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Rhoda S1E24 — Ida, the Elf
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Rhoda•Season 1•Episode 24

Ida, the Elf

8.1/10 · 56 votesMar 3, 197530 min

Ranked #9 of 24 in Season 1•+0.3 vs season avg

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Bored with her life, Rhoda's mother Ida decides to become a ""now"" woman and surprises Rhoda and Brenda by announcing she's launched a whole new career.

Directed byRobert Moore
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Valerie Harper

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Rhoda Morgenstern

Julie Kavner

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Episode Summary

"Ida, the Elf" is episode 24 of Rhoda season 1. It scored 8.1/10 from 56 votes, ranking #9 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Robert Moore, it aired on March 3, 1975.

Next: E25 · Along Comes MaryBest of Season 1