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Rules of Engagement Episode Guide

Unaired Pilot

First aired: Unaired
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Andy Ackerman
Guest star: Jama Williamson (Sarah)

A piece of advice given to the recently engaged Jennifer and Chris causes an argument between Jeff and Audrey.



1 :01x01 - Pilot

First aired: Feb/05/2007
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Andy Ackerman
Guest star: Audra Blaser (Candy), Bradford N. Smith (Art show viewer), Don Perry (Henry), Gloria LeRoy (Margaret), Lauren Stamile (Karen), Smith Cho (Sarah)

Audrey and Jeff welcome the newly engaged Jennifer and Adam to an art exhibit as well as offer pieces of advice about marriage. Also, Audrey sets up Russell with one of her friends, believing that she can change his mind about married life.



2 :01x02 - The Birthday Deal

First aired: Feb/12/2007
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Andy Ackerman
Guest star: James Castle Stevens (Waiter), Sharon Brathwaite (Waitress)

Though he's unhappy that Audrey spent more than usual for his birthday party, Jeff wants to stay on her good side to ensure he gets his yearly birthday deal.



3 :01x03 - Young & the Restless

First aired: Feb/19/2007
Writer: Jon Sherman
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Maitland Ward (Dani), Candace Kroslak (Beth), Rachelle Wood (Tawney), Lauren Rose Lewis (Bonnie)

Audrey bets Jeff that he can't score a phone number from a younger woman and gives him a night without his wedding ring to try. Jeff can't take his eyes off Russell's latest hot date when they meet her at the diner, much to Audrey's dismay and embarrassment. Later, when Jeff tries to reassure her that he would never go for a younger woman, Audrey tells him that even if he wanted one, he's too old to get one, and the wager ensues. Meanwhile, Jennifer wants to get rid of their bed because Oliver bought it with an ex-girlfriend.



4 :01x04 - Game On

First aired: Feb/26/2007
Writer: Linda Videtti Figueiredo
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Tammin Sursok (Women), David Pearl (Bar Patron)

Jeff tries to make up to Audrey by inviting her to floor seats at a Knicks game. But, when it comes time to get ready she can't decide what to wear and Jeff accuses her of caring more about what she looks like than about him. Meanwhile, Adam and Jennifer argue over how their money is spent now that they are engaged and living together.



5 :01x05 - Kids

First aired: Mar/05/2007
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Cyndi Martino (Rental Agent), Richard McGonagle (Doctor), Jessica Walter (Constance)

When Russell accidentally runs into Constance, the older woman from his past, he decides he must demonstrate his physical prowess and right his previous wrong.



6 :01x06 - Hard Day's Night

First aired: Mar/12/2007
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Andrea Silvers (Ms. O'Brien (Teacher)), Colby Paul (Bully)

Jeff doesn't know how to tell Audrey that he got "excited" when Jennifer gave him a massage after helping Jennifer move her couch.



7 :01x07 - Jeff's Wooby

First aired: Mar/19/2007
Writer: Barry Wernick
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Larisa Miller (Woman), Marc Goldsmith (Party Guy), Jessica Rey (Polynesian Waitress), Maggie Lawson (Jesse)

Audrey starts to regret that she made Jeff's favorite t-shirts into a quilt when he can't get enough of it.



8 :02x01 - Flirting with Disaster

First aired: Sep/24/2007
Writer: Steve Holland
Director: Gary Halvorson
Guest star: Rachel Boston (Amy)

After Jeff's snoring keeps Audrey up all night, they decide to sleep in separate bedrooms, however, Jeff takes advantage of his new found freedom by staying up too late and living like a college student.



9 :02x02 - Audrey's Sister

First aired: Oct/01/2007
Writer: Michael Jamin, Sivert Glarum
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Heather Locklear (Barbara)

When Russell finds out that Audrey's sister, Barbara, is having problems in her marriage, he takes her out - which infuriates Audrey, who is convinced he will use a sleazy trick to try and get her sister to sleep with him.



10 :02x03 - Mr. Fix It

First aired: Oct/08/2007
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Gary Halvorson
Guest star: Jennifer Alden (Jill)

Jeff tries to help a situation Audrey has with one of their neighbors by confronting the issue head on, but soon discovers he may have done more harm that good.



11 :02x04 - Guy Code

First aired: Oct/15/2007
Writer: Mike Haukom
Director: Mark Cendrowski

Jeff asks Audrey to be silent about his friend's infidelity, telling her that it's part of the “guy code.”



