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8 Simple Rules S2E3 — Donny Goes AWOL
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8 Simple Rules•Season 2•Episode 3

Donny Goes AWOL

7.3/10 · 173 votesOct 7, 200322 min

Ranked #5 of 22 in Season 2•matches the season avg

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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 try and patch things up. Meanwhile, Paul is asked

Directed byRobby Benson
Written bySeth Kurland
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Episode Summary

"Donny Goes AWOL" is episode 3 of 8 Simple Rules season 2. It scored 7.3/10 from 173 votes, ranking #5 of 22 episodes this season (season average 7.3). Directed by Robby Benson and written by Seth Kurland, it aired on October 7, 2003.

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