List of The Dick Van Dyke Show episodes

This is a list of all The Dick Van Dyke Show episodes.

Contents

Season 1: 1961–1962

# Title Written by Directed by Filmed Original Airdate
1 The Sick Boy and the Sitter Carl Reiner Sheldon Leonard January 20, 1961 October 3, 1961
Comedy writer Rob Petrie talks his wife Laura into leaving their "sick" son Richie with a babysitter while they attend a big party. Dr. Miller: Stacy Keach, Sr.
2 My Blonde-Haired Brunette Carl Reiner John Rich August 15, 1961 October 10, 1961
Laura dyes her hair blonde—with disastrous results—when she fears the romance in her marriage is fading.
3 Sally and the Lab Technician Carl Reiner John Rich July 4, 1961 October 17, 1961
Laura matches up her lab technician cousin, Thomas, with Rob's fireball cowriter, Sally, for a lopsided dinner party. Charlie: Jamie Farr (first appearance)
4 Washington vs. the Bunny Carl Reiner John Rich July 11, 1961 October 24, 1961
Rob is determined to go on a business trip even though Laura wants him to see their son Richie "star" in a school play. Man on Plane: Jesse White.
Has a classic dream sequence in which Rob is a "puppet" to Laura
5 Oh How We Met the Night That We Danced Carl Reiner Robert Butler July 18, 1961 October 31, 1961
While rummaging through Rob's old army equipment, Rob and Laura recall that he broke her foot the night they met. Sol: Marty Ingels.
Laura's full name is Laura Meeker of Brooklyn and Rob served in the "Taro Leaf"/24th Infantry Division (United States)
6 Harrison B. Harding of Camp Crowder, MO Carl Reiner John Rich August 1, 1961 November 6, 1961
Rob invites an old Army pal home to dinner and begins to fear he has a jewel thief on his hands. Harrison B. Harding: Allan Melvin
7 Jealousy Carl Reiner Sheldon Leonard June 27, 1961 November 7, 1961
Laura begins to worry when Rob has to work nights with a beautiful movie star.
8 To Tell or Not to Tell David Adler John Rich August 29, 1961 November 14, 1961
Rob and Richie find themselves more than a little lost when Laura briefly resumes her dancing career. "David Adler" was a pseudonym of writer Frank Tarloff.
9 The Unwelcome Houseguest Carl Reiner Robert Butler July 25, 1961 November 21, 1961
Rob reluctantly agrees to take care of Buddy's dog for the weekend and creates a furor when he brings the animal home.
10 The Meershatz Pipe Carl Reiner Sheldon Leonard June 20, 1961 November 28, 1961
Rob fears he is no longer needed when his cowriters do a show without his help. Carl Reiner makes his first off-camera appearance as Alan Brady.
11 Forty-Four Tickets Carl Reiner John Rich August 22, 1961 December 5, 1961
Rob invites 44 fellow PTA members to his television show, but forgets all about it until the day of the show.
12 Empress Carlotta's Necklace Carl Reiner James Komack September 12, 1961 December 12, 1961
Rob proudly presents Laura with a huge, horrible necklace, but she cannot bring herself to tell him that it is an atrocity. Gavin MacLeod guest-stars.
13 Sally Is a Girl David Adler John Rich September 5, 1961 December 19, 1961
Rob is accused of being a Don Juan when he takes his wife's advice and stops treating co-writer Sally as one of the boys.
14 Buddy, Can You Spare a Job? Walter Kempley James Komack September 19, 1961 December 26, 1961
After Buddy leaves "The Alan Brady Show" for a job that falls through, Rob and Sally conspire to get him his old job back. Lennie Weinrib guest-stars.
15 Where Did I Come From? Carl Reiner John Rich November 8, 1961 January 3, 1962
