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Season 3, 22 episodes

Episode 1: Sheila in the House
- Now playing
- 30m
- Aug 31, 1993
After being sentenced to prison for the attempted murder of a local drug dealer, Calvin asks Roc to take care of his 11 year old daughte, Sheila. Roc agrees to assume custody of Sheila as a favor to Calvin, whom he admires for his courage and sacrifice in wounding a powerful drug dealer. Roc learns that Sheila is angry with her father for leaving her homeless. Roc explains to Sheila that Calvin believes he was protecting her and the other neighborhood children by committing the crime.
Episode 2: The Garbageman's Apprentice
- 30m
- Sep 7, 1993
When Roc's crazy neighbor George is hired by the Sanitation Department, Roc is assigned to teach the annoying man how to be a garbage collector. Meanwhile, Joey persuades the Emersons' foster daughter Sheila to use the computer's mathematical probability program to determine the winning horses at the racetrack.
Episode 3: The Poker Hand That Rocks the Cradle
- 30m
- Sep 14, 1993
When Eleanor's baby party interferes with Roc's weekly poker game, the expectant couple worry that the baby may interfere in their fun and romance. Then Roc loses the money for Eleanor's anniversary gift in a game.
Episode 4: Joey the Bartender
- 30m
- Sep 21, 1993
Charlaine hires Joey to be a bartender at her restaurant, but he quickly demonstrates his irresponsibility by transforming it into a gambling casino.
Episode 5: Crime and Punishment
- 30m
- Sep 28, 1993
When Sheila is out two hours past her curfew, the family worries; and when she shows up, saying she lost track of time at the movies, Roc and Joey have to punish her.
Episode 6: Labor Intensive
- 30m
- Oct 5, 1993
When Roc finally realizes the importance of prenatal care for the health of their baby, he obsessively pampers Eleanor with food, exercise and music. Meanwhile, Joey and Andrew meet Al Fontaine, a dishonest acquaintance who enjoys gambling on silly stunts and party games. Joey tries to win back a large wager that he lost to Al in the past but is unsuccessful.
Episode 7: Unforgiven
- 30m
- Oct 12, 1993
When Andrew's goddaughter Nina comes to town, Andrew warns Joey to stay away from her. Joey agrees. Nina takes a shine to Joey, and has him show her the sights of the city. Then Nina seduces Joey back at her hotel room, and Joey naturally gives in despite his better judgement.
Episode 8: R.E.S.P.E.C.T.
- 30m
- Oct 19, 1993
Eleanor instructs Sheila on how to defend her dignity against sexist remarks made by a rude boy at school. Meanwhile, Andrew asks Joey to take his senior citizens group to the horse racing track. When Joey addresses the seniors about betting on horses, they criticize him for gambling instead of working at a job.
Episode 9: The Graduate
- 30m
- Nov 2, 1993
Roc wants a management job with the Sanitation Department, but he's lacking one qualification, a high school diploma. When he learns that he can get his diploma by achieving a good grade on the GED Test, Roc prepares for the examination with the help of his family.
Episode 10: Final Analysis
- 30m
- Nov 9, 1993
The therapist that Joey consults about his gambling addiction accuses Roc of being the problem. Meanwhile, Eleanor takes care of their crazy neighbor, George, when his guardian leaves town for a week.
Episode 11: He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father
- 30m
- Nov 16, 1993
As Sheila is about to celebrate her twelfth birthday, Roc wonders why she refuses to visit her father, Calvin, in prison. Meanwhile, the Emerson's doctor offers to reveal the sex of their baby, which is due to be born at any time. Eleanor insists that she wants to be surprised during the birth, but Roc is impatient to know what kinds of baby clothes and toys he should scavenge from his garbage route.
Episode 12: God Bless the Child
- 30m
- Nov 23, 1993
When Roc and Eleanor bring their new baby home from the hospital, Eleanor's mother, Margaret, immediately accuses Roc of raising the child incorrectly. Meanwhile, Joey arrives home wearing an expensive new suit. After confessing that he won a large amount of money by gambling, Roc accuses Joey of ignoring his promise not to gamble.
Episode 13: Shove It up Your Asprin
- 30m
- Dec 7, 1993
When Roc is burdened with an excessive hospital bill for the birth of his baby and Sheila's fractured arm, he leads an angry protest against the hospital's pricing policy.
Episode 14: Terence Got His Gun
- 30m
- Jan 4, 1994
Roc and Eleanor are outraged when they learn that Sheila's new friend, Terence, carries a handgun to school to defend himself against the violent gang members. Meanwhile, Joey organizes his musician friends to fund their own music school to educate and occupy the neighborhood children.
Episode 15: Citizen Roc (1)
- 30m
- Jan 11, 1994
Frustrated by the gang members and drug dealers in his neighborhood, Roc campaigns for political office to try and reduce the crime rate. (Part 1 of 2)
Episode 16: Citizen Roc (2)
- 30m
- Jan 18, 1994
A contributor to Roc's opponent may be linked to Andrew, who gets a visit from Roc's varied group of supporters. (Part 2 of 2)
Episode 17: No Place Like a Home
- 30m
- Feb 1, 1994
With the arrival of the new baby, Andrew feelis like a burden to the Emerson family and moves into the local senior citizens home. Joey volunteers to be the baby's guardian in Roc and Eleanor's will, and to prove that he isn't irresponsible, Joey cares for the baby in his apartment while Roc and Eleanor have a romantic evening together.
Episode 18: The Concert
- 30m
- Feb 8, 1994
Joey convinces Roc that he's learning to be more responsible when he produces a benefit concert for his new music school. Joey's efforts are threatened by a last-minute emergency, so his family lends him money -- while worrying that the funds might really be going to a bookie.
Episode 19: The Last Temptation of Roc
- 30m
- Feb 15, 1994
While attending a convention in Miami, Roc is romantically tempted by a former childhood friend, who is now a beautiful woman. After sharing an innocent day visiting local tourist attractions, Diane returns with Roc to the hotel lounge and they exchange a passionate kiss.
Episode 20: Brothers
- 30m
- Apr 5, 1994
Andrew's brother visits; Joey and Roc have a run-in with a drug dealer.
Episode 21: Emerson vs. Emerson
- 30m
- May 3, 1994
Eleanor tries to change Roc's bad habits; Joey seeks a date.
Episode 22: You Shouldn't Have to Lie
- 30m
- May 10, 1994
Roc gets a drug dealer to help a young hood; Eleanor learns that a friend's daughter is HIV-positive.

