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Season 2 (1979)

The second season of Taxi aired on ABC from September 11, 1979 to May 13, 1980.

Release date: 1979-09-11

User rating:

7.5 / 10

Writers: Earl Pomerantz, Dennis Danzinger, Ed. Weinberger, Holly Holmberg Brooks, Stan Daniels, Ian Praiser, Michael J. Leeson, Ellen Sandler, David Davis, Barton Dean

Episodes (24):

1. Louie and the Nice Girl

Louie takes out a female vending-machine mechanic--and then brags about their sexual adventures.

2. Honor Thy Father

The cabbies are disturbed by Alex's nonchalance when confronted with the news of his father's heart attack.

3. Reverend Jim: A Space Odyssey

The drivers try to make a cabbie out of a refugee from the '60s who hasn't quite put his life together.

4. Nardo Loses Her Marbles

Working two jobs and raising her kids takes its toll on Elaine, who seems to be losing her marbles.

5. Wherefore Art Thou, Bobby?

Bobby questions his luck when a friend passing through town lands an off-Broadway role.

6. The Lighter Side of Angela Matusa

Alex renews his acquaintance with a once-overweight woman who has lost weight and yearns for romance.

7. A Woman Between Friends

Bobby and Tony compete for the same woman.

8. The Great Race

Alex and Louie compete to see who can haul in the most money during an eight-hour tour on the streets.

9. The Apartment

Latka finds a penthouse renting for $3000 a month (maid included).

10. Alex's Romance

Alex tries to console an unemployed actress and winds up romancing her.

11. Latka's Revolting

Latka plans to return to his homeland to fight in a revolution.

12. Elaine's Secret Admirer

Elaine is curious about a secret admirer who sends her love poems.

13. Louie Meets the Folks

Nervous about meeting his girlfriend's parents, Louie hires Alex for moral support.

14. Jim Gets a Pet

Jim invests his race-track winnings in a lame horse that he wants to set free--in New York City.

15. The Reluctant Fighter

Tony faces a bout with a champ who has dedicated his fight to a disabled youth.

16. Tony and Brian

Tony wants to adopt a boy who would rather live with a wealthy couple.

17. Guess Who's Coming for Brefnish

Latka falls in love with a woman from his homeland.

18. What Price Bobby?

An agent agrees to represent Bobby and expects him to be her lover.

19. Shut It Down (1)

To settle the cabbies' strike, Elaine agrees to date Louie.

20. Shut It Down (2)

Elaine endures a date with Louie to end the cabbies' strike.

21. Alex Jumps Out of an Airplane

Alex survives a daring ski jump and finds the thrill addictive.

22. Art Work

On Elaine's advice, the cabbies pool their money to buy a painting.

23. Fantasy Borough (1)

Photos left in Tony's cab by Herve Villechaize of "Fantasy Island" prompt the cabbies to indulge in their own fantasies.

24. Fantasy Borough (2)

The cabbies continue with their fantasies--except Alex, who can't imagine a problem-free situation.

Cast

as Elaine O'Connor-Nardo

Crew - click here to expand

Earl Pomerantz - Writer, Dennis Danzinger - Writer, Sam Simon - Producer, Ed. Weinberger - Writer, David Davis - Executive Producer, Holly Holmberg Brooks - Writer, Howard Gewirtz - Producer, Stan Daniels - Writer, Ian Praiser - Writer, Michael J. Leeson - Writer, James L. Brooks - Executive Producer, Ed. Weinberger - Executive Producer, Stan Daniels - Executive Producer, Ellen Sandler - Writer, Ken Estin - Producer, Ian Praiser - Producer, Glen Charles - Producer, David Davis - Writer, Richard Sakai - Producer, Eileen Brennan - Producer, Barton Dean - Writer, Les Charles - Producer, Bob James - Original Music Composer