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Newhart S3E7 — Poor Reception
7.6
Newhart•Season 3•Episode 7

Poor Reception

7.6/10 · 105 votesNov 26, 198430 min

Ranked #8 of 22 in Season 3•matches the season avg

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After Michael is roped into hiring Stephanie as WPIV's receptionist, he can't bring himself to fire her. Meanwhile, Joanna hires Harley Estin as a temporary maid.

Directed byDick Martin
Written byE.J. Purdum
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Bob Newhart

Bob Newhart

Dick Loudon

Mary Frann

Mary Frann

Joanna Loudon

Tom Poston

Tom Poston

George Utley

Julia Duffy

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Stephanie Vanderkellen

Peter Scolari

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Episode Summary

"Poor Reception" is episode 7 of Newhart season 3. It scored 7.6/10 from 105 votes, ranking #8 of 22 episodes this season (season average 7.6). Directed by Dick Martin and written by E.J. Purdum, it aired on November 26, 1984.

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