Run's House is an American reality television series that debuted on October 13, 2005. The series chronicles the family life of former Run–D.M.C. rapper and hip-hop music pioneer Joseph Simmons. Its theme song and show name are from the Run-D.M.C. album Tougher Than Leather. Filming locations were at the Simmons family home in Saddle River, New Jersey, the Simmons offices in Manhattan, New York, and the apartment shared by Vanessa and Angela Simmons in Los Angeles, California.
CreatorsSean Combs, Stan Lathan, Russell Simmons
The Graduate
Oct 12, 2005
Run decides to throw a high-school graduation party for his daughter Angela. But the two disagree on what type of party it should be.
Run's Facts of Life
Oct 19, 2005
Faced with a home full of testosterone, Justine asks her husband to give Diggy and Russell a talk on the "birds and bees."
There's No Place Like Home
Oct 27, 2005
Run wants to get rid of all the junk and clutter in the pool house, and he gets in the proverbial husband-wife argument with Justine, where he wants to get rid of stuff Justine wants to keep. Vanessa and Angela contemplate moving out to an apartment in Manhattan.
Do Your Best, Forget The Rest
Nov 3, 2005
While bowling, Russy throws a display of poor sportsmanship so Run organizes the Simmons' Family Olympics to teach Russy how to be a good sport. As the various events take place, the entire family becomes aware of how competitive they are against each other.
The Fruits of Labor
Nov 10, 2005
After overindulging, Justine decides to go on a diet. Determined to make it work, she enlists the help of a personal trainer. At the same time, JoJo is expecting his report card from summer school any day now, and his immediate future lies in the balance. Angela starts an internship at Baby Phat under the watchful eye of her inimitable Aunt, Kimora Lee Simmons.
Simmons Family Vacation
Nov 17, 2005
Vanessa gets a call to do a photo shoot in Colorado and the whole family goes with her, turning the trip into their family vacation. Together they experience adventures like fly fishing and white-water rafting. The episode ends with a family dinner in which everyone recalls the highlights of their summer.
