Fair rating?Freaks and Geeks· Season 1 · Episode 5
I'm with the Band
Lindsay encourages Nick to pursue a career in music. Nick continues to practice with his current band, but quickly decides he's better than them. Lindsay encourages Nick to audition for a bigger local band. When things don't go well in the audition, Lindsay is there to comfort Nick. Sam, Bill, and Neal struggle with having to shower in gym class.
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#10In Season 1of 18 rated episodes
#10All-timeof 18 rated episodes
+0.0vs season avgSeason 1 averages 8.7
1999First airedNovember 13, 1999
Guest stars
Steve Bannosas Frank KowchevskiChauncey Leopardias Alan White
Thomas F. Wilsonas Coach Ben Fredricks
Shaun Weissas Sean
Kevin Tigheas Mr. Andopolis
Sarah Haganas Millie Kentner
Jerry Messingas Gordon Crisp
Natasha Melnickas Cindy SandersStephen Lea Sheppardas Harris Trinsky
Mark Allan Staubachas Mark
Jason Lansingas Ernie
Jarrett Lennonas ColinDenise C. Askewas Student Gym Teacher
Michael Andrewsas Scott
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