12 :02x05 - Bag Ladies

First aired: Oct/22/2007
Writer: Vanessa McCarthy
Director: Gail Mancuso

Russell dates a “bag lady” and experiences the pitfalls of the relationship; Adam gives into Jennifer's wishes and gets a “man bag”; and Jeff and Audrey try to start rumors about their own sex life, but are upset when no one cares.



13 :02x06 - Old School Jeff

First aired: Oct/29/2007
Writer: Linda Videtti Figueiredo
Director: Gary Halvorson

Jeff skips a wedding to spend a night out with the guys, and Audrey worries that he'll get drunk and do something embarrassing.



14 :02x07 - Engagement Party

First aired: Nov/05/2007
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Mark Cendrowski

Heather Locklear returns as Barbara, Audrey's sister who makes a visit and announces she is getting a divorce, giving Russell an idea that he has a chance with her.



15 :02x08 - Fix Ups & Downs

First aired: Nov/12/2007
Writer: Barry Wernick
Director: Gary Halvorson

Adam and Jeff make some money playing matchmaker for Jennifer and Audrey, but the results of their hook-ups are a disaster.



16 :02x09 - A Visit from Fay

First aired: Nov/19/2007
Writer: Carol Leifer
Director: Mark Cendrowski

Jennifer's patience is worn thin when Adam's mother comes for a visit. Meanwhile, being without a TV makes Jeff and Audrey learn to entertain themselves.



17 :02x10 - Time Share

First aired: Apr/14/2008
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Andy Ackerman
Guest star: Mike Siegel (Sales Guy), Sean Abbott (Employee), Carla Toutz (Debra)

Adam and Jennifer agree to go away with Jeff and Audrey. However, the catch is that both couples must sit through a timeshare sales talk in order to get a good deal. If that wasn't bad enough, Adam and Jennifer soon learn the real reason they were invited.



18 :02x11 - Jen at Work

First aired: Apr/21/2008
Writer: Steve Holland
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Marisa Petroro (Crystal), Kim Delgado (Client), Richard McGonagle (Doctor)

Adam and Jennifer learn that living together and working together aren't the best mix when Adam hires Jennifer to freelance for his company. Meanwhile, Jeff finds that his virility has increased after Jennifer gives him and Audrey a fertility idol.



19 :02x12 - Optimal Male

First aired: Apr/28/2008
Writer: Mike Haukom
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Valerie Azlynn (Stacy), Josie Davis (Clarissa), Teddy Sears (Drake), Terrance Christopher Jones (waiter), Jordan Green (boy)

With his life insurance physical exam only a few days away, Jeff struggles to lose weight to be eligible for the "optimal male" category of fitness. Meanwhile, Jennifer is jealous after Adam bumps into an ex-girlfriend.



20 :02x13 - Russell's Father's Son

First aired: May/05/2008
Writer: Michael Jamin, Sivert Glarum
Director: Gail Mancuso

Russell's father wants Adam to appear in his companies promotional ad, but Adam is worried how Russell will react to the idea.



21 :02x14 - Buyer's Remorse

First aired: May/12/2008
Writer: Linda Videtti Figueiredo
Director: Mark Cendrowski
Guest star: Jessica Tuck (Mrs. Westlin), Dylan Minnette (Nicky), Maurice Sherbanee (Diner Owner), Richard Willgrubs (Co-Worker), Artemis Pebdani (Waitress [2]), Diane Sellers (Waitress [1]), Stephanie Nicole Lemelin (Kerry)

Adam and Jennifer decide to purchase and apartment in their building, with Jeff and Audrey agreeing to give them a recommendation to the co-op board. But Jeff makes his own impression on the board president before they get the chance to...and it's not favorable.



22 :02x15 - Pimp My Bride

First aired: May/19/2008
Writer: Barry Wernick
Director: Ted Wass

Jeff finally buys the car he has always wanted, a Camaro. Meanwhile, Adam and Jennifer have decided on a wedding date, and Russell hopes to score a date with a model by allowing Audrey to use his apartment for a photo shoot for her magazine.



23 :03x01 - Russell's Secret

First aired: Mar/02/2009
Writer: Jeffrey Richman
Director: Mark Cendrowski
Guest star: Robert Prescott Lee (Dancer), Kevin Stea (Dancer), Timo Nunez (Dancer), Jaayda McClanahan (Dancer), Shannon Beach (Dancer), Palmer Davis (Dancer), Tom Goodman (Guy), Nefetari Spencer (Saleswoman), Joe Zazzu (Man), Andi Matheny (Woman #2), Kristen O'Meara (Woman), Jordi Caballero (Mr. Austin), Bob Odenkirk (Mike)

Season 3's opener finds Audrey discovering that Russell is really a closet Broadway-musical fan, and uses this knowledge to her advantage by blackmailing him for tickets. Meanwhile, Adam and Jennifer decide to take dancing lessons.



