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That's My Boy??

Season three kicks off with Rob in top form, juggling work and home with his signature blend of grace and clumsiness.

September 25, 1963 Dir: John Rich Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
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2
The Masterpiece

Laura's famous cry — "Oh, Rob!" — gets a workout in an episode that puts her at the center of the comedy.

October 02, 1963 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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3
Laura's Little Lie

The Alan Brady Show faces a crisis, and the writing staff's solution is as creative as it is chaotic.

October 09, 1963 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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4
Very Old Shoes, Very Old Rice

Rob recalls another Army story, and the military flashbacks deliver laughs that rival the present-day scenes.

October 16, 1963 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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5
Uncle George

Buddy and Mel's rivalry reaches new comic heights as their verbal sparring becomes an art form.

October 23, 1963 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
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6
Too Many Stars

Laura takes a stand on something she believes in, handling the situation with intelligence, humor, and her trademark charm.

October 30, 1963 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Sheldon Keller, Howard Merrill
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7
Who and Where Was Antonio Stradivarius?

A night out with friends turns into a comedy of miscommunication that snowballs with every scene.

November 06, 1963 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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8
Big Max Calvada

Rob's attempt to write something personal leads to revelations that are both funny and surprisingly touching.

November 13, 1963 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
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9
The Ballad of the Betty Lou

Sally's apartment becomes the setting for an episode that gives Rose Marie room to shine as the show's secret weapon.

November 20, 1963 Dir: Coby Ruskin Written by: Martin A. Ragaway
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10
Turtles, Ties, and Toreadors

The Petries try to keep up with the Joneses, and their competitive streak leads to one of the season's biggest laughs.

December 04, 1963 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: John Whedon
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11
The Sound of the Trumpets of Conscience Falls Deafly on a Brain That Holds Its Ears

Rob gets caught between two loyalties, and his diplomatic attempts to please everyone please no one — hilariously.

December 11, 1963 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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12
The Third One from the Left

Alan Brady makes one of his memorable appearances, and the office dynamics shift into a higher gear of comedy.

December 18, 1963 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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13
The Alan Brady Show Presents

A childhood memory of Rob's becomes the basis for an episode that blends nostalgia with sharp humor.

December 25, 1963 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
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14
My Husband Is a Check-Grabber

Laura and Millie's friendship takes center stage in an episode that celebrates the bonds between neighbors.

January 01, 1964 Dir: Lee Philips Written by: Carl Reiner
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15
Happy Birthday and Too Many More

The writers' room becomes a therapy session as Rob, Buddy, and Sally work through their issues via comedy.

January 08, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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16
The Lady and the Tiger and the Lawyer

Rob makes a public gaffe that keeps getting worse the more he tries to fix it — a classic sitcom snowball.

January 15, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Garry Marshall, Jerry Belson
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17
The Life and Love of Joe Coogan

A holiday episode brings out the best in the cast, combining seasonal warmth with the show's razor-sharp wit.

January 22, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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18
A Nice, Friendly Game of Cards

Rob takes on a side project that consumes his life and tests Laura's considerable patience.

January 29, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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19
The Brave and the Backache

Buddy's home life gets explored, and his off-stage personality proves to be just as entertaining as his office one.

February 05, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Sheldon Keller, Howard Merrill
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20
The Pen Is Mightier Than the Mouth

Sally faces a crossroads that gives the episode real emotional weight alongside its comedy.

February 12, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
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21
My Part-Time Wife

The Petries attend a formal event, and Rob's attempts at sophistication are undermined by his lovable awkwardness.

February 19, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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22
Honeymoons Are for the Lucky

A visitor to the office disrupts the writing team's rhythm, creating fresh comedic dynamics.

February 26, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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23
How to Spank a Star

Laura reveals a hidden talent that surprises everyone, including Rob, who thought he knew everything about his wife.

March 04, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Nathaniel Curtis
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24
The Plots Thicken

Rob's competitive nature gets the better of him in a situation that calls for grace — which he delivers, eventually.

March 11, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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25
Scratch My Car and Die

The office gang gets roped into one of Alan Brady's demands, navigating star ego with their usual wit.

March 18, 1964 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
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26
The Return of Edwin Carp

A simple misunderstanding between Rob and Laura turns into an episode-long comedy of errors.

March 25, 1964 Dir: Howard Morris Written by: Carl Reiner
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27
October Eve

Ritchie provides the inspiration for a work piece, blurring the line between Rob's home and office worlds.

April 01, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
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28
Dear Mrs. Petrie, Your Husband Is in Jail

The third season's run of excellent episodes continues with a story that showcases the ensemble at their peak.

April 08, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Jerry Belson, Garry Marshall
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29
My Neighbor's Husband's Other Life

Rob and Laura's date night goes sideways, and their ability to laugh through adversity is the episode's greatest charm.

April 15, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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30
I'd Rather Be Bald Than Have No Head at All

Buddy, Sally, and Rob deliver a late-night writing session for the ages, fueled by coffee and comedic brilliance.

April 22, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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31
Teacher's Petrie

The season reaches its final stretch with an episode that balances laughs and heart in the way only this show can.

April 29, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Jerry Belson, Garry Marshall
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32
My Two Show-Offs and Me

A fitting conclusion to another outstanding season, proving Carl Reiner's creation is in a class by itself.

May 06, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Sheldon Keller, Howard Merrill
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