Roc

1991 to 1994
3 seasons
30m per episode
Drama
Comedy

7.8TMDB(13)

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Roc is an American comedy-drama television series which ran on Fox from August 1991 to May 1994. The series stars Charles S. Dutton as Baltimore garbage collector Roc Emerson and Ella Joyce as his wife Eleanor.

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Ran for 3 seasons and 72 episodes (1991 to 1994)
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Created by: Stan Daniels
Status: Ended
Seasons: 3
Episodes: 72
First aired: August 25, 1991
Last aired: May 10, 1994
Original language: English
Countries: US

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Season 3, 22 episodes

Episode 1: Sheila in the House
- Now playing
- 30m
- Aug 31, 1993
After being sentenced to prison for the attempted murder of a local drug dealer, Calvin asks Roc to take care of his 11 year old daughte, Sheila. Roc agrees to assume custody of Sheila as a favor to Calvin, whom he admires for his courage and sacrifice in wounding a powerful drug dealer. Roc learns that Sheila is angry with her father for leaving her homeless. Roc explains to Sheila that Calvin believes he was protecting her and the other neighborhood children by committing the crime.
Episode 2: The Garbageman's Apprentice
- 30m
- Sep 7, 1993
When Roc's crazy neighbor George is hired by the Sanitation Department, Roc is assigned to teach the annoying man how to be a garbage collector. Meanwhile, Joey persuades the Emersons' foster daughter Sheila to use the computer's mathematical probability program to determine the winning horses at the racetrack.
Episode 3: The Poker Hand That Rocks the Cradle
- 30m
- Sep 14, 1993
When Eleanor's baby party interferes with Roc's weekly poker game, the expectant couple worry that the baby may interfere in their fun and romance. Then Roc loses the money for Eleanor's anniversary gift in a game.
Episode 4: Joey the Bartender
- 30m
- Sep 21, 1993
Charlaine hires Joey to be a bartender at her restaurant, but he quickly demonstrates his irresponsibility by transforming it into a gambling casino.
Episode 5: Crime and Punishment
- 30m
- Sep 28, 1993
When Sheila is out two hours past her curfew, the family worries; and when she shows up, saying she lost track of time at the movies, Roc and Joey have to punish her.
Episode 6: Labor Intensive
- 30m
- Oct 5, 1993
When Roc finally realizes the importance of prenatal care for the health of their baby, he obsessively pampers Eleanor with food, exercise and music. Meanwhile, Joey and Andrew meet Al Fontaine, a dishonest acquaintance who enjoys gambling on silly stunts and party games. Joey tries to win back a large wager that he lost to Al in the past but is unsuccessful.
Episode 7: Unforgiven
- 30m
- Oct 12, 1993
When Andrew's goddaughter Nina comes to town, Andrew warns Joey to stay away from her. Joey agrees. Nina takes a shine to Joey, and has him show her the sights of the city. Then Nina seduces Joey back at her hotel room, and Joey naturally gives in despite his better judgement.
Episode 8: R.E.S.P.E.C.T.
- 30m
- Oct 19, 1993
Eleanor instructs Sheila on how to defend her dignity against sexist remarks made by a rude boy at school. Meanwhile, Andrew asks Joey to take his senior citizens group to the horse racing track. When Joey addresses the seniors about betting on horses, they criticize him for gambling instead of working at a job.
Episode 9: The Graduate
- 30m
- Nov 2, 1993
Roc wants a management job with the Sanitation Department, but he's lacking one qualification, a high school diploma. When he learns that he can get his diploma by achieving a good grade on the GED Test, Roc prepares for the examination with the help of his family.
