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TV series

Rules of Engagement

2007TV-147 seasons7.1 / 10

Rules of Engagement is a comedy about the different phases of male/female relationships, as seen through the eyes of a newly engaged couple, Adam and Jennifer, a long-time married pair, Jeff and Audrey, and a single guy on the prowl, Russell. As they find out, the often confusing stages of a relationship can seem like being on a roller coaster. People can describe the ride to you, but to really know what it's like you have to experience it for yourself.

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Synopsis

Rules of Engagement is a comedy about the different phases of male/female relationships, as seen through the eyes of a newly engaged couple, Adam and Jennifer, a long-time married pair, Jeff and Audrey, and a single guy on the prowl, Russell. As they find out, the often confusing stages of a relationship can seem like being on a roller coaster. People can describe the ride to you, but to really know what it's like you have to experience it for yourself.

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Episode 1

Flirting With Disaster

21m8.7 / 10

Jeff's snoring has gotten out of hands. Audrey, who isn't able to sleep anymore, decides that she and Jeff should sleep in separate bedrooms. While this could seems like a bad situation for some, other like Jeff see the good side of it. Jeff takes advantage of his new found freedom by staying up too late and living like a college student.

Episode credits

Directed by Gary HalvorsonWritten by Steve HollandGuest stars Rachel Boston

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Episode 2

Audrey's Sister

21m7.5 / 10

With Audrey's sister, Barbara, having problems in her marriage, the only thing she doesn't need is a man who would trick her to try and get her to sleep with him. But, sadly, in Audrey's life there is a man just like this. During this episode, Russel will try everything to get a one night stand with Audrey's sister.

Episode credits

Directed by Ted WassWritten by Sivert Glarum, Michael JaminGuest stars Heather Locklear

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Episode 3

Mr. Fix It

21m7.5 / 10

Jeff finds himself in trouble when he tries to fix an issue Audrey is having with one of their neighbors.

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Directed by Gary HalvorsonWritten by Tom HertzGuest stars Jennifer Alden, Jill Getto Lee

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Episode 4

Guy Code

21m8.0 / 10

Audrey gets a lesson about the 'guy code' when Jeff shares a secret about a new friend.

Episode credits

Directed by Mark CendrowskiWritten by Mike HaukomGuest stars Tim Conlon, Bess Meyer, Mircea Monroe

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Episode 5

Bag Ladies

21m8.0 / 10

Jeff suddenly feels he has nothing to talk about with the guys so he feels the only way to connect with the guys is to talk about sex. Jeff and Audrey need to come up with a different topic and leave the discussion of sex for the bedroom.

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Directed by Gail MancusoWritten by Vanessa McCarthyGuest stars Katie Walder, Tom O'Keefe, Alex Ball

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Episode 6

Old School Jeff

21m8.0 / 10

Jeff has a rare opportunity to have a night with the guys rather than go to a wedding. Will Audrey’s fear about Jeff come true?

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Directed by Gary HalvorsonWritten by Linda Videtti FigueiredoGuest stars Zach Mills, Maria McCann, Richard Augustine

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Episode 7

Engagement Party

21m4.8 / 10

Barbara returns to town with news that could have Russell very happy.

Episode credits

Directed by Mark CendrowskiWritten by Tom HertzGuest stars Jonathan Castellanos, Heather Locklear, Mim Drew, E.J. Curse, Mark Fite

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Episode 8

Fix-up & Downs

21m4.3 / 10

Audrey and Jennifer decide to do some match making and will be surprised at who is helped by it.

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Directed by Gary HalvorsonWritten by Barry WernickGuest stars Happy Mahaney

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Episode 9

A Visit from Fay

21m4.6 / 10

Can Jennifer survive the visit from Fay and how will Jeff Audrey deal with no TV?

Episode credits

Directed by Mark CendrowskiWritten by Carol LeiferGuest stars Peggy Lipton, Matthew Brenher, Kelli Kirkland

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Episode 10

Time Share

21m7.5 / 10

Jennifer and Adam decide to go on a trip with Jeff and Audrey but may have wished they had stayed home when they find out the reason they took the trip.

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Directed by Andy AckermanWritten by Tom HertzGuest stars Carla Toutz, Edward James Gage, Sean Abbott, Mike Siegel

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Episode 11

Jen at Work

21m7.5 / 10

Adam wants Russell to agree to hire Jen to design an ad campaign for one of their clients. He will not listen to Russell and Jeff when they tell him that this is not a good idea. When Audrey shares the fertility issues with Jen, she gives them a gift to help bring them luck.

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Directed by Gail MancusoWritten by Steve HollandGuest stars Marisa Petroro, Richard McGonagle, Kim Delgado

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Episode 12

Optimal Male

21m7.5 / 10

Jeff becomes obsessed to lose a few pounds so he can qualify for a better rate on his life insurance. Adam happens to see an ex-girlfriend, Jennifer becomes very jealous.

Episode credits

Directed by Ted WassWritten by Mike HaukomGuest stars Josie Davis, Teddy Sears, Valerie Azlynn, Jordan Green, Terrance Christopher Jones

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Episode 13

Russell's Father's Son

21m7.3 / 10

When Adam ends up being asked to appear in a promotional video being shot by Russell's father, he worries about hurting Russell's feelings.

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Directed by Gail MancusoWritten by Sivert Glarum, Michael JaminGuest stars Danielle Vasinova, Geoff Pierson

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Episode 14

Buyer's Remorse

21m7.5 / 10

Adam and Jennifer are looking to move and find an apartment in the same Building as Audrey and Jeff. Jeff and Audrey agree to support them to the board, only Jeff has a run in with a board member.

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Directed by Mark CendrowskiWritten by Linda Videtti FigueiredoGuest stars Jessica Tuck, Dylan Minnette, Stephanie Lemelin, Maurice Sherbanee, Vera Kopp, Gina Juliet, Artemis Pebdani, Katie Cleary

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Episode 15

Pimp My Bride

21m8.0 / 10finale

Russell tries another approach to get the girl. Will using his apartment for a photo shoot seal the deal? Also Adam and Jennifer have a wedding date picked.

Episode credits

Directed by Ted WassWritten by Barry WernickGuest stars Mini Anden, Stacy Stas Hurst, Alina Kaufman, Katie Cleary, Gary Kraus

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Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026

More about Rules of Engagement

Cast

Patrick WarburtonJeff Bingham
David SpadeRussell Dunbar
Megyn PriceAudrey Bingham
Bianca KajlichJennifer Morgan
Oliver HudsonAdam Rhodes
Adhir KalyanTimmy Patel
Orlando JonesBrad
Sam HarrisJackie

Credits

Created by
Tom Hertz
Written by
Tom Hertz, Vanessa McCarthy, Mike Sikowitz, Mike Haukom, Barry Wernick, Gloria Calderón Kellett, Linda Videtti Figueiredo, Tim Doyle, Lance Whinery, Jeffrey Richman, Steve Holland, Becky Mann, Audra Sielaff, Michael A. Ross, Dan Kopelman

Production details

Status
Canceled
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
100
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • CBSUnited States
  • Sony Pictures TelevisionUnited States
  • Game Six Productions
  • CBS StudiosUnited States
  • Happy Madison ProductionsUnited States

Themes

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