The Carol Burnett Show Season 9 Episode 12

The Carol Burnett Show Season 9 Episode 12 with The Pointer Sisters

  • November 29, 1975

The Carol Burnett Show season 9 episode 12 features the iconic sister act, The Pointer Sisters. The episode is filled with energetic musical performances, hilarious skits, and heartwarming moments.

The show opens with Carol Burnett joining The Pointer Sisters on stage for a lively performance of their hit song, "Jump (For My Love)." The audience is immediately swept up in the energy of the performance, and the chemistry between Burnett and The Pointer Sisters is evident.

The first skit of the episode features Carol Burnett as "Mrs. Wiggins," a quirky office employee who can never seem to get her work done. She enlists the help of The Pointer Sisters, who play her imaginary co-workers, to help her finish a report for her boss. The skit is a hilarious showcase of Burnett's impeccable comedic timing and The Pointer Sisters' versatility as performers.

Next up, The Pointer Sisters take center stage for a powerful rendition of "I'm So Excited." The trio's vocals are powerful and the choreography is electrifying. The audience is on their feet by the end of the performance and Carol Burnett is quick to join in on the fun.

In another skit, Carol Burnett portrays a dating game show contestant who has to choose between three eligible bachelors: an astronaut, a cowboy, and a beatnik. The Pointer Sisters play the bachelorettes vying for the bachelor's attention. The skit is a humorous take on the popular 1960s game show, The Dating Game, and is filled with witty banter and clever one-liners.

The episode also features a heartfelt performance by The Pointer Sisters of the classic ballad "The Way We Were." The trio's harmonies are stirring and the audience is visibly moved by the emotional performance.

In another skit, Carol Burnett plays a reluctant bride who is running away from her own wedding. The Pointer Sisters play the runaway bride's friends who convince her to go through with the ceremony. The skit is a hilarious take on the classic wedding comedy trope and features some of the strongest comic performances of the episode.

The show closes with Carol Burnett and The Pointer Sisters joining forces for a rousing performance of "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy." The audience is once again on their feet and singing along with the cast.

Overall, The Carol Burnett Show season 9 episode 12 featuring The Pointer Sisters is a must-see for fans of classic television and great music. The episode showcases the talents of the iconic sister act and the incomparable Carol Burnett in a series of hilarious and heartwarming moments that are sure to leave audiences laughing and singing along.

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Description
  • First Aired
    November 29, 1975
  • Language
    English