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The Mary Tyler Moore Show S7E2 — Mary the Writer
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The Mary Tyler Moore Show•Season 7•Episode 2

Mary the Writer

7.7/10 · 181 votesOct 2, 197630 min

Ranked #15 of 24 in Season 7•−0.3 vs season avg

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Mary decides to take a creative writing course, and is less than delighted with the criticism Lou levels at her efforts.

Directed byJames Burrows
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Episode Summary

"Mary the Writer" is episode 2 of The Mary Tyler Moore Show season 7. It scored 7.7/10 from 181 votes, ranking #15 of 24 episodes this season (season average 8.0). Directed by James Burrows, it aired on October 2, 1976.

Next: E3 · Sue Ann's SisterBest of Season 7