The original airings initially scored low Nielsen ratings , but subsequent airings have enjoyed improved ratings . Its reruns aired three days before the show won five Emmy Awards out of thirteen nominations ( including Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series for this episode ) in the 1983 Primetime Emmy Awards , and one week before the second-season premiere . Critical highlights of this episode are an unseen appearance by Derek Malone and Sam and Diane 's cliffhanger kiss
1983 Primetime Emmy Awards
35th Primetime Emmy Awards
Showdown (Cheers)