Mr. Drysdale talks the butler into staying on, posing as a boarder, so that he can teach the Clampetts how to be more civilized.Mr. Drysdale talks the butler into staying on, posing as a boarder, so that he can teach the Clampetts how to be more civilized.Mr. Drysdale talks the butler into staying on, posing as a boarder, so that he can teach the Clampetts how to be more civilized.
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Did you know
- TriviaArthur Pinckney's speech spoofs two famous speeches delivered by Winston Churchill "We shall fight on the beaches" on June 4, 1940 and "This was their finest hour" on June 18, 1940.
- GoofsPerhaps more of a difference than a mistake, but last week's show had Cousin Bessie in just a dress and diapers. This week she's also wearing tights and shoes.
- Quotes
Jed Clampett: [Elly May calls her chimp 'Cousin Bessie'] You hadn't ought to call that critter 'cousin', Elly.
Elly May Clampett: But why not?
Jed Clampett: Well, you see, Jethro's your cousin and that puts Jethro and her in the same... well, never mind. I reckon I just gotta get used to bein' a monkey's uncle.
- SoundtracksThe Ballad of Jed Clampett
Written by Paul Henning
Performed by Flatt & Scruggs
Courtesy of Columbia Records
Featured review
ARTHUR TREACHER AND THE CLAMPETTS?
You know someone like Arthur Treacher, the ideal gentleman among gentlemen, had to eventually appear on the show.
Another family makeover finds frustrated Mr. Drysdale wanting to bring some class to the Clampetts, and PERHAPS it will rub off! He recruits his own butler, Mr. Pinckney (Treacher) to teach Jed, Granny, Ellie May and Jethro the "art" of being prim and proper, including a new wardrobe...
Good luck with that.
The best scenes come when Mr. Pinckney attempts to dress Jed in a new suit. Jed scoffs, "You'll have to SHOOT me first before you dress me!" There's also a running gag that finds Pinckney hanging by his suspenders from the stairway -- each time Mr. Drysdale and Miss Jane enter the house.
Arthur Treacher, known as Hollywood's favorite butler, is a hoot, fondly remembered for his appearances opposite Shirley Temple in so many classic films. Prior to this episode, Arthur played the constable in MARY POPPINS, which would be his final film. He appeared many times on the MERV GRIFFIN SHOW with lots of great Hollywood stories. He also served in World War I, and made his film debut in 1929.
Look for Judy, the famous chimp, playing Cousin Bessie. Judy appeared in over 40 episodes, also featured in DAKTARI and LOST IN SPACE.
Top direction by Joseph Depew, credited for making the show the #1 sitcom on tv at the time.
A must for Treacher buffs, even in black and white. SEASON 3 EPISODE 11 remastered. 5 dvd box set. Released 2006.
Another family makeover finds frustrated Mr. Drysdale wanting to bring some class to the Clampetts, and PERHAPS it will rub off! He recruits his own butler, Mr. Pinckney (Treacher) to teach Jed, Granny, Ellie May and Jethro the "art" of being prim and proper, including a new wardrobe...
Good luck with that.
The best scenes come when Mr. Pinckney attempts to dress Jed in a new suit. Jed scoffs, "You'll have to SHOOT me first before you dress me!" There's also a running gag that finds Pinckney hanging by his suspenders from the stairway -- each time Mr. Drysdale and Miss Jane enter the house.
Arthur Treacher, known as Hollywood's favorite butler, is a hoot, fondly remembered for his appearances opposite Shirley Temple in so many classic films. Prior to this episode, Arthur played the constable in MARY POPPINS, which would be his final film. He appeared many times on the MERV GRIFFIN SHOW with lots of great Hollywood stories. He also served in World War I, and made his film debut in 1929.
Look for Judy, the famous chimp, playing Cousin Bessie. Judy appeared in over 40 episodes, also featured in DAKTARI and LOST IN SPACE.
Top direction by Joseph Depew, credited for making the show the #1 sitcom on tv at the time.
A must for Treacher buffs, even in black and white. SEASON 3 EPISODE 11 remastered. 5 dvd box set. Released 2006.
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