24 :03x02 - Voluntary Commitment

First aired: Mar/09/2009
Writer: Linda Videtti Figueiredo
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Yvette Nicole Brown (Mrs. Alberts), Alex Ball (Orderly), Lou Felder (Charlie), Melody Butiu (Paramedic), Norma Michaels (Edie), Adhir Kalyan (Timmy)

Russell discovers an unexpected advantage to hiring a male assistant. Meanwhile, Audrey becomes a volunteer to become a reader for the elderly.



25 :03x03 - Jeff's New Friend

First aired: Mar/16/2009
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Orlando Jones (Brad), Michelle Pierce (Amanda)

Jeff is shocked when Audrey tells him his new friend he met at the gym is gay. Meanwhile, Russell fears the woman he is dating is really his daughter.



26 :03x04 - Dad's Visit

First aired: Mar/23/2009
Writer: Mike Sikowitz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Holly Lynch (Heather), Brian Dennehy (Roy)

Jeff's father arrives after spraining his ankle and expects Audrey to wait on him hand and foot while he recooperates. Meanwhile, Russell begins to regret a one-night stand after she won't leave his apartment.



27 :03x05 - Lyin' King

First aired: Mar/30/2009
Writer: Mike Haukom
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Jerry Rice (Himself), Helena Mattsson (Martina), Jelly Howie (Holly), Sam Harris (Jackie), Adhir Kalyan (Timmy), Orlando Jones (Brad)

Jeff and Audrey are invited to dinner with Jennifer and Adam, but tell a lie so they can attend a better bash that evening. Russell also attends the same party and manages to offend former NFL great, Jerry Rice.



28 :03x06 - Poaching Timmy

First aired: Apr/13/2009
Writer: Jeffrey Richman
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Adhir Kalyan (Timmy), Kate Micucci (Tanya), Marco Assante (Delivery Man), Ping Wu (Ming)

When Timmy gets tired of Russell's demands and Audrey gets fed up with her terrible assistant, the two work together to find a solution. Meanwhile, Jeff's supersition gets the best of him as he tries to recreate the exact conditions of the Giants' win.



29 :03x07 - Old Timer's Day

First aired: Apr/20/2009
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Orlando Jones (Brad), Marque Richardson, II (Catcher), Darin Rossi (Umpire), Diane Sellers (Doreen), Tyler Jacob Moore (Evan), Kayden Kross (Hot Girl at Softball game)

After being harrassed for falling asleep during a movie, Jeff tries to prove to Audrey that he's still young by inviting her to his softball game.



30 :03x08 - Twice

First aired: Apr/27/2009
Writer: Vanessa McCarthy
Director: Ken Whittingham
Guest star: Beth Littleford (Laura), Susan Yeagley (Tracy), Melanie Deanne Moore (Dierdre), Jake Thomas (Toby), Jasmine Waltz (Club Girl #2), Leyla Milani (Club Girl #1), Freddy Gaitan (Busboy), Diane Sellers (Doreen), Martha Boles (Woman), Gary Poux (Man)

Frustrated over the attention a pregnant co-worker is getting, Audrey pretends she too is pregnant in order to get special treatment.



31 :03x09 - The Challenge

First aired: May/04/2009
Writer: Vanessa McCarthy
Director: Gil Junger
Guest star: Stephen Jared (Cop), Jenn Liu (Lacey), Luisa Moraes (Sarah), Carrie Reichenbach (Deborah), Adhir Kalyan (Timmy)

Russell issues a competition between he guys to see who can convince their partners to engage in sex more easily.



32 :03x10 - Family Style

First aired: May/11/2009
Writer: Mike Sikowitz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Orlando Jones (Brad), Sam Harris (Jackie), Adhir Kalyan (Timmy), Perrey Reeves (Ellen), Peter James Smith (Waiter), Alex Endeshaw (EYOB), Rachel Besant (Hostess)

Jeff joins Brad and his partner Jackie on a double date and becomes annoyed when Jackie helps himself to his meal. Audrey demands that Jeff keeps quiet and not hurting Jackie's feelings. Meanwhile, Russell begins dating a psychiatrist.



