The Carol Burnett Show: The Lost Episodes Season 4 Episode 1 Jim Nabors
- September 17, 1970
- 22 min
The Carol Burnett Show season 4 episode 1, titled Jim Nabors, featured the beloved comedian and singer in a number of hilarious sketches and musical performances. Nabors, known for his portrayal of the lovable Gomer Pyle on both The Andy Griffith Show and his own spin-off, Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C., brought his charm and comedic timing to the stage of The Carol Burnett Show.
The episode began with a musical performance by Nabors, who sang his signature tune, "The Impossible Dream" from the Broadway musical Man of La Mancha. This was followed by a series of sketches, including a parody of the popular game show, The Newlywed Game, where Nabors played the host and three contesting couples played by Burnett, Harvey Korman, and Vicki Lawrence.
Another sketch featured Nabors and Burnett as house painters who were tasked with painting a room in a mansion. Hilarity ensued as the two struggled to keep their composure while dealing with a number of mishaps, including falling ladders and paint spills.
In another segment, Nabors played the role of a hapless magician who couldn't seem to get any of his tricks right, much to the amusement of the studio audience. This was followed by a musical number, where Nabors sang "Send in the Clowns" from the musical A Little Night Music.
One of the highlights of the episode was a sketch titled "The Family," in which Nabors played the patriarch of a dysfunctional family, with Burnett, Korman, and Lawrence as his wife and children. The sketch was a riotous send-up of the typical family sitcom, with plenty of sight gags and slapstick humor.
In between sketches, Nabors performed a number of other musical numbers, including "Yesterday," "Try to Remember," and "Love Letters in the Sand." His smooth, velvety voice was always a delight to listen to, and his performances brought a touch of class and sophistication to the proceedings.
Overall, The Carol Burnett Show season 4 episode 1 was a perfect showcase for Jim Nabors and his many talents. From his comic timing to his beautiful singing voice, Nabors brought a special something to the show that couldn't be replicated by anyone else. This episode was a true gem in the series' long and storied history.