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The Evans family finally discovers Carl's serious medical secret.

Good Times

Love Has a Spot on His Lung

Carl tells J.J., Thelma and Michael that he is going to propose to Florida.

J.J. and his friends decide to start a greeting-card business together.

J.J. in Business

Michael's secret plan with Carl changes J.J.'s attitude about his whole family.

My Son, the Father

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Florida and James Evans struggle to raise their kids, JJ, Thelma and Michael, in a Chicago housing project during the 1970s.

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J.J., Thelma and Michael get involved in selling what people think is "hot" underwear.

S4 E14 | The Hustle

E24 | Love Has a Spot on His Lung

E23 | Love Has a Spot on His Lung

E22 | J.J. in Business

E21 | My Son, the Father