33 :03x11 - May Divorce Be with You

First aired: May/13/2009
Writer: Linda Videtti Figueiredo
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Lauriane Gill (Hostess), Johnny Palermo (Rocco), Alexis Krause (Tina), Louis Mandylor (Nick), Tony Hale (Steve), Diane Sellers (Doreen)

Jeff and Audrey's friend Steve is having marital problems has been invited to stay with them, but the situation soon becomes a bit awkward when Steve becomes a bit too touchy-feely



34 :03x12 - House Money

First aired: May/18/2009
Writer: Barry Wernick
Guest star: Alex Fatovich (Melanie), Grinnell Morris (Stewart), Nakia Syvonne (Kate), Katie Savoy (Patty), Sean Smith (Sommelier), Craig Susser (Maitre D'), Kurt Long (Clerk), George Ball (Audrey's Dad (VO)), Darrin Lackey (Waiter)

Audrey convinces Jeff to go out on the town and do something exciting after making a profit from the sale of his car. After the lavish night has finished, she regrets the decision after finding out they spent much more than he made.



35 :03x13 - Sex Toy Story

First aired: May/18/2009
Writer: Steve Holland
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: John Farley (Greg), Sunny Mabrey (Erika), Christine Scott Bennett (Young Woman), Jelynn Rodriguez (Woman Shopper), Norma Michaels (Old Lady)

After Jennifer hosts a party, Jeff wonders if he and Audrey are missing out on something in their personal life.



36 :04x01 - Flirting

First aired: Mar/01/2010
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: John Pasquin
Guest star: Virgina Williams (Sasha), Amanda Baker (Meghan), Jack Martin (Terry), Mitch Baker (Mitch), Diane Sellers (Doreen), Jaime Tintor (Miles)

Jeff takes Russell's advice and flirts back with a female colleague only to discover that she is open to having an affair with him. Meanwhile, Russell sends Timmy to retrieve his phone from the apartment of a one night stand.



37 :04x02 - Snoozin' for a Bruisin'

First aired: Mar/08/2010
Writer: Barry Wernick
Director: Andy Cadiff
Guest star: Luke Diliberto (Kenny), Marsha Clark (Social Worker), Keith Pillow (Hospital Administrator), Christopher Carroll (Doctor), Skyler Stone (Frank), Lara Everly (Veronica), Ary Katz (Ryan), Kurt David Anderson (Owen)

When Jeff and Audrey switch sides of the bed, Jeff accidentally rolls over and clocks Audrey in the face, landing her in the hospital.



38 :04x03 - Atlantic City

First aired: Mar/15/2010
Writer: Lance Whinery
Director: John Pasquin
Guest star: Brandi Williams (Waitress), Greg Wrangler (Player), Matt Levin (Dealer), Jeff Clarke (Chuck)

Audrey tries to make Jeff feel guilty for not telling her that his friend's bachelor party in Atlantic City was cancelled; however, her plan backfires when Jeff discovers that Audrey is also being deceitful.



39 :04x04 - Ghost Story

First aired: Mar/22/2010
Writer: Marc Firek, Alex Barnow
Director: Andy Cadiff
Guest star: Nanzeen Contractor (Suneetha), Carla Harvey (Woman #1), Susan Grace (Old Lady), Jennifer Roa (Woman #2)

Audrey is upset when Jeff reveals to her that he doesn't believe she saw her dead grandmother's ghost. Meanwhile, Russell tries to persuade Timmy not to go through with his arranged marriage.



40 :04x05 - The Four Pillars

First aired: Mar/29/2010
Writer: Mike Sikowitz
Director: John Pasquin
Guest star: Alan Ruck (Dr. Greenblatt), Nanzeen Contractor (Suneetha), Matt Griesser (Bob)

To make Audrey happy, Jeff begrudgingly agrees to see a couple's therapist. Meanwhile, Russell develops a crush on Timmy's fiancé.



41 :04x06 - 3rd Wheel

First aired: Apr/05/2010
Writer: Vanessa McCarthy
Director: Andy Cadiff
Guest star: Wendi McLendon-Covey (Liz), Vinny Chhibber (Indian Volunteer), Robert Beuth (City Official), James Michael Connor (Man), Christina J. Chang (Waitress), Erica Hanrahan (Female Volunteer)

Unbeknownst to Jeff, Audrey lies to her homely friend Liz that she is on Jeff's list of woman he would sleep with if Audrey wasn't around.



42 :04x07 - Indian Giver

First aired: Apr/12/2010
Writer: Jeffrey Richman
Director: Andy Cadiff
Guest star: Nanzeen Contractor (Suneetha), Jay Brian Winnick (Cab Driver), Andrew Thacher (Jerry Waldman), Diane Sellers (Doreen), Danny Teeson (TV Host)

Audrey is surprised by Jeff's sudden interest in her favorite reality show until she discovers the reason. Meanwhile, to Russell's delight, Timmy has second thoughts about his impending arranged marriage.



