The Carol Burnett Show: The Lost Episodes Season 6 Episode 4 Steve Lawrence and Paul Sand
- October 4, 1972
- 22 min
The Carol Burnett Show season 6 episode 4 features two guest stars: Steve Lawrence and Paul Sand. Steve Lawrence, a singer and actor, has appeared on the show before, but this is Paul Sand's first appearance. The episode opens with Carol and the rest of the cast performing a musical number, followed by a sketch involving Carol and Steve as a couple in a diner. The two banter back and forth as Steve serenades Carol with a rendition of "You Are My Sunshine."
Next up is a sketch featuring Carol and Harvey as a married couple who are trying to enjoy a night out at the theater, but are constantly interrupted by a loud and obnoxious couple sitting behind them played by Steve and Paul. The comedy in this skit comes from the contrast between the low-key, polite behavior of Carol and Harvey, and the loud, boisterous behavior of their neighbors.
Following this is one of the highlights of the episode: a sketch featuring Carol as the Queen of England, and Steve as her trusty husband, Prince Philip. The sketch is a parody of the royal family, with Carol's queen being hilariously over-the-top and Steve's Prince Philip playing the straight man. The two are joined by Tim Conway, who plays the bumbling Prime Minister of Great Britain. The sketch is filled with one-liners and physical comedy, and is sure to leave viewers in stitches.
After the commercial break, the episode continues with a sketch featuring Carol as a woman going through a mid-life crisis. She is joined by Vicki Lawrence, who plays her nosy neighbor. The sketch is humorous and relatable, as Carol's character tries to recapture her youth by trying on all sorts of ridiculous outfits and hairstyles.
Following this is another song-and-dance number, featuring Steve Lawrence singing "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" while surrounded by dancers dressed as iconic San Francisco landmarks. The number is choreographed beautifully, and showcases Steve's incredible voice.
The final sketch of the episode sees cast regulars Tim Conway and Harvey Korman as a pair of bumbling bank robbers, who end up getting caught by Carol Burnett's no-nonsense police officer. The sketch is filled with physical comedy and clever wordplay, and ends the show on a high note.
Overall, season 6 episode 4 of The Carol Burnett Show is a must-watch for fans of classic sketch comedy. With hilarious skits, incredible musical performances, and an all-star cast, it will leave viewers laughing and wanting more.