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The Help

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  • 2004-2004
  • 1 Season
  • The WB Television Network
  • Comedy
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Maria was on her way to becoming a beautician when her mother's illness forced the 22-year-old to come home to care for her. Maria's mom has since moved on to a better place. Maria has moved on as well--to be the maid for the insanely wealthy Ridgeway dynasty. As one of many servants who dote on the demented dysfunctional family, Maria juggles extremely important tasks like dusting their many unread books, vacuuming their priceless rugs, and picking up after their prized poodle Pookie. But the biggest surprise isn't just the class struggle between upstairs and downstairs; there's also an all-out war among The Help.

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Camille Guaty
Maria - Maid
Al Santos
Ollie, the Chauffeur
Brenda Strong
Arlene Ridgeway, the Rich Lady

Season 1 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Pilot

Fri, Mar 5, 2004

When Mrs. Ridgeway announces there's money missing, the staff scrambles to replace it.

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