Fair rating?Amazing Stories· Season 1 · Episode 23
One for the Books
An elderly college janitor amazes himself, his wife and the scientific community when his brain turns into a sponge that soaks up more and more incredible knowledge of every subject taught at the school - until a shocking event changes everything.
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#16In Season 1of 24 rated episodes
#32All-timeof 45 rated episodes
−0.5vs season avgSeason 1 averages 5.5
1986First airedMay 11, 1986
Guest stars
Nicholas Pryoras Dr. Fetlock
Joyce Van Pattenas EvaGary Bergheras Professor Gilbert
Ben Kronenas Professor Smith
Leo Pennas Fred
Rodney Kageyamaas Dr. Barth
John Alvinas Professor Rand
Pamela Guestas Ms. HarrisJack Slateras Mr. Wilson
Erin Lyerlaas High School Student
Crew
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