Paul Hartman Movies
American hoofer Paul Hartman and his wife Grace frequently appeared on stage and in vaudeville. In the late 1930s, he played character roles in films. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi- 1969
After years of industrious laziness, Uncle Joe (Edgar Buchanan) suddenly announces his retirement. This declaration results in a great deal of good-natured razzing from his friends: After all, what exactly is Joe retiring from? But everyone stops laughing when Joe, his feelings wounded, vows to leave Hooterville--and never come back! ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1969
Hooterville is thrown into a tizzy when Dr. Janet Craig (June Lockhart) announces her plan to leave town in order to study with a noted neurologist. In a twinkling, everybody in the Valley has cooked up a scheme to keep her from going, ranging from feeble attempts at matchmaking to phony illnesses. The title of this episode Petticoat Junction refers to a last-minute surprise revelation involving new parents Betty Jo and Steve--which, even more surprisingly, is not followed up at all during the subsequent season! Linda Kaye Henning (Betty) and Mike Minor (Steve) sing "No Two People." ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1969
Light-years removed from her work on Golden Girls, Betty White appears in this episode as Adelle Colby, Hooterville's attractive new librarian. When Adelle sets up a mobile library service on the Hooterville Cannonball, bachelors Joe (Edgar Buchanan), Sam (Frank Cady) and Bert (Paul Hartman) fall over themselves vying for her attention. This episode is a reworking of the second-season Petticoat Junction entry "Have Library, Will Travel". ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1968
Convinced that her life is in a rut, Aunt Bee decides to take flying lessons! Naturally, Andy and Opie are nervous when Bee takes to the air-but they're nowhere near as nervous as Bee herself. Ultimately, Bee is required to make her first solo flight, bringing the episode to a hilarious, heartwarming and logical conclusion. Veteran character actor John McLiam is cast as Bee's instructor Mac. First broadcast on February 12, 1968, "Aunt Bee's Big Moment" was written by Dick Bensfield and Perry Grant. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1968
With his 25th wedding anniversary approaching, Emmett Clark plans to buy his wife Martha a fur coat; unfortunaetly, he has only fifty dollars to spare. Hoping to get a price break, he heads to Mt. Pilot to negotiate with Martha's friend, fur-shop owner Flora (Alberta Nelson). But when Martha sees Emmett and Flora walking and talking together, she jumps to the wrong conclusion-and "helpful" Andy doesn't make matters any better with his explanation. Originally shown on February 26, 1968, "Emmett's Anniversary" was written by Dick Bensfield and Perry Grant. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- Starring:
- Paul Hartman
- 1968
At long last, Howard Sprague's domineering mother (Mabel Albertson) remarries and moves out of Howard's house. To celebrate his liberation, Howard transforms his conservative domicile into a "swingin' bachelor pad." Alas, his first bachelor party-with Andy and Helen in attendance--proves to be a bust. Love those hanging beads and Howard's new threads! Written by Joe Bonaduce, "The Wedding" originally aired on March 4, 1968. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- Starring:
- Paul Hartman
- 1968
Originally telecast March 11, 1968, this episode served to introduce future Mayberry RFD star Ken Berry in the role of widowed farmer Sam Jones (in fact, it was Berry's second appearance on The Andy Griffith Show, but the first to be shown). When town councilman Herb Bradshaw retires, Sam and Emmett Clark both run for Bradshaw's vacant seat. Old Emmett is a tough and not altogether scrupulous campaigner, but Sam has the advantage of youth and sincerity-and more importantly, he has Andy in his corner. Former musical-comedy star Gil Lamb appears as Lou. "Sam for Town Council" was written by Dick Bensfield and Perry Grant. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1968
This is the first episode in which June Lockhart is affored star billing in the opening credits in the role of Dr. Janet Craig--and accordingly, the lyrics of the Petticoat Junction theme song have been rewritten to accommodate the "Lady M.D., as pretty as can be." At long last, the menfolk of Hooterville are reconciled to the fact that the town has a female doctor. In fact, they are so fond of Dr. Craig that they go into full panic mode when Janet's boyfriend Dennis Roberts (Dennis Morgan) shows up, ready to propose! ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1968
