Taxi 1978
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What is Taxi?
Taxi is an American television sitcom that focuses on the lives of a group of taxi drivers and their dispatcher in New York City. The series was created by James L.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1978
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 114
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 12, 1978
- Last aired
- Jun 15, 1983
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC, NBC
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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Taxi is an American television sitcom that focuses on the lives of a group of taxi drivers and their dispatcher in New York City. The series was created by James L. Brooks, Stan Daniels, David Davis, and Ed. Weinberger. It originally aired on ABC from September 12, 1978, to May 6, 1982, and later on NBC from September 30, 1982, to June 15, 1983. The cast includes Judd Hirsch, Jeff Conaway, Danny DeVito, and Marilu Henner. The narrative centers on the staff of a taxicab company as they perform their jobs while dreaming of greater things. The dispatcher, Louie De Palma, is described as a cantankerous and acerbic figure who attempts to maintain order over the varied and strange drivers. From the safety of his cage, he bullies and insults the staff. Despite this, the drivers form a special bond, becoming friends and supporting one another through the inevitable trials and tribulations of their daily lives.
Should you watch it?
“A grumpy dispatcher oversees a quirky group of NYC taxi drivers.”
- Strong ensemble cast with distinct personalities
- Blend of humor and heart in everyday struggles
- Some episodes may feel dated
- Limited plot progression due to episodic nature
You enjoy workplace comedies with rich character dynamics.
Suitable for general audiences, though some dialogue may reflect the era's sensibilities.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 22 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Like Father, Like Daughter Sep 12, 1978
- E2 One-Punch Banta Sep 19, 1978
- E3 Blind Date Sep 26, 1978
- E4 Bobby's Acting Career Oct 5, 1978
- E5 Come as You Aren't Oct 10, 1978
- E6 The Great Line Oct 17, 1978
- E7 High School Reunion Oct 24, 1978
- E8 Paper Marriage Oct 31, 1978
- E9 Money Troubles Nov 14, 1978
- E10 Men are Such Beasts Nov 21, 1978
- E11 A Full House For Christmas Nov 28, 1978
- E12 Sugar Mama Dec 5, 1978
- E13 Friends Dec 12, 1978
- E14 Louie Sees The Light Jan 16, 1979
- E15 Elaine and the Lame Duck Jan 30, 1979
- E16 Bobby's Big Break Feb 6, 1979
- E17 Mama Gravas Feb 13, 1979
- E18 Alex Tastes Death and Finds a Nice Restaurant Feb 15, 1979
- E19 Hollywood Calling Feb 27, 1979
- E20 Substitute Father Mar 6, 1979
- E21 Memories of Cab 804 (1) May 8, 1979
- E22 Memories of Cab 804 (2) May 15, 1979
Season 2 · 24 episodes
- E1 Louie and the Nice Girl Sep 11, 1979
- E2 Honor Thy Father Sep 18, 1979
- E3 Reverend Jim: A Space Odyssey Sep 25, 1979
- E4 Nardo Loses Her Marbles Oct 2, 1979
- E5 Wherefore Art Thou, Bobby? Oct 16, 1979
- E6 The Lighter Side of Angela Matusa Oct 23, 1979
- E7 A Woman Between Friends Oct 30, 1979
- E8 The Great Race Nov 6, 1979
- E9 The Apartment Nov 13, 1979
- E10 Alex's Romance Nov 20, 1979
- E11 Latka's Revolting Nov 27, 1979
- E12 Elaine's Secret Admirer Dec 4, 1979
- E13 Louie Meets the Folks Dec 11, 1979
- E14 Jim Gets a Pet Dec 18, 1979
- E15 The Reluctant Fighter Dec 25, 1979
- E16 Tony and Brian Jan 8, 1980
