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7th Heaven

  • TV Series
  • 1996–2007
  • TV-G
  • 44m
IMDb RATING
5.3/10
28K
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Jessica Biel, Beverley Mitchell, Barry Watson, David Gallagher, Catherine Hicks, Mackenzie Rosman, and Happy in 7th Heaven (1996)
7th Heaven
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Eric Camden, a minister, and his wife Annie deal with the drama of having seven children, ranging from toddlers to adults with families of their own.Eric Camden, a minister, and his wife Annie deal with the drama of having seven children, ranging from toddlers to adults with families of their own.Eric Camden, a minister, and his wife Annie deal with the drama of having seven children, ranging from toddlers to adults with families of their own.

  • Creator
    • Brenda Hampton
  • Stars
    • Stephen Collins
    • Catherine Hicks
    • Jessica Biel
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.3/10
    28K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    1,452
    171
    • Creator
      • Brenda Hampton
    • Stars
      • Stephen Collins
      • Catherine Hicks
      • Jessica Biel
    • 293User reviews
    • 7Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 24 wins & 57 nominations total

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    7th Heaven
    It's All My Fault
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    It's All My Fault
    He Really Is Desperate
    Video 0:59
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    Stephen Collins
    Stephen Collins
    • Rev. Eric Camden
    • 1996–2007
    Catherine Hicks
    Catherine Hicks
    • Annie Camden
    • 1996–2007
    Jessica Biel
    Jessica Biel
    • Mary Camden
    • 1996–2006
    Beverley Mitchell
    Beverley Mitchell
    • Lucy Camden
    • 1996–2007
    Happy
    Happy
    • Happy
    • 1996–2007
    Mackenzie Rosman
    Mackenzie Rosman
    • Ruthie Camden
    • 1996–2007
    David Gallagher
    David Gallagher
    • Simon Camden
    • 1996–2006
    Barry Watson
    Barry Watson
    • Matt Camden
    • 1996–2006
    Lorenzo Brino
    Lorenzo Brino
    • Sam Camden…
    • 1999–2007
    Nikolas Brino
    • David Camden
    • 1999–2007
    George Stults
    George Stults
    • Kevin Kinkirk
    • 2002–2007
    Tyler Hoechlin
    Tyler Hoechlin
    • Martin Brewer
    • 2003–2007
    Adam LaVorgna
    Adam LaVorgna
    • Robbie Palmer
    • 1999–2002
    Christopher Michael
    • Sgt. Michaels…
    • 1996–2007
    Rachel Blanchard
    Rachel Blanchard
    • Roxanne Richardson
    • 2002–2004
    Ashlee Simpson
    Ashlee Simpson
    • Cecilia Smith
    • 2002–2004
    Jeremy London
    Jeremy London
    • Chandler Hampton
    • 2002–2004
    Scotty Leavenworth
    Scotty Leavenworth
    • Peter Petrowski
    • 2002–2006
    • Creator
      • Brenda Hampton
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    Athanatos

    Not Ultra-Conservative at All!

    It's disturbing to read a "Plot Outline" which categorizes the Camdens as "ultra-conservative". The Camdens embrace values that use to be seen as quintessentially liberal; they are tolerant, generous, and believe in the redeemability of almost every human being. But, apparently, we are to look at them as "ultra-conservative" because of the choices that most of them make for themselves, generally eschewing alcohol and other drugs, premarital sex, and so forth -- even as they remain in respectful communication with those who make different choices. The Camdens also are notably Christian, but the Reverend Camden leans upon -- and offers support to -- a rabbi, and his youngest daughter pals around with a Muslim girl. I don't agree with the Camdens on everything (I'm an atheist), and I find this show too often sacchrine. But, in any event, it certainly doesn't represent what I would call "ultra-conservativism"; instead, it represents that to which most Americans aspire.
    vertigo_14

    Pray for something better.

    7th Heaven is one of the pinnacles of insipid shows. I don't think it started out that way, usually emphasizing some meaningful point here and again about common issues, though mostly concerning a long line of teen and parenting issues from the very benign (teen dating) to most severe (eating disorders) in addition to other vital topics such as hate crimes. However, as the years went on, 7th Heaven fell victim to the vapid nonsense themes that plagues most of the WB's teen-based dramas.

    7th Heaven, for those who have never seen it, is basically about the Camden family. Eric, a minister, lives with his wife and what used to be only five kids--though that number has become indefinite as people move in and out and more surprise pregnancies occur to try to comepensate for boring storylines. So, basically, it's just a show dealing with various family crises that arise.

    I never thought of the show as much of a role model for young girls, who seem to be a large part of the show's audience, particularly because of the young teen cast (i.e. Barry Watson, David Gallagher, and others). And the show fails as a model for young girls because it either never did, or at one point ceased to address anything valid as far as female independence, intelligence, and the like. Especially in being that every episode eventually became to depict the daughter's as always eagerly in search of dates and nothing else. Mary, the oldest daughter, wanted to get married. Then, it was Lucy (perhaps the most vapid character of all, next to the youngest daughter. Even while at work, the female cop friend of what would soon be Lucy's husband, also a cop, would spend most of their time talking about their love lives and not much else. And though not as drastic as other television dramas such as FOX's The O.C., which seems lax on it's portrayal of rampant teen sex, nearly every female character on 7th Heaven suddenly became a stereotypical boy-toy type of character while the male characters, though also lacking any substantive value, were written to be the more interesting of the characters, nonetheless.

