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WKRP in Cincinnati S2E15 — Herb's Dad
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WKRP in Cincinnati•Season 2•Episode 15

Herb's Dad

7.4/10 · 174 votesJan 14, 198025 min

Ranked #21 of 24 in Season 2•−0.5 vs season avg

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Herb's father, a lifelong salesman who shares Herb's taste in clothes, runs away from the Shady Hills Rest Home and visits the station.

Directed byRod Daniel
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Episode Summary

"Herb's Dad" is episode 15 of WKRP in Cincinnati season 2. It scored 7.4/10 from 174 votes, ranking #21 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.9). Directed by Rod Daniel, it aired on January 14, 1980.

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