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The Jeffersons S10E12 — Getting Back to Basiks
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The Jeffersons•Season 10•Episode 12

Getting Back to Basiks

7.2/10 · 71 votesJan 8, 198425 min

Ranked #8 of 22 in Season 10•+0.1 vs season avg

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George needs a new gimmick for his dry cleaning business, so he decides to hire Walter, an artist, to put together a animated commercial. However, Walter's job with George is threatened when Louise discovers that he can't read.

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Episode Summary

"Getting Back to Basiks" is episode 12 of The Jeffersons season 10. It scored 7.2/10 from 71 votes, ranking #8 of 22 episodes this season (season average 7.1). It aired on January 8, 1984.

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