What's Happening!!

What's Happening!! (1976-1979)

EndedScripted showComedy

The misadventures of three black teens, Roger, Dwayne and Rerun, in 1970s L.A.

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Scheduleevery Thursday, Friday, Saturday (30 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E22The Benefit ShowApr. 28, 1979
S03E21Dwayne's DebateApr. 21, 1979
S03E20First Class CoachApr. 7, 1979
S03E19The Last PageMärz 31, 1979
S03E18The Thomas TreasureMärz 16, 1979
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What's Happening!! premiere?

The show premiered on August 5, 1976.

Who created the show?

The show was created by Eric Monte and Mike Evans.

What was the show's original title?

The show's original title was "What's Happening!! Now".

What is the show about?

The show is about the lives of three African American teenagers growing up in Los Angeles.

Who played the lead character, Roger Thomas?

Roger Thomas was played by Ernest Thomas.

Who played the character of Raj?

Raj was played by Fred Berry.

Who played the character of Rerun?

Rerun was played by Fred Berry.

What was Rerun's real name?

Rerun's real name was Fred Fredericks.

Who played the character of Shirley?

Shirley was played by Shirley Hemphill.

Who played the character of Dee?

Dee was played by Danielle Spencer.

What was Rerun's signature dance move?

Rerun's signature dance move was "The Beret".

How many episodes were produced in the first season?

The first season produced 21 episodes.

Who was the show's executive producer?

The show's executive producer was Bud Yorkin.

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