Rita Rocks

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  • 2008
  • 2 Seasons
  • 6.1  (936)

Rita Rocks is a comedy series that aired on Lifetime from 2008-2009. The show follows Rita Clemens (Nicole Sullivan), a working mom and wife who starts a garage band with her neighbor and friends after realizing she has lost touch with her passions and desires. Rita's husband, Jay (Richard Ruccolo), and their two teenage children, Hallie (Natalie Dreyfuss) and Shannon (Kelly Gould), are supportive of her decision to revive her musical dreams, but often find themselves caught up in the chaos that ensues.

The show is set in a suburban town and depicts the struggles and triumphs of balancing work, family, and personal pursuits. Rita works as a mail carrier and faces many challenges at work, including a difficult boss and an overly friendly coworker, Patty (Tisha Campbell-Martin). Meanwhile, Jay works from home as a writer and struggles with creative blocks and deadlines. Hallie and Shannon navigate teenagehood and their own issues while also contributing to the band.

Rita's bandmates include her neighbor, Patty, who plays the keyboard and provides comic relief, and her friend, Owen (Ian Gomez), who plays the drums and is also a fellow mail carrier. The band faces many obstacles along the way, including a lack of musical talent, personal conflicts, and logistical challenges such as finding a place to practice and performing gigs.

Despite these challenges, the band finds success and gains a loyal following in their community. Rita's newfound passion for music helps her to rediscover herself and gain a sense of fulfillment outside of her responsibilities as a wife and mother. Along the way, the show also explores themes of friendship, family, and pursuing one's dreams.

The show has a lighthearted and comedic tone, with many humorous moments and witty dialogue. The actors all deliver strong performances, particularly Nicole Sullivan, who brings depth and authenticity to the character of Rita. The music in the show is also a highlight, featuring classic rock covers and original songs. The show's theme song, also titled "Rita Rocks," is a catchy and upbeat tune that sets the tone for the series.

Overall, Rita Rocks is a charming and relatable show that explores the challenges and joys of balancing personal aspirations with family and work responsibilities. The show's mix of humor, heart, and music make it a fun and engaging watch for viewers of all ages.

Rita Rocks is a series that is currently running and has 2 seasons (40 episodes). The series first aired on October 20, 2008.

