The Jeffersons
The Jeffersons
The Jeffersons
Comedy
Family
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Overview
Sitcom following a successful African-American couple, George and Louise “Weezyö Jefferson as they “move on up” from working-class Queens to a ritzy Manhattan apartment. A spin-off of All in the Family.
Status: Ended
First Air Date: 1975-01-18
Runtime: 0h 30m
Director: Unknown
Writer: Unknown
Top Cast
Isabel Sanford
Isabel Sanford
Louise Jefferson
Sherman Hemsley
Sherman Hemsley
George Jefferson
Roxie Roker
Roxie Roker
Helen Woodroow Willis
Franklin Cover
Franklin Cover
Thomas "Tom" Willis
Paul Benedict
Paul Benedict
Harry Bentley
Marla Gibbs
Marla Gibbs
Florence Johnston
Episodes - Season 1
A Friend in Need
A Friend in Need
Episode 1
The Jeffersons have moved on up and are now enjoying living in their new high-rise apartment. Louise has made a new friend in Diane Stockwell, who is having a hard time believing that George made his way up the ladder without doing anything shady. However, bigger problems are brewing when George insists that Louise hire a maid but Louise is totally against the idea.
George's Family Tree
George's Family Tree
Episode 2
The Willis' give Louise and George a piece of primitive African art, as a housewarming gift, which leads to the discussion of family roots. This leads George to discover his family roots, from an African tribe believed to be kings.
Louise Feels Useless
Louise Feels Useless
Episode 3
Louise is having a hard time getting use to her new wealthy lifestyle and the boredom that comes along with it. She begins trying to talk George into letting her work in the store in the building but he is totally against it. This leads her to inadvertently get a job with another cleaning business and George hits the ceiling when he learns the news. That is until he begins thinking of using her position for sabotage.
Lionel the Playboy
Lionel the Playboy
Episode 4
Lionel's new wealthy lifestyle begins to have an effect on him and a carefree attitude begins to be seen by his family. He stays out all night every night and cuts class. This leads to him debating on whether or not to drop out of college.
Mr. Piano Man
Mr. Piano Man
Episode 5
George refuses to participate in a tenants meeting until he learns the Mr. Whittendale will be there. George has hopes of doing business with the man. Meanwhile, George's want for a grand piano becomes a burden during the meeting.
George's Skeleton
George's Skeleton
Episode 6
An old friend of George's, Monk Davis, drops in after learning of George's new found success. However, Monk has more on his mind than just a friendly visit.
Lionel Cries Uncle
Lionel Cries Uncle
Episode 7
Louise is expecting a visit from her Uncle Ward, a man who happens to be a butler. His job is what makes George and Lionel put him down, calling him an "Uncle Tom." Meanwhile, a fight at school prompts Lionel to get kicked out.
Mother Jefferson's Boyfriend
Mother Jefferson's Boyfriend
Episode 8
George learns of Mother Jefferson's intentions of marriage and is totally against the idea, thinking her fiancee is after his money.
Meet the Press
Meet the Press
Episode 9
Wanting publicity for his stores, George tries to get in on a reporter's series of stories on successful black businessmen. However, once he finally gets the reporter to make an appearance he finds it difficult to hold his attention, with the Willis' and Mr. Bentley hanging around.
Rich Man's Disease
Rich Man's Disease
Episode 10
With the doctor's diagnosis that George has an ulcer, Louise tries to do everything to not allow George to become upset. This task proves difficult with Harry, Tom and Helen dropping in.
Former Neighbors
Former Neighbors
Episode 11
George comes home one evening with news an important potential client is coming over for dinner. However, Louise has news too. Some old friends of the Jeffersons are coming over, friends whom George is afraid will embarrass him in front of his pompous client.
Like Father, Like Son?
Like Father, Like Son?
Episode 12
Louise becomes concerned when she sees Lionel beginning to act more and more like his father. Things come to a head, when Lionel tries to get Jenny a seat on a campaign committee by using bribery. Meanwhile, Tom and Helen are at odds when they each back opposing candidates.
Jenny's Low
Jenny's Low
Episode 13
Jenny's globe-trotting brother surprises his family with a visit home. While Tom and Helen, debate on the reason for Allan staying away so long, Jenny is anything but happy about his visit and her reason has nothing to do with him staying away for so long.
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