Rags to Riches
Overview
Rags to Riches, airing on NBC from 1987 to 1988, blends musical elements with comedy and drama over two seasons. Set against the backdrop of the 1960s, the show follows Nick Foley, a wealthy entrepreneur who opens his heart and home to five orphaned girls. Each episode features vibrant music videos showcasing popular tracks from the era, seamlessly woven into the storyline, highlighting the characters' adventures and emotional journeys. This unique series captures the spirit of its time while exploring themes of family and love through a melodic lens.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
A prosperous businessman, eager to shed his harsh reputation, chooses to adopt several children. Ultimately, he takes in six girls, but he quickly dis...
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2
High Society
Nick pressures Rose into participating in a debutante ball, believing she's too absorbed in her newfound faith, "spatzkism." At the event, she encount...
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3
Foley vs Foley
The girls' beloved hangout spot is set to shut down due to a money-hungry developer. Nick supports their cause, urging them to stand up for their beli...
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4
First Love
Nick and Diane clash over her new boyfriend, whom Nick insists isn't suitable for her. In response, Diane pushes back by bringing up Nick's own relati...
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5
Business is Business
Title: Business is Business Plot: Marva is determined to launch her own venture, but Nick refuses to lend a hand. Undeterred, she dives into the food...
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6
Pattys Mom
Patty believes she’s located her mother and strikes a deal with Nick: she’ll pause her search if he agrees to remain on the street corner where sh...
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7
Bad Blood
Nick's brother arrives out of the blue, reopening old scars from their past. Meanwhile, Patti finds herself in hot water at school after employing Unc...
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8
Born to Ride
Diane heads out to obtain her permit. Meanwhile, Nick and the girls take center stage in a Foley Foods advertisement. Things take a turn when two con ...
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Vegas Rock
In the season two premiere, Diane foolishly donates Elvis's guitar to a celebrity auction to impress Amy Hillerman, despite not actually having it. Me...
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2
Once in a Lifeguard
Title: A Lifeguard's Summer Plot: Patti navigates the challenges of adolescence as she finds herself infatuated with a lifeguard who is significantly...
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3
That's Cheating
Mickey is determined to earn the coveted yellow beanie, so she commits to selling more than 500 boxes of Girl Scout cookies. Meanwhile, Rose resorts t...
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4
Wilderness Blues
The episode kicks off with the girls in a heated argument, which frustrates Nick to no end. In an effort to bring everyone together, he organizes a ch...
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5
Dear Diary
Title: Diary Dilemma Plot: The girls rally together to protect their beloved teacher. In the midst of this, Patty struggles with a writing task, prom...
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6
Hunk in the House
Nick's godson arrives for a visit, bringing with him some family troubles that Nick had promised to help resolve for his friend. Diane quickly becomes...
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7
Marva in the Key of Cee
Marva learns that Rose's new piano instructor is actually a former renowned singer. As they discover they share many interests, a friendship blossoms ...
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8
Beauty and the Babe
Diane chooses to participate in a beauty pageant after getting Nick's approval, along with a commitment to maintain her grades. Meanwhile, Mickey, wis...
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9
A Russian Holiday
When a Russian diplomat and his son arrive for a visit, Rose feels that the son is too uptight and needs to loosen up. Taking matters into her own han...
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10
A Very Foley Christmas
As Christmas nears, the girls learn that a new social worker has been assigned to oversee their case. When Nick's meeting with her is postponed due to...
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11
Guess Who's Coming To Slumber?
Title: Who's Joining the Sleepover? Plot: Marva campaigns for class president but resorts to deceitful tactics, making unrealistic pledges to outshin...
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12
Sweet 16
Title: Sweet 16 Plot: As the Cuban missile crisis intensifies, the girls are thrust into a state of panic with Russia's looming threat against the U....
