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Becker S5E7 — Papa Does Preach
7.6
Becker•Season 5•Episode 7

Papa Does Preach

7.6/10 · 120 votesNov 24, 200223 min

Ranked #4 of 22 in Season 5•+0.2 vs season avg

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Jim Reynolds is a soft-spoken, likable man whom John is treating for high cholesterol. But Jim's condition is worsening because he isn't taking his medication. The reason: One of his three alter egos, the evil Jerry, keeps hiding the pills. So John goes straight to

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Episode Summary

"Papa Does Preach" is episode 7 of Becker season 5. It scored 7.6/10 from 120 votes, ranking #4 of 22 episodes this season (season average 7.4). It aired on November 24, 2002.

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