43 :04x08 - Free Free Time

First aired: Apr/19/2010
Writer: Christopher Shiple
Director: John Pasquin
Guest star: Floyd Van Buskirk (Knight), Mark Avery (Smash gnome announcer), Alison Becker (Teresa), Mishone Feigin (Nerd), Dominic Burgess (Clerk), Ryan Bailey (Bartender), Marcus Toji (Maynard)

When Audrey's weekly girls' night out gets cancelled, Jeff seeks out time alone; however, his plans get foiled every step of the way. Meanwhile, Russell discovers that Timmy has a lot of pent up aggression toward him



44 :04x09 - The Score

First aired: Apr/26/2010
Writer: Gloria Calderon Kellett
Director: John Pasquin
Guest star: Noah Munck (Mackenzie), Rebecca Corry (Female fan), Sarah Knowlton (Pamela), Vanessa Claire Smith (Maya), Todd Sandler (Richie), Chris Ufland (Fan)

Jeff spends the evening trying to avoid learning the score of a N.Y. Rangers game after Audrey forces him to give up his tickets and go to her boss' party instead. Meanwhile, at the game, Russell is mortified when Timmy roots against the home team.



45 :04x10 - The Surrogate

First aired: May/03/2010
Writer: Jeffrey Richman, Mike Sikowitz
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Jaime Pressly (Pam Nelson), Tyler Spindel (Mail Guy)

An overly enthusiastic Audrey pushes it too far with a surrogate mother who she and Jeff are considering paying to have their baby. Meanwhile, Russell shamelessly pokes fun at Jennifer and Adam's wedding Web site.



46 :04x11 - Reunion

First aired: May/10/2010
Writer: Mike Haukom
Director: John Pasquin
Guest star: Mary K. Devault (Lisa), Laura McLauchlin (Ellen), Kevin Berntson (Bob), Dana Cuomo (Heather), Ami Dolenz (Lori), Andrew Lukich (Matt), Missy Doty (Cheryl), Maitland McConnell (Sarah)

Audrey attends her high school reunion intent on proving to her former classmates how great her life is in New York City. Meanwhile, Russell accidentally ruins Timmy's dinner party



47 :04x12 - Harassment

First aired: May/17/2010
Writer: Vanessa McCarthy
Director: Leonard R. Garner, Jr.
Guest star: Travis Schuldt (Ryan), Susan Yeagley (Tracy), Beth Littleford (Laura), Diane Sellers (Doreen), Kyle T. Heffner (H.R. guy)

Audrey has trouble with a new employee who is so far out to get her, he files a sexual harassment claim to try and get her fired. Also, Timmy is mocked about his love for cricket, and challenges Jeff to play against him.



48 :04x13 - They Do?

First aired: May/24/2010
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Diane Sellers (Doreen)

Adam and Jennifer decide to have a secret wedding after all the pressure to set a date. However, after a series of rather unfortunate events, they wonder how secret the wedding will be.



49 :05x01 - Surro-gate

First aired: Sep/20/2010
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Jaime Pressly (Pam Nelson), Wayne Lopez (Oscar)

Audrey and Jeff receive some startling news about their surrogate.



50 :05x02 - The Bank

First aired: Sep/27/2010
Writer: Mike Sikowitz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Taryn Southern (Allison)

Jeff brags to Adam about a strategy he refers to as "the bank," a list of mistakes that Audrey has made, which he uses to diffuse her anger when he messes up. Meanwhile, Russell sends a suggestive e-mail to a co-worker with whom Timmy is infatuated



51 :05x03 - Rug-of-War

First aired: Oct/04/2010
Writer: Barry Wernick
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Chacko Vadaketh (Ravi), Jim Meskimen (Mr. Wrigley)

Upset that he'll have to purchase a new rug after Audrey gives their old one to Adam and Jenn, Jeff tries to sabotage the gift by telling Adam about all the "fun" that he and Audrey had on it.



52 :05x04 - Handy Man

First aired: Oct/11/2010
Writer: Mike Haukom
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Susan Yeagley (Tracy), Beth Littleford (Laura), Diane Sellers (Doreen)

Audrey tries to be more spontaneous in the bedroom with Jeff. Meanwhile, Russell invites Timmy to join him on a business trip to distract him from his fear of flying.



53 :05x05 - Play Ball

First aired: Oct/18/2010
Writer: Vanessa McCarthy
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Taryn Southern (Allison), Greg Bond (Johnny Mo), Matthew M. Mahaney (Sully), Antonio Todd (Bob the Ump), Patrick Robert Smith (Opposing Coach), Diane Sellers (Doreen)

When Audrey realizes how miserable her job is making her, she contemplates quitting. Meanwhile, Allison tells Timmy she wants to slow things down.



