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Too Close for Comfort S5E5 — Devereaux & Son
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Too Close for Comfort•Season 5•Episode 5

Devereaux & Son

6.6/10 · 28 votesMar 2, 198530 min

Ranked #14 of 21 in Season 5•−0.2 vs season avg

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The Rushes' friend Paul pretends to be a member of their family to impress his long-lost son.

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Episode Summary

"Devereaux & Son" is episode 5 of Too Close for Comfort season 5. It scored 6.6/10 from 28 votes, ranking #14 of 21 episodes this season (season average 6.8). It aired on March 2, 1985.

Next: E6 · And Baby Makes TwoBest of Season 5