The Cosby Show

Season 2

TV-PG

67%

"The Cosby Show" centers on the lives of the Huxtables: obstetrician Cliff and his lawyer wife Claire, their daughters Sondra, Denise, Vanessa and Rudy, and son Theo. Based on the standup comedy of Bill Cosby, the show focused on his observations of family life. Although based on comedy, the series also addresses some more serious topics, such as learning disabilities and teen pregnancy.

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25 Episodes

First Day of School
E1
First Day of SchoolCliff and Clair are overjoyed with the arrivial of the new school year, as their children are finally out of the house.
The Juicer
E2
The JuicerCliff, who has a fetish for electronic appliances, buys a juicer. Rudy and Peter, bored from Vanessa's inattentive baby-sitting, decide to use it even they are not allowed to use appliances. David Langston Smyrl as Mr. Lucas. Peter Costa as Peter.
Happy Anniversary
E3
Happy AnniversaryFor Russell and Anna's 49th wedding anniversary, the family commissions a portrait of the couple as newlyweds, and offers them a cruise to Europe. Later in the evening, the whole family performs Ray Charles' "Night Time Is the Right Time", with Theo, Rudy and Cliff each lip-synching a solo. Earle Hyman as Russell. Clarice Taylor as Anna.
Cliff in Love
E4
Cliff in LoveSondra and Elvin break up, again, and Cliff and Clair tell Sondra to consider calling a boy that her friends say would be a good boyfriend to her. When the boy comes to the house, Cliff interviews him and falls in love with the guy.
Theo and the Older Woman
E5
Theo and the Older WomanDenise's friend Susanne comes over to talk to the Huxtable family and create a report about what a large family has to contend and deal with everyday. Theo, finding her very attractive, uses this occasion to try and impress her but his typical teenage boy actions only serve to make him look foolish.
Halloween
E6
HalloweenVanessa has a crush on a one Robert Forman, who comes to her Halloween party. Daydreaming about her love, she drops an entire tray of glasses and embarrasses herself in front of the guests. Pam Potillo as Janet. Dondre Whitfield as Robert. Akili Prince as Scott. (Years later, Prince would originate the role of Terrence Frye on All My Children. Upon leaving that series, he was replaced by Whitfield.)
Rudy Suits Up
E7
Rudy Suits UpRudy plays football and becomes a star, much to the chagrin of Clair, who worries she'll get hurt. But reluctance turns to excitement when Rudy is the star of her first game. Ethel Ayler as Carrie Hanks. Peter Costa as Peter.
Denise Drives
E8
Denise DrivesDenise wants to buy a car. She plans to use her savings to do so, but Cliff and Clair quickly point out flaws in her plan. The answer to everyone's problems comes from friend Mr. Lucas, who has an old car he is willing to sell. Denise proves herself a good driver, and the car is hers. David Langston Smyrl as Mr. Lucas.
Clair's Sister
E9
Clair's SisterClair's younger sister arrives in town to announce that she's finally engaged to be married. Clair offers up the advice that married life won't be as easy a thing as her sister thinks it to be. The question is, will Clair's sister listen to and take this advice?
Clair's Toe
E10
Clair's ToeCliff and Clair rise to the challenge of a "smooth" contest in which the winner is declared the best-dressed for an upcoming function. Clair accidentally breaks one of her toes on a bedroom chest. Frustrated at having a limp and needing to use a cane (plus ignoring Cliff's advice), she has to figure out how she can still emerge victorious.
Denise's Friend
E11
Denise's FriendA friend of Denise's comes to see Cliff about a personal problem she's had for a month and hasn't told her parents about. Cliff and Clair test the kids to find out if they would come to their parents if they had a problem.
Mrs. Westlake
E12
Mrs. WestlakeTheo's math teacher comes for dinner, to Theo's extreme consternation. He thinks she plans to tell his parents of a bad grade on a math test. To his surprise, Mrs. Westlake comes to dinner looking young, attractive, and even with a sense of humor; and she has a very good surprise! Mrs. Westlake also gives Theo his test-he actually gets an 89, and he proceeds to embrace her, much to his shock. Sonia Braga as Mrs. Westlake.
