Eight is Enough season 1 intro

The regular opening for the first season of the 1977-81 series. In syndication, this version is sometimes replaced by the second season opening, for the episodes in which Diana Hyland (Joan Bradford) does not appear.

[philipmcdonald]

I smile when I see this intro. Even though life was crazy at that time. Shows like this just put a smile on your face and gave you hope.

[scottmiller]

The greatest family t v show of the last 50 years. What a wonderful time this was 1977 to 1981 people were like this family in many ways and it was great and a happy time

[chrisvincent]

Such a great show! A big happy family growing up in the suburbs during the 1970s is something I can really relate to!

[joejoewest]

Happy 40th Anniversary, Eight Is Enough. After 40 years, the show is still filling our lives with love.

[nearvulcan]

Not only did the world lose a great actor but also a wonderful human being.  RIP Mr. Van Patten.

[Jellybeantiger]

This theme is so wholesome 70's, sadly we are all nutcases now.

[shamrock]

Sadly Dick Van Patten has passed away. He died June 23, 2015 from complications of diabetes. He was 86. RIP Tom Bradford. You had me as a fan and plenty others who would watch you on Wednesday nights.

[yanksfan]

Such a great show I looked forward to it every week. It reminds me of when life was simpler and enjoyable.

[jaredjlinden]

Diana Hyland, who played the mother, became ill in the middle of the first season, and missed half the episodes during that shortened season. Joan was said to be away for the remainder of the season. Hyland died after production for the first season finished, and Joan's death was mentioned in the second season premiere. Hyland was involved with John Travolta at the time of her death.

[pamelahill]

That music brings back so many fond memories...:)

[geoffdb]

Oh yes! I remember that theme some. As a Generation X'er I remember School House Rock, MTV's Real World NY & Spring Brake, Robin Williams in Mork & Mindy and this delightful series...Eight is Enough...Cheers!

[christhorton]

RIP Diana Hyland. So sad that she died so quickly.

[Juliaflo]

You said it. Not only was Miss Hyland beautiful, she was also talented.

[Del-Canada]

I used to love this show. Man I wish I could relive the seventies and eighties.

[tonlo]

I would love to return to this time, cheesy as it may seem. Even though there were not any cell phones, home computers or even microwaves in most homes it was a more relaxed time. Now with all the technology & conveniences we are all more tired, always on the run, not time for family etc. I'm not that old but I miss this time.

[Juliaflo]

Actually, this coming September will mark eight years since Miss O'Grady passed away.

Oh, yes, she was the sister of Don Grady of My Three family name was Agrati.

[WT]

The amazing Diana Hyland left us too soon .

[wlhardy]

Never saw this show but was aware of it. Diana Hyland was engaged to John Travolta, who was 18 years younger (they met on a made-for-TV-movie "The Boy in the Plastic Bubble" in 1975), he was already a big star with "Welcome Back Kotter, " then he did "Saturday Night Fever" and became a superstar. Diana had been struggling with breast cancer while John was filming SNF & he had a hard time getting through it although you can't tell by his magnificent performance. She died in early 1977 & John was devastated. They probably would have married if she had lived.

[SamsarahMorgan]

Rest in peace, Dick Van Patten! I loved this show!

[blueuable]

I miss this show from the 1980s it time to start playing the reruns.