Is this a corny episode? Yes. Is it worth watching? Yes. 18-year-old Jerry Lanning (who later starred on Broadway) sings a gorgeous cover of "This Nearly Was Mine" from "South Pacific." It's also fun to watch both Jack Albertson and Richard Deacon doin' the Twizzle,
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THE FAMOUS TWIZZLE EPISODE.
tcchelsey20 April 2024
There's a long story about this episode, how the cast wasn't too thrilled about it -- but it's still fun to watch. Above all, it's a neat time capsule of the 60s, a take off on the Twist in a goofy sort of way.
Sally is the hero here, discovering new talent Jerry Lanning at a bowling alley? Lanning is a singer who has come up with a new dance called the "Twizzle,' and she wants everyone from the tv show to come over and see this guy do his thing.
You have to admit, watching Dick Van Dyke and the gang dance is pretty funny, not to miss Mel Cooley (Richard Deacon). The episode has its moments, and was supposed to be a showcase for Broadway singer and actor Jerry Lanning. Lanning later played a lead role in the tv series, TEXAS.
Also in the cast is Jack Albertson, and in a bit part as one of the bowlers, Jack Berle, brother of comedian Milton Berle. Written by Carl Reiner, who just let it roll. I think Rose Marie had the most fun of the entire cast.
Dedicated to all us 60s rock n' rollers.
SEASON 1 remastered dvd box set. 5 dvd set. Released 2007.
Sally is the hero here, discovering new talent Jerry Lanning at a bowling alley? Lanning is a singer who has come up with a new dance called the "Twizzle,' and she wants everyone from the tv show to come over and see this guy do his thing.
You have to admit, watching Dick Van Dyke and the gang dance is pretty funny, not to miss Mel Cooley (Richard Deacon). The episode has its moments, and was supposed to be a showcase for Broadway singer and actor Jerry Lanning. Lanning later played a lead role in the tv series, TEXAS.
Also in the cast is Jack Albertson, and in a bit part as one of the bowlers, Jack Berle, brother of comedian Milton Berle. Written by Carl Reiner, who just let it roll. I think Rose Marie had the most fun of the entire cast.
Dedicated to all us 60s rock n' rollers.
SEASON 1 remastered dvd box set. 5 dvd set. Released 2007.
This isn't a bad show, but I could see why the actors didn't like this episode.
planktonrules26 November 2023
This episode was meant to showcase an up and coming singing sensation meant for stardom, Jerry Lanning. While Lanning as a beautiful voice in the show, he never turned into the teen singing sensation folks wished he'd been. But because the show was meant primarily to showcase his talents, the rest of the cast take a definite backseat and the overall style of the episode is not at all like "The Dick Van Dyke Show". As a result, the series regulars apparently hated the episode.
Sally is insanely positive about some new singing sensation she's discovered at a bowling alley, Randy Twizzle. She insists Rob, Buddy and Mel listen to him sing a catchy ditty...and soon he's signed to appear on "The Alan Brady Show". However, after talking with his agent, Randy wants to back out...but not for the reasons anyone anticipated.
Lanning is a nice looking teen with a great voice. But if that isn't what you are looking for, you're likely to be disappointed. Overall, not a terrible show but one so atypical I can see why many were not impressed.
Sally is insanely positive about some new singing sensation she's discovered at a bowling alley, Randy Twizzle. She insists Rob, Buddy and Mel listen to him sing a catchy ditty...and soon he's signed to appear on "The Alan Brady Show". However, after talking with his agent, Randy wants to back out...but not for the reasons anyone anticipated.
Lanning is a nice looking teen with a great voice. But if that isn't what you are looking for, you're likely to be disappointed. Overall, not a terrible show but one so atypical I can see why many were not impressed.
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