Episode 1 - Pilot
Theo's poor report card and Denise's scary date create serious tension among the Huxtables.

FACTOID: The sign outside the Huxtable home reads "Clifford Huxtable, M.D." In later episodes, Cliff's first name is revealed to be "Heathcliff."

Episode 2 - Goodbye, Mr. Fish
Cliff arranges an elaborate funeral for Rudy's beloved pet goldfish, Lamont.

Episode 3 - Bad Dreams
When Vanessa defies her parents and sees a scary movie, the entire family must deal with her resulting nightmares.

Episode 4 - Is That My Boy?
Cliff is thrilled that Theo has made the freshman football team, but soon becomes dismayed by his son's clumsiness on the field.

Episode 5 - A Shirt Story
When Cliff returns Theo's expensive designer shirt, budding seamstress Denise volunteers to make him an even better one to wear for his big date.

FACTOID: Guest star Kadeem Hardison starred as Dwayne Wayne on the Cosby Show spin-off A Different World.

Episode 6 - Breaking with Tradition
Cliff's father comes by for a visit and takes quite an interest in Denise's college plans.

Episode 7 - One More Time
After caring for a friend's baby, Clair decides she's ready for the pitter-patter of more little Huxtable feet.

Episode 8 - Play It Again Vanessa
Vanessa's lack of success at learning the clarinet has her so discouraged that she refuses to play in her upcoming recital. Dizzy Gillespie guest stars.

Episode 9 - How Ugly Is He?
A nervous Denise brings her latest boyfriend home for dinner, and his views cause controversy in the Huxtable household.

Episode 10 - Bon Jour Sondra
Daughter Sondra comes home for Thanksgiving and announces her plans to spend the summer in Paris.

FACTOID: This episode marks the first appearance of "fifth Huxtable child" Sondra.

Episode 11 - You're Not A Mother Night
Job frustrations and family demands take their toll on Clair, spurring Cliff to ease the pressure by whisking her off on a special getaway.

Episode 12 - Rudy's Sick
Clair has an interview for a partner's position at her firm and is forced to leave an ill Rudy with Cliff.

Episode 13 - Father's Day
Cliff, tired of useless Father's Day gifts, asks the kids to get him something he can use and sends the kids on a quest for the perfect present. Meanwhile, Cliff sets a new father-to-be straight about a dad's place in the household.

Episode 14 - Independence Day
Theo attempts to hide his newly pierced ear from the prying eyes of the Huxtable family.

Episode 15 - Physician of the Year
Cliff has been named Physician of the Year, but will a patient's emergency make him miss the awards ceremony? Sheldon Leonard guest stars.

Episode 16 - Jitterbug Break
Clair dreads going dancing with Cliff, whose moves make her cringe; Denise is prepared to camp out on the street to score concert tickets.
FACTOID: Look for an uncredited Blair Underwood as Denise's boyfriend.

Episode 17 - Theo and the Joint
When drugs are discovered in Theo's belongings, the Huxtables attempt to get to the bottom of the situation. Supermodel Iman guest stars.

Episode 18 - Vanessa's New Class
Vanessa faces stiff competition in the school science fair, leading her to doubt her scholastic abilities.

Episode 19 - Clair's Case
Clair represents Sondra in a lawsuit against a crooked auto mechanic; while she immerses herself in the trial, the family must suffer through Cliff's cooking.

Episode 20 - Back to The Track, Jack
Cliff has an opportunity to avenge the only track-team defeat of his college career... if he can whip himself into shape in time for the race.

Episode 21 - The Younger Woman
Cliff and Clair discover that their widower friend's new girlfriend is young enough to be his daughter.

Episode 22 - The Slumber Party
Rudy feels left out when her siblings refuse to include her in their activities, so Cliff agrees to let her have a slumber party.

Episode 23 - Mr. Quiet
Cliff and Clair volunteer at a local community center. Tony Orlando and Angela Bassett guest star.

Episode 24 - Cliff's Birthday
Clair goes to elaborate lengths to keep Cliff from discovering his special birthday surprise: a performance by Lena Horne. Clarence Williams III and Lena Horne guest star.