54 :05x06 - Baked

First aired: Oct/25/2010
Writer: Tim Doyle
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Taryn Southern (Allison)

Audrey goes stir crazy after quitting her job and decides to start a cookie business. Meanwhile, Timmy tries to be one of the guys.



55 :05x07 - Mannequin Head Ball

First aired: Nov/01/2010
Writer: Michael A. Ross
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Taryn Southern (Allison), Mariah Bonner (Margaux), Glenn Taranto (Mr. Micelli)

When Jeff can't get out of the lease for a retail space he rented for Audrey's fleeting cookie business, he and Adam invent a new game involving the heads of mannequins. Meanwhile, Russell and Timmy go on a double date.



56 :05x08 - Les-bro

First aired: Nov/08/2010
Writer: Gloria Calderon Kellett
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Joan Collins (Bunny Dunbar), Sara Rue (Brenda), Casey Sander (Frank), Greg Bond (Johnny Mo), Antonio Todd (Bob), Matthew Michael Mahney (Sully), Rebel Wilson (Sara), Debra Azar (Kara)

Jeff and Audrey finally settle on a surrogate. Meanwhile, Russell's mother, Bunny, comes to town.



57 :05x09 - The Big Picture

First aired: Nov/15/2010
Writer: Audra Sielaff, Becky Mann
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Holmes Osborne (Larry), Odessa Rae (Gretchen), J.R. Nutt (Poet Guy)

When Russell's trust fund is cut off by his mother, he gets a taste of how life will be after moving in with Timmy. Meanwhile, Audrey helps Jeff impress his boss in order to get a raise.



58 :05x10 - Fun Run

First aired: Nov/22/2010
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Bree Turner (Heather), Ben Hermes (Gordon), Chet Grissom (Marty), Brooklyn McLinn (Dan)

Jeff struggles to figure out how to ask his co-workers to donate money for Audrey's 10K charity run after telling them that he doesn't want to participate in their fundraisers anymore. Meanwhile, Russell gets a taste of his own medicine from a recent date.



59 :05x11 - Refusing to Budget

First aired: Dec/06/2010
Writer: Mike Sikowitz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Vanessa Lengies (Julia), Elaine Hendrix (Stephanie), Dawn Olivieri (Cheyenne), Teri Reeves (Janine), Diane Sellers (Doreen), Mitzi Kapture (Gina)

Timmy convinces Russell he needs a budget when the utilities are turned off in his apartment. Meanwhile, Audrey has a mentee who wants to see her office and learn about publishing.



60 :05x12 - Little Bummer Boy

First aired: Dec/13/2010
Writer: Christopher Shiple
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Jennifer Lee (Barbara), Nikki Novak (Antler Girl), Tony Nichols (Scotty), Peter David Parasilifi (Vic), Chris Titone (Drunk Guy), Rene Ashton (Linda), Julie Brister (Evelyn), Jillian Murray (Young Woman), Brooklyn McLinn (Dan)

When Russell decides to borrow a Holiday concept of gift-giving from Adam, both Adam and his co-workers are in for surprises. Meanwhile, Audrey wants to make people laugh at Jeff's Holiday party.



61 :05x13 - The Home Stretch

First aired: Jan/03/2011
Writer: Lance Whinery
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Emily Montague (Beth), Diane Sellers (Doreen), Quinn Masterson (Quinn), Jim Devoti (Terry)

When Jeff discovers that a guy is giving Audrey home pilates classes, he wants to make a change. Meanwhile, Adam tells Jennifer specifics about his football past.



62 :05x14 - Uh-Oh It's Magic

First aired: Jan/17/2011
Writer: Vanessa McCarthy
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Criss Angel (Himself), Sara Rue (Brenda), Jonathan Morgan Heit (Leland), Audra Marie (Jessica), Enya Flack (Becky), Brian McGovern (Joe)

When Russell takes his date to a magic show, the magician makes her disappear. Meanwhile, Audrey unknowingly slips up when she tells Brenda's girlfriend about the baby.



63 :05x15 - Singing and Dancing

First aired: Feb/07/2011
Writer: Tim Doyle
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Joe Sofranko (A Cappella Singer), Ryan Powers (A Cappella Singer), Payson Lewis (A Cappella Singer), Bruce Merkle (A Cappella Singer), Ryan Alvarez (A Cappella Singer), Marco Assante (Pizza Delivery Guy), Chris Titone (Stan), Mark Saul (Barry), Tommy Snider (Tug), Wendi McLendon-Covey (Liz)

When Timmy joins an a cappella group, he wants to keep it a secret from Russell. Meanwhile, Jeff and Audrey discover they have a new annoying neighbor.



