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Janice · 04-06-2006, 11:03 AM

I watched a couple of episodes from the first season last night, and noticed that there were no other regular characters besides Fred and Lamont.

One was when they both had that test done and Lamont thought he had TB. We only saw the nursing staff.

The other was when Fred breaks Lamont's glass collection and fakes a burglary to cover it up. We only see cops that come to the house.

When did the supporting characters start appearing, or maybe I just happened to catch two episodes with only Fred and Lamont

gilligan fanatic · 04-06-2006, 11:06 AM

I know Melvin was in the first sesaon. The other white cop that came before Hoppy is either in the first or second but I can't remember.

TVFactFan · 04-06-2006, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Janice

I watched a couple of episodes from the first season last night, and noticed that there were no other regular characters besides Fred and Lamont.

One was when they both had that test done and Lamont thought he had TB. We only saw the nursing staff.

The other was when Fred breaks Lamont's glass collection and fakes a burglary to cover it up. We only see cops that come to the house.

When did the supporting characters start appearing, or maybe I just happened to catch two episodes with only Fred and Lamont

That's why I'm not a fan of the first season janice. There was no rollo, esther, bubba, or grady. Just MELVIN. I hate season 1

Janice · 04-06-2006, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by TVResearcher

That's why I'm not a fan of the first season janice. There was no rollo, esther, bubba, or grady. Just MELVIN. I hate season 1

It had a slower feeling to it. Just dialog between Fred and Lamont. I still liked it, but it was sort of dull.

JeffRuss1972 · 04-07-2006, 12:23 AM

I always enjoyed season 1. Had some funny episodes.

TVFactFan · 04-07-2006, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Janice

It had a slower feeling to it. Just dialog between Fred and Lamont. I still liked it, but it was sort of dull.

Slower feel is right. Sanford and Son should have been on PBS during season-1

Brieannas21 · 04-07-2006, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by JeffRuss1972

I always enjoyed season 1. Had some funny episodes.

Me too, that was my favorite season.

moeee · 04-07-2006, 01:22 AM

Lamont was much meaner to Fred in season 1.

TVFactFan · 04-07-2006, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Brieannas21

Me too, that was my favorite season.

Can you gie me an intelligent answer as to why the first season was your favorite when there was no

Rollo/Esther/Grady/Bubba/Hutch/Leroy/

Talk to me-lol

Brieannas21 · 04-07-2006, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by TVResearcher

Can you gie me an intelligent answer as to why the first season was your favorite when there was no

Rollo/Esther/Grady/Bubba/Hutch/Leroy/

Talk to me-lol

The episodes

A matter of Life and Breath
Coffins for Sale
The Barracuda
TV or Not TV
The Suitcase Case
The Piano Movers

All hilarious episodes, And in the Barracuda episode Esther made an appearance. I don't know why you feel that just because the other members, who weren't even supporting cast members made the show funny or better. I think that Fred and Lamont on their own were a funny pair.

TVFactFan · 04-07-2006, 08:53 PM

[QUOTE=Brieannas21]The episodes

A matter of Life and Breath
Coffins for Sale
The Barracuda
TV or Not TV
The Suitcase Case
The Piano Movers

All hilarious episodes, And in the Barracuda episode Esther made an appearance. I don't know why you feel that just because the other members, who weren't even supporting cast members made the show funny or better. I think that Fred an
d Lamont on their own were a funny pair.[/QUOT

Wrong, Esther didn't come until season 2. And I can't believe the season 1 eps when Fred and Lamont had bills and when lamont got his own place is not on your list.

Brieannas21 · 04-07-2006, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by TVResearcher

Wrong, Esther didn't come until season 2. And I can't believe the season 1 eps when Fred and Lamont had bills and when lamont got his own place is not on your list.

The episode where Lamont gets his own apartment, I didn't like that episode all that much. For me the season that wasn't funny was the one where Fred is gone and Grady takes over.

dlemond · 04-07-2006, 11:06 PM

I agree that the supporting characters added the missing element to Sanford and Son, but I don't think the first season is bad at all.