Episode 10: Final Analysis
- 30m
- Nov 9, 1993
The therapist that Joey consults about his gambling addiction accuses Roc of being the problem. Meanwhile, Eleanor takes care of their crazy neighbor, George, when his guardian leaves town for a week.
Episode 11: He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father
- 30m
- Nov 16, 1993
As Sheila is about to celebrate her twelfth birthday, Roc wonders why she refuses to visit her father, Calvin, in prison. Meanwhile, the Emerson's doctor offers to reveal the sex of their baby, which is due to be born at any time. Eleanor insists that she wants to be surprised during the birth, but Roc is impatient to know what kinds of baby clothes and toys he should scavenge from his garbage route.
Episode 12: God Bless the Child
- 30m
- Nov 23, 1993
When Roc and Eleanor bring their new baby home from the hospital, Eleanor's mother, Margaret, immediately accuses Roc of raising the child incorrectly. Meanwhile, Joey arrives home wearing an expensive new suit. After confessing that he won a large amount of money by gambling, Roc accuses Joey of ignoring his promise not to gamble.
Episode 13: Shove It up Your Asprin
- 30m
- Dec 7, 1993
When Roc is burdened with an excessive hospital bill for the birth of his baby and Sheila's fractured arm, he leads an angry protest against the hospital's pricing policy.
Episode 14: Terence Got His Gun
- 30m
- Jan 4, 1994
Roc and Eleanor are outraged when they learn that Sheila's new friend, Terence, carries a handgun to school to defend himself against the violent gang members. Meanwhile, Joey organizes his musician friends to fund their own music school to educate and occupy the neighborhood children.
Episode 15: Citizen Roc (1)
- 30m
- Jan 11, 1994
Frustrated by the gang members and drug dealers in his neighborhood, Roc campaigns for political office to try and reduce the crime rate. (Part 1 of 2)
Episode 16: Citizen Roc (2)
- 30m
- Jan 18, 1994
A contributor to Roc's opponent may be linked to Andrew, who gets a visit from Roc's varied group of supporters. (Part 2 of 2)
Episode 17: No Place Like a Home
- 30m
- Feb 1, 1994
With the arrival of the new baby, Andrew feelis like a burden to the Emerson family and moves into the local senior citizens home. Joey volunteers to be the baby's guardian in Roc and Eleanor's will, and to prove that he isn't irresponsible, Joey cares for the baby in his apartment while Roc and Eleanor have a romantic evening together.
Episode 18: The Concert
- 30m
- Feb 8, 1994
Joey convinces Roc that he's learning to be more responsible when he produces a benefit concert for his new music school. Joey's efforts are threatened by a last-minute emergency, so his family lends him money -- while worrying that the funds might really be going to a bookie.
Episode 19: The Last Temptation of Roc
- 30m
- Feb 15, 1994
While attending a convention in Miami, Roc is romantically tempted by a former childhood friend, who is now a beautiful woman. After sharing an innocent day visiting local tourist attractions, Diane returns with Roc to the hotel lounge and they exchange a passionate kiss.
Episode 20: Brothers
- 30m
- Apr 5, 1994
Andrew's brother visits; Joey and Roc have a run-in with a drug dealer.
Episode 21: Emerson vs. Emerson
- 30m
- May 3, 1994
Eleanor tries to change Roc's bad habits; Joey seeks a date.
Episode 22: You Shouldn't Have to Lie
- 30m
- May 10, 1994
Roc gets a drug dealer to help a young hood; Eleanor learns that a friend's daughter is HIV-positive.

