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51.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Alone in a Crowd
(1982)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Bruno is afraid of performing in public and must learn to overcome his fears.
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 54
52.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
And the Winner Is....
(1982)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Bruno's script is chosen to be produced and he is given the chance to choose the cast. Unfortunately he can't make up his mind as to whom to choose.
Director: Marc Daniels | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 35
53.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Appearances
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Holly and Christopher are cast as lovers in a play, while Danny helps a girl trying to avoid returning to the Soviet Union by becoming a dance student.
Director: William F. Claxton | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 18
54.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Beginnings
(1982)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Students cry racism when a ballet teacher won't let Leroy's girlfriend have a solo part.
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 38
55.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Blizzard
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
A broken furnace and a prowler are two of the problems facing those stranded at the school by a blizzard.
Director: William F. Claxton | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Cynthia Gibb, Albert Hague
Votes: 25
56.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Blood, Sweat and Circuits
(1983)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Bruno accepts a challenge from Miss Sherwood to try to create "art" from a computer and when the school acquires one, he's delighted, until he learns that the machine's purpose is to replace Mrs. Berg.
Director: Richard Kinon | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 31
57.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Bottle of Blues
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Doris tries to get everyone to help her cure her old boyfriend of his alcoholism.
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 18
58.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Break Dance
(1983)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Chris and Michael coach two rival gangs, who agree to settle their differences with a break dance competition. While Coco leaves school to pursue her career.
Director: Michael Peters | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 21
59.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Bronco Bob Rides Again
(1985)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Danny meets his hero Bronco Bob from the old western movies. When he finds that Bronco is down on his luck and on the verge of losing his prized horse Prince the Miracle Horse to ... See full summary »
Director: Allan Arkush | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Loretta Chandler, Cynthia Gibb
Votes: 16
60.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
But Seriously Folks
(1982)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Danny starts taking caffeine pills to juggle school and his new midnight gig at a comedy club. Meanwhile Doris has her first screen-test for a hamburger commercial.
Director: Alan J. Levi | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 49
61.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Catch a Falling Star
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Leroy and Reardon team up to try to rehabilitate a wine derelict who was once a top night club performer with Leroy's late uncle.
Director: Richard Kinon | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 19
62.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Childhood's End
(1982)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Music, Musical
When her grandmother dies, Coco questions her decision to become a performer. The kids attempt to find Julie's stolen cello.
Director: Marc Daniels | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 35
63.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Class Act
(1982)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
A famous dancer visits the school wooing Lydia but not having the same compassion for her students
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 34
64.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Coco Returns
(1985)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
A retired director working on a student production clashes with Coco---who has just returned after being "out there" on her own.
Director: Debbie Allen | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Cynthia Gibb, Albert Hague
Votes: 26
65.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Come One, Come All
(1982)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Montgomery's mother, a famous movie star, has agreed to direct the school variety show. The only problem is she wants to use it to showcase herself.
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 47
66.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Consequences
(1983)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Danny is forced to choose between friends when he discovers Chris cheated on a test, using Holly's answers.
Director: Michael A. Hoey | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 25
67.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Czech-Mate
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Christopher falls hard for a visiting Czech student; Leroy tries to avoid a new admirer; Doris runs for student-body president.
Director: William F. Claxton | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Cynthia Gibb, Albert Hague
Votes: 21
68.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Danny De Bergerac
(1985)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Danny falls for Nicole while trying to smooth things between her and Jesse; Morloch gets a second chance with his college sweetheart.
Director: Arthur Allan Seidelman | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Cynthia Gibb, Albert Hague
Votes: 17
69.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Dreams
(1985)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
The kids learn that Jesse is an illegal alien, and Immigration Service plans to have him deported. Jesse has to prove to Immigration Service that he has the "talent" to stay.
Director: Ken Ehrlich | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Cynthia Gibb, Albert Hague
Votes: 18
70.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Ending on a High Note
(1983)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
In order to appear in a show with a famous actor, Leroy and Danny become involved coaching a boys' choir in basketball.
Director: Jack Bender | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 29
71.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Equals
(1984)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Holly becomes interested in a voice coach who is in a wheelchair.
Director: Michael Peters | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 22
72.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Exposé
(1982)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
When Julie gets replaced by a mannequin in a production number, she feels unimportant until a reporter threatens to do an expose on her.
Director: Harry Harris | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 45
73.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Feelings
(1982)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Julie's dad is getting remarried, and Julie does not like it one bit. Also, Leroy tries out for a touring dance troupe.
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 34
74.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Friendship Day
(1983)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Preparations for "Friendship Day" at School of the Arts has put everyone at odds with each other.
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 25
75.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Gonna Learn How to Fly: Part 1
(1983)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Music, Musical
The excitement of a new school year is dampened when Bruno's father suddenly dies and he is forced to drop out of school.
Director: William F. Claxton | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 26
76.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Gonna Learn How to Fly: Part 2
(1983)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Leroy and Christopher try to settle their differences in a fist fight, while Bruno gets a waiters job where he can also play his music.
Director: William F. Claxton | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 24
77.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Hail to the Chief
(1983)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Problems occur when the President of the United States decides to visit a benefit show at the school.
