Cheerleader

S01E12·8.2·April 16, 2000·30m·FOX

Malcolm helps Reese become a male cheerleader to attract a girl; Francis has a heart-to-heart conversation with headmaster Spangler; Dewey is enticed by a new toy.

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#10In Season 1of 16 rated episodes

#26All-timeof 151 rated episodes

−0.1vs season avgSeason 1 averages 8.3

2000First airedApril 16, 2000

Guest stars

Craig Lamar Trayloras Stevie Kenarban

Evan Matthew Cohenas Lloyd

Kyle Sullivanas Dabney Hooper

Daniel Von Bargenas Commandant Edwin Spangler

Will Jenningsas Eraserhead

Nick Tothas Newsman

Lisa Lewoltas Wendy

Gregory Deckmanas Deckman

Mark Silvermanas Herbie Doll / Chocolate Chip Cookie (voice)

Crew

Todd HollandDirector

Dan KopelmanWriter

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