After missing several episodes due to illness, Bea Benaderet returns to her familiar Petticoat Junction role as Kate Bradley, owner of Hooterville's Shady Rest Hotel. The entire town gears up for a gala homecoming party in Kate's honor, but there are a few hitches along the way--including a fireworks display which ends up destroying the depot in nearby Pixley! Rufe Davis makes his last regular appearance as railroad engineer Floyd Smoot in this, the final episode of the series' fifth season. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1968
Dub Taylor guest-stars as Ben, the brother-in-law of Mayberry's fix-it man Emmett Clark. Conspiring with Emmett's wife Martha (Mary Lansing), Ben tries to convince Emmett to go into the insurance business. Soon, however, Martha realizes that Emmett will never be happy without a hammer or screwdriver in his hand. First shown on January 8, 1968, "Emmett's Brother-in-Law" was written by a decidedly pre-Taxi James L. Brooks. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- Starring:
- Paul Hartman, Dub Taylor, (more)
- 1968
The three-person Mayberry Church Finance Committee wonders how best to spend an unexpected $500 endowment. It all boils down to a decision whether to purchase new choir robes or invest in some much-needed exterior church repairs. Andy must cast the deciding vote, but it is Howard who thinks up the ultimate solution. First telecast on January 22, 1968, "The Church Benefactor" was written by Robert C. Dennis and Earl Barret. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1968
Joan Blondell guest stars as Florabelle Campbell, who many years ago had been at the center of a romantic rivalry between Uncle Joe (Edgar Buchanan) and Sam Drucker (Frank Cady). Now that Florabelle has returned to Hooterville, Joe and Sam vie for a second chance to win her heart. But thanks to the exigencies of middle-aged spread and "snow on the roof", Florabelle fails to recognize either one of her former suitors! Paul Hartman makes the first of several recurring appearances as local barber Bert Smedley; conversely, series star Bea Benaderet (Kate Bradley) does not appear. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1968
June Lockhart makes her first series appearance as Dr. Janet Craig, the new replacement for Hooterville's Doc Stuart (Regis Toomey). Upon discovering that the town now has a female MD, the menfolk are none too pleased about it--nor are their jealous womenfolk! Although Bea Benaderet) is still billed in the opening credits, the actress died a month before this episode originally aired. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1968
Uncle Joe (Edgar Buchanan) is delighted when his old pal Sam Drucker (Frank Cady) decides to vacation at the Shady Rest. Brimming with anticipation, Joe arranges all sorts of sporting expeditions for himself and Sam. Unfortunately for Joe, his "old pal" would rather stay at the hotel and while away the time with the attractive Aunt Helen (Rosemary DeCamp). Bea Benaderet (Kate Bradley) does not appear in this episode. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1968
Self-styled deputy Uncle Joe (Edgar Buchanan) informs everyone at the Shady Rest that a bank robbery has occurred and the bandit is still at large. This information piques the interest of a new guest at the hotel (Alan Reed Sr.)--who happens to be the bank robber! It takes the combined resources of Aunt Helen (Rosemary DeCamp) and a WW2-vintage life raft to save the day and mete out justice. Bea Benaderet (Kate Bradley) does not appear in this episode. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1967
Fed up with his humdrum existence, Howard Sprague decides to kick over the traces and leave Mayberry for good. He heads to the Caribbean, where he has elected to become a carefree beachcomber. Before long, however, Howard realizes that a life without responsibilities can have its disadvantages-and besides, he misses his old friends. Featured in the supporting cast are Harry Dean Stanton and Calypso singer Sir Lancelot. Originally networkcast on December 18, 1967, "Howard's New Life" was written by Dick Bensfield and Perry Grant. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1967
After putting in several years as a pump jockey and mechanic, Goober buys Wally's service station, with Andy and Emmett as his financial backers. Unfortunately, Goober's new responsibilities prove to be too much for him; he worries so much about making executive decisions that he ends up making no decisions whatsoever. It is up to young Opie, of all people, to help Goober get his head on straight. Written by Michael Morris and Seaman Jacobs, "Goober the Executive" was filmed as the second episode of The Andy Griffith Show's eighth season, but was withheld from view until December 25, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1967
