Eight Is Enough

TV Series
1977–1981
TV-PG
1h

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6.6/10

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Sitcom Comedy Drama Family

This comedy drama focused on a family with eight very independent children.This comedy drama focused on a family with eight very independent children.This comedy drama focused on a family with eight very independent children.

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IMDb RATING

6.6/10

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Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys
- 6 wins & 9 nominations total

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Dick Van Patten

Tom Bradford

Lani O'Grady

Mary Bradford…

Connie Needham

Elizabeth Bradford…

Susan Richardson

Susan Bradford Stockwell…

Laurie Walters

Joannie Bradford…

Adam Rich

Nicholas Bradford…

Grant Goodeve

David Bradford…

Dianne Kay

Nancy Bradford…

Willie Aames

Tommy Bradford…

Betty Buckley

Abby Bradford…

Michael Thoma

Dr. Greg Maxwell…

Jennifer Darling

Donna

Brian Patrick Clarke

Merle 'The Pearl' Stockwell

Joan Prather

Janet McArthur Bradford…

Ralph Macchio

Jeremy Andretti

Micheal Goodrow

Ernie…

Virginia Vincent

Daisy Maxwell

James Karen

Elliott Randolph…

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Trivia
The death of Diana Hyland during the production of the spring 1977 episodes forced major changes on the show. She had completed only four episodes as the mother of the family and was written out of the remainder as being "away." When the series returned with new episodes that fall, Tom Bradford had become a widower, his wife having died about "a year ago."

Alternate versions
Originally, Diana Hyland was credited for appearing in ALL 9 shows from season 1. She missed half of them, due to her illness, which eventually claimed her life. In half of those shows, there were originally scenes where they explained her absence, and even voice-overs from Hyland as Joan on the phone with Tom Bradford. During the summer reruns, Lorimar aired only the shows she did not appear in. Lorimar decided to go back and reedit the shows she did not appear in, remove her credit, and all scenes featuring said phone calls and voice-overs. These are the versions of those season 1 shows that have been in use ever since.

Connections
Featured in America's Teenagers Growing Up on Television (1998)

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8/10

Memories of childhood; this one does it!

Having recently watched the series (as a 50 yrs old woman; who hasn't watched it in about 35 years); I must say, it is still as entertaining as I remember.

It's not just a light family drama; it's funny AND tackles real life issues.

One of the best parts of this show, is the phenomenal acting involved.

Nobody misses a beat. It really does have the look and FEEL of a real family. The relationship dynamics & the intamacy/affection between lovers and family members seems so easy going, light-hearted and genuine. It's remarkably refreshing to watch a program where the ACTING isn't noticeable AS an act!!

Being able to stream this for free (on both Roku TV and Tubi) is wonderful; and is something an entire family can enjoy together. With a Dad, a stepmother and 8 kids of all ages; everything is relevant 😊 I just love it!!!