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All in the Family S9E21 — Edith Gets Fired
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All in the Family•Season 9•Episode 21

Edith Gets Fired

7.8/10 · 193 votesFeb 25, 197925 min

Ranked #7 of 27 in Season 9•+0.3 vs season avg

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When an ill woman tells Edith to let her die with dignity at the SunShine Home, the woman's family are furious after her death. The manager fires Edith for her selfishness, even though Edith honoured the woman's wish. Later that night, the woman's daughter thanks

Directed byPaul Bogart
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Carroll O'Connor

Carroll O'Connor

Archie Bunker

Jean Stapleton

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Danielle Brisebois

Danielle Brisebois

Stephanie Mills

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Paul Bogart

Paul Bogart

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Episode Summary

"Edith Gets Fired" is episode 21 of All in the Family season 9. It scored 7.8/10 from 193 votes, ranking #7 of 27 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by Paul Bogart, it aired on February 25, 1979.

Next: E22 · All in the Family Retrospective (1)Best of Season 9