Liar, Liar

Liar, Liar
Season 4, Episode 20
Air date	May 8, 2000
Written by	Brenda Hampton
Directed by	Paul Snider
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"Liar, Liar" is the twentieth episode of the 4th season and the 86th episode overall of 7th Heaven. On its original airing, this episode scored 5.71 million viewers.

Synopsis

Eric and Annie are excited to be featured in their local newspaper, but the reporter's interviews with their children reveal more than they expected. Meanwhile, a co-worker spreads rumors about Matt at work, and John confronts a politician for misquoting an African American inspirational leader. Ruthie's classmate plagiarizes one of her stories for a school competition. Sandi Patty guest-stars in a cameo role.

Notes

• At the end of this episode, Sandy Patty, a famous gospel singer, appears and performs the song "I'll Fly Away" at the end of the service at Eric's church.

Trivia

• In this episode, Sam Rubin plays the role of Sam Robbins. In real life, Rubin is an Entertainment Reporter for KTLA, the WB affiliate in Los Angeles, California.
• Jo Marie Payton, who was the original actress to portray Harriet Winslow on Family Matters for eight seasons, makes a guest appearance in this episode.

Opening Credits

Featured in the opening credits are:

• Stephen Collins as Eric Camden
• Catherine Hicks as Annie Camden
• Barry Watson as Matt Camden
• David Gallagher as Simon Camden
• Jessica Biel as Mary Camden
• Beverley Mitchell as Lucy Camden
• Mackenzie Rosman as Ruthie Camden
• Chaz Lamar Shepherd as John Hamilton

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