64 :05x16 - Jeff Day

First aired: Feb/24/2011
Writer: Barry Wernick
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Soledad St. Hilaire (Yoli), Mark Saul (Barry), Tommy Snider (Tug), Caitlin Chapman (Tanya (as Caitlan Chapman))

When Jeff proclaims it's 'Jeff Day', he gets his way until the cleaning lady arrives. Meanwhile, Adam has to figure out why his eye is twitching.



65 :05x17 - Zygote

First aired: Mar/03/2011
Writer: Michael A. Ross
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Cathryn de Prume (Eileen), Richard McGonagle (Dr. Sachs), Sara Rue (Brenda), Noelle Bellinghausen (Shameka (Shante)), Kalena Ranoa (Svetlana (Stasha)), Dan Kinsella (Delivery Guy), Cameron Bender (Rick), Steven Barr (P.A. Announcer (V.O.))

When Jeff and Audrey see a fertility specialist with their surrogate, they discover a zygote. Meanwhile, Russell and Timmy go on double dates again.



66 :05x18 - Anniversary Chicken

First aired: Mar/10/2011
Writer: Mike Haukom
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Moran Atias (Sophia), Jeremiah Hu (Cliff), Samantha Ressler (Waitress)

When Jeff decides to surprise Audrey by remembering their anniversary, he's the one who ends up being surprised. Meanwhile, Timmy is forced to be Russell's interpreter on a date.



67 :05x19 - The Set Up

First aired: Mar/31/2011
Writer: Gloria Calderon Kellett
Director: Leonard R. Garner, Jr.
Guest star: Larry Joe Campbell (Todd), Wendi McLendon-Covey (Liz), Melanie Kannokada (Simran), Jeny Batten (Mother), Emily Happe (Kim), Hector Atreyu Ruiz (Javier)

When Russell discovers Timmy has a sister, he aims to impress. Meanwhile, Jeff and Audrey set their neighbor Liz up on a date.



68 :05x20 - Beating The System

First aired: Apr/07/2011
Writer: Becky Mann, Audra Sielaff
Director: Victor Gonzalez
Guest star: Sara Rue (Brenda)

When Jeff and Audrey learn their surrogate is pregnant, both of their lives change. Meanwhile, Timmy takes on the responsibility of wedding planner for Adam and Jennifer.



69 :05x21 - The Jeff Photo

First aired: Apr/28/2011
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Tom Hertz
Guest star: Wendi McLendon-Covey (Liz), Ithamar Enriquez (Rudolfo), Heidi Marnhout (Woman), Alyssa Julya Smith (Dawn), Diane Sellers (Doreen)

When an old photo of Jeff appears in an art gallery, he decides it's time to make some changes in his life. Meanwhile, Russell experiences a slump with women until he sees a familiar face.



70 :05x22 - Double Down

First aired: May/05/2011
Writer: Mike Sikowitz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Ellen Hollman (Maya), John Yuan (Donald), Matt Yuan (Ronald), Richard McGonagle (Dr. Sachs), Sara Rue (Brenda), Sarah Edwards (Violet), David Walrod (Guest #1), Kirk Robinson (Guest #2), Kyra Schwartz (Guest #3)

Jeff and Audrey panic when they are told they might be having twins. Meanwhile, Russell throws a citizenship party for Timmy to impress a girl.



71 :05x23 - The Power Couple

First aired: May/12/2011
Writer: Vanessa McCarthy
Director: Gail Mancuso
Guest star: Larry Joe Campbell (Todd), Wendi McLendon-Covey (Liz), Alec Mapa (Restaurant Manager), Dale E. Turner (TV Deliveryman), Jen Lilley (Barista), Darin Toonder (Waiter)

Jeff is threatened when Audrey gets a raise and makes almost as much as he does. Meanwhile, Russell enlists Timmy to find out what Liz sees in another man.



72 :05x24 - The Last of the Red Hat Lovers

First aired: May/19/2011
Director: Tom Hertz
Guest star: Charlene Mae (Diner Patron (uncredited)), Elizabeth Ann Koshak (Diner Patron (uncredited)), Edie McClurg (Silvia), Wendi McLendon-Covey (Liz), Pat Crawford Brown (Pearl), Lisa K. Wyatt (Instructor)

Russell books a cruise that he thinks is filled with "red hot" ladies but instead it's filled with ladies from the Red Hat society. Meanwhile, Timmy tries to help Jeff and Audrey settle an argument.



73 :06x01 - Dirty Talk

First aired: Oct/20/2011
Writer: Mike Sikowitz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Wendi McLendon-Covey (Liz (Elizabeth Cornblatt)), Brian Hatton (captain), Diane Sellers (Doreen)

Russell tries to get out of his marriage to an overly enthused Liz, who tries to make it work, while Jeff attempts to engage Audrey in dirty talk.