The Auction
E13
The AuctionClair bids on a painting by her great-uncle that her grandmother had once owned. Attempting to win her favor, Elvin tries to bake her a cake but fails miserably; he then gets advice from Cliff on how to pass himself off as a good cook. In real life, the painting used in the episode is Funeral Procession by Ellis Wilson.
Vanessa's Bad Grade
E14
Vanessa's Bad GradeVanessa steals a sweater from Denise. The two soon begin to fight. In the end, Rudy's choice of television viewing, the "I Have A Dream" speech, reminds the whole family of what a real problem is. Excerpt from Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech featured at the end of the episode (Originally aired four days before the first observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as a U.S. federal holiday).
Theo and Cockroach
E15
Theo and CockroachTheo and his friend Cockroach scheme to pass a test on William Shakespeare's "Macbeth", which neither one has read.
The Dentist
E16
The DentistPeter goes to the dentist, but has Rudy come along for moral support so Peter won't be afraid of the dentist anymore. Danny Kaye (in one of his last appearances) as Dr. Burns, who is also Cliff's dentist.
Play It Again, Russell
E17
Play It Again, RussellRussell plays in a tribute with the band he played in years ago. Guest appearances by jazz musicians Tito Puente, Art Blakey, Percy Heath, Jimmy Heath, Tommy Flanagan, Eric Gale, Joe Wilder, Carlos Valdes ("Patato"), Bootsie Barnes, and Jimmy Oliver. Slide Hampton provided the audio track for Russell's trombone solos.
A Touch of Wonder
E18
A Touch of WonderAfter his limo collides with Denise's car, Stevie Wonder (appearing as himself) invites the Huxtables to a recording session. Wonder performs "I Just Called to Say I Love You" with Clair and the family. Absent: Sabrina Le Beauf as Sondra Huxtable.
Full House
E19
Full HouseAfter an exhausting midnight shift at the hospital and a night's sleep, all Cliff wants is to read his paper in peace - but the children have taken over every room in the house. Classic scene: Denise's boyfriend sings reggae in front of the living room TV.
Close to Home
E20
Close to HomeA close friend of Cliff's, played by Samuel E. Wright, is overcome with sadness due to his daughter's recurring drug addiction. His feelings are set off as he observes the close relationship between Cliff, Clair, and Denise, who is his daughter's age.
An Early Spring
E21
An Early SpringTheo's math teacher has a baby and Cockroach shows a different side. Carl Anthony Payne II as Cockroach. Sonia Braga as Mrs. Westlake. Cockroach's full real name, Walter Bradley, is revealed in this episode (only his first name was previously mentioned).
Theo's Holiday
E22
Theo's HolidayAfter Theo claims that he'll have no problem making it in the "real world", the Huxtables convert their house in the "Real World Apartments" and teach him a lesson about the real world; i.e., needing employment and references to get an apartment, income to get a bank loan, having to pay for his meals, etc. Carl Anthony Payne II as Cockroach.
The Card Game
E23
The Card GameHaving been beaten every time at Pinochle by his dad and his buddy Homer, Cliff hopes to attain victory when his old college professor, Dr. Foster substitutes for his partner, who has called off sick. Meanwhile, Theo wonders if his girl will like and accept the "faux" diamond ring he has purchased from a home shopping channel on TV for $19.95.
Off to the Races
E24
Off to the RacesIn a charity run, Cliff races at the Penn Relays with "Tailwind" Turner and -- as apparent payback for the race a year prior -- ends up having to run the final leg against Olympic gold medalist Valerie Brisco-Hooks. Josh Culbreath as Col. Sanford "Tailwind" Turner. Valerie Brisco-Hooks appears as herself. Cameo appearance by Bill Cosby's real wife, Camille Cosby (uncredited).
Denise's Decision
E25
Denise's DecisionAfter several colleges send Denise letters of acceptance, Denise waits until the 11th hour to finally choose a school... but, not before Grandfather Huxtable once again tries to make a case for her to attend his and her parents Alama Mater, Hillman.