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All in the Family S8E1 — Archie Gets the Business (1)
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All in the Family•Season 8•Episode 1

Archie Gets the Business (1)

7.6/10 · 206 votesOct 2, 197725 min

Ranked #13 of 24 in Season 8•−0.2 vs season avg

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When Kelsey finally decides to sell his bar, nothing will stop Archie from getting it--even if it means forging Edith's signature against her will.

Directed byPaul Bogart
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Carroll O'Connor

Carroll O'Connor

Archie Bunker

Jean Stapleton

Jean Stapleton

Edith Bunker

Sally Struthers

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Gloria Stivic

Rob Reiner

Rob Reiner

Michael Stivic

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Paul Bogart

Paul Bogart

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Episode Summary

"Archie Gets the Business (1)" is episode 1 of All in the Family season 8. It scored 7.6/10 from 206 votes, ranking #13 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Paul Bogart, it aired on October 2, 1977.

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