74 :06x02 - Bros Before Nodes

First aired: Oct/27/2011
Writer: Michael A. Ross
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Wendi McLendon-Covey (Liz), Geoff Pierson (Franklin Dunbar), Curtis Armstrong (Himself), Sarah Desage (Babette), Karl T. Wright (Dr. Lam)

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 makes a new friend.



75 :06x03 - Audrey is Dumb

First aired: Nov/03/2011
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Tom Hertz
Guest star: Andrew Leeds (Lester), Jill Czarnowski (Ordinary Girl), Lew Dauber (Speaker), Darlene Kardon (Older Woman), Brenda Koo (Connie), Jacqueline Lord (Bartender), Agnes Olech (Kiki)

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.



76 :06x04 - Nature Calls

First aired: Nov/10/2011
Writer: Mike Haukom
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Wendi McLendon-Covey (Liz), Judith Drake (Enid), Penny Nickles (Scout Leader), David Wells (Henry)

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



77 :06x05 - Shy Dial

First aired: Nov/17/2011
Writer: Tim Doyle
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Wendi McLendon-Covey (Liz), Todd Grinnell (Chris), Jonathan Kehoe (Bartender)

Jeff uses an app on his phone that automatically puts his calls through to Audrey's voicemail. Meanwhile, Adam befriends a clothing salesman who helps defend him against his friends when he picks some questionable clothing choices.



78 :06x06 - Cheating

First aired: Dec/08/2011
Writer: Tim Doyle
Director: Tom Hertz
Guest star: Sara Rue (Brenda), A. J. Trauth (Topher), Jen Eldridge (Waitress), Doug Hale (Pundit #2), David Lodge (Pundit #1), Lili Mirojnick (Female Club-goer), Diane Sellers (Doreen)

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.



79 :06x07 - The Chair

First aired: Dec/15/2011
Writer: Mike Haukom
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Charity Shea (Gwen), Cynthia Sophiea (Phyllis)

Jeff and Audrey engage in a battle of wills when she refuses to admit that she hates the armchair she ordered, while Jeff pretends to love it. Meanwhile, Russell brings a sexual harassment suit against Timmy.



80 :06x08 - Scavenger Hunt

First aired: Mar/29/2012
Writer: Mike Haukom
Director: Mark Cendrowski

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.



81 :06x09 - A Big Bust

First aired: Apr/05/2012
Writer: Gloria Calderon Kellett
Director: Leonard R. Garner, Jr.
Guest star: Emily Foxler (Stephanie), Jodi Harris (Mrs. Doyle-Ross), Roxanna Ortega (Ana)

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.



82 :06x10 - After The Lovin'

First aired: Apr/12/2012
Writer: Tom Hertz
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Hollie Winnard (Amber)

Jeff discovers that Audrey uses sex to get what she wants, while Russell and Timmy make a commercial for their new soup spoon.



83 :06x11 - Missed Connections

First aired: Apr/19/2012
Writer: Christopher Shiple
Director: Tom Hertz
Guest star: Bruno Amato (Cop), Chasty Ballesteros (Grace), John Ducey (Paul), Christina Moore (Jane)

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.



84 :06x12 - The Five Things

First aired: Apr/26/2012
Writer: Dan Kopelman
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Jennifer Lee (Barbara), Mackenzie Mason (Katie), Brooklyn McLinn (Dan), Ron Pearson (Guy)

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.



85 :06x13 - Meat Wars

First aired: May/03/2012
Writer: Lance Whinery
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Elizabeth Bogush (Meredith), Terrell Lee (Bouncer)

When Audrey and Jen makes plans to see a concert, Jeff makes solo plans and excludes Adam, whose feelings are hurt.



86 :06x14 - Goodbye Dolly

First aired: May/10/2012
Writer: Becky Mann, Audra Sielaff
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Sara Rue (Brenda), Jackie Tohn (Andrea), Hope Allen (Barbara), Will Deutsch (Guy), Kiki Haynes (Receptionist), Aalok Mehta (Cab Driver), Madison Moellers (Lily), Diane Sellers (Doreen)

Audrey tries to prepare for motherhood by continuing to repair a doll that she keeps damaging. Meanwhile, Jeff questions Brenda's dating choices.



87 :06x15 - Audrey's Shower

First aired: May/17/2012
Writer: Vanessa McCarthy
Director: Ted Wass
Guest star: Sara Rue (Brenda), Wendi McLendon-Covey (Liz), Susan Yeagley (Tracy), Nakia Burrise (Saleswoman)

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.



88 :07x01 - Season 7, Episode 1

First aired: 2013