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Eight Is Enough S5E12 — David's Rib
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Eight Is Enough•Season 5•Episode 12

David's Rib

6.0/10 · 32 votesJan 28, 1981

Ranked #20 of 22 in Season 5•−0.8 vs season avg

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Joannie involves David in the renovation of an old opera house. However, Janet is the legal counsel for the developer who wants to build low-income housing on the site. Nicholas gets a horse from Joe Simons and Abby help him find a

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Episode Summary

"David's Rib" is episode 12 of Eight Is Enough season 5. It scored 6.0/10 from 32 votes, ranking #20 of 22 episodes this season (season average 6.8). It aired on January 28, 1981.

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