Cosby

Cosby (1996-2000)

EndedScripted showComedy

Bill Cosby stars as Hilton Lucas, a former airline worker forced into early retirement after a mass layoff. Other characters in this CBS sitcom include Hilton's wife Ruth, his daughter Erica and family friends Griffin and Pauline.

Network
Scheduleevery Friday at 20:00 (30 min)

Last Episode

The Song Remains the Same
Season 4Episode 2230 min

The Song Remains the Same

Hilton passes his advice along to Erica and Darien on how to keep the romance alive in marriage.
Apr. 28, 2000

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E22The Song Remains the SameApr. 28, 2000
S04E21A Long Night's JourneyApr. 21, 2000
S04E20Kids Eat the Darndest ThingsApr. 14, 2000
S04E19Thursday's ChildApr. 14, 2000
S04E18A Pair of Threes Beats a Flush Every TimeApr. 7, 2000
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Cosby' from the year 1996 premiere?

The TV show 'Cosby' from the year 1996 premiered on September 16, 1996.

Who played the character Hilton Lucas in 'Cosby'?

The character Hilton Lucas in 'Cosby' was played by Bill Cosby.

What is the name of the character played by T'Keyah Crystal Keym\u00e1h in 'Cosby'?

T'Keyah Crystal Keym\u00e1hs played the character of Ruth Lucas in 'Cosby.'

Who played the role of Pauline Fox in 'Cosby'?

Madeline Kahn was the actress who played the role of Pauline Fox in 'Cosby.'

What was Hilton Lucas' occupation in 'Cosby'?

Hilton Lucas was a retired airline employee in 'Cosby.'

What is the name of the character played by Doug E. Doug in 'Cosby'?

Griffin Vesey was the character played by Doug E. Doug in 'Cosby.'

Who played the role of Rita in 'Cosby'?

Phylicia Rash\u0101d played the role of Hilton Lucas' wife, Rita, in 'Cosby.'

What is the name of the character played by Jurnee Smollett in 'Cosby'?

Jurnee Smollett played the character of Jurnee Lucus in 'Cosby.'

Who played the role of Hilton Lucas' daughter in 'Cosby'?

Erica Perlow played the role of Hilton Lucas' daughter, Erica Lucas, in 'Cosby.'

What was the main setting of the TV show 'Cosby'?

The TV show 'Cosby' was primarily set in the Lucas' family home.

What is the name of the character played by Clarice Taylor in 'Cosby'?

The character Anna Huxtable was played by Clarice Taylor in 'Cosby.'

Cast

Doug E. Doug

Doug E. Doug

plays Griffin Vesey
Phylicia Rashad

Phylicia Rashad

plays Ruth Lucas
Madeline Kahn

Madeline Kahn

plays Pauline Fox
Bill Cosby

Bill Cosby

plays Hilton Lucas
Jurnee Smollett

Jurnee Smollett

plays Jurnee
T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh

T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh

plays Erica Lucas
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Characters

Griffin Vesey

Griffin Vesey

played by Doug E. Doug
Ruth Lucas

Ruth Lucas

played by Phylicia Rashad
Pauline Fox

Pauline Fox

played by Madeline Kahn
Hilton Lucas

Hilton Lucas

played by Bill Cosby
Jurnee

Jurnee

played by Jurnee Smollett
Erica Lucas

Erica Lucas

played by T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh
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