Good Times | Florida Gets A New Job With Gary's Help | Classic TV Rewind

Florida (Esther Rolle) applies for a job as a bus driver and with the help of little Gary (Gary Coleman), she gets it.
From Season 6, Episode 5 'Florida Gets a Job' - Jobs are scarce for Florida and JJ. An ad for a school bus driver catches Florida's eye, but she finds it has strings attached for JJ, and the strings are attached to Alderman Davis.
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[@kingmotley504]

Which season and episodes was he on

[@natvan29]

@@kingmotley504 The last season

[@kingmotley504]

@@natvan29 thank you because he was funny on there omg with penny when he open and slam the door 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@5rangs5rangs23]

Classic when television was actually funny 😆

[@natvan29]

@@5rangs5rangs23 TV was so much better up until the 2000 or 2010s

[@DESimmons357]

“Momma, what is yo problem”!?!?! Classic

[@ZackExplorer28]

"what's my problem? my name is Florida. Florida! that's the name of a state! why is my name Florida?*sobs*"

[@brittanybrown484]

Ha ha ha ha ha ha!

[@renitaharris8814]

😅😂

[@sheliamccullough1626]

Classic

[@lindamcduffie907]

He got me 😂😂

[@htownavo713]

“Bus Driver You May Be But Brand New You Ain’t” lol 🤣🤣🤣

[@mitzithompson6585]

😅🤣😂🤣🤣😅

[@musickfreek]

😂😂

[@ladykiy3301]

Tell me why I read this and watch it at the same time lol I love it when that happens

[@disastertransport3656]

Ain't quiet brand newOMG she looks like a black Margret Hamilton

[@trelljohnson9702]

Htown Avo I miss lil ole Gary! Don't u?!

[@RandomNest]

Gary was something else. "Now look mama!"🤣🤣🤣

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Now WHAT DID YOU SAY

[@robertahoward800]

@@deborahwalsh5683 ijj

[@renitaharris8814]

😅😂

[@blossom7587]

Bless him 😇😂 a total legend, ❤️

[@thankthelord4536]

Sassy mouth child.

[@teddyjam8134]

Gary was brilliant. At such a young age he really knew how to execute his lines.

[@seanjohnson4475]

What's up Ted the teddy bear

[@jaicover]

R.I.P. Gary Coleman 🙏🙏💔💔😭😭

[@teddyjam8134]

@@seanjohnson4475 🙌 what's up buddy.

[@sheliamccullough1626]

Yes he was RIP🎈🌹🙏 Amen

[@ed209d2]

Amazing talent 👏

[@videox222ify]

Gary Coleman was one of the greatest child stars ever and such a talented actor and comedian.

[@harperstacey9604]

It's too bad he died broke and bitter.

[@videox222ify]

@@harperstacey9604 don't be a hateful schmuck, he was very sick when he passed away, show some compassion or just keep quiet

[@harperstacey9604]

@@videox222ify I meant to say it's ashame that his parents stole his money and he wasn't happy how his career turned out. I have nothing but love for gary coleman. Chill out.

[@negativeindustrial]

Gary Coleman was 37yo when he filmed this scene.

[@JameirXDEntertainmentLTD]

Gary had so much energy on this episode.

[@angelasmith3967]

Yes, he did!

[@rogersmith6411]

Cold. Coffee

[@JameirXDEntertainmentLTD]

@@rogersmith6411 what

[@brinkybrinkz]

Whatchu talkin bout Willis!! Water Balloon on your head.

[@bacardilvr]

Gary Coleman on Good Times was a revelation! You just KNEW he had to have his own show!

[@drummingdanny84]

And with the same production company.

[@KenithMoore]

My favorite

[@peterdavis8471]

Yep he was a one man show

[@charlesgebhart2024]

Jimmy Walker's reaction when Gary calls him, "Totem pole" is priceless! RIP, GARY.

