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Arthur

Kids Are From Earth, Parents Are From Pluto/Nerves of Steal

Season 5 Episode 2 | 26m 55s

It's open house time at Lakewood Elementary. Last year, the parents were so embarrassing! This year, Sue Ellen won't let that happen. / Buster wants a Cybertoy — the latest fad — but they are too expensive, so while he is at the store, he slips one into Arthur's backpack.

Aired: 10/01/00 | Expires: 12/04/25
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