Ep 6. Jefferson vs. Jefferson

George Jefferson is known for being confident, brash, and sometimes even arrogant. But in the season 2 episode titled "Jefferson vs. Jefferson," it's time for him to put his money where his mouth is. It all starts when an old childhood friend named Eddie shows up unexpectedly at the Jeffersons' doorstep.

Eddie is down on his luck and homeless, and George can't resist poking fun at him for it. But when Louise suggests they invite Eddie to stay with them for a little while, George insists that he's not a charity case and that he can take care of himself. He even goes as far as to make a bet with Louise that he can support Eddie financially without losing any money.

The show takes on a comedic tone as George tries to find ways to help Eddie without actually giving him money. He tries to get Eddie a job at the dry cleaners, but Eddie is allergic to the chemicals. Then, he tries to set Eddie up with a job selling household products, but Eddie proves to be a terrible salesman.

The tension between George and Eddie begins to escalate as George becomes more and more frustrated with Eddie's inability to get on his feet. Meanwhile, Louise is trying to keep the peace and make sure that their friendship with Eddie doesn't suffer.

As the episode progresses, it becomes clear that the real competition is not between George and Eddie, but between different versions of George himself. George is torn between his desire to help his friend and his fear of losing face and appearing weak.

The stakes are raised when George's accountant tells him that he needs to start making some significant cutbacks if he wants to stay afloat financially. Suddenly, the bet he made with Louise doesn't seem so harmless anymore.

Things come to a head when Eddie comes clean about a gambling habit that has left him in serious debt. George is furious at being kept in the dark and accuses Eddie of taking advantage of their friendship. The two men have a heated argument, and it seems like their friendship may be irreparably damaged.

As the episode draws to a close, there are two big questions on everyone's minds. Will George be able to forgive Eddie and salvage their relationship? And more importantly, will he be able to come out on top in the bet he made with Louise?

"Jefferson vs. Jefferson" is a classic episode of The Jeffersons that showcases the show's trademark mix of social commentary and humor. It raises important questions about the meaning of friendship, the importance of integrity, and the dangers of pride. It also features strong performances from the entire cast, with Sherman Hemsley shining as the always entertaining George Jefferson.