Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids (1972 – 1985)
1972 • 8 seasons • Animation, Comedy • TV-PG
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Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids — Season 6
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30mPain, Pain, Go AwayTheir friend Darrell had been listless and unwell lately, though he dismissed the idea of visiting the school nurse or a doctor. Concerned, Fat Albert spoke with Darrell’s parents, who insisted he go to the hospital for examination. There, it was discovered that he had Hodgkin's disease, a type of cancer affecting the lymph nodes. Fortunately, the condition was contained and detected at an early stage, making treatment straightforward. Following this, Darrell and his parents voiced their sincereSep 6, 1980Sep 6, 198030m02
30mThe RainbowElisa struggled to embrace children of mixed heritage, particularly Kim, another student in their class whose parents were from different backgrounds. She actively avoided him, preferring to flee rather than join the others in games. One day, escaping the group, she wandered into the abandoned garment factory – a place declared unsafe and off-limits – and found herself in peril. Fortunately, Kim and Fat Albert managed to rescue her, allowing Elisa to gain a significant understanding.Sep 13, 1980Sep 13, 198030m03
30mThe SecretBeau and Francie were brother and sister, yet Beau carelessly revealed a secret: Francie had been adopted by their parents. Confronted with this truth, their parents confessed they’d taken her in as an infant. Overcome with distress, Francie fled, finding herself quickly in peril when she stumbled into a river and was swept toward a dark drain tunnel. Fortunately, Beau and Fat Albert managed to rescue her just in time, allowing the family to reunite—a powerful testament to their enduring love foAug 20, 1980Aug 20, 198030m0430mEasy Pickin'sThe group was struck by the sheer volume of possessions Steve and Claudia seemed to own, leading them to believe the siblings were wealthy. However, Fat Albert’s inquiries revealed a different story: the twins were habitual shoplifters, pilfering merchandise from department stores and reselling it to their friends. Later, Fat Albert informed their parents, who subsequently discovered several of the stolen goods hidden in the children's rooms. Convinced they had evaded detection, the twins beganSep 27, 1980Sep 27, 198030m0530mGood Ol' DudesTheir friend Richard had a habit of taking liberties with his uncle's car, often giving the group exhilarating rides around town. He’d then commandeer a neighbor’s vehicle while its owner was away, providing them with another thrill. This reckless behavior soon led to trouble when their joyride spiraled out of control, sending the car careening into a nearby lake. Just as things seemed dire, Fat Albert appeared and pulled them from the water. Now, Richard faced a reckoning – dealing with the polOct 4, 1980Oct 4, 198030m0630mHeads or TailsStrange Harold found himself caught up in a gambling scheme and attempted to persuade the others to wager on a horse race. Finding them initially resistant, he reluctantly became an assistant to Sheldon, a sly operator who promised compensation for his services. He managed to enlist the rest of the group, but Fat Albert steadfastly refused, attempting to reason with them about their folly. When their seemingly foolproof bet turned out to be a loss, Weird Harold was left to confront the repercussOct 11, 1980Oct 11, 198030m0730mPot of GoldTheir classmate Patty had always been an exceptional student, until recently when she became entangled in drugs and now uses marijuana regularly. When they encountered Patty’s dealer, Rudy felt a sudden urge to experiment himself, but quickly reconsidered after witnessing Patty in a precarious situation. Together with Fat Albert, he managed to rescue her. Afterward, along with a police officer, they spoke with Patty's parents about the seriousness of her problem, and she agreed to assist in brinOct 18, 1980Oct 18, 198030m0830mThe GunslingerTheir friend Shawn fancied himself tough, constantly displaying his father’s firearm. The others were duly impressed, with one exception: Fat Albert, who sought out his parents hoping they could intervene. Though the gun was typically kept without ammunition, Rudy discovered a single bullet, allowing Shawn to try his hand at target practice. A frightening incident followed when the weapon misfired, badly injuring his hand. Thankfully, his father’s medical knowledge proved crucial in treating theOct 25, 1980Oct 25, 198030m