Six-year-old Richie asks his parents the inevitable "Where did I come from?" question. They recall the days before his birth. Dick Van Dyke has said this is his all-time favorite episode.
16 The Curious Thing About Women David Adler John Rich October 24, 1961 January 10, 1962
Rob's sense of humor backfires when he decides to base a television skit on Laura's penchant for opening his mail.
17 Punch Thy Neighbor Carl Reiner John Rich October 1, 1961 January 17, 1962
Rob's dentist pal, Jerry, strains the friendship when he starts knocking Rob's television show in public.
18 Who Owes Who What? Carl Reiner John Rich October 10, 1961 January 24, 1962
Rob's forgotten loan turns into a forgotten debt, and a television script.
19 The Talented Neighborhood Carl Reiner John Rich December 6, 1961 January 31, 1962
When his show announces a talent contest, Rob finds himself besieged by the parents of neighborhood prodigies. Barry Livingston guest-stars. Christian and Barry Van Dyke appear.
20 A Word a Day Jack Raymond John Rich November 29, 1961 February 7, 1962
Richie's expanding vocabulary starts to branch out in unexpected directions. William Schallert guest-stars.
21 The Boarder Incident Norm Liebmann and Ed Haas John Rich November 14, 1961 February 14, 1962
While his wife is away, Buddy moves in with the Petries and quickly wears out his welcome.
22 Father of the Week Arnold and Lois Peyser John Rich December 13, 1961 February 21, 1962
Rob's paternal pride suffers a cruel shock when he finds out that his six-year-old son is ashamed of him. This episode is reworked from the original Head of the Family pilot by Carl Reiner.
23 The Twizzle Carl Reiner John Rich January 9, 1962 February 28, 1962
In this episode Sally drags the entire production staff to a bowling alley, where she unveils a new song and dance. One of the cast's least favorite episodes. Jack Albertson guest-stars. Cameo by "Classy" Freddie Blassie
24 One Angry Man Leo Solomon and Ben Gershman John Rich January 16, 1962 March 7, 1962
Serving on jury duty, Rob finds himself siding with the beautiful blonde defendant. Patsy Kelly, Dabbs Greer and Doodles Weaver appear.
25 Where You Been, Fassbinder? John Whedon John Rich January 23, 1962 March 14, 1962
Romance enters Sally's life in the form of an insurance salesman named Leo Fassbinder.
26 I Am My Brother's Keeper Carl Reiner John Rich February 6, 1962 March 21, 1962
Rob's bashful brother arrives in town and proves to be confident and outgoing only when he is sleepwalking. Jerry Van Dyke guest stars. Part 1 of 2.
27 The Sleeping Brother Carl Reiner John Rich February 13, 1962 March 28, 1962
Rob's talented, sleepwalking brother manages to audition successfully for "The Alan Brady Show" even while wide-awake. Jerry Van Dyke guest-stars. Carl Reiner is shown (from behind) in his first on-camera appearance as Alan Brady . Part 2 of 2.
28 The Bad Old Days Norm Liebmann and Ed Haas John Rich January 30, 1962 April 4, 1962
Buddy convinces Rob that—like all American husbands—he is being dominated by a woman. This show was filmed without a live audience.
29 Sol and the Sponsor Walter Kempley John Rich October 17, 1961 April 11, 1962
A fancy dinner party for Rob's television sponsor and his wife is enlivened by the arrival of Rob's old Army buddy. Sol: Marty Ingels
30 The Return of Happy Spangler Carl Reiner John Rich February 20, 1962 April 18, 1962
Rob tries valiantly to help an old radio comedy writer make a comeback. Jay C. Flippen guest stars.

