Theo’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…

A 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…

After 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…

After 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…

Russell 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,…

Peter 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)…

Theo and his friend Cockroach scheme to pass a test on William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth”, which neither one has read.

Vanessa 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…

Clair 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…

Theo’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….

Denise asks Cliff to talk to her friend, who has a medical problem. Cliff diagnoses the girl as having a mild bladder infection, but learns that she was wary of…

While preparing to go out on a proposal anniversary dinner, Clair breaks her toe, but tries not to let it upset her routine. In the end, she develops a unique…

Clair’s sister Sarah gets engaged. First appearance of Joe Williams as Clair’s father Al Hanks. Ethel Ayler as Carrie Hanks. Mario Van Peebles as Garvin.

Denise 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…

Rudy 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…

Vanessa 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…

When friend Suzanne accompanies Denise to observe the Huxtables’ normal behavior, a smitten Theo behaves far from normally. Robin Givens as Suzanne. Blair Underwood as Mark.

Sondra breaks up with her boyfriend Elvin and is depressed, taking it out on the family. Cliff and Clair aren’t exactly unhappy; they find Elvin rather annoying. Later, he appears…

For 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…

Cliff, 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…

Cliff and Clair are overjoyed with the arrivial of the new school year, as their children are finally out of the house.

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…

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.

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…

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…

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 that he…

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….

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…

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…

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….

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…

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…

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 thoughtful-if…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 concert,…

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 mother,…

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 against it…