Series

The Cosby Show

1984★ 7.08 seasons

The Cosby Show is an American television situation comedy starring Bill Cosby, which aired for eight seasons on NBC from September 20, 1984 until April 30, 1992. The show focuses on the Huxtable family, an upper middle-class African-American family living in Brooklyn, New York.

Cast

Featured cast

Bill CosbyHeathcliff Huxtable

Phylicia RashādClair Huxtable

Malcolm-Jamal WarnerTheo Huxtable

Tempestt BledsoeVanessa Huxtable

Keshia Knight PulliamRudy Huxtable

Sabrina Le BeaufSondra Huxtable

Episodes

1Pilot / Theo's Economic LessonClair is furious when Theo brings home a report card with 4 D's. He tells Cliff that he has no intention of going to college, as he feels that he is…22 min

2Mr. Fish (a.k.a. Goodbye, Mr. Fish)When Rudy's pet fish, Lamont, dies, Cliff tries to bring the family together for a funeral in the bathroom. The festivities end when Rudy gets bored …22 min

3Bad DreamsVanessa claims that she is old enough to watch a scary movie, but Cliff still forbids it. Vanessa sneaks out anyway, but ends up having nightmares as…22 min

4Is That My Boy?Freshman Theo tries out for the football team and makes it. Cliff is overjoyed, but his pride falters when he discovers his son will never be a star.…22 min

5A Shirt StoryTheo wants to impress a girl by wearing an expensive shirt by designer Gordon Gartrelle. Since Cliff and Clair will not pay for it, Denise offers to …22 min

6Breaking With TraditionCliff's father, Russell, pays a visit and begins questioning Cliff about the kids' college choices. He asks Denise about Hillman, his and Cliff's alm…22 min

7One More TimeWhile Clair cares for a friend's baby, she begins to consider having another. Cliff desperately tries to talk her out of it, claiming that babies are…22 min

8Play It Again, VanessaVanessa plays clarinet in the school's orchestra. Though she tries her best and practices daily, she simply cannot play the instrument. She plays an …22 min

9How Ugly Is He?Denise has a new boyfriend, David, but is reluctant to bring him home. She fears that Cliff will, like always, make fun of the boy and ruin her chanc…22 min

10Bonjour, SondraSondra, the eldest Huxtable child makes her first appearance when she visits home for Thanksgiving. She plans on going to Paris for the summer, and h…22 min

11You're Not a Mother NightClair is exhausted from constantly caring for the children. Cliff decides to take her out on the town for "You're Not a Mother Night." They go to a f…22 min

12Rudy's SickClair could be named partner at her law firm if an interview goes well-but Rudy is sick! Cliff vows to take care of her while Clair works, and engage…22 min

13Father's DayCliff complains about the poor quality of his annual Father's Day gifts. He challenges the children to find some better presents for a December Fathe…22 min

14Independence DayTheo gets his ear pierced to impress a girl, but Denise thinks it might be infected. She is correct, and Theo must go to Cliff. Cliff hopes that Gran…22 min

15Physician of the YearCliff is set to receive an important award, but a woman goes into labor right before the ceremony. Theo delivers his speech for him. Aleta Mitchell a…22 min

16Jitterbug BreakCliff tries to impress Denise's friends by teaching them how to jitterbug. Some of Clair's friends also show off their dance moves. Soon, the whole h…22 min

17Theo and the JointClair discovers a marijuana joint in one of Theo's school books. She and Cliff confront him about it, and accept his explanation—another boy slipped …22 min

18Vanessa's New ClassVanessa is placed in an advanced science class. She creates a model of the solar system, but learns that she will have to work harder than ever if sh…22 min

19Clair's CaseA sneaky mechanic tries to swindle Sondra. It's Clair to the rescue as the two battle in court. David Langston Smyrl as the man in court, Shawn Ellio…22 min

20Back to the Track, JackCliff's college track coach contacts him and asks to run in a charity event between Hillman and its rival, Norton College. Heathcliff "Combustible Hu…22 min

21The Younger WomanCliff and Clair receive a visit from an old friend—and he has a new girlfriend that is half his age. They are initially suspicious, but learn that ju…22 min

22Slumber PartyRudy invites all of her friends over for a slumber party. It's Cliff's job to watch over them, and he demonstrates some unique games to wrangle the y…22 min

23Mr. QuietCliff, Clair, and the Huxtable clan volunteer at a local community center. There, a battered boy tries to find help, and the owner—Tony Castillo—does…22 min

24Cliff's BirthdayCliff is turning 48, and as usual, he is trying to find out what his birthday present is ahead of time. Clair, with the help of the kids, orchestrate…22 min

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