Carl Reiner won the Primetime Emmy Award for writing this episode.

Season 2: 1962–1963

# Title Written by Directed by Filmed Original Airdate
31 Never Name a Duck Carl Reiner John Rich August 7, 1962 September 26, 1962
When one of Richie's two pet ducks dies, it seems as if the Petrie family has lost one of its human members. Richie names the ducks Stanley & Oliver.
32 The Two Faces of Rob Sheldon Keller and Howard Merrill John Rich August 14, 1962 October 3, 1962
To prove that a wife cannot always recognize her husband on the telephone, Rob disguises his voice and asks Laura for a date.
33 The Attempted Marriage Carl Reiner John Rich August 28, 1962 October 10, 1962
A crippled jeep and a sprained ankle make Rob two hours late for his own wedding. Sandy Kenyon guest-stars.
34 Bank Book 6565696 Ray Allen Saffian and Harvey Bullock John Rich August 21, 1962 October 17, 1962
Rob is puzzled and chagrined when he finds that Laura has a secret nest egg of her own.
35 Hustling the Hustler Carl Reiner John Rich September 4, 1962 October 24, 1962
Rob has an evening of high adventure with a veteran pool shark (Phil Leeds).
36 My Husband Is Not a Drunk Carl Reiner Alan Rafkin September 18, 1962 October 31, 1962
Rob Petrie suffers from a post-hypnotic suggestion meant for someone else, and it causes mayhem at work.
37 What's in a Middle Name? Carl Reiner John Rich September 11, 1962 November 7, 1962
Rob has some explaining to do when son Richie learns that his middle name is Rosebud.

John Rich won the Primetime Emmy Award for directing this episode.
38 Like a Sister Carl Reiner Hal Cooper October 2, 1962 November 14, 1962
A handsome balladeer (Vic Damone) brings romance into Sally's life.
39 The Night the Roof Fell In John Whedon Hal Cooper October 9, 1962 November 21, 1962
Rob walks out of the house following a spat with Laura after a tiring day for the both of them.
40 The Secret Life of Buddy and Sally Lee Erwin Coby Ruskin October 16, 1962 November 28, 1962
Rob suspects cowriters Buddy and Sally of carrying on a clandestine romance.
41 A Bird in the Head Hurts Carl Reiner John Rich October 23, 1962 December 5, 1962
Richie runs into the house screaming that he has been pecked on the head by a giant woodpecker. Cliff Norton guest stars.
42 Gesundheit, Darling Carl Reiner John Rich October 30, 1962 December 12, 1962
Rob begins to fear he is allergic to his own family when proximity to Laura and Richie starts him sneezing. Sandy Kenyon guest-stars.
43 A Man's Teeth Are Not His Own Carl Reiner John Rich November 6, 1962 December 19, 1962
Rob feels that he has betrayed his dentist friend, Jerry Helper, when he lets another dentist work on his teeth.
44 Somebody Has to Play Cleopatra Martin A. Ragaway John Rich November 13, 1962 December 26, 1962
Rob directs an amateur theatrical in which rehearsals are dogged by controversy over the casting of a key part--Cleopatra. Guest-star: Bob Crane.
45 The Cat Burglar Carl Reiner John Rich November 20, 1962 January 2, 1963
A phantom burglar pillages the Petrie home, but the police are baffled as to how he did it.
46 The Foul-Weather Girl Carl Reiner John Rich November 27, 1962 January 9, 1963
Laura sees a singing weather girl (Joan O'Brien) as a threat to her marriage.
47 Will You Two Be My Wife? Carl Reiner John Rich December 4, 1962 January 16, 1963
Rob is slapped, kicked, and screamed at—among other things—by the girl he left behind when he entered the Army. Guest star: Barbara Bain.
48 Ray Murdock's X-Ray Carl Reiner Jerry Paris December 11, 1962 January 23, 1963
Rob finds himself in hot water after giving a television interview in which he unwittingly portrays his wife Laura as a nut.
49 I Was a Teenage Head Writer Sheldon Keller and Howard Merrill Jerry Paris December 18, 1962 January 30, 1963
An office crisis sets Rob to reminiscing about his hectic early days as a comedy writer.
50 It May Look Like a Walnut Carl Reiner Jerry Paris January 15, 1963 February 6, 1963
Under the influence of science fiction, Rob fears that a walnut will steal his imagination and his thumbs. Danny Thomas guest-stars.

