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The Middle S1E20 — TV or Not TV
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The Middle•Season 1•Episode 20

TV or Not TV

7.6/10 · 651 votesApr 14, 201020 min

Ranked #17 of 24 in Season 1•matches the season avg

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After failing to pay the electric bill on time, the electric company shuts off the Heck's power. This leads Frankie and Mike to cut down on their unnecessary expenses, including their cable TV. The kids take up other activities to fill the void, but Frankie

Directed byLee Shallat Chemel
Written byVijal Patel
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Patricia Heaton

Patricia Heaton

Frankie Heck

Neil Flynn

Neil Flynn

Mike Heck

Charlie McDermott

Charlie McDermott

Axl Heck

Eden Sher

Eden Sher

Sue Heck

Atticus Shaffer

Atticus Shaffer

Brick Heck

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Lee Shallat Chemel

Lee Shallat Chemel

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Vijal Patel

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Alex Reid

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Episode Summary

"TV or Not TV" is episode 20 of The Middle season 1. It scored 7.6/10 from 651 votes, ranking #17 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.6). Directed by Lee Shallat Chemel and written by Vijal Patel, it aired on April 14, 2010.

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