About this series
Buddies Raj, Rerun and Dwayne come of age in 1970s Los Angeles. The trio have a penchant for mischief and trying to find ways of getting rich quick. Almost always the trio's schemes wind up getting them into trouble and it's up to Raj's mother Mabel to get them out of it. Also, half of the time, the guys get into trouble because of Raj's bratty sister Dee.
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Quick facts
First Aired
1976
Seasons
3
Episodes
65
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.4/10
Votes
29
Genre
Comedy
Status
Canceled
Network
ABC
Director
Language
EN
Seasons
S01E01
The Runaway
Roger has to babysit Dee and miss the big party at Betty's. But where there's a will there's a way, though there may not be a way to explain to Mama where Dee disappeared to when R…
S01E02
The Birthday Present
Raj, Dwayne and Rerun set out to get a birthday present for Mama. But it doesn't go as smoothly as they expected and they find themselves in hot water with store security.
S01E03
When Daddy Comes Marching Home
After years of being away, Raj and Dee's shady father Bill returns for a short visit with a scheme in mind.
S01E04
My Three Tons
Rerun becomes the new member of a popular dance group and learns the hidden truth of their intentions of him being their latest initiate.
S01E05
Saturday's Hero
Rerun joins the floundering football team and becomes an instant hero. This leads to a swelled head and he begins to give Raj and Dwayne the cold shoulder, going so far as to give …
S01E06
The Burger Queen
Rerun has his heart set on getting the lead in a hamburger commercial. However, once down at the audition, the producers find Dee better suited despite the fact that she can't stan…
S01E07
Speak for Yourself, Dwayne
Dwayne has his eye on a new girl, Nancy, but he's too shy to talk to her, so he gets Raj too. However, that turns into a mistake as Raj falls for Nancy. Raj is left with guilt and …
S01E08
Shirley's Date
Raj has sold a kid's story to a children's magazine and to celebrate, throws a party. However, Shirley is reluctant to come because she doesn't want to show up without a date. This…
S01E09
Christmas
With Mama planning to work on Christmas, Raj and Dee agree to have Christmas dinner at Bill's apartment. However, Mama is able to get out of working at the last minute and soon dis…
S01E10
Puppy Love
Raj is tutoring Patrice Williams in exchange for one of the puppies that her dog is soon to have. Confusion erupts in the Thomas household, however, when Dee overhears a conversati…
S01E11
The Maid Did It
Mama is fired from her job as a maid for the Turner household after she's accused of stealing Mrs. Turner's diamond ring. Raj sets out to clear Mama and quickly discovers Mr. Turne…
S01E12
The Incomplete Shakespeare
Raj writes a story for a new TV show, Central Avenue, and can't wait to find out if the producers will buy it. However, he's in for a shock on the night the show premieres.
S01E13
The Hospital Stay
Raj lands in the hospital and is afraid to face impending surgery. Meanwhile, his roommate is a grouchy ex-baseball player whom Dee befriends and learns that he has kept up a bitte…
S01E14
The Sunday Father
Raj delights in playing practical jokes on his teacher, Miss Collins. But, when he goes overboard, he finds himself suspended and to avoid getting Mama involved, he turns to his fa…
S01E15
The Firing Squad
When the bank manager arrives at Rob's Place to discuss a loan application, Shirley insults him, which causes Rob to fire her. This leads Raj, Dwayne and Rerun to help Shirley find…
S01E16
The Boarder
Needing extra money, Mama takes on a boarder who will stay in Dee's room while she reluctantly agrees to share a room with Mama. Everyone's in for a surprise when Bill asks to take…
S01E17
Dwayne's Dilemma
Raj has been dying for a date with a girl but soon finds that in order to go out with her, he needs to find a date for her cousin. Dwayne agrees but soon finds himself to be a corn…
S01E18
The Tickets
Mama has two tickets to Stevie Wonder and she gives them to Raj. But now, Raj has one tough decision to make, to take Dwayne or Rerun.
S01E19
What's Wrong wiith Raj?
After a school lecture about hypertension, Raj begins spending more time down at the free clinic. This leads Dee to sneak a peek at his diary to see if she can find a clue to 'what…
S01E20
Nice Guys Finish Last
Dee receives a call from her prison pen pal, Judy Crane, who is getting out and needs a place to stay. Dee talks Mama into allowing Judy to stay with them, unknown to all of them t…
S01E21
From Here to Maternity
Shirley's excited when she gets a call from her sister, Norma, who's coming to visit. However, Shirley is in for a big surprise when she discovers Norma is six months pregnant and …
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male friendship
coming of age
working class
los angeles, california
based on movie
sitcom
black life
Questions about What's Happening!!
How many seasons does What's Happening!! have?
What's Happening!! has 3 seasons and 65 episodes total.
Who created What's Happening!!?
What's Happening!! was created by Eric Monte and first aired in 1976.
What genre is What's Happening!!?
What's Happening!! is a Comedy series.
Who stars in What's Happening!!?
The cast of What's Happening!! includes Ernest Lee Thomas, Haywood Nelson, Fred Berry, Danielle Spencer, Shirley Hemphill.
What is the TMDB rating for What's Happening!!?
What's Happening!! has a TMDB rating of 7.4/10 based on 29 votes.
