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The Sick Boy and the Sitter

Rob Petrie's two worlds collide when he accidentally brings work problems home and home problems to work in the series premiere.

October 03, 1961 Dir: Sheldon Leonard Written by: Carl Reiner
2
My Blonde-Haired Brunette

Rob's imagination runs wild when he convinces himself that something is wrong, leading to a hilarious spiral of unnecessary worry.

October 10, 1961 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
3
Jealousy!

Buddy and Sally help Rob through a writing crisis, showcasing the brilliant chemistry of the writers' room.

October 17, 1961 Dir: Sheldon Leonard Written by: Carl Reiner
4
Sally and the Lab Technician

Laura Petrie makes her mark in an episode that proves Mary Tyler Moore was born to light up a television screen.

October 24, 1961 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
5
Washington vs. the Bunny

Rob tries to keep a secret from Laura, and his inability to lie convincingly makes for fantastic physical comedy.

October 31, 1961 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
6
Oh How Lovely Is the Evening

The writers' room faces a deadline crisis, and the pressure brings out the best — and funniest — in Rob, Buddy, and Sally.

November 07, 1961 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
7
The Unwelcome Houseguest

A flashback reveals how Rob and Laura met, giving audiences the origin story of one of TV's greatest couples.

November 14, 1961 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
8
Harrison B. Harding of Camp Crowder, Mo.

Rob and Laura host a dinner party that goes sideways, proving that the Petries are wonderful people but challenging hosts.

November 21, 1961 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
9
To Tell or Not to Tell

Buddy's one-liners steal the show in an episode that highlights Morey Amsterdam's rapid-fire comedic genius.

November 28, 1961 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner, David Adler
10
My Father Can Beat Your Father

Sally's dating life becomes the office's favorite topic, and Rose Marie delivers a masterclass in comedic timing.

December 05, 1961 Dir: Sheldon Leonard Written by: Carl Reiner
11
Empress Carlotta's Necklace

Rob gets into a misunderstanding with Alan Brady's staff, navigating the treacherous waters of showbiz politics.

December 12, 1961 Dir: James Komack Written by: Carl Reiner
12
Buddy, Can You Spare a Job?

Laura accidentally reveals something embarrassing on television, and Rob has to deal with the hilarious fallout.

December 19, 1961 Dir: John Rich Written by: Walter Kempley
13
The Meershatz Pipe

The Petries' neighbors Jerry and Millie get pulled into another suburban adventure with Rob and Laura.

December 26, 1961 Dir: Sheldon Leonard Written by: Carl Reiner
14
Forty-Four Tickets

Rob tries to impress someone important and his overpreparation leads to one of the show's most relatable comedy moments.

January 02, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
15
Who Owes Who What?

A mix-up at the office creates a comedy of errors that only the Alan Brady Show writing team could produce.

January 09, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
16
The Curious Thing About Women

Rob's attempt to do something creative outside of work proves that comedy writing is harder than it looks — even for a pro.

January 16, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: David Adler
17
Punch Thy Neighbor

Laura and Rob disagree about a parenting decision for Ritchie, handling it with the wit and warmth that defines their marriage.

January 23, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
18
Where Did I Come From?

Buddy gets into trouble and Rob has to bail him out, testing the limits of workplace friendship.

January 30, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
19
The Boarder Incident

Sally finds a new romantic prospect, and her friends' attempts to help only complicate matters.

February 06, 1962 Dir: Sheldon Leonard Written by: Carl Reiner
20
A Word a Day

An old Army buddy of Rob's visits, and the trip down memory lane reveals hilarious stories from Rob's pre-Laura days.

February 13, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Jack Raymond
21
The Talented Neighborhood

Rob faces a moral dilemma at work that he handles with the thoughtfulness and humor that make him TV's most likable comedy writer.

February 20, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
22
It May Look Like a Walnut!

A neighborhood event brings the New Rochelle community together, with Rob inevitably ending up at the center of the action.

February 06, 1962 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
23
Father of the Week

Laura takes charge of a situation while Rob is at work, proving she's more than a match for any challenge.

March 06, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Arnold, Lois Peyser
24
The Twizzle

The first season wraps with an episode that captures everything viewers have come to love about the Petrie household.

March 13, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Lee Erwin
25
One Angry Man

Rob and Laura's marriage gets tested by a minor disagreement that snowballs into major comedy.

March 20, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Leo Solomon, Ben Gershman
26
Where You Been, Fassbinder?

The writers' room dynamics shine as Rob, Buddy, and Sally tackle a creative challenge with their signature banter.

March 27, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: John Whedon
27
The Bad Old Days

Rob trips over the ottoman in spectacular fashion as the season delivers another gem of domestic comedy.

April 03, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Sheldon Keller, Howard Merrill
28
Sol and the Sponsor

An unexpected development at work forces Rob to juggle professional and personal obligations with his usual charm.

April 10, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Walter Kempley
29
The Return of Happy Spangler

Laura and Sally team up, and their combined energy creates a force of nature that Rob and Buddy can barely contain.

April 17, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Carl Reiner
30
Romance, Roses and Rye Bread

The season finale delivers a story that ties together the show's workplace and home life in perfect comedic balance.

April 24, 1962 Dir: John Rich Written by: Jack Raymond
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