My Living Doll

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  • TV-G
  • 1964
  • 1 Season
  • 7.4  (265)

My Living Doll was a science fiction sitcom that aired for one season from 1964 to 1965. The show starred Robert Cummings as Dr. Bob McDonald, a psychologist who is assigned to oversee the care of a highly advanced robot named Rhoda Miller. Rhoda Miller, played by Julie Newmar, is an incredibly lifelike robot who has been designed to resemble a beautiful young woman. She has been created by the Air Force to be the perfect assistant for an astronaut named Major Don Burrows, played by Jack Mullaney. However, when Major Burrows decides he no longer needs Rhoda, the Air Force decides to send her to Dr. McDonald to see if she can be reprogrammed to interact more effectively with humans.

From the very first episode, it is clear that Rhoda is not an ordinary robot. She is fully capable of walking, talking, and performing basic human tasks, but she is also incredibly naive and childlike. She has no sense of humor, no understanding of sarcasm or irony, and no appreciation for music or art. As a result, many of the show's early episodes focus on Dr. McDonald's attempts to teach Rhoda how to be more human.

However, as the show progresses, Rhoda begins to develop a more complex personality. She starts to question Dr. McDonald's authority and seeks out new experiences on her own. She becomes more assertive and confident, and even develops a sense of humor. At the same time, Dr. McDonald begins to develop feelings for Rhoda, which creates a tension between the two of them that lasts for the rest of the series.

Despite its focus on a robot learning to be more human, My Living Doll is primarily a sitcom. Many of the show's episodes are centered around zany and absurd situations, such as Rhoda learning to play the guitar, or Dr. McDonald accidentally getting locked in a cabin with Rhoda during a snowstorm. The show also features a number of recurring characters, including Dr. McDonald's nosy neighbor, Irene Murchison (played by Doris Singleton), and his bumbling assistant, Peter (played by none other than James Doohan, who would later go on to play Scotty in Star Trek).

While My Living Doll was not a major critical success, it did enjoy a dedicated fan base during its brief run. Many viewers appreciated the show's humor and its unique take on the relationship between humans and robots. Others were drawn to the show's charming performances, particularly Julie Newmar's portrayal of Rhoda.

Ultimately, My Living Doll was cancelled after just one season due to low ratings. However, the show's brief run has not prevented it from achieving a cult following in the years since its cancellation. It is remembered today as one of the more offbeat and underrated sitcoms of the 1960s, and as an early example of the way that science fiction and comedy could be combined to great effect.

My Living Doll is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (12 episodes). The series first aired on September 27, 1964.

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Seasons
The Witness
21. The Witness
February 10, 1965
Bob gets off to an inauspicious start as chairman of a road-safety committee by crashing into his neighbor's car, then Rhoda testifies in court about the entire incident.
Kleptomaniac
18. Kleptomaniac
January 20, 1965
Rhoda, unaware that department stores are places where people purchase things, helps herself to gems from a jewelry counter.
Pool Shark
16. Pool Shark
January 6, 1965
Peter owes a small fortune to a pool shark, but he very cleverly signed Bob's name to the IOU. They send in Rhoda to play the pool shark and with her abilities beat the shark and repays the debt.
I'll Leave It to You
14. I'll Leave It to You
November 22, 1964
Bob's friend Herbert would rather be a comic than a pharmacist, but he's not a very good comedian, so Bob has been asked to persuade the young man to stick to filling prescriptions.
My Robot, the Warden
10. My Robot, the Warden
November 29, 1964
Bob's working extremely hard on a magazine article, and he instructs Rhoda to make certain that he finishes on time.
The Beauty Contest
8. The Beauty Contest
November 15, 1964
Irene sneaks Rhoda into a beauty contest, to which Bob is a judge.
The Love Machine
7. The Love Machine
November 8, 1964
It would take a computer to find the right girl for Peter, and Bob has just the tool, Rhoda. He furnishes Rhoda with information on 250 girls working at the space lab, trying to find a match for Peter.
Beauty Contest
5. Beauty Contest
November 15, 1964
Irene sneaks Rhoda into a beauty contest, to which Bob is a judge.
Love Machine
4. Love Machine
November 8, 1964
It would take a computer to find the right girl for Peter, and Bob has just the tool, Rhoda. He furnishes Rhoda with information on 250 girls working at the space lab, trying to find a match for Peter.
Uninvited Guest
3. Uninvited Guest
October 11, 1964
Reading Lewis Carroll's "Alice in Wonderland" has had a peculiar effect on poor Rhoda. She's afflicted with spells of vertigo, as well as difficulty distinguishing fantasy from reality. The situation is complicated by an unexpected visit from Bob's boss.
Rhoda's First Date
2. Rhoda's First Date
October 4, 1964
When Bob takes Rhoda out to buy the things a woman should have, she mistakenly accepts a man's request to go on a date.
Boy Meets Girl
1. Boy Meets Girl
September 27, 1964
When Space Agency psychiatrist Bob McDonald finds a top secret prototype female robot, her creator Dr. Miller asks Bob to take over her care and training when he is reassigned to Pakistan.
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Where to Watch My Living Doll
My Living Doll is available for streaming on the MPI website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch My Living Doll on demand at Amazon, Google Play, Hoopla and Tubi TV.
  • Premiere Date
    September 27, 1964
  • IMDB Rating
    7.4  (265)