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All in the Family S3E5 — Lionel Steps Out
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All in the Family•Season 3•Episode 5

Lionel Steps Out

8.4/10 · 320 votesOct 14, 197225 min

Ranked #5 of 24 in Season 3•+0.3 vs season avg

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Archie is aghast to find out that his visiting niece plans to go out dancing with Lionel Jefferson.

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Carroll O'Connor

Carroll O'Connor

Archie Bunker

Jean Stapleton

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Sally Struthers

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Gloria Stivic

Rob Reiner

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Episode Summary

"Lionel Steps Out" is episode 5 of All in the Family season 3. It scored 8.4/10 from 320 votes, ranking #5 of 24 episodes this season (season average 8.1). It aired on October 14, 1972.

Next: E6 · Edith Flips Her WigBest of Season 3