- E17 Guess Who's Coming for Brefnish Jan 15, 1980
- E18 What Price Bobby? Jan 22, 1980
- E19 Shut It Down (1) Jan 29, 1980
- E20 Shut It Down (2) Feb 5, 1980
- E21 Alex Jumps Out of an Airplane Feb 26, 1980
- E22 Art Work Mar 4, 1980
- E23 Fantasy Borough (1) May 6, 1980
- E24 Fantasy Borough (2) May 13, 1980
Season 3 · 20 episodes
- E1 Louie's Rival Nov 19, 1980
- E2 Tony's Sister and Jim Nov 26, 1980
- E3 Fathers of the Bride Dec 3, 1980
- E4 Elaine's Strange Triangle Dec 10, 1980
- E5 Going Home Dec 17, 1980
- E6 The Ten Percent Solution Jan 7, 1981
- E7 The Call of the Mild Jan 21, 1981
- E8 Latka's Cookies Feb 5, 1981
- E9 Thy Boss's Wife Feb 12, 1981
- E10 The Costume Party Feb 19, 1981
- E11 Elaine's Old Friend Feb 26, 1981
- E12 Out of Commission Mar 12, 1981
- E13 Zen and the Art of Cab Driving Mar 19, 1981
- E14 Louie's Mother Mar 26, 1981
- E15 Bobby's Roommate Apr 9, 1981
- E16 Louie Bumps into an Old Lady Apr 16, 1981
- E17 Bobby and the Critic Apr 30, 1981
- E18 On the Job (1) May 7, 1981
- E19 On the Job (2) May 14, 1981
- E20 Latka the Playboy May 21, 1981
Season 4 · 24 episodes
- E1 Jim the Psychic Oct 8, 1981
- E2 Vienna Waits Oct 18, 1981
- E3 Mr. Personalities Oct 22, 1981
- E4 Jim Joins the Network Oct 29, 1981
- E5 Louie's Fling Nov 5, 1981
- E6 Like Father, Like Son Nov 12, 1981
- E7 Louie's Mom Remarries Nov 19, 1981
- E8 Fledgling Nov 26, 1981
- E9 Of Mice and Tony Dec 10, 1981
- E10 Louie Goes Too Far Dec 17, 1981
- E11 I Wanna Be Around Jan 7, 1982
- E12 Bobby Doesn't Live Here Anymore Jan 14, 1982
- E13 Nina Loves Alex Jan 21, 1982
- E14 Tony's Lady Jan 28, 1982
- E15 Simka Returns Feb 4, 1982
- E16 Jim and the Kid Feb 11, 1982
- E17 Take My Ex-Wife, Please Feb 18, 1982
- E18 The Unkindest Cut Feb 25, 1982
- E19 Tony's Comeback Mar 4, 1982
- E20 Elegant Iggy Mar 11, 1982
- E21 The Wedding of Latka and Simka Mar 25, 1982
- E22 Cooking for Two Apr 8, 1982
- E23 The Road Not Taken (1) Apr 29, 1982
- E24 The Road Not Taken (2) May 6, 1982
Season 5 · 24 episodes
- E1 Love Un-American Style Sep 30, 1982
- E2 Jim's Inheritance Oct 7, 1982
- E3 Alex Goes off the Wagon Oct 14, 1982
- E4 Scenskees from a Marriage (1) Oct 21, 1982
- E5 Scenskees from a Marriage (2) Oct 28, 1982
- E6 Crime and Punishment Nov 4, 1982
- E7 Alex the Gofer Nov 11, 1982
- E8 Louie's Revenge Nov 18, 1982
- E9 Travels with My Dad Nov 25, 1982
- E10 Elaine and the Monk Dec 2, 1982
- E11 Zena's Honeymoon Dec 9, 1982
- E12 Get Me Through the Holidays Dec 16, 1982
- E13 Louie Moves Uptown Jan 22, 1983
- E14 Alex's Old Buddy Jan 29, 1983
- E15 Sugar Ray Nardo Feb 5, 1983
- E16 A Taxi Celebration (1) Mar 23, 1983
- E17 A Taxi Celebration (2) Mar 23, 1983
- E18 Alex Gets Burned by an Old Flame Mar 30, 1983
- E19 Louie and the Blind Girl Apr 6, 1983
- E20 Arnie Meets the Kids Apr 13, 1983
- E21 Tony's Baby Apr 20, 1983
- E22 Jim's Mario's May 18, 1983
- E23 A Grand Gesture May 25, 1983
- E24 Simka's Monthlies Jun 15, 1983
Frequently asked questions
Is the show based on real taxi drivers?
No, it is a fictional ensemble show about the staff of a New York City cab company.
Who plays the dispatcher Louie De Palma?
Danny DeVito portrays the cantankerous dispatcher Louie De Palma.
How many seasons did the show run?
The show aired for five seasons across two networks.
Where can I watch Taxi episodes?
Episodes are available through various streaming services and free on the Internet Archive.
Did the show win any awards?
Yes, it received critical acclaim and multiple awards during its run.