Cosby (1996–2000)

Hilton Lucas was forced by his employer to retire. His wife has trouble with him always being at home and so does he.

Stars:

Bill Cosby, Doug E. Doug, T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh

Won 1 Primetime Emmy. Another 8 wins & 12 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Bill Cosby	...	Hilton Lucas (95 episodes, 1996-2000)
Doug E. Doug	...	Griffin Vesey (94 episodes, 1996-2000)
T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh	...	Erica Lucas (94 episodes, 1996-2000)
Phylicia Rashad	...	Ruth Lucas (92 episodes, 1996-2000)
Madeline Kahn	...	Pauline Fox (60 episodes, 1996-1999)

Storyline

Hilton Lucas was forced by his employer to retire. His wife has trouble with him always being at home and so does he.

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Plot Keywords:

african american | laugh track | marriage | remake | husband wife relationship | 

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Genres:

Comedy

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

16 September 1996 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Kaufman Astoria Studios - 3412 36th Street, Astoria, Queens, New York City, New York, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Bill Cosby, Carsey-Werner Company

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Trivia

Originally Telma Hopkins was cast as Ruth, but Bill Cosby gave the role to Phylicia Rashad. Some believe it was in hopes of recapturing the magic The Cosby Show had, but it was because Hopkins didn't react well to Cosby's tendency to ad-lib.

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Quotes

Hilton: What do you want me to do?
Ruth: Kiss me, you fool!

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Connections

Referenced in Becker: Drive, They Said (1999)

User Reviews

One of the best shows I've seen in a while.

I loved this show, and I happen to believe it was BETTER than its' predecessor. Several elements have lead me to this conclusion. The show's dialogue leads you to believe that the show is scripted, but improvised as well. Take a look at some of the conversations between Hilton & Griffin. Especially my favorite on the airline freebies & "Tiny Wine". I also loved the asides Cosby's "Hilton" took to the audience on set & at home. It helped you get your bearings into the upcoming scene. These blend into a believeable atmosphere. The Late Madeline Kahn was great as Pauline in her rambling, eccentric role. I'm just grateful this show is back on in syndication in Houston on UPN 20 for 1 Hour, and on TBS at 11:30E/10:30C