 · 22m Bridget decides to make a move on her tutor but discovers that he may have his sights set on her debate team opponent. Meanwhile, after accidentally setting fire to C.J.'s van, Jim is…
- Episode 14: Opposites Attract: Night of the Locust (3) Feb 24, 2004 · 22m After being told that she's fickle when it comes to relationships, Bridget is afraid that she may end up hurting Jeremy's feelings when her ex-boyfriend returns to town. Meanwhile, Kerry…
- Episode 15: Daddy's Girl Mar 2, 2004 · 22m On the advice of the family therapist, Cate is encouraged to pursue her dream of becoming a singer. Meanwhile, C.J. and Jim find themselves trying to bond in a bar when Cate encourages…
- Episode 16: Mall in the Family Mar 16, 2004 · 22m After Kerry is promoted to assistant manager at a fast food restaurant in the mall, Jim is hired to handle the register. Meanwhile C.J., who has been employed as a mall cop, busts Bridget…
- Episode 17: Let's Keep Going (1) Mar 30, 2004 · 22m Cate sends Bridget and Kerry to their grandmother's house for a visit after the Hennessys decide against vacationing at the family cabin. But while on their road trip to grandma's, the…
- Episode 18: Let's Keep Going (2) Apr 6, 2004 · 22m Upon discovering Cate in the arms of Artie, Bridget and Kerry decide to blow off their planned trip to their grandmother's and take to the open road to sort out their feelings. Meanwhile…
- Episode 19: C.J.'s Party Apr 20, 2004 · 22m Cate banishes C.J. and grounds Bridget for going to C.J.'s college keg party. Jim has to take a written drivers exam after being pulled over with an expired license.
- Episode 20: Mother's Day May 4, 2004 · 22m After witnessing some strange behavior from Bridget and Kerry, Cate tries to find out what they are up to. Meanwhile, C.J. and Rory doubt Jim's ability to put an engine back together after…
- Episode 21: The Principal May 11, 2004 · 22m When Bridget is busted over a school dress code violation, Cate is called upon to meet with her new principal. But Cate is in for a shock when she discovers that she went to high school…
- Episode 22: Final Parts Un & Deux May 18, 2004 · 44m Kerry gets in the art program in Europe in the summer, but Cate forgot to submit her medical records in time. Together they appeal to principal Gibb. C.J. falls for Missy's big sister…