Episode 1
Denise: The Saga Continues
22m
Denise returns from Africa, with a new husband and stepdaughter in tow.
Episode credits
Written by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Peter Costa, Deon Richmond, Lisa Rieffel, Reno Wilson, Raven-Symoné
TV series
The Cosby Show
1984TV-PG8 seasons7.0 / 10
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.
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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.
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Episode 2
Surf's Up
22m
After recreating one of Cliff's stories, Theo and his roommates are kicked out of their apartment.
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Written by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Anthony Quinn, Spike Alexander, Keith Diamond, Carmen Finestra, Monique Reynolds, Domonique Reynolds, Everette Wilson, Ronald Wilson
Episode 3
I'm 'In' With the 'In' Crowd
22m
Vanessa and her friends get drunk playing a drinking game.
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Written by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Essence Atkins, Lisa Rieffel, Pam Potillo, Elizabeth Narvaez, Royana Black, Ensa Cosby
Episode 4
Denise Kendall: Navy Wife
22m
Denise forgets to respond to a letter from the Navy and confirm that she and Martin want housing on the naval base in Rhode Island.
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Written by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Wanakee Legardy, Charles Brown
Episode 5
Theo's Gift
22m
Theo is diagnosed with dyslexia, a learning disability which contributed to the academic problems he has had over the years.
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Directed by Jay SandrichWritten by Mark St. GermainGuest stars Michelle Thomas, Alva Chinn
Episode 6
Denise Kendall: Babysitter
23m
Denise and Olivia babysit Winnie and Nelson (Sondra and Elvin's twins).
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Written by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Monique Reynolds, Domonique Reynolds, Raynor Scheine, Chris Griggs, Clayton Griggs
Episode 7
Shall We Dance?
22m
Rudy and one of her classmates have a crush on each other, but peer pressure could ruin things.
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Directed by Jay SandrichWritten by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Deon Richmond, Elaine Stritch, Naoka Nakagawa, Tatyana Ali, Shaun Weiss, Michael A. Moran, Avanti Taylor, Gee-Jay Thomson
Episode 8
The Day the Spores Landed
22m
Cliff dreams that men worldwide have become pregnant -- including his son Theo, his sons-in-law Elvin and Martin, and himself. Voice-over by NBC News correspondent John Palmer.
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Written by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Earle Hyman, Wallace Shawn, Clarice Taylor, Lanny Flaherty, Elayne Boosler
Episode 9
Cliff's Wet Adventure
22m
Denise invites Martin's ex-wife Paula for Thanksgiving dinner. Clair continues to send Cliff to the store for last-minute groceries, despite the fact that it is a cold and rainy Thanksgiving Day.
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Directed by Jay SandrichWritten by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Deon Richmond, Earle Hyman, Victoria Rowell, Troy Winbush, Clarice Taylor, Reno Wilson, Marcella Lowery, Dennis Scott
Episode 10
Grampy and Nu-Nu Visit the Huxtables
22m
Martin's parents (Olivia's grandparents) come for a visit.
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Guest stars Nancy Wilson, Moses Gunn
Episode 11
Cliff la Dolce
22m
Cliff is in charge while Clair and Denise are out of town.
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Directed by Jay SandrichWritten by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Deon Richmond, Elaine Stritch, Michelle Thomas, Reno Wilson, Alex Ruiz, Karen Williams, Traci Wolfe
Episode 12
Getting to Know You
22m
As Christmas approaches, Cliff and Martin get to know each other better. Denise and Martin recreate their wedding ceremony, which allows Cliff to give his daughter away.
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Written by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Tracey Ross, Karen Williams, Joanna Rhinehart
Episode 13
Elvin Pays for Dinner
22m
Elvin takes two female college friends to dinner to reminisce and Sondra becomes very upset.
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Directed by Jay SandrichGuest stars Tonya Pinkins, Monique Reynolds, Domonique Reynolds, Chris Griggs, Clayton Griggs, Brenda Braxton
Episode 14
Cliff's Nightmare
22m
Guest appearance by The Muppets (Performed by Jerry Nelson, Dave Goelz, Richard Hunt, and Kevin Clash.) Voice-over by Wallace Shawn.