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Seasons
Born in The USA
20. Born in The USA
December 7, 2009
The band finally lands their first regular paying gig, and Rita is determined to perform, despite being 9 months pregnant.
Should I Stay or Should I Go?
19. Should I Stay or Should I Go?
November 30, 2009
Rita and Patti submit an application for Kip to a performing-arts school without him knowing, and he manages to get an audition. Everyone is excited, except for Hallie, who is upset to learn that it is a boarding school and believes that her mom is trying to keep her and Kip apart.
The Jealous Kind
18. The Jealous Kind
November 30, 2009
Pregnant Rita's self-esteem takes a nosedive when she meets Jay's new gorgeous co-worker, Stephanie. Jay assures Rita that he only has eyes for his wife. But when Rita bumps into Stephanie at Jay's office, Stephanie innocently reveals how often Jay comes to her with problems, including his recent concerns about having a third child. Meanwile, sparks fly between Hallie and Kip when they go on a double date with Mitchell and Allison.
Jingle All the Way
17. Jingle All the Way
November 23, 2009
Rita and Patti enter a contest to write a new jingle for a chicken company. Meanwhile, Patti goes to her high-school reunion with Chuck in order to make her ex-husband jealous.
Sympathy For the Devil
16. Sympathy For the Devil
November 23, 2009
Jennifer, Rita's PTA nemesis, shows up at Bed & Bath Max complaining about being broke and her husband running off with their maid. Rita feels bad for her and helps her get a job at the store. Jennifer is somewhat useless so Rita picks up on her slack. However, Rita's frustration mounts when she finds out Jennifer has been manipulating other employees to do her work and has also volunteered to take over for Rita during her maternity leave. When Rita confronts her, Jennifer admits she is after Rita's and Mr. Abir's jobs.
Is She Really Going out with Him
15. Is She Really Going out with Him
November 16, 2009
Marilyn (guest star Swoosie Kurtz) offers to look after the girls while Rita and Jay go away for a relaxing weekend. While picking up some last minute munchies for the trip, Jay catches Marilyn holding hands and flirting with a man that isn't her husband. Meanwhile, Kip plans on saving money for college by teaching Jasper, Rita's adolescent nemesis and neighbor, how to play drums.
Shower the People
14. Shower the People
November 16, 2009
Marilyn guilt trips her way into helping Patty plan Rita's baby shower. When it comes time to make arrangements, Marilyn and Patty can't seem to agree on a single idea. In order to keep the peace, Rita secretly takes on party planning duties along with the other responsibilities she's already juggling. But the bickering continues and eventually a feed up Rita decides to cancel the baby shower all together. On the day of what would have been the baby shower, Jay invites a disappointed Rita to the boys' poker night he had planned. Rita is floored when Patty and Marilyn show up to poker night with Rita's friends in tow for a surprise baby shower.
Anchors Aweigh
13. Anchors Aweigh
November 9, 2009
Marilyn (guest star Swoosie Kurtz) offers to look after the girls while Rita and Jay go away for a relaxing weekend. While picking up some last minute munchies for the trip, Jay catches Marilyn holding hands and flirting with a man that isn't her husband. Meanwhile, Kip plans on saving money for college by teaching Jasper, Rita's adolescent nemesis and neighbor, how to play drums.
Mother and Child Reunion
12. Mother and Child Reunion
November 9, 2009
When Rita's judgemental mother announces that she is coming for a visit, she begins doing excessive house-cleaning and hiding of junk food. But when she arrives with a much more relaxed attitude, Rita assumes that something is up.
Why Can't We Be Friends?
11. Why Can't We Be Friends?
November 2, 2009
Hallie and Kip try to reconcile their friendship although they are no longer a couple. Meanwhile, Rita and Jay become friends with the parents of Shannon's classmate Brianna, but they are caught in an awkward situation when Shannon decides to end her friendship with her.
Bad Company
10. Bad Company
November 2, 2009
Rita and Patty get into a fight after an audition goes sour. Meanwhile Hallie goes to a college party without Rita's permission after being told by Patty's son to pursue higher education, which leads Rita and Patty to reconcile in order to find her.
Vogue
9. Vogue
October 26, 2009
Inspired by Hallie's burgeoning flair for fashion, Rita plans a runway fashion show fundraiser for Hallie's school. Meanwhile, Jay gets carried away as Shannon's cup-stacking coach.
Mommy's Alright, Daddy's Alright
8. Mommy's Alright, Daddy's Alright
October 27, 2009
Shannon's teacher advises Rita and Jay to enroll her in a school for gifted children. Rita tells Hallie to participate in a breast cancer walkathon to keep her mind off of being single.
Mr. Bassman
7. Mr. Bassman
October 20, 2009
Rita argues with the new neighbor Chuck because he plays loud music at all hours of the night. When Patty learns that Chuck is a bass player, she invites him to join the band, but to an unsatisfactory result.
The Shape Of Things To Come
6. The Shape Of Things To Come
October 13, 2009
When Hallie decides to move to the attic so she doesn't have to share a room with the new baby, the family throws a garage sale to help clear out their excess stuff. Jay inadvertently finds out the sex of their baby when a nurse calls to reschedule an appointment.
Stuck In The Middle With You
5. Stuck In The Middle With You
October 9, 2009
After Patty's recent run of bad dates, Rita decides to fix her up with one of Jay's buddies. When Patty tells Rita she isn't ready to settle down into a routine relationship, Rita tries to prove that her marriage is not "routine" by convincing Jay to take her to a nightclub where they "coincidentally" bump into Patty.
Welcome To The Working Week
4. Welcome To The Working Week
October 8, 2009
Rita and Patty help Owen apply for a job opening at Jay's company by giving him a head to toe makeover to build his confidence. Meanwhile, Hallie tries to get Rita to kick Kip out of the band.
Nothing's Gonna Change My World
3. Nothing's Gonna Change My World
October 7, 2009
Rita gets promoted at work but is concerned about how her boss will react to her pregnancy. Meanwhile, Shannon applies for a scholarship to space camp.
Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
2. Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
October 6, 2009
Rita gets caught in the middle of Kip and Hallie's drama when she accidentally reveals to Kip that Hallie made plans to go to a concert with her new co-worker. With Patty's son off at college, she becomes a constant fixture around the Clemens' house, much to Jay's dismay.
A Change is Gonna Come
1. A Change is Gonna Come
October 5, 2009
When Rita takes Hallie to the doctor to discuss birth-control options, she makes the shocking discovery that she is pregnant.
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  • Premiere Date
    October 20, 2008
  • IMDB Rating
    6.1  (936)
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