Ep 16. Denise Gets an Opinion

In The Cosby Show season 3 episode 16 titled "Denise Gets an Opinion", Denise Huxtable, the second daughter of the Huxtable family, is faced with the difficult decision of whether or not to attend college. Instead of asking advice from her parents, she turns to her college-aged friend, Cheryl, for guidance. Cheryl advises Denise to take a year off after high school to find herself and figure out what she really wants to do.

Denise takes Cheryl's advice and tells her parents that she wants to take a gap year. Her parents, Cliff and Clair Huxtable, are initially hesitant but ultimately agree to let her take the time off. However, Denise quickly realizes that taking a year off is not as easy as she thought it would be. She struggles to find a job and feels like she is wasting her time.

Meanwhile, Clair is busy with her own work at a law firm, where she is up for partner. She faces sexism and discrimination in the workplace, but is determined to prove herself and be successful. While dealing with her own struggles, Clair tries to help Denise navigate her gap year and advises her to find a job or volunteer to keep herself busy and gain experience.

Throughout the episode, Denise learns valuable lessons about responsibility and the importance of hard work, and ultimately decides to attend college the following year. The episode ends with Cliff and Clair discussing their own concerns and hopes for their children's futures, showing the love and support within the Huxtable family.

"Denise Gets an Opinion" is a poignant and relatable episode that explores the challenges and choices faced by young adults on the cusp of independence. With strong performances from the talented cast, the episode tackles themes of responsibility, motivation, and family dynamics in a thoughtful and entertaining way.