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GIMME A BREAK! · SEASON 3 · EPISODE 13

Gimme a Break! S03E13 Samantha's Protest

Jan 19, 1984 30 MIN NBC

The episode in brief

Samantha protests against demolition of an historic Spanish site after Nell tells her she did the same thing in Alabama when whites would not serve blacks. When the cheif and Officer Simpson arrive at the scene, the mob doesn't move, and they are all arrested, including the entire Kanisky family, who decides to step in and help Samantha protest. In the end, the site is saved from demolition, everyone is still mad at the cheif for arresting them, and they finally realize that he was only doing his job.

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Where to watch S03E13

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S03E13 FAQ

When did Gimme a Break! S03E13 air?

Gimme a Break! S03E13 (“Samantha's Protest”) first aired on January 19, 1984.

Where can I watch Gimme a Break! S03E13?

In the US, Gimme a Break! season 3 — including this episode — is available on The Roku Channel.

EPISODE FACTS
SEASONSeason 3
EPISODES03E13
AIREDJan 19, 1984
NETWORKNBC
RUNTIME30 min
WHERE TO WATCH
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