The BEST episodes of Arthur season 8

Every episode of Arthur season 8, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Arthur season 8!

The adventures of Arthur, an 8-year-old aardvark, and his family and friends as they grow up and learn how to be good neighbors to one another.

Last Updated: 12/7/2024Network: PBSStatus: Ended
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10.00
5 votes

#1 - Bugged

Season 8 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/17/2003

When Francine insults the Brain, he wakes up to find out he has a bug's body! Is this a crazy dream? Will Francine learn to keep her rude comments to herself?

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8.33
6 votes

#2 - D.W., Dancing Queen

Season 8 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/18/2003

When Binky and D.W. are paired up for a school project, they discover a mutual love for dancing, and decide to perform for the class. Everything seems great until Binky realizes that D.W. is not as talented when it comes to rhythm and beats and coordination. He decides to teach her the principles of ballet himself, but soon becomes frustrated by her practically non-existent progress. Will the duo get their act together in time?

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8.29
35 votes

#3 - Arthur's Snow Biz

Season 8 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/17/2003

It's the most wonderful time of the year...for shoveling snow! Both Arthur and Buster start their own snow-removal businesses, eager to rake in the big bucks! Can these best friends be best competitors too?

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8.17
6 votes

#4 - Bitzi's Break-Up

Season 8 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/15/2003

When Bitzi and Harry break up, Buster is sad to lose his favorite baseball buddy. How can he reunite the former couple in time for the next game?

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8.00
4 votes

#5 - Desk Wars

Season 8 - Episode 12 - Aired 12/23/2003

Arthur and his friends are trying to get the best desk.

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7.81
31 votes

#6 - Flea to Be You and Me

Season 8 - Episode 16 - Aired 12/25/2003

Pal and Kate meet a flea who's a ""circus performer"". He Begs them not to squish him after everything he's been through.

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star
7.50
2 votes

#7 - Thanks a Lot, Binky

Season 8 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/16/2003

What's the point of doing a good deed if it goes unnoticed? When Binky is deprived of a simple 'thank-you', he resolves to quit doing good things for other people. Who can change his mind?

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7.50
4 votes

#8 - Desperately Seeking Stanley

Season 8 - Episode 13 - Aired 12/23/2003

Arthur sells his bear Stanly, after he thinks the Brain thinks he needs to get rid of the bear, and move on.

*Bleep*
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7.33
3 votes

#9 - *Bleep*

Season 8 - Episode 19 - Aired 12/26/2003

At a glass shop, D.W. overhears a word she doesn't know. D.W. is afraid to ask anyone what the word means, because she thinks that it causes people to break stuff. Arthur and the Tibbles warn her not to say it in front of grownups, or they will become zombie slaves (or at least the Tibbles say...). D.W. and Nadine put it to the test by having the neighborhood kid Vecita say it to her parents. D.W. accidentally says it to her mother while spying, and after apologizing to the neighbors, Mother tells her what the cuss word means. But the next day at school, all DW's friends are saying it. Here we go again...

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7.33
3 votes

#10 - Kiss and Tell

Season 8 - Episode 17 - Aired 12/25/2003

Emily got kissed by a boy in France. Now D.W tries to find someone to kiss her.

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7.25
4 votes

#11 - Tales from the Crib

Season 8 - Episode 15 - Aired 12/24/2003

Vicita is afraid to change from a crib to a big grown up bed so D.W. shares a story of when she had to make the big change.

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7.23
35 votes

#12 - Fernkenstein's Monster

Season 8 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/18/2003

When Fern composes a truly terrifying tale, the rest of her classmates begin to fear her. Determined to win them back, she tries her hand at a being a fun author rather than a scary one. Will she succeed?

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7.21
34 votes

#13 - Dear Adil

Season 8 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/15/2003

Arthur is excited to have a new pen pal named Adil and fantasizes about what life would be like in Turkey. Unfortunately, his notions about the country are just a tad outdated. Will Arthur learn about the hazards of stereotyping?

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7.20
5 votes

#14 - Sue Ellen Chickens Out

Season 8 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/19/2003

Chickin Lickin, a fast food restaurant wants to replace the gang's beloved Sugar Bowl and Sue Ellen is outraged. She organizes a protest, but will her friends rally by her side?

star
7.00
4 votes

#15 - Fernfern and the Secret of Moose Mountain

Season 8 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/16/2003

It's time to go hiking! The Elwood city kids are thrilled, but when pro Francine is assigned to be novice Fern's partner, squabbling ensues. Can the pair resolve their differences and get to the top of Moose Mountain?

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6.97
32 votes

#16 - Postcards from Buster

Season 8 - Episode 11 - Aired 12/22/2003

A) Postcards from Buster, Part I: Pack your bags! Buster is going to New York to visit his dad Bo. He won't have to go alone; the Reads will be joining him. B)Postcards from Buster, Part II In this combination of live action and animation, Buster and the Reads enjoy all the wondrous sights of New York, including Central Park and Broadway. With his trusty video camera documenting every move, Buster is having a blast! But what happens when he and his aardvark friend get lost in Chinatown?

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6.97
32 votes

#17 - Muffy's Art Attack

Season 8 - Episode 14 - Aired 12/24/2003

Muffy thinks that art is pointless and she has the sudden idea to put on her own Art Show. But when she forgets to make art for the show, she turns to Bailey and he ends up making every art piece. Will Muffy give Bailey the credit he deserves?

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6.94
32 votes

#18 - Vomitrocious!

Season 8 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/19/2003

When Francine gets sick in school one day, she is reluctant to return. Will the kids call her Barfine?

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5.25
32 votes

#19 - Big Horns George

Season 8 - Episode 18 - Aired 12/26/2003

George's bad day gets worse when he comes over to Mrs. McGrady's house to sing for Koko Taylor and his friends insult his quiet voice. After listening to one of the Brain's CDs, George dreams that he and his ventriloquist dummy Wally are in a blues-related adventure. He builds a guitar with his dad and gets a second chance to overcome his stage fright. Will he be able to prove he isn't a a ""small-mouth"" to Koko Taylor and Taj Mahal?