Episode credits
Written by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Wallace Shawn, Steve Whitmire, Carmen Finestra, Dave Goelz, Noel MacNeal, Matt Robinson, Fran Brill, Richard Hunt
Episode 15
Denise Kendall: Singles Counselor
22m
Denise causes trouble while trying to help Vanessa get a date.
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Written by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Malinda Williams, Garland Whitt, Danielle Burgio
Episode 16
The Birthday Party
22m
Olivia's 4th birthday.
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Written by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Kharisma, Jonathan Halyalkar, Markita Prescott
Episode 17
Not Everybody Loves the Blues
22m
Theo thinks about proposing to Justine. Kenny, who was "born to sing the blues," gets the chance to sing with a legendary blues singer/guitarist.
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Directed by Chuck VinsonWritten by Mark St. GermainGuest stars Deon Richmond, B.B. King, Michelle Thomas, Danielle Burgio, Robin Townsend
Episode 18
Rudy's Walk on the Wild Side
22m
Rudy steals money from Clair to buy a sweatshirt.
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Directed by Jay SandrichWritten by Ehrich Van Lowe, Lore KimbroughGuest stars Deon Richmond, Nicole Leach, Naoka Nakagawa, Gilbert Cruz
Episode 19
Mr. Sandman
22m
Rudy is forced to take tap dancing lessons for a school project. Cliff is presented with a "challenge" he cannot resist.
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Written by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Elaine Stritch, Sandman Sims
Episode 20
Isn't It Romantic?
22m
Cliff, Elvin and Martin secretly compete to determine who is the most romantic husband in the Huxtable family.
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Written by Carmen Finestra
Episode 21
Theo's Dirty Laundry
22m
Cliff and Clair discover that Theo has moved in with Justine.
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Directed by Jay SandrichWritten by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Victoria Rowell, Michelle Thomas
Episode 22
What's It All About?
22m
Clair is burned out from work and family pressures and hurries off to the woods.
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Directed by Jay SandrichWritten by Carmen FinestraGuest stars Edmund Lyndeck
Episode 23
Off to See the Wretched
22m
Vanessa and her friends sneak out of town to attend a concert in Baltimore, but encounter huge problems along the way.
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Directed by Malcolm-Jamal WarnerWritten by Mark St. GermainGuest stars Alec Mapa, Lisa Rieffel, Pam Potillo, Elizabeth Narvaez, Nicholas Sadler, Troy Rowland
Episode 24
The Moves
22m
The Huxtables' nerdy neighbor (Wallace Shawn) reinvents himself after a divorce.
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Written by Mark St. GermainGuest stars Wallace Shawn, Mercedes Ruehl
Episode 25
Live and Learn
22m
Denise wants to become a teacher . . . without finishing college.
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Guest stars Max Roach, Suzzanne Douglas
Episode 26
The Storyteller
22mfinale
"Gram Tee", Cliff's 98 year old great aunt, comes to visit the family.
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Written by Lore KimbroughGuest stars Minnie Gentry, Mavis Staples, Monique Reynolds, Domonique Reynolds, Chris Griggs, Clayton Griggs
Episode information updated Sep 16, 2026
More about The Cosby Show
Cast
Bill CosbyHeathcliff Huxtable
Phylicia RashādClair Huxtable
Malcolm-Jamal WarnerTheo Huxtable
Tempestt BledsoeVanessa Huxtable
Lisa BonetDenise Huxtable
Keshia Knight PulliamRudy Huxtable
Sabrina Le BeaufSondra Huxtable
Erika AlexanderPam TuckerCredits
- Created by
- Bill Cosby, Michael J. Leeson, Ed. Weinberger
- Written by
- Bill Cosby, John Markus, Gary Kott, Carmen Finestra, Janet Leahy, Matt Williams, Mark St. Germain, Lore Kimbrough, Elliot Shoenman, Ehrich Van Lowe, Adriana Trigiani, Jerry Ross, Elaine Arata, Michael J. Leeson, Oliver Hailey, Winifred Hervey, Thad Mumford, Lisa Albert, Ed. Weinberger, Stuart Silverman
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 197
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
NBCUnited States
Carsey-Werner CompanyUnited States- Bill Cosby
Themes
brooklyn, new york citysitcom
