Taxi: Season 1
The first season of Taxi was broadcast on the American network ABC, premiering on September 12, 1978 and concluding on May 15, 1979. The series is classified as a comedy‑drama sitcom set in New York City and centers on a group of taxi drivers and their dispatcher. Louie De Palma, described as a cantankerous and acerbic dispatcher, works from a confined office he refers to as his “cage.” His role is to keep order amon
Season overview
The first season of Taxi was broadcast on the American network ABC, premiering on September 12, 1978 and concluding on May 15, 1979. The series is classified as a comedy‑drama sitcom set in New York City and centers on a group of taxi drivers and their dispatcher. Louie De Palma, described as a cantankerous and acerbic dispatcher, works from a confined office he refers to as his “cage.” His role is to keep order among the diverse and unconventional drivers who operate under his supervision. While De Palma frequently bullies and insults the drivers, the ensemble gradually develops a close bond, supporting one another despite the challenges of their work. The show’s tone blends humorous
Episode Guide
Season 1 Progress Shield
Like Father, Like Daughter
Sep 12, 1978 · 24 min
The cabbies volunteer to drive Alex to Miami to meet the daughter he hasn't seen in 15 years.
One-Punch Banta
Sep 19, 1978 · 24 min
Tony is ecstatic when a lucky punch of his brings a boxing champion to his knees.
Blind Date
Sep 26, 1978 · 24 min
Alex finds himself inexplicably attracted to an overweight and abrasive blind date.
Bobby's Acting Career
Oct 5, 1978 · 24 min
Bobby looks for an acting job before his self-imposed deadline arrives.
Come as You Aren't
Oct 10, 1978 · 24 min
Elaine invites Alex to her party for art dealers for moral support, but asks him to lie about his occupation.
The Great Line
Oct 17, 1978 · 24 min
John conquers his meekness long enough to pick up a girl in a bar--and marry her.
High School Reunion
Oct 24, 1978 · 24 min
When Louie hesitates to attend his high-school reunion, Bobby offers to take his place.
Money Troubles
Nov 14, 1978 · 24 min
John and his new bride are in financial straits, and only Alex has the resources to come to the rescue.
Men are Such Beasts
Nov 21, 1978 · 24 min
Tony cannot escape the clutches of a possessive girlfriend.
Memories of Cab 804 (1)
Nov 28, 1978 · 24 min
After John smashes up Cab 804, the cabbies reminisce about their experiences in the car.
Memories of Cab 804 (2)
Dec 5, 1978 · 24 min
As Latka repairs Cab 804, the cabbies reminisce about the odd passengers it carried.
A Full House for Christmas
Dec 12, 1978 · 24 min
A visit from Louie's prodigal brother sours the dispatcher's Christmas spirit.
Sugar Mama
Jan 16, 1979 · 24 min
After a ride in Alex's cab, a widow decides to rent him out as her chauffeur.
Friends
Jan 30, 1979 · 24 min
Tony mourns the death of his goldfish, which he left in Bobby's care.
Louie Sees the Light
Feb 6, 1979 · 24 min
Louie vows to change his ways if the Lord sees him through an operation.
Elaine and the Lame Duck
Feb 13, 1979 · 24 min
Elaine dates a congressman who badly needs self-confidence.
Bobby's Big Break
Feb 15, 1979 · 24 min
Bobby leaves the cab company after landing a role in a soap opera.
Mama Gravas
Feb 27, 1979 · 24 min
Latka's visiting mother finds Alex's company more appealing than her son's.
Alex Tastes Death and Finds a Nice Restaurant
Mar 6, 1979 · 24 min
After being grazed by a mugger's bullet, Alex decides to give up his cab.
Hollywood Calling
May 8, 1979 · 24 min
The cabbies are wined and dined by a film company looking for ideas for a movie they are making about taxi drivers.
Substitute Father
May 15, 1979 · 24 min
The cabbies become surrogate fathers when they baby-sit Elaine's son, and get to cheer him on at the district spelling bee.