The Carol Burnett Show Season 10 Episode 11 with Alan King
- December 4, 1976
The Carol Burnett Show season 10 episode 11 features comedian and actor Alan King. King, known for his stand-up comedy and appearances in films such as "The Bonfire of the Vanities" and "Casino," joins Burnett and the rest of the cast for sketches and musical numbers.
The episode opens with a musical number, "The Sound of Music," in which Burnett takes on the role of Maria from the famous film musical. She is joined by the cast, including King, who injects humor into the performance with his witty asides.
Next up is a comedy sketch titled "The Reunion," in which King plays a man attending his high school reunion. He meets up with former classmates and reminisces about old times, but finds himself at odds with one particular attendee. King's comedic timing and delivery are on full display in this sketch, eliciting laughter from the audience.
The show then switches gears for a musical performance by Burnett and guest star Alan King. The two perform a classic duet, "Side by Side," in which they express their friendship and camaraderie. King showcases his singing talent, which is often overlooked in his comedic roles.
In the next sketch, King plays a father who is trying to get his daughter to marry a wealthy man, played by regular cast member Harvey Korman. Korman's character is overly eager and insincere, which King's character is initially blind to. The sketch is a commentary on the role of money in relationships and features King's signature brand of humor.
The final sketch of the episode is titled "The Women's Club," in which Burnett and female cast members Vicki Lawrence and Carol J. Smith play members of a women's club. King appears as the lone male member, causing confusion and chaos at the meeting. King's character delivers a memorable monologue about the differences between men and women.
The episode concludes with a musical number in which the cast takes a bow and thanks the audience for watching. Overall, the episode features a combination of comedy sketches and musical performances, with King adding his own unique comedic flair to the mix. Fans of Burnett and King alike will enjoy this episode of "The Carol Burnett Show."