Father and Son Day

Season 2, Episode 10, Aired
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Willis' cut-throat competitiveness with another boy at his gym leads him to a decision that he will very much regret, especially after it hurts Mr. Drummond and gives Arnold the right to say "I told you so." Baseball great Reggie Jackson makes his acting debut playing a key, but unsuspecting role in Willis' questionable scheme.moreless
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      • After meeting James' father, Arnold refers to Phil as "Mr. D." instead of "Dad". Edit

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      • This episode was videotaped on November 9, 1979. Edit
      • Charlotte Rae does not appear in this episode. Edit
      • From this episode on, Arnold and Willis addressed Mr. Drummond as "Dad", since he legally adopted them in the previous episode. Edit

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      • Arnold: Remember, it's not whether you win or lose; it's how you play the game. And what's important is to play the game so that you win. Edit

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