[@TheloniousJackson]

I noticed that too

[@daveg385]

Hilarious lol

[@dantecarroll2435]

😂

[@IceManLikeGervin]

The greatest child actor of his era bar none...his personality just jumped through the tv/movie screen. Small body- giant spirit. Too bad his adoptive parents ripped him off which help to make him real bitter as an adult. RIP

[@samanthap1006]

once different strokes was in 3rd year he wasnt so funny, he grew up lol.... episode on jeffersons where he plays georges nephew great

[@sxm76]

I'm sure he didn't reveal a lot that happened at this age being in the industry. Children don't stand a chance with parents like that.

[@sxm76]

@@samanthap1006 He was still a good actor. He grew out of the cute kid phase. Difficult transition.

[@rogersmith6411]

18 million dollars

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[@Lakiesha33]

RIP Esther Roll and Janet De Bois and Gary Coleman and Ben Powers.

[@Juliaflo]

Also, Janet MacLachlan.

[@hiphopnews5051]

and Albert Reed A.K.A Alderman Davis

[@emmiesblessed8800]

It’s crazy they’re all gone 😢❤️

[@denisebrock3154]

@@emmiesblessed8800 it's been 45 years. It'd be nice if they could live and make us laugh forever

[@softwater88]

✝️🕯🙏🕊🌹

[@MichaelWH]

"Bus driver you may be, but brand new you ain't " ! 🤣

[@motherhoney3863]

"Mama what is your problem!!??" 🤣🤣😂😂

[@lindamcduffie907]

😂😂

[@tonicaughn6529]

😂😂😂😂

[@RonaldCasallas-hp8pk]

This is like talking to a yo-yo. She had the worse case of split ends I’ve ever seen.)

[@melaninawakening9350]

Janet is dying laughing I love it

[@Tiberius291]

Gary Coleman and Shirley Temple were two of the greatest child stars who had sass, charisma, and charm.

[@Juliaflo]

I would also include Jackie Coogan, who, in my opinion, is THE standard; remember the Coogan Law.

[@DeepScreenAnalysis]

Don't forget Macauley Culkin.

[@yummylemons172]

@@DeepScreenAnalysis Maculey didn’t get half of the acclaim that the afore mentioned child actors had. The others did several works while he was mainly known for Home Alone. His other movies weren’t half as good. I would put the Olsen twins in that category though

[@DeepScreenAnalysis]

@@yummylemons172 Hello? My Girl and The Good Son are famous movies.

[@yummylemons172]

@@DeepScreenAnalysis Not nearly as popular as the other mentioned stars who has had more then four hit movies. I mean Shirley and The Olsen twins were pretty much a brand

[@StillBloom]

Oooh, he had the cutest little face back in the day!

[@tbone9744]

Yeah, especially when his two front teeth were missing.😄

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Wasn't he cute

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HTOWNSHAZAMDION

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He IS a DOLLLLLL🤗💖‼️ I WAnna pick him up so bad!! The thing that I go CRAZY over is the ADOOORRRABLE part in his hair 🤗💖‼️ He is far too cute for words! 💖🤗💖🤗💖🤗💖🤗💖‼️

[@MrBopeel]

And this is why he got his own show.

[@Juliaflo]

AMEN.

[@a.b.s_productions]

@@JuliafloNo that was Sherman Hemsley lol

[@marionv.brittainiii7188]

This has GOT to be the most comical scene in ALL of Gary Coleman's career. Can't even compare to all the years of Different Strokes, and even when he appeared on The Jeffersons.😂🤣🤣🤣

[@tom11zz884]

Easily. I've always thought he should had stayed on Good Times as a regular after this..., could have extended the show for maybe another season or two. But Different strokes was his calling..

[@tbone9744]

@@tom11zz884 His character would have overshadowed all the rest or the cast. This kid was funny!

[@brittanybrown484]

Also he was on The Facts of Life, Silver Spoons, and Buck Rogers in the 25th Century

[@curtismichael4703]

He was on The Jefferson's? Wow, I don't remember that one.

