Sanford and Son S5E17 — The TV Addict
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Sanford and Son•Season 5•Episode 17

The TV Addict

7.3/10 · 138 votesJan 30, 197630 min

Ranked #14 of 24 in Season 5•matches the season avg

Discussion

Fred has been watching way too much television and Lamont suggests that he go out and get some exercise. Fred scoffs and refuses which leads to an argument which results in the television breaking. Lamont refuses to get it fixed until Fred agrees

Directed byMark Warren
Written byJerry Ross
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Episode Summary

"The TV Addict" is episode 17 of Sanford and Son season 5. It scored 7.3/10 from 138 votes, ranking #14 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.3). Directed by Mark Warren and written by Jerry Ross, it aired on January 30, 1976.

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