ITunes 8 won't sync some video files to iPhone 3G (2.1)

Hello,
Upgraded to iTunes 8 and iPhone 2.1 the other day. Now I'm having trouble syncing the iPhone... The problem is that iTunes won't sync all my purchased TV-eps. It WILL sync my "The Office" ep, but NOT my "Two and a half men" ep or my "Entourage" ep. What is going on?! Anyone know a solution to this?
Thanx

Jim VanLeeuwen wrote:
Select the videos that won't sync and use the iTunes Advanced menu > Create iPod or iPhone Version. iTunes will create a version for your iPhone while leaving the original in place, which you may retain or delete at your option.
Jim-
Okay, next time I promise to at least challenge you a little bit LOL!
Yes, that fixed it instantly. Many thanks!
Dave

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