TV series
Sitcom following a successful African-American couple, George and Louise “Weezyö Jefferson as they “move on up” from working-class Queens to a ritzy Manhattan apartment. A spin-off of All in the Family.
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Checked Sep 1, 2026
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Sitcom following a successful African-American couple, George and Louise “Weezyö Jefferson as they “move on up” from working-class Queens to a ritzy Manhattan apartment. A spin-off of All in the Family.
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Episode 1
The Jeffersons have moved on up and are now enjoying living in their new high-rise apartment. Louise has made a new friend in Diane Stockwell, who is having a hard time believing that George made his way up the ladder without doing anything shady. However, bigger problems are brewing when George insists that Louise hire a maid but Louise is totally against the idea.
Directed by Jack SheaWritten by Michael RossGuest stars Paulene Myers
Episode 2
The Willis' give Louise and George a piece of primitive African art, as a housewarming gift, which leads to the discussion of family roots. This leads George to discover his family roots, from an African tribe believed to be kings.
Directed by Jack Shea
Episode 3
Louise is having a hard time getting use to her new wealthy lifestyle and the boredom that comes along with it. She begins trying to talk George into letting her work in the store in the building but he is totally against it. This leads her to inadvertently get a job with another cleaning business and George hits the ceiling when he learns the news. That is until he begins thinking of using her position for sabotage.
Directed by Jack SheaGuest stars Milton Selzer
Episode 4
Lionel's new wealthy lifestyle begins to have an effect on him and a carefree attitude begins to be seen by his family. He stays out all night every night and cuts class. This leads to him debating on whether or not to drop out of college.
Directed by Jack SheaWritten by John BaskinGuest stars Ronnell Bright
Episode 5
George refuses to participate in a tenants meeting until he learns the Mr. Whittendale will be there. George has hopes of doing business with the man. Meanwhile, George's want for a grand piano becomes a burden during the meeting.
Directed by Jack SheaWritten by Don Nicholl, Lloyd Turner, Gordon MitchellGuest stars Marla Gibbs, Ivor Francis, Rozelle Gayle
Episode 6
An old friend of George's, Monk Davis, drops in after learning of George's new found success. However, Monk has more on his mind than just a friendly visit.
Directed by Jack SheaWritten by Whitey Mitchell, Erik TarloffGuest stars Moses Gunn
Episode 7
Louise is expecting a visit from her Uncle Ward, a man who happens to be a butler. His job is what makes George and Lionel put him down, calling him an "Uncle Tom." Meanwhile, a fight at school prompts Lionel to get kicked out.
Directed by Jack SheaWritten by Jim CarlsonGuest stars Ned Wertimer, Albert Reed
Episode 8
George learns of Mother Jefferson's intentions of marriage and is totally against the idea, thinking her fiancee is after his money.
Directed by Jack SheaGuest stars Alvin Childress
Episode 9
Wanting publicity for his stores, George tries to get in on a reporter's series of stories on successful black businessmen. However, once he finally gets the reporter to make an appearance he finds it difficult to hold his attention, with the Willis' and Mr. Bentley hanging around.
Directed by Jack SheaGuest stars Marla Gibbs
Episode 10
With the doctor's diagnosis that George has an ulcer, Louise tries to do everything to not allow George to become upset. This task proves difficult with Harry, Tom and Helen dropping in.
Directed by Jack Shea
Episode 11
George comes home one evening with news an important potential client is coming over for dinner. However, Louise has news too. Some old friends of the Jeffersons are coming over, friends whom George is afraid will embarrass him in front of his pompous client.
Directed by Jack SheaGuest stars Ernie Lee Banks, Santiago Gonzalez
Episode 12
Louise becomes concerned when she sees Lionel beginning to act more and more like his father. Things come to a head, when Lionel tries to get Jenny a seat on a campaign committee by using bribery. Meanwhile, Tom and Helen are at odds when they each back opposing candidates.
Directed by Jack Shea
Episode 13
Jenny's globe-trotting brother surprises his family with a visit home. While Tom and Helen, debate on the reason for Allan staying away so long, Jenny is anything but happy about his visit and her reason has nothing to do with him staying away for so long.
Directed by Jack SheaGuest stars Danny Wells
Episode information updated Sep 19, 2026
Isabel SanfordLouise Jefferson
Sherman HemsleyGeorge Jefferson
Roxie RokerHelen Woodroow Willis
Franklin CoverThomas "Tom" Willis
Zara CullyOlivia "Mamma" Jefferson
Damon EvansLionel Jefferson
Jay HammerAllan Willis
Paul BenedictHarry Bentley
CBSUnited States