Episodes

E1 Episode 1: Sheila in the House

E2 Episode 2: The Garbageman's Apprentice

E3 Episode 3: The Poker Hand That Rocks the Cradle

E4 Episode 4: Joey the Bartender

E5 Episode 5: Crime and Punishment

E6 Episode 6: Labor Intensive

E7 Episode 7: Unforgiven

E8 Episode 8: R.E.S.P.E.C.T.

E9 Episode 9: The Graduate

E10 Episode 10: Final Analysis

E11 Episode 11: He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father

E12 Episode 12: God Bless the Child

E13 Episode 13: Shove It up Your Asprin

E14 Episode 14: Terence Got His Gun

E15 Episode 15: Citizen Roc (1)

E16 Episode 16: Citizen Roc (2)

E17 Episode 17: No Place Like a Home

E18 Episode 18: The Concert

E19 Episode 19: The Last Temptation of Roc

E20 Episode 20: Brothers

E21 Episode 21: Emerson vs. Emerson

E22 Episode 22: You Shouldn't Have to Lie

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E1 Episode 1: Sheila in the House

E2 Episode 2: The Garbageman's Apprentice

E3 Episode 3: The Poker Hand That Rocks the Cradle

E4 Episode 4: Joey the Bartender

E5 Episode 5: Crime and Punishment

E6 Episode 6: Labor Intensive

E7 Episode 7: Unforgiven

E8 Episode 8: R.E.S.P.E.C.T.

E9 Episode 9: The Graduate

E10 Episode 10: Final Analysis

E11 Episode 11: He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father

E12 Episode 12: God Bless the Child

E13 Episode 13: Shove It up Your Asprin

E14 Episode 14: Terence Got His Gun

E15 Episode 15: Citizen Roc (1)

E16 Episode 16: Citizen Roc (2)

E17 Episode 17: No Place Like a Home

E18 Episode 18: The Concert

E19 Episode 19: The Last Temptation of Roc

E20 Episode 20: Brothers

E21 Episode 21: Emerson vs. Emerson

E22 Episode 22: You Shouldn't Have to Lie

Fun facts

Episode 1: Sheila in the House

Episode 2: The Garbageman's Apprentice

Episode 3: The Poker Hand That Rocks the Cradle

Episode 4: Joey the Bartender

Episode 5: Crime and Punishment

Episode 6: Labor Intensive

Episode 7: Unforgiven

Episode 8: R.E.S.P.E.C.T.

Episode 9: The Graduate

Episode 10: Final Analysis

Episode 11: He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father

Episode 12: God Bless the Child

Episode 13: Shove It up Your Asprin

Episode 14: Terence Got His Gun

Episode 15: Citizen Roc (1)

Episode 16: Citizen Roc (2)

Episode 17: No Place Like a Home

Episode 18: The Concert

Episode 19: The Last Temptation of Roc

Episode 20: Brothers

Episode 21: Emerson vs. Emerson

Episode 22: You Shouldn't Have to Lie

Episode 1: Sheila in the House

Episode 2: The Garbageman's Apprentice

Episode 3: The Poker Hand That Rocks the Cradle

Episode 4: Joey the Bartender

Episode 5: Crime and Punishment

Episode 6: Labor Intensive

Episode 7: Unforgiven

Episode 8: R.E.S.P.E.C.T.

Episode 9: The Graduate

Episode 10: Final Analysis

Episode 11: He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father

Episode 12: God Bless the Child

Episode 13: Shove It up Your Asprin

Episode 14: Terence Got His Gun

Episode 15: Citizen Roc (1)

Episode 16: Citizen Roc (2)

Episode 17: No Place Like a Home

Episode 18: The Concert

Episode 19: The Last Temptation of Roc

Episode 20: Brothers

Episode 21: Emerson vs. Emerson

Episode 22: You Shouldn't Have to Lie