I don't under stand how different websites have different info on ratings.

Some say The Cosby Show was #1 5 years straight. Then some say 4 years straight. And some say 3 years straight. What's the real answer???


The discrepency lies with the 1988-1989 season and 1989-1990 when Cosby battled Roseanne for the top spot. Anybody know the REAL answer????

The Cosby Show ranked #1 in its 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th season. In its 6th season it tied Roseanne for #1. So if you count the tie, then The Cosby Show ranked #1 five years straight.

Here are "The Cosby Show" Ratings:
Season 1: #3
Season 2: #3
Season 3: #1
Season 4: #1
Season 5: #1
Season 6: #1
Season 7: #1 (tied w/ Roseanne)
Season 8: #5