The Bill Cosby Show (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Series · ★ 5.5
Released in 1969, The Bill Cosby Show is a comedy series.
What it’s about. The Bill Cosby Show is an American situation comedy that aired for two seasons on NBC's Sunday night schedule from 1969 until 1971, under the sponsorship of Procter & Gamble. There were 52 episodes made in the series. It marked Bill Cosby's first solo foray in television, after his co-starring role with Robert Culp in I Spy. The series also marked the first time an African American starred in his or her own eponymous comedy series.
Who’s in it. The Bill Cosby Show stars Bill Cosby as Chet Kincaid, Antonio Fargas as J.J., Ta-Tanisha as Georgianna Jones and Richard X. Slattery as Mr. Perry, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Bill Cosby Show has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bill Cosby Show page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bill Cosby Show tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bill Cosby Show (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bill Cosby Show change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bill Cosby Show worth watching?
- The Bill Cosby Show holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bill Cosby Show?
- The Bill Cosby Show stars Bill Cosby, Antonio Fargas, Ta-Tanisha, Richard X. Slattery and Eldon Quick.
- When was The Bill Cosby Show released?
- The Bill Cosby Show was released in 1969.