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Episodes
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The Big Move: Part 1
With James getting a better job in Mississippi, the Evans family begins to pack up their things in preparation for their big move. Michael falls in love for the first...
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September 22, 1976
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The Big Move: Part 2
Following the news of James' passing, everyone begins to worry about Florida who seems to be emotionally unaffected.
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September 29, 1976
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J.J. and the Older Woman
Thelma invites her favorite teacher to the apartment and while she is there she is fascinated with JJ's artwork. She and JJ soon develop an instant attraction to each...
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October 6, 1976
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Michael the Warlord
History repeats itself as one of the Evans boys is coerced into joining a gang, only this time it is Michael as he is forced into joining the Junior Warlords. After...
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October 13, 1976
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Michael's Great Romance
Michael becomes tongue-tied when he falls for Yvonne, a girl at school. However, Yvonne falls for JJ. Michael and JJ compete for the girl.
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October 20, 1976
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Evans Versus Davis
A local politician wants JJs help for his campaign. Since JJ does not like the man, he refuses. The politician threatens to have them evicted from their apartment.
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October 27, 1976
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J.J.'s New Career: Part 1
When J.J. loses his job, the family is short on rent and threatened with eviction. J.J. cannot find work at the unemployment office, unemployment compensation is at...
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November 10, 1976
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J.J.'s New Career: Part 2
Once J.J. accepts a job as a bookie, he begins making good money, and Thelma does not have to take a semester off from college to work. Florida eventually finds out...
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November 17, 1976
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Grandpa's Visit
Florida and the children are looking forward to James' father's visit. He arrives with a loud-talking woman, and he is not acting like a grandfather typically acts.
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November 24, 1976
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Rich Is Better Than Poor... Maybe
The Evans and Willona buy lottery tickets since the prize money is high. They are excited when JJs ticket is the winning number, and they win $2,500. Thelma tells her...
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December 8, 1976
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Florida's Night Out
The Evans children forego their social outings to stay at home and keep their recently widowed mother company, but she shocks them by agreeing to join Willona for a...
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December 15, 1976
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The Judy Cohen Story
JJ gets Michael's band a job at a tavern. While the pay is good, Florida does not want Michael to be playing in a bar. When JJ is at the tavern, he hears another...
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December 22, 1976
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The Comedian and the Loan Sharks
JJ borrows money from a loan shark, intending to pay it back as soon as his new find performs in a local comedian competition. When Tyrone gets cold feet, JJ goes on...
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January 5, 1977
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The Hustle
Florida is always in a bad mood lately. The children are tired of her crankiness, so they decide she needs to get away for a vacation. JJ finds a way to earn money so...
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January 12, 1977
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Thelma's African Romance: Part 1
The cafeteria at Thelma's college is in disrepair. Thelma and her friends picket the college. She meets Ibe, an African exchange student. They date, and he asks her to...
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January 19, 1977
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Thelma's African Romance: Part 2
When Thelma announces she plans to move in with Ibe at college, Florida emphatically says no. Ibe then asks Thelma to marry him and move to Nigeria with him. She...
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January 19, 1977
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Willona's Surprise
Willona's ex-husband returns to town to help celebrate her birthday. He says he has changed, and is ready to be with her again. She starts to accept him, but then Ray...
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January 26, 1977
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A Friend in Need
A house party at the Evans' apartment takes an unexpected turn when J.J.'s down-on-his-luck buddy tries to commit suicide.
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February 2, 1977
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A Stormy Relationship
Florida confronts Michael's boss at the hardware store after she learns that his atheist views are negatively influencing her son.
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February 9, 1977
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Florida and Carl
Florida reluctantly agrees to go on her first date since James died. She goes to a restaurant with Carl where they have a rude waiter. Florida does her best to be...
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February 23, 1977
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My Son, the Father
Michael's school is holding a father/son dinner. JJ assumes he will go with Michael as a father figure. Micheal tells JJ that he has already asked Carl to be his...
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March 2, 1977
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J.J. in Business
JJ has another money-making idea. He starts a greeting card business and has the whole family involved in making up messages. He has the business plans are laid out,...
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March 9, 1977
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Love Has a Spot On Its Lung: Part 1
Carl tells the children he plans to propose marriage to Florida, so they are surprised when he suddenly leaves town. Turns out Carl had an appointment with his doctor...
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March 23, 1977
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Love Has a Spot On Its Lung: Part 2
Carl confesses to Florida he has been diagnosed with lung cancer but he still wants to marry her even though he does not know his future. Florida accepts his proposal.
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March 30, 1977
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Ratings
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7.4 / 10
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Filming Locations
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20 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, Ill., USA
(opening credits)
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358 West Walton Street, Chicago, Illinois, USA
(Former location of Evan's apartment building in series credits)
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900 North Hudson Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, USA
(opening credits)
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Cabrini-Green Public Housing Projects, Near North Side, Chicago, Illinois, USA
(Series opening shot)
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Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Metromedia Square - 5746 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
(Studio)
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Studio 31, CBS Television City - 7800 Beverly Boulevard, Fairfax, Los Angeles, California, USA
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Credits and Details
