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All in the Family S4E20 — Lionel's Engagement
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All in the Family•Season 4•Episode 20

Lionel's Engagement

9.0/10 · 364 votesFeb 9, 197425 min

Ranked #1 of 24 in Season 4•+1.0 vs season avg

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The family attends Lionel's engagement party, where his parents discover that one of his fiancé's parents is white.

Directed byJohn Rich
Written byMichael Ross
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Carroll O'Connor

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Episode Summary

"Lionel's Engagement" is episode 20 of All in the Family season 4. It scored 9.0/10 from 364 votes, ranking #1 of 24 episodes this season (season average 8.0). Directed by John Rich and written by Michael Ross, it aired on February 9, 1974.

Next: E21 · Archie Eats and RunsBest of Season 4