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1
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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