The Cosby Show

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."

Cliff arranges an elaborate funeral for Rudy's beloved pet goldfish, Lamont.

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

Cliff is thrilled that Theo has made the freshman football team, but soon becomes dismayed by his son's clumsiness on the field.

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.

Cliff's father comes by for a visit and takes quite an interest in Denise's college plans.

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

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.

A nervous Denise brings her latest boyfriend home for dinner, and his views cause controversy in the Huxtable household.

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.

Job frustrations and family demands take their toll on Clair, spurring Cliff to ease the pressure by whisking her off on a special getaway.

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

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.

Theo attempts to hide his newly pierced ear from the prying eyes of the Huxtable family.

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

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.

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

Vanessa faces stiff competition in the school science fair, leading her to doubt her scholastic abilities.

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.

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.

Cliff and Clair discover that their widower friend's new girlfriend is young enough to be his daughter.

Rudy feels left out when her siblings refuse to include her in their activities, so Cliff agrees to let her have a slumber party.

Cliff and Clair volunteer at a local community center. Tony Orlando and Angela Bassett guest star.

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.