    As the years went on, the show became terribly less interesting as the characters had less to offer and as the writers kept trying to pull a magic rabbit out of their hat, seeking to hype what was sooned to be revealed as stupid plotlines in an effort to reinvigorate whatever it was the show once had that made it decent to begin with. It think the show has been around far too long and is running out of steam. But, I suppose to make up for that, they'll write another pregranancy into the story (to make yet another couple of annoying characters that you have pay attention to).
    sabrial02

    Please make the pain stop

    I understand the need for shows like 7th Heaven. Shows that can help kids comprehend the very complicated world that we live in. Shows that can teach as well as entertain. Shows that an entire family can watch. And while an entire family could sit down and watch this show; I have no idea why they would want to. This show is so bad on so many levels that it is hard to know where to begin. Almost all the shows problems stem from the ridiculously trite and unrealistic plotlines. Not only are some so ludicrous as to border on the bizarre, but quite a few are downright offensive. The misogynistic overtones aside, who are these people? Why does nothing make sense on this show? Since when does painting situations in black and white ever convince kids to follow the better path? Kids are smarter than that; they know it isn't that simple. And by refusing to show the other side or simply misrepresenting it will not sway any impressionable youth.

    Most people don't get engaged/married within a week/month/day of knowing each other. Everyone over the age of 6 knows that smoking is bad but that doesn't mean all smokers are bad. The same with drinking. The same with sex. Its unrealistic to portray all of the kids as virgins with all the heavy making out that gets shown. And further more its detrimental because it gives the impression that that heavy petting doesn't lead to sex with most people. Why is there never an episode that deals with these complicated problems in a realistic manner? Why does an associate pastor drive a BMW, is it really that lucrative of a job? Why do the Camdens have expensive bottled water if they're so poor? Why do the girls on this show so often need the approval of men? Why? Why? Why? This show and countless others like it merely perpetuate unrealistic notions concerning appearance, romance, and income. So really is this what you want your children watching? Something that will make them feel ugly now, lonely and depressed later because its been two days since they've had a date, and broke because for some reason their income doesn't allow them live up to a "poor" family's standards. If you want quality time with your kids, buy them some books and read with them.
    lvirden

    Spelling attempt at family oriented drama

    While many have lots of concerns about the relevancy of this series, it continues to be one of the few television series still in production which does not feel it necessary to fill the hour with murder, mayhem, violence, sex, and ridicule. This makes it a safe choice for many families who want a bit of entertainment together as a family. It is the only choice for the family on UPN, as far as I am aware.

    For a period of time, 7th Heaven was doing 'topic of the week' episodes in the after school special vein. Some people like that style; others do not. The current season has focused more on the lives of the various family members, which is something that fans of the series wanted. However, as time has gone on, at least three of the actors playing the family's children have moved on to college and film work. This leaves many of the fan based frustrated. There's basically 2 of the original 'children' left in the series, and one of them is no longer a child. The addition of the twin boys 4 years ago as babies will probably pay off next season (if another season is approved) as they will be 5, about the age of the youngest child during the first year of the series. More antics of kindergarteners - multiplied by two - are expected.

    Can 7th Heaven survive another season? I expect, due to the limited competition in this demographic, that it can. But SHOULD it survive, or should it bow out as gracefully as possible? That remains to be seen.
    EricRous

    Laughably bad, yet oddly mesmerizing

    This series has all the qualities that should go into a horrid sitcom. The acting is beneath sub-par--with kids who were clearly picked more for their "look" than their acting abilities. The writing is so syrupy and pedestrian as to make "Martha Stewart's Living" look edgy and sophisticated by comparison. And the production quality looks like that of a 5th-rate syndicated show from 1987.

    And, yet there is something oddly mesmerizing about this show. Maybe it's Aaron Spelling's knack for populating a world with such pretty people with such simple, easily solved problems. Maybe it's part of a secret desire to live in such an uncomplicated world where good guys are soapy pure and every house has a picket fence. Or maybe I just like to ogle Jessica Biel.

    But what I really think is so appealing about this show is its camp value. Like a really cheesy B-horror film, 7th Heaven is at its best when it's at it worst. The hokier the story-line, the worse the acting; the more you have to laugh at it. It's like a train-wreck that you HAVE to watch--to find out who will introduce the next groan-inducing plot point, who will utter the next over-rehearsed bit of "spontaneous" dialogue, or what guest star has sunk so low this week.

    7th Heaven is must-see TV, if for nothing else than watching desperate sup-par directors' constant cutaways to the family dog (to cover bad edits and, presumably, even worse dialogue). And the great thing is, the dog is actually a better actor than most of the kids on the show.

    So, check it out. Get some popcorn, and have a good laugh.

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    • Trivia
      Series creator Brenda Hampton discovered "Happy" the dog on another set and then decided to write her into the show. She was only 7 months old when she did the pilot.
    • Quotes

      Kevin Kinkirk: Lucy Camden, will you marry me?

      Lucy Camden: [to God] Thank you.

      [to Kevin]

      Lucy Camden: Yes, Kevin Kinkirk, I will marry you.

    • Connections
      Featured in Frontline: The Merchants of Cool (2001)

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    • Release date
      • August 26, 1996 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Join Beverley, David & Mackenzie as they revisit 7th Heaven on Catching Up with the Camdens!
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • 7th Heaven: Beginnings
    • Filming locations
      • First Christian Church of North Hollywood - 4390 Colfax Avenue, Studio City, Los Angeles, California, USA(Glen Oak Community Church)
    • Production company
      • Spelling Television
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    • Runtime
      44 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1
      • 1.33 : 1

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