Buddies Raj, Rerun and Dwayne come of age in 1970s Los Angeles. The trio have a penchant for mischief and trying to find ways of getting rich quick. Almost always the trio's schemes wind up getting them into trouble and it's up to Raj's mother Mabel to get them out of it. Also, half of the time, the guys get into trouble because of Raj's bratty sister Dee.
Cast: Ernest Lee Thomas, Haywood Nelson, Fred Berry
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21 episodes
1. The RunawayRoger has to babysit Dee and miss the big party at Betty's. But where there's a will there's a way, though there may not be a way to explain to Mama where Dee disappeared to when Raj was gone.TV-PGCC22minAug 5, 1976
2. The Birthday PresentRaj, Dwayne and Rerun set out to get a birthday present for Mama. But it doesn't go as smoothly as they expected and they find themselves in hot water with store security.TV-PGCC22minAug 12, 1976
3. When Daddy Comes Marching HomeAfter years of being away, Raj and Dee's shady father Bill returns for a short visit with a scheme in mind.TV-PGCC22minAug 19, 1976
4. My Three TonsRerun becomes the new member of a popular dance group and learns the hidden truth of their intentions of him being their latest initiate.TV-PGCC22minAug 26, 1976
5. Saturday's HeroRerun joins the floundering football team and becomes an instant hero. This leads to a swelled head and he begins to give Raj and Dwayne the cold shoulder, going so far as to give his two extra Gladys Knight tickets to two of his 'new' friends instead of Raj and Dwayne, as he'd promised.TV-PGCC22minNov 13, 1976
6. The Burger QueenRerun has his heart set on getting the lead in a hamburger commercial. However, once down at the audition, the producers find Dee better suited despite the fact that she can't stand the taste of them. An even bigger problem arises when Mama's permission is needed, but she's in Phoenix.TV-PGCC22minNov 20, 1976
7. Speak for Yourself, DwayneDwayne has his eye on a new girl, Nancy, but he's too shy to talk to her, so he gets Raj too. However, that turns into a mistake as Raj falls for Nancy. Raj is left with guilt and one angry friend.TV-PGCC22minNov 27, 1976
8. Shirley's DateRaj has sold a kid's story to a children's magazine and to celebrate, throws a party. However, Shirley is reluctant to come because she doesn't want to show up without a date. This leads Raj and Rerun to take steps to get her a date.TV-PGCC22minDec 4, 1976
9. ChristmasWith Mama planning to work on Christmas, Raj and Dee agree to have Christmas dinner at Bill's apartment. However, Mama is able to get out of working at the last minute and soon discovers that the kids have plans and finds herself facing a lonesome Christmas.TV-PGCC22minDec 11, 1976
10. Puppy LoveRaj is tutoring Patrice Williams in exchange for one of the puppies that her dog is soon to have. Confusion erupts in the Thomas household, however, when Dee overhears a conversation between Raj, Dwayne and Rerun which leads her to believe Raj has gotten a girl pregnant.TV-PGCC22minDec 30, 1976
11. The Maid Did ItMama is fired from her job as a maid for the Turner household after she's accused of stealing Mrs. Turner's diamond ring. Raj sets out to clear Mama and quickly discovers Mr. Turner may be a far likelier suspect.TV-PGCC22minJan 6, 1977
12. The Incomplete ShakespeareRaj writes a story for a new TV show, Central Avenue, and can't wait to find out if the producers will buy it. However, he's in for a shock on the night the show premieres.TV-PGCC22minJan 13, 1977
13. The Hospital StayRaj lands in the hospital and is afraid to face impending surgery. Meanwhile, his roommate is a grouchy ex-baseball player whom Dee befriends and learns that he has kept up a bitter feud between himself and his daughter all because she married a white man.TV-PGCC22minJan 20, 1977
14. The Sunday FatherRaj delights in playing practical jokes on his teacher, Miss Collins. But, when he goes overboard, he finds himself suspended and to avoid getting Mama involved, he turns to his father, who quickly discovers the joys of parenting.TV-PGCC22minJan 27, 1977
15. The Firing SquadWhen the bank manager arrives at Rob's Place to discuss a loan application, Shirley insults him, which causes Rob to fire her. This leads Raj, Dwayne and Rerun to help Shirley find a new job even though she has very few skills.TV-PGCC22minFeb 10, 1977
16. The BoarderNeeding extra money, Mama takes on a boarder who will stay in Dee's room while she reluctantly agrees to share a room with Mama. Everyone's in for a surprise when Bill asks to take the room and even more surprising, Mama agrees to let him move in!TV-PGCC22minFeb 17, 1977
17. Dwayne's DilemmaRaj has been dying for a date with a girl but soon finds that in order to go out with her, he needs to find a date for her cousin. Dwayne agrees but soon finds himself to be a corner in a love triangle, when the cousin's pushy ex threatens his well-being if he continues to see her.TV-PGCC22minFeb 24, 1977
18. The TicketsMama has two tickets to Stevie Wonder and she gives them to Raj. But now, Raj has one tough decision to make, to take Dwayne or Rerun.TV-PGCC22minMar 3, 1977
19. What's Wrong wiith Raj?After a school lecture about hypertension, Raj begins spending more time down at the free clinic. This leads Dee to sneak a peek at his diary to see if she can find a clue to 'what's wrong with Raj?'TV-PGCC22minMar 10, 1977
20. Nice Guys Finish LastDee receives a call from her prison pen pal, Judy Crane, who is getting out and needs a place to stay. Dee talks Mama into allowing Judy to stay with them, unknown to all of them that Judy is really on the run.TV-PGCC22minMar 24, 1977
21. From Here to MaternityShirley's excited when she gets a call from her sister, Norma, who's coming to visit. However, Shirley is in for a big surprise when she discovers Norma is six months pregnant and Norma is in for an even bigger surprise when she gets a phone call from her fiancee telling her it's over.TV-PGCC22minMar 31, 1977
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Buddies Raj, Rerun and Dwayne come of age in 1970s Los Angeles. The trio have a penchant for mischief and trying to find ways of getting rich quick. Almost always the trio's schemes wind up getting them into trouble and it's up to Raj's mother Mabel to get them out of it. Also, half of the time, the guys get into trouble because of Raj's bratty sister Dee.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Eric Monte
- Studio
- Sony Pictures Television International, Sony Pictures Television
Maturity rating
TV-PGCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
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