TV series
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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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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
As Liz (Wendi McLendon-Covey) enthusiastically tries to make her marriage to Russell work, he tries to end their relationship.
Directed by Ted WassWritten by Mike SikowitzGuest stars Brian Hatton, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Diane Sellers
Episode 2
Worried about getting his father's approval, Russell gets Liz all dolled up to meet him. Meanwhile, Jeff is more concerned about his guys' weekend being cancelled than Audrey's feelings, and Adam has a new friend (Curtis Armstrong) to drive crazy.
Directed by Ted WassWritten by Michael A. RossGuest stars Geoff Pierson, Sarah Desage, Karl T. Wright, Curtis Armstrong, Wendi McLendon-Covey
Episode 3
Audrey’s throat surgery makes her unable to speak, much to Jeff’s delight. Meanwhile, Russell tells Timmy the only way that he will get a raise is if he does Russell’s dirty work and fires someone.
Directed by Tom HertzWritten by Tom HertzGuest stars Andrew Leeds, Brenda Koo, Agnes Albright, Jill Czarnowski, Lewis Dauber, Darlene Kardon, Jacqueline Lord
Episode 4
When the gang decides to take a trip to Vermont to check out the fall foliage, they find themselves wishing they had never left home. Meanwhile, Russell has renewed faith in his marriage to Liz.
Directed by Ted WassWritten by Mike HaukomGuest stars Judith Drake, David Wells, Penny Nickels, Elise Luthman, Wendi McLendon-Covey
Episode 5
Jeff has found a way to talk to his wife without having to physically talking to his wife through an app on his phone by telling her what ever he wants by having his voicemail go straight to her voicemail. Adam has a salesman come to his defense after his friends pick on him for some bad choice in picking his clothes.
Directed by Ted WassWritten by Tim DoyleGuest stars Todd Grinnell, Jonathan Kehoe, Wendi McLendon-Covey
Episode 6
Audrey tries to persuade Jeff to eat healthier when he is diagnosed with high cholesterol, but he can't help sneaking around with Brenda for unhealthy food. Meanwhile, Russell tries to keep up with his new college intern on the party circuit.
Directed by Tom HertzWritten by Tim DoyleGuest stars A.J. Trauth, Jen Eldridge, Lili Mirojnick, Doug Hale, David Lodge, Diane Sellers, Sara Rue
Episode 7
A battle of wills ensues when Audrey won't admit she hates an armchair that Jeff pretends to love; Russell sues Timmy for sexual harassment.
Directed by Ted WassWritten by Mike HaukomGuest stars Charity Shea, Cynthia Sophiea
Episode 8
In order to convince Audrey he is making an effort in their relationship, Jeff sends her on a romantic scavenger hunt, with mixed results. Meanwhile, Adam leads Russell to believe that Jen has a sex tape.
Directed by Mark CendrowskiWritten by Mike Haukom
Episode 9
When Audrey thinks her maid needs help getting money to fix her limp, she asks her neighbors to help contribute, only to find out she misunderstood what the maid needed the money for.
Directed by Leonard R. Garner, Jr.Written by Gloria Calderón KellettGuest stars Emily Baldoni, Jodi Harris, Roxana Ortega
Episode 10
Jeff discovers that Audrey uses sex to get what she wants, while Russell and Timmy make a commercial for their new soup spoon.
Directed by Ted WassWritten by Tom HertzGuest stars Hollie Winnard
Episode 11
Timmy is determined to reconnect with a woman he shared a romantic moment with on the subway. Meanwhile, Audrey and Jeff blame each other when they're snubbed by a couple they previously went out with.
Directed by Ted WassWritten by Vanessa McCarthyGuest stars Chasty Ballesteros, John Ducey, Christina Moore
Episode 12
Jeff is stumped when Audrey asks him to name five nice things about her. Meanwhile, Russell pushes Timmy to serenade a woman he likes; Jennifer and Adam mistakenly receive Audrey and Jeff's bank statement.
Directed by Ted WassWritten by Dan KopelmanGuest stars Jennifer K. Lee, Mackenzie Mason, Brooklyn McLinn, Ron Pearson
Episode 13
When Audrey and Jen makes plans to see a concert, Jeff makes solo plans and excludes Adam, whose feelings are hurt.
Directed by Ted WassWritten by Lance WhineryGuest stars Elizabeth Bogush, Terrell Lee
Episode 14
Audrey tries to prepare for motherhood by continuing to repair a doll that she keeps damaging. Meanwhile, Jeff questions Brenda's dating choices.
Directed by Ted WassWritten by Becky Mann, Audra SielaffGuest stars Hope Allen, Jackie Tohn, Will Deutsch, Madison Rothschild, Kiki Haynes, Aalok Mehta, Diane Sellers, Sara Rue
Episode 15
Jen volunteers to throw Audrey a baby shower, but puts the wrong date on the invitation. Meanwhile, Jeff takes a liking to Audrey's maternity clothes, and Russell accomplishes great things when he decides to give up women.
Directed by Ted WassWritten by Vanessa McCarthyGuest stars Susan Yeagley, Nakia Burrise, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Sara Rue
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Patrick WarburtonJeff Bingham
David SpadeRussell Dunbar
Megyn PriceAudrey Bingham
Bianca KajlichJennifer Morgan
Oliver HudsonAdam Rhodes
Adhir KalyanTimmy Patel
Orlando JonesBrad
Sam HarrisJackie
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