Director: Robert C. Thompson | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 25
78.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Heritage
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Lydia teaches a dance class to a basketball team, while Shorofsky asks Doris to perform for a Holocaust Survivors reunion.
Director: Michael A. Hoey | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 18
79.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
His Majesty Donlon
(1985)
TV-14 | Drama, Music, Musical
Prince Freddy of Vatonia visits New York City to make a speech for a United Nations' event. When the prince's life is threatened, Christopher, the prince's perfect look-a-like, is chosen to... See full summary »
Director: Michael A. Hoey | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Loretta Chandler, Cynthia Gibb
Votes: 16
80.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Home Again
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
A new substitute teacher has a secret. She used to be this famous singer, and only Dwight remembers her past.
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 17
81.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Homecoming
(1982)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Doris tries to reunite her father and brother after years of apart, while the students share Miss Grant's need to impress her former teacher.
Director: Peter Levin | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 29
82.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
I Never Danced for My Father
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Leroy won't let his estranged father back into his life. Meanwhile, Danny can't get his father to support his career choice.
Director: Kevin Hooks | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Cynthia Gibb, Albert Hague
Votes: 17
83.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Indian Summer
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Doris and Danny console each other over sour flings; Love holds surprise for both Sherwood and Leroy; Holly sets her sights on an older man.
Director: William F. Claxton | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Cynthia Gibb, Albert Hague
Votes: 22
84.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Knockout
(1983)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Leroy helps Sherwood learn how to talk jive, so she could reach a student with a problem; and helps Billy Hall become a better dancer.
Director: William F. Claxton | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 24
85.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Lisa's Song
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Doris is contacted by a ghost during rehearsals of a play. The ghost needs Doris' help to finish her role, so she can rest in peace.
Director: Debbie Allen | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 23
86.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Love Is the Question
(1983)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
A young man learns about friendship and trust when he finds himself in love with Julie Miller.
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 32
87.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Not in Kansas Anymore
(1983)
TV-14 | 48 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Doris slips, hits her head and dreams she's entered the "Land of Oz".
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 35
88.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Parent's Week
(1985)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Nicole has a difficult time dealing with the pressure her parents are putting on her; Meanwhile Danny's parents decide to get divorced.
Director: Michael A. Hoey | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Cynthia Gibb, Albert Hague
Votes: 17
89.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Passing Grade
(1982)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Coco and Lydia vie for a part in a show. Danny wants to meet Johnny Carson and becomes a waiter.
Director: Nicholas Sgarro | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 68
90.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Reflections
(1985)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Holly's despair over her parents' marriage causes her to become anorexic; Doris decides on a Hawaiian theme for the school's Prom.
Director: Valerie Landsburg | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Cynthia Gibb, Albert Hague
Votes: 24
91.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Reunions
(1982)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Leroy wants his mom to come to the last show of year but she is in Detroit. Shorofsky's old flame visits and tells the students about the Holocaust.
Director: John Patterson | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 41
92.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Rules
(1983)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Bruno falls for Lisa Connors, who just happens to be Shorofsky's student teacher.
Director: Marc Daniels | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 26
93.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Savage Streets
(1985)
TV-14 | Drama, Music, Musical
When violence erupts among neighborhood gang rivals, The Ravens and the Skulls, the Ravens' leader asks Jesse to join their gang. Although unwilling initially, when The Skulls' leader kills... See full summary »
Director: Nicholas Sgarro | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Loretta Chandler, Cynthia Gibb
Votes: 18
94.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Secrets
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
An undercover narcotics officer becomes a student at the school to the dislikes of Miss Grant and others.
Director: Victor French | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 21
95.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Selling Out
(1985)
TV-14 | Drama, Music, Musical
Jesse wins a song-writing contest but struggles with remaining true to himself when a couple of big-shots try to re-write his work. Mr. Shorofsky has to decide whether to let a mediocre ... See full summary »
Director: Ray Danton | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Loretta Chandler, Cynthia Gibb
Votes: 17
96.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Sheer Will
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
The kids discover Danny has leukemia, and they try to help him make the decision to fight it.
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 19
97.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Signs
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Chris temporarily goes deaf and learns how to ask for help at his new school. While Doris works with some deaf children.
Director: William F. Claxton | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel
Votes: 17
98.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Solo Song
(1982)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
A blind substitute teacher interferes with Lydia's preparation for a performance that the school board will attend.
Director: Mel Swope | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 33
99.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
U.N. Week
(1983)
TV-14 | 49 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Students from "a more academically prestigious" school visit the School of the Arts for U.N Week and act snobbishly towards the kids.
Director: Mel Swope | Stars: Debbie Allen, Lee Curreri, Erica Gimpel, Albert Hague
Votes: 30
100.
Fame (1982–1987)
Episode:
Spontaneous Combustion
(1984)
TV-14 | 47 min | Drama, Music, Musical
Leroy makes the biggest sacrifice of those protesting a directive prohibiting dancing and singing in the halls.
Director: Michael A. Hoey | Stars: Debbie Allen, Jesse Borrego, Cynthia Gibb, Albert Hague
Votes: 22