S1·E14 Independence Day
Synopsis
Theo 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 Grandpa Huxtable will punish Theo, but the old man instead relates the story of how Cliff tried to slick back his hair to impress Clair, but ended up burning it off! Russell brags, and Anna reminds him of the time that he had a tattoo of her name placed on his chest, but ended up with a huge scar on his chest when he tried to remove it after Anna found out he was actually trying to impress another girl! First appearance of Clarice Taylor as Anna Huxtable, Cliff's mother.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 14 of The Cosby Show air?
Season 1, Episode 14 ('Independence Day') originally aired on January 10, 1985.
How long is Season 1 Episode 14 ('Independence Day')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 22 minutes.
What happens in The Cosby Show Season 1 Episode 14?
Theo 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 Grandpa Huxtable will punish Theo, but the old man instead relates the story of how Cliff tried to slick back his hair to impress Clair, but ended up burni...