Episode
Sesame Street: Oscar hides
Overview
Oscar retreats to his trash can seeking peace from Sesame Street's cheerfulness. His neighbors' repeated attempts to find him create funny situations that eventually bring him back out. Sponsors: C, S, 5
Details
- Series
- Sesame Street
- Season
- Season 16
- Episode
- Episode 26
- Air date
- 1984-12-24
Episode context
Oscar hides is Episode 26 in Season 16 of Sesame Street. It aired on 1984-12-24.
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Episode 25: The Robinsons go on a grouchy double-date
Gordon and Susan go on a double date with Oscar and another grouch, creating comedic clashes between their nice nature and grouch personality. The mismatched group learns to appreciate their differences.
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Episode 27: Getting Spot back into Oscar's can
Oscar's dog Spot escapes and the neighborhood launches a playful chase to recapture him. Spot's cleverness keeps everyone guessing as he outsmarts each rescue attempt.
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