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The Cosby Show S2E17 — Play It Again, Russell
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The Cosby Show•Season 2•Episode 17

Play It Again, Russell

6.7/10 · 180 votesFeb 13, 198622 min

Ranked #25 of 25 in Season 2•−0.8 vs season avg

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Russell plays in a tribute with the band he played in years ago. Guest appearances by jazz musicians Tito Puente, Art Blakey, Percy Heath, Jimmy Heath, Tommy Flanagan, Eric Gale, Joe Wilder, Carlos Valdes ("Patato"), Bootsie Barnes, and Jimmy Oliver. Slide Hampton provided the audio

Directed byJay Sandrich
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Episode Summary

"Play It Again, Russell" is episode 17 of The Cosby Show season 2. It scored 6.7/10 from 180 votes, ranking #25 of 25 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by Jay Sandrich, it aired on February 13, 1986.

Next: E18 · A Touch of WonderBest of Season 2