Carl Reiner won the Primetime Emmy Award for writing this episode, which he said was inspired by his love of The Twilight Zone.
51 My Husband Is a Check-Grabber Carl Reiner Alan Rafkin January 8, 1963 February 13, 1963
Laura tries to break Rob of his expensive habit of picking up the check. Bill Idelson guest stars.
52 Don't Trip Over That Mountain Carl Reiner Coby Ruskin January 22, 1963 February 20, 1963
To his great regret, Rob ignores Laura's warning to stay off the big slopes on his first skiing excursion.
53 Give Me Your Walls! Carl Reiner Jerry Paris January 29, 1963 February 27, 1963
When Rob's living room needs a paint job, he hires a colorful master painter of Rome, Florence, and Brooklyn. Vito Giotto: Vito Scotti
54 The Sam Pomerantz Scandals Carl Reiner Claudio Guzman February 5, 1963 March 6, 1963
Rob, Laura and the office gang put together a variety show to help out an old friend. Lennie Weinrib guest-stars. Rob impersonates Stan Laurel.
55 The Square Triangle Bill Idelson Jerry Paris February 19, 1963 March 20, 1963
French singing idol Jacques Savon (Jacques Bergerac), who has played a curious part in both Rob's and Laura's past, suddenly reappears.
56 I'm No Henry Walden! Carl Reiner
Story: Ray Brenner and Jack Guss		 Jerry Paris February 12, 1963 March 27, 1963
Rob finds himself very out of place at a dinner party for celebrated literati. Carl Reiner and Everett Sloane guest-star.
57 Racy Tracy Rattigan Ronald Alexander and Carl Reiner Sheldon Leonard February 26, 1963 April 3, 1963
A romantic British film star arouses Rob's ire by his attention to Laura. Richard Dawson guest-stars.
58 Divorce Carl Reiner Jerry Paris March 5, 1963 April 10, 1963
Rob finds himself caught in the middle after Buddy announces he is going to divorce Pickles. Sheldon Leonard briefly appears off-camera as "Floyd B. Bariscale".
59 It's a Shame She Married Me Sheldon Keller and Howard Merrill James Niver March 12, 1963 April 17, 1963
Rob suffers pangs of jealousy when Laura meets a successful old flame. Robert Vaughn guest-stars.
60 A Surprise Surprise Is a Surprise Carl Reiner Jerry Paris March 19, 1963 April 24, 1963
Laura despairs when husband Rob learns of her elaborate plans to throw a surprise party for him.

This episode won The Dick Van Dyke Show the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series.
61 Jilting the Jilter Ronald Alexander Jerry Paris March 26, 1963 May 1, 1963
Sally gets a marriage proposal from an opportunistic comedian who wants her to write his material.
62 When a Bowling Pin Talks, Listen Martin A. Ragaway Jerry Paris April 2, 1963 May 8, 1963
Rob finds himself in hot water after inadvertently lifting a comedy idea from another show. Carl Reiner guest-stars.

