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The Jeffersons S4E16 — Lionel Gets the Business
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The Jeffersons•Season 4•Episode 16

Lionel Gets the Business

7.5/10 · 99 votesJan 14, 197826 min

Ranked #10 of 23 in Season 4•+0.1 vs season avg

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George is ecstatic when Lionel joins the family business, however ecstatic is not the word to describe George when Lionel begins making major changes and even puts into effect a half price sale, a change that could put George out of business.

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Episode Summary

"Lionel Gets the Business" is episode 16 of The Jeffersons season 4. It scored 7.5/10 from 99 votes, ranking #10 of 23 episodes this season (season average 7.4). It aired on January 14, 1978.

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