Eight Is Enough (1977)

Episode Overview

Tom and Joan Bradford use a quirky phrase to remember their children's names: "Never try eating nectarines since juice may dispense," which stands for Nicholas, Tommy, Elizabeth, Nancy, Susan, Joannie, Mary, and David. Frustrated with his father, David decides to leave home, leading to a rivalry among the younger siblings over his now vacant room. This situation prompts Tom to reflect on the significance of family bonds. Meanwhile, Elizabeth faces legal trouble after being caught with drugs, forcing Tom and Joan to scramble for $1,500 to hire a lawyer. Additionally, Nicholas has undergone a tonsillectomy.