Three friends play a game of musical chairs with their relationships in this quirky comedy based on the hit play by Murray Schisgal. Harry Berlin (Jack Lemmon) is a deeply depressed man who is convinced his life is going nowhere -- so much so that he has decided to kill himself by jumping off a bridge. Just before he makes his big leap, Harry is interrupted by Milt Manville (Peter Falk), an old friend in high school who has struck it rich as a combination stock broker and salvage dealer. Milt is not-very-happily married to wildly neurotic Ellen (Elaine May), and is having an affair on the side with Linda (Nina Wayne), a buxom gym teacher. Milt fixes Harry up with Ellen, hoping they'll hit it off and Ellen will leave him so he can marry Linda. The ruse works, in part -- Harry and Ellen decide to tie the knot, but in the divorce settlement Ellen gets all the money, and Milt decides marriage to Linda is not all he imagined. Harry and Ellen's happiness proves to be short lived, and she begins to wonder if its too late to give Milt another chance. Jazz great Gerry Mulligan composed the film's musical score; keep an eye peeled for a bit part by a young Harrison Ford. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
- Starring:
- Jack Lemmon, Peter Falk, (more)
- 1967
Like so many other children of the sixties, Opie Taylor organizes a rock-and-roll band with two of his friends (The boys huffily reject Andy's suggestion that the band call itself "The Young Swingers"). Unfortunately, Opie spends so much time rehearsing in the garage that his schoolwork begins to suffer. The solution to this problem is provided by, of all people, prissy old Clara Summers (Hope Summers). Originally shown on November 6, 1967, "Opie's Group" was written by Doug Tibbles. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1967
It won't be long before Opie will be attending college, and Andy wonders how he can possibly afford his son's education. To pick up some extra cash, Andy invests in a coin-operated laundromat. Before long, however, he is spending too much time running the laundry and not enough time tending to his appointed duties as Mayberry's number one lawman. Originally telecast on November 20, 1967, "Andy's Investment" was written by Michael Morris and Seaman Jacobs. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1967
Confined to bed with the flu, Andy is obliged to put Mayberry in the hands of the newly formed Police Emergency Committee: Goober, Emmett and Floyd. The boys immediately go to work, messing things up royally in the process-especially Goober, who alienates everyone in town by issuing 14 tickets in a single day. Worse still, a steady parade of uninvited visitors make it impossible for poor Andy to convalesce in peace. Written by Jack Raymond, "Suppose Andy Gets Sick" first aired on December 11, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1967
Aunt Bee anxiously looks forward to a visit from her cousin Bradford J. Taylor (Jack Albertson). Her head filled with thrilling stories of Bradford's big-business transactions and world travels (supplied, of course, by Bradford himself), Bee gathers together her friends and organizes a welcoming committee. Only Andy knows the painful truth: Bradford is a bum whose "travels" consist of riding the rails. First aired on December 4, 1967, "Aunt Bee's Cousin" was written by Dick Bensfield and Perry Grant. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1967
Howard Sprague is one frame away from bowling the first perfect game in Mayberry history-when suddenly the power fails and the bowling alley is thrown into darkness. Both bowling teams decide to continue the match the following evening. But can a nervous Howard repeat his magnificent performance of the previous night? Written by Dick Bensfield and Perry Grant, "Howard the Bowler" originally aired on September 18, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- 1967
In Raleigh to go over a legal deposition with lawyer Leigh Vance, Andy is surpristed to discover that Leigh is an attractive young woman (Whitney Blake). He is also relieved that he doesn't have to make excuses to Helen, who is safely back in Mayberry. But after he and Ms. Vance participate in a legal conference at the lady lawyer's poolside, Andy wonders how he's going to explain his severe sunburn to the skeptical Helen. Written by Joseph Bonaduce, "Andy's Trip to Raleigh" first aired on October 2, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
- Starring:
- Whitney Blake, Paul Hartman, (more)
- 1967
When Aunt Bee wins a trip to Mexico, she takes her oldest and dearest friends, Clara (Hope Summers) and Myrtle (Ruth Thom), along for the ride. But by the time the three ladies have returned home, they aren't even speaking to one another. As usual, it is up to Andy to patch up the relationship between the trio of feuding females. First shown on September 25, 1967, "A Trip to Mexico" was written by Dick Bensfield and Perry Grant. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
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