The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show Season 7 Episode 23 The $15,000 Error

The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show was a popular American sitcom that aired from 1950 to 1958. The show was centered around real-life couple George Burns and Gracie Allen, who played fictionalized versions of themselves.

In the season 7 episode 23 of the show, titled "The $15,000 Error", George and Gracie find themselves in a bit of trouble when they receive a check for $15,000 by mistake. The check was meant for their wealthy neighbor, Blanche Morton, who was planning to use the money to remodel her kitchen. However, the check is accidentally sent to the Burns household instead.

At first, George is hesitant to return the check, as he sees it as an opportunity to finally make some big money. Meanwhile, Gracie is excited about the idea of giving Blanche a surprise gift and decides to use the money to remodel her kitchen for her. However, things start to unravel when Blanche realizes that her check is missing and begins to investigate.

As George and Gracie try to cover up their mistake, chaos ensues. They hire a contractor to remodel Blanche's kitchen, but he turns out to be a scam artist who takes their money and runs. They also try to forge a new check to replace the original, but their efforts are discovered by a suspicious bank teller.

Throughout the episode, the couple's friends and neighbors get involved in the mix, leading to humorous situations as they try to help George and Gracie out of their predicament. Eventually, the truth is revealed, and George and Gracie are forced to come clean about their mistake.

"The $15,000 Error" is a classic episode of The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show, showcasing the couple's comedic chemistry and the show's trademark blend of slapstick and wit. It is a must-watch for fans of classic sitcoms and anyone in search of a good laugh.