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LOL, Yes

[@danielrobinson9270]

Man...Gary Coleman was a natural actor. Mama what is your problem. And when he snatched her wig off. I died. Hilarious! 😂🤣😂

[@timballard7557]

Gary was no doubt, the biggest child star ever, brilliant at that age, he rocked the house in everything he played in......rip soldier..... and thanks for the laughs

[@crownroyal2248]

@timbaland7557 Really? ".. brilliant at that age." Gary Coleman had an ailment concerning his kidneys. That ailment caused his physical growth to be stunted. He was probably 12 or 13 years old in this scene. He was a huge success because *fifty years ago* people couldn't believe a 6 or 7 year old could have the comedic timing of a much *older* person. You really didn't know that?

[@donnab.333]

He called JJ "totem pole" ......😆

[@harperstacey9604]

He called bookman, lardo,

[@keeburnett1823]

I can see why this was good. With acting like this, who needs a netflix reboot?

[@Clonehalle]

I couldn't stop laughing 🤣🤣🤣. Whew, Gary Coleman nailed this scene! Definitely a talented actor ❤

[@KOHF34]

You can tell Esther Rolle genuinely enjoyed working with Gary Coleman.

[@TheloniousJackson]

Why you say that?

[@KOHF34]

@@TheloniousJacksonGreat chemistry with one another and she really seemed like she was going to crack up at the “split ends” remark.

[@theirishone7747]

Gary was a beast! A BEAST! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@kagemaru259]

Willona's jabs at Bookman and Alderman Davis were always my favorite.

[@jimmyboyzable]

"BOOGA BOOGA !!!" (Bookman) "Billiard Head" (Alderman Davis)

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@@jimmyboyzable Buffalo Butt and Chrome Dome

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Or baldermen davis 😂😂😂😂😂

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Both James and Willona have something in common when it comes to Mr Bookman.

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and Buffalo Butt lol@@jimmyboyzable

[@plovett32]

He was so freaking adorable 🥰

[@drummajor]

Gary Coleman an unforgettable talent. He made the world a better place during his time here. R.I.P.

[@troyc4250]

Gary was excellent at delivering his lines and his acting here was superbly done. Major talent. Gone too soon.

[@lilkurt11]

Gary brought many smiles to our homes!! A truly amazing young actor!!!!

[@bobbybk1965]

R.I.P ALL 5 OF THEM.🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@AwayGoalRule]

Gary Coleman had such natural timing and delivery. A true talent. So sad. Wish he was still here.

[@undreal7398]

He out acted everyone in that room, that was amazing

[@niaharris4509]

Walona's reaction tho...when arnold Snatched her wig😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@hevyonez97]

Right, she damn near snatched the door off the hinges...lol 😂🤣

[@MedyLema]

it's Willona by the way lol

[@mrunderhill40]

…you mean Willamina.

[@leighwright7642]

And you too WILFREDA lol 😂

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And you too Waldorf Astoria 😅

[@snake9911]

Gary Coleman was so fun energy when he was young. He was a great actor. Still is sad that he is gone. He went way to soon.

[@lashellhenry-maivia4464]

He was so adorable on here. He had me laughing on this episode. 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂❤❤❤❤❤

[@hippychic7546]

gary coleman was so adorable when he was little..such a cutie!

[@anthonyb2282]

Gary had the opportunity to appear in two of the best sitcoms, the Jefferson's and Good Times. Did all of this before he even starred in Different Strokes.

[@millymilly8264]

The Parkers too

[@XavierBlackburn777]

@anthonyb2282 also Married… with children and Fresh Prince of Bel Air

[@philipforeman7676]

Omg, Gary is so bad, but funny as hell.

[@carlreynolds7043]

Mrs Evans was going to do the same thing you suggested when he said look here momma to her, she would’ve wore his little but out, Lol

[@brianpullin6768]

Gary Coleman was so funny on this episode of Good Times!!🤣🤣

[@deedeehollie6545]

This has got to be one of the funniest scenes on this show!!! Gary Coleman was hilarious!!!