I think that though it moves slow, there are some funny episodes and some definite character defining moments.

The Piano Movers is one of my favorite episodes.

I also liked Happy Birthday Pop, Here Comes the Bride, TV or No TV, and The Suitcase Case.

And I like some of the others that aren't as fresh in my mind.

I can see why some people don't like it compared to the rest of the season, but season 1 had it's own feel and element, and that was ok with me.

And Season 1 is better than Season 6.

tv star collector · 04-08-2006, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by TVResearcher

Slower feel is right. Sanford and Son should have been on PBS during season-1

Hey! PBS has aired some GREAT shows--what's wrong with PBS??

TVFactFan · 04-08-2006, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by dlemond

I agree that the supporting characters added the missing element to Sanford and Son, but I don't think the first season is bad at all.

I think that though it moves slow, there are some funny episodes and some definite character defining moments.

The Piano Movers is one of my favorite episodes.

I also liked Happy Birthday Pop, Here Comes the Bride, TV or No TV, and The Suitcase Case.

And I like some of the others that aren't as fresh in my mind.

I can see why some people don't like it compared to the rest of the season, but season 1 had it's own feel and element, and that was ok with me.

And Season 1 is better than Season 6.

The Spinoff "GRADY" and "SANFORD ARMS" is better than season 6 of Sanford and Son-lol

04-06-2006, 11:03 AM	#1
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Just Fred and Lamont early on? I watched a couple of episodes from the first season last night, and noticed that there were no other regular characters besides Fred and Lamont. One was when they both had that test done and Lamont thought he had TB. We only saw the nursing staff. The other was when Fred breaks Lamont's glass collection and fakes a burglary to cover it up. We only see cops that come to the house. When did the supporting characters start appearing, or maybe I just happened to catch two episodes with only Fred and Lamont

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gilligan fanatic Born to Be Bad Forum Fanatic Join Date: May 06, 2001 Location: down by the Lagoon Posts: 9,954	I know Melvin was in the first sesaon. The other white cop that came before Hoppy is either in the first or second but I can't remember.
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04-07-2006, 12:23 AM	#5
JeffRuss1972 70s Sitcoms Rule!!! Eternal Member Senior Member Join Date: Jul 11, 2005 Location: Villa Rica, GA Posts: 1,257	I always enjoyed season 1. Had some funny episodes.
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04-07-2006, 01:22 AM	#8
moeee Peanut Butter Ice Cream Pie Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 31, 2003 Posts: 40,094	Lamont was much meaner to Fred in season 1.

04-07-2006, 08:53 PM	#11
TVFactFan Member Forum Junkie Join Date: Aug 17, 2002 Posts: 99,125	[QUOTE=Brieannas21]The episodes A matter of Life and Breath Coffins for Sale The Barracuda TV or Not TV The Suitcase Case The Piano Movers All hilarious episodes, And in the Barracuda episode Esther made an appearance. I don't know why you feel that just because the other members, who weren't even supporting cast members made the show funny or better. I think that Fred an d Lamont on their own were a funny pair.[/QUOT Wrong, Esther didn't come until season 2. And I can't believe the season 1 eps when Fred and Lamont had bills and when lamont got his own place is not on your list.

04-07-2006, 11:06 PM	#13
dlemond Hey, I know you. Moderator Forum Veteran Join Date: Dec 03, 2001 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,751	I agree that the supporting characters added the missing element to Sanford and Son, but I don't think the first season is bad at all. I think that though it moves slow, there are some funny episodes and some definite character defining moments. The Piano Movers is one of my favorite episodes. I also liked Happy Birthday Pop, Here Comes the Bride, TV or No TV, and The Suitcase Case. And I like some of the others that aren't as fresh in my mind. I can see why some people don't like it compared to the rest of the season, but season 1 had it's own feel and element, and that was ok with me. And Season 1 is better than Season 6.