Season 3: 1963–1964

# Title Written by Directed by Filmed Original Airdate
63 That's My Boy??? Bill Persky and Sam Denoff John Rich August 6, 1963 September 25, 1963
Rob recalls the hectic days after Richie was born, when he was sure the hospital had given him and Laura the wrong baby. Cameo appearance by Greg Morris. This episode registered the longest, uninterrupted span of laughter from a live studio audience.
64 The Masterpiece Bill Persky and Sam Denoff John Rich August 13, 1963 October 2, 1963
Rob and Laura return home from an auction with two mysterious objects of art. Alan Reed plays the role of the un-named auctioneer, and Howard Morris guest-stars as an art dealer.
65 Laura's Little Lie Carl Reiner and Howard Merrill John Rich August 20, 1963 October 9, 1963
Complications arise when Laura confesses to Rob that she lied about her age on their marriage certificate-she was 17 instead of 19; the Petries decide to marry again. Part 1 of 2.
66 Very Old Shoes, Very Old Rice Carl Reiner John Rich August 27, 1963 October 16, 1963
Rob and Laura learn they are not legally married and make plans to elope. Burt Mustin and Madge Blake guest-star as marriage witnesses. Part 2 of 2
67 All About Eavesdropping Sheldon Keller and Howard Merrill Stanley Cherry April 9, 1963 October 23, 1963
Through Richie's toy intercom, Rob and Laura tune in on a conversation at the Helpers' and almost lose two friends. This episode was filmed during Season Two.
68 Too Many Stars Sheldon Keller and Howard Merrill Jerry Paris September 10, 1963 October 30, 1963
Rob finds he has "too many stars" on his hands when he tries to direct a show for the Parents' Council. Sylvia Lewis guest stars.
69 Who and Where Was Antonio Stradivarius? Carl Reiner Jerry Paris September 17, 1963 November 6, 1963
Amnesiac Rob finds himself at a party in a strange town, swaying to the bossa nova with a breathless young woman who adores him.
70 Uncle George Bill Idelson Jerry Paris September 3, 1963 November 13, 1963
Rob's Uncle George arrives in town and asks his nephew to find him a wife. Denver Pyle guest-starred as Uncle George.
71 Big Max Calvada Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris October 8, 1963 November 20, 1963
Executive Producer Sheldon Leonard guest-stars as an underworld figure who muscles Rob, Sally, and Buddy into an unusual writing assignment.
72 The Ballad of the Betty Lou Martin A. Ragaway Howard Morris October 15, 1963 November 27, 1963
Rob and Jerry invest in a sailboat and find they have embarked on a disastrous venture.
73 Turtles, Ties and Toreadors John Whedon Jerry Paris October 22, 1963 December 4, 1963
Rob feels like a hero when he hires a maid for his overworked wife, Laura.
74 The Sound of the Trumpets of Conscience Falls Deafly on a Brain That Holds Its Ears...or Something Like That! Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris October 29, 1963 December 11, 1963
Rob thinks he has witnessed two crooks running from the scene of a crime. The title is a parody of the then-fashionable trend of overly-verbose episode titles on such dramas as Naked City and Route 66.
75 The Alan Brady Show Presents Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris November 12, 1963 December 18, 1963
The entire Alan Brady staff presents a Christmas show instead of the script turned in by the show's writers. Carl Reiner guest-stars.
76 The Third One From The Left John Whedon Jerry Paris November 5, 1963 January 1, 1964
A young chorus girl on "The Alan Brady Show" falls desperately in love with Rob. Cheryl Holdridge guest-stars.
77 My Husband Is the Best One Martin A. Ragaway Jerry Paris November 19, 1963 January 8, 1964
Rob gets into trouble at work after Laura interferes in an interview he is giving on Alan Brady. Carl Reiner guest-stars.
78 Happy Birthday and Too Many More Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris November 26, 1963 February 5, 1964
When Laura and Rob give Richie a birthday party, 63 screaming moppets make a shambles of the Petrie house. (In the midst of President Kennedy's assassination during rehearsals for this episode, it was decided to be filmed several days later without a live audience). Jerry Paris' son Tony appears as one of the moppets.
79 The Lady and the Tiger and the Lawyer Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris December 3, 1963 January 15, 1964
When a handsome bachelor moves in next door, Rob and Laura become matchmakers.
80 The Life and Love of Joe Coogan Carl Reiner Jerry Paris December 10, 1963 January 22, 1964
Laura meets her old love, a young man who has entered the priesthood.
81 A Nice Friendly Game of Cards Ernest Chambers Howard Morris December 17, 1963 January 29, 1964
Inadvertently using a deck of marked cards, Rob wins at poker and almost loses a few friends. Ed Platt guest-stars.
82 The Brave and the Backache Sheldon Keller and Howard Merrill Jerry Paris December 31, 1963 February 12, 1964
Rob consults a psychiatrist to determine whether a series of mysterious ailments is psychosomatic. Ken Berry guest-stars.
83 The Pen Is Mightier Than the Mouth Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris January 7, 