[@afrohawk7960]

Gary Coleman was the most funniest kid on good Time You got to give him credit he is funny 😂😂😂

[@sugarbaby547]

One of the funniest scenes on TV...My side is hurting.😅🤣😂

[@TT.4_]

2:40 “NOW LOOK MAMA” “What did u just say?” “Mrs. Evans” 😂😂😂😂

[@alib5074]

Omg he was so stinkin cute. RIP Kings and Queens.

[@MsLuvmusic81]

Gary is too funny

[@sharondawson2735]

Gary was one of a kind 😊

[@theadmiral460]

Gary Coleman was a good man to his friends Rest in Heaven

[@ZumaDogg]

I'm so old I remember watching this on TV during it's original airing. Even as a kid, myself, I thought Gary was an immediate overnight star.

[@a.b.s_productions]

1:27 was extremely hilarious!! Willona’s laughing and opened the door had me rollin also. You can see Michael in the background laughing also.

[@TheloniousJackson]

I noticed Michael laughing too

[@franknitti9288]

Winona was laughing pretty hard to have a wig on too😂😂😂😂😂 momma what is your problem lol...

[@farrellmcnulty909]

Yes, but she wasn't arrogant enough to warrant having her wig pulled off.

[@CapricornKidd90]

​@@farrellmcnulty909exactly lol

[@maikeliRAIWALUI]

I laughed so hard at this especially when gary coleman called jj a totem pole

[@bettywalker7548]

Gary Coleman is so cute, if Jerry the mouse from “Tom and Jerry,” were human, he’d be Gary Coleman.

[@BigJH99]

They are about the same size

[@mcgannahanskyjellyfetti6854]

Would that mean JJ would be Tom? 🤔

[@montypython4743]

He was a cute and brilliant child actor!

[@evgood9698]

Priceless..better than any SNL skit ever

[@Unapologeticallyshaniece]

Those chubby cheeks was so cute❤R.I.P Gary Coleman” What you talking about Willis”

[@s4mp_founder]

RIP Gary Coleman

[@fredrickgowans949]

That part when he ripped her wig off was the funniest of em all Lmao

[@sassygreen5024]

He was soooooo little and cute man for real.

[@gloriacollins6608]

Imagine Gary and James Evans in a scene together😩😂😂😂😂💀

[@harperstacey9604]

James evans would have tossed Gary over his shoulders.

[@lorraineholland6499]

@@harperstacey9604 that would been a good episode to watch though 😁😁😄

[@davidwilliams8860]

The fact that Florida was trying to hold the laugh in while telling him that wasn’t nice 😂

[@samuelgriffin4167]

Gary Coleman on Good Times before Diff'rent Strokes

[@sxm76]

Never knew it

[@Juliaflo]

@@sxm76 He was also on 'The Jeffersons' before he uttered his signature catchphrase.

[@auntieevelynjames1338]

He was on the Jefferson to

[@samuelgriffin4167]

@@auntieevelynjames1338 oh I forgot about that also on Fresh Prince too

[@auntieevelynjames1338]

@@samuelgriffin4167 yes and Martin

[@rjrayburn]

The cast couldn't hold it in....Classic!!!

[@lesliespringer9816]

Willona was falling all over the place laughing 🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂

[@JustMe-mp8on]

Gary Coleman was super talented. Great comedic timing at such a young age.

[@jasonkenner3323]

I think Gary Coleman took over the show on this episode.Thee attention wasn't on JJ anymore.

[@cobraalaniz149]

JJ noticed

[@dianieciccaronie8149]

ABSOLUTELY!!!!! What a little doll + very talented ! He was at his bratty adorable precocious best on this Good Times appearance, I'd say !

[@Juliaflo]

Norman Lear really struck gold when he cast Gary Coleman in 'Diff'rent (this spelling is correct) Strokes'.

[@mmou3878]

Do yall realize how much talent he had at such a young age? Impressive

[@tinotse2007]

Grew up on watching different strokes. Good Times. And The Jeffersons. Man were those shows hilarious. As well all in the family. Still enjoy seeing Gary Coleman in shows like The facts of Life

[@roncasallas3411]

Love Gary Coleman rest in peace ❤

[@michaelbanaszak7775]

Gary Coleman was a very talented performer....I really enjoy the cameo he did on Married....With Children.

[@samanthap1006]

best line,, PAY ATTENTION TOTTEM POLE YOU MIGHT LEARN SOMETHING LOL

[@EvelynHernandez-mp8gn]

I laughed so hard and cried cause he roasted him 😂🤣

[@vickiehurt2665]

This boy was something else!! ❤❤❤❤

[@pamelacarpenter8211]

Mama was ur problem 🤣🤣,like talking to a yo-yo

[@seanjohnson4475]

What's happening with you

[@seanjohnson4475]

💋💋💋💋💋

[@pamelacarpenter8211]

@@seanjohnson4475 am doing good and urself

[@marcoevans2155]

Mama, what IS your problem?!? It's all in the inflection, lil Gary knew it.

[@delshawnporter4060]

R.I.P Gary Coleman R.I.P Esther Rolle R.I.P Ja'net Dubois

[@frankieclayton9303]

I love this TV show I miss watching it on TV hope it's they put it back on

[@TempeSoldier123]

Gary is definitely the 🐐 child actor.

[@theresawebb1968]

Gary coleman hilatious in this Good Thimes episodes.

[@thepromiseman7745]

Gary Coleman was funny ass hell on here rip Gary Coleman and Esther Florida. Rolle and Ja'Net DuBois. Willona

[@jamalselesi182]

R.I.P. Gary Coleman Esther Rolle and Ja’Net Dubois

[@exoticjanene]

1:27 the original wig snatched😂😂

[@sharonparis8916]

He was such n adorable child.

[@raylouison7571]

Greatest child actor ever.

[@lstarrb]

He was 10 years old in this episode. Nice.

[@noseygirl9907]

🤣🤣🤣 Gary was such a bright, smart and funny kid. RIP🙏🏾

[@Th3Irish1ATL7]

"Bus driver you may be, but brand new you ain't!" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@needahandle]

Gary Coleman was so cute and talented. Top child actor

[@nassauguy48]

Janet MacLachlan usually played nice and sweet characters, so she really did some straying from her usual image in this episode.

[@carmenadams575]

Did buddy call JJ totem pole?!!!🤣🤣🤣

[@msbelinda6467]

The best show ever ❤️❤️❤️

[@waynejohanson1083]

I bet you that little Gary Coleman will be a big star someday. He will eve star in his own sit-com. Hard to believe he is no longer with us. RIP Gary.

[@feliciajenkins5041]

Mama what is yo problem😂😂😂

[@Awaywrdson]

This was a very funny episode !! First time I ever saw Gary Coleman and he cracked me up !! All the Cast members who are no longer with us, R.I.P 🙏 You are all missed very much !! ✌️❤

[@Ldm0320]

Omg he's so cuuute

[@FrankWhite6787]

Classic!!!

[@kevinp7300]

Gary Coleman has hilarious! He was brilliant here! How I miss those days

[@sheliamccullough1626]

RIP Gary🎈🌹

[@madisonteesy]

the fact that Gary Coleman and Janet were in good times...

[@marcoevans2155]

Why not?

[@ProfessorKenneth]

Gary😂lmao...he was fresh..👍🏻

[@donnacooper8454]

I love when Gary snatched off the wig it was hilarious 😂❤

[@wilykat]

A lot of y'all probably forgot but Gary even had his own cartoon based on his movie "The Kid with the broken halo" Lil man was a force to reckoned with back in the day before he peaked into adulthood.