The Cosby Show: Season 1
Episodes
Pilot / Theo's Economic Lesson
Sep 20, 1984 · 22 min
Clair is furious when Theo brings home a report card with 4 D's. He tells Cliff that he has no intention of going to college, as he feels that he is destined to be a ""regular per
Mr. Fish (a.k.a. Goodbye, Mr. Fish)
Sep 27, 1984 · 22 min
When Rudy's pet fish, Lamont, dies, Cliff tries to bring the family together for a funeral in the bathroom. The festivities end when Rudy gets bored and leaves to watch TV.
Bad Dreams
Oct 4, 1984 · 22 min
Vanessa claims that she is old enough to watch a scary movie, but Cliff still forbids it. Vanessa sneaks out anyway, but ends up having nightmares as a result.
Is That My Boy?
Oct 11, 1984 · 22 min
Freshman Theo tries out for the football team and makes it. Cliff is overjoyed, but his pride falters when he discovers his son will never be a star. Theo, however, is just happy b
A Shirt Story
Oct 18, 1984 · 22 min
Theo wants to impress a girl by wearing an expensive shirt by designer Gordon Gartrelle. Since Cliff and Clair will not pay for it, Denise offers to make a copy of the shirt for hi
Breaking With Tradition
Oct 25, 1984 · 22 min
Cliff's father, Russell, pays a visit and begins questioning Cliff about the kids' college choices. He asks Denise about Hillman, his and Cliff's alma mater. Denise is dead-set aga
One More Time
Nov 1, 1984 · 22 min
While Clair cares for a friend's baby, she begins to consider having another. Cliff desperately tries to talk her out of it, claiming that babies are "false advertising." Clair's m
Play It Again, Vanessa
Nov 8, 1984 · 22 min
Vanessa plays clarinet in the school's orchestra. Though she tries her best and practices daily, she simply cannot play the instrument. She plays an embarrassing solo at the school
How Ugly Is He?
Nov 15, 1984 · 22 min
Denise has a new boyfriend, David, but is reluctant to bring him home. She fears that Cliff will, like always, make fun of the boy and ruin her chances with him. Cliff and Clair ar
Bonjour, Sondra
Nov 22, 1984 · 22 min
Sondra, the eldest Huxtable child makes her first appearance when she visits home for Thanksgiving. She plans on going to Paris for the summer, and hopes that her parents will supp
You're Not a Mother Night
Dec 6, 1984 · 22 min
Clair is exhausted from constantly caring for the children. Cliff decides to take her out on the town for "You're Not a Mother Night." They go to a fancy restaurant and hotel. Whil
Rudy's Sick
Dec 13, 1984 · 22 min
Clair could be named partner at her law firm if an interview goes well-but Rudy is sick! Cliff vows to take care of her while Clair works, and engages in some unique doctoring meth
Father's Day
Dec 20, 1984 · 22 min
Cliff complains about the poor quality of his annual Father's Day gifts. He challenges the children to find some better presents for a December Father's Day. They give him thoughtf
Independence Day
Jan 10, 1985 · 22 min
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,
Physician of the Year
Jan 17, 1985 · 22 min
Cliff is set to receive an important award, but a woman goes into labor right before the ceremony. Theo delivers his speech for him. Aleta Mitchell as Mrs. Randall, Elisa de la Roc
Jitterbug Break
Jan 31, 1985 · 22 min
Cliff tries to impress Denise's friends by teaching them how to jitterbug. Some of Clair's friends also show off their dance moves. Soon, the whole house is full of dancers. Blair
Theo and the Joint
Feb 7, 1985 · 22 min
Clair discovers a marijuana joint in one of Theo's school books. She and Cliff confront him about it, and accept his explanation—another boy slipped it in. Theo confronts the boy a
Vanessa's New Class
Feb 14, 1985 · 22 min
Vanessa is placed in an advanced science class. She creates a model of the solar system, but learns that she will have to work harder than ever if she hopes to succeed. First appea
Clair's Case
Feb 21, 1985 · 22 min
A sneaky mechanic tries to swindle Sondra. It's Clair to the rescue as the two battle in court. David Langston Smyrl as the man in court, Shawn Elliott as Mr. Wilson, Alan North as
Back to the Track, Jack
Feb 28, 1985 · 22 min
Cliff's college track coach contacts him and asks to run in a charity event between Hillman and its rival, Norton College. Heathcliff "Combustible Huxtable" trains, but soon learns
The Younger Woman
Mar 14, 1985 · 22 min
Cliff and Clair receive a visit from an old friend—and he has a new girlfriend that is half his age. They are initially suspicious, but learn that judging by appearances isn't alwa
Slumber Party
Mar 28, 1985 · 22 min
Rudy invites all of her friends over for a slumber party. It's Cliff's job to watch over them, and he demonstrates some unique games to wrangle the youngsters. In the end, Russell
Mr. Quiet
May 2, 1985 · 22 min
Cliff, Clair, and the Huxtable clan volunteer at a local community center. There, a battered boy tries to find help, and the owner—Tony Castillo—does his best to lend assistance.
Cliff's Birthday
May 9, 1985 · 22 min
Cliff is turning 48, and as usual, he is trying to find out what his birthday present is ahead of time. Clair, with the help of the kids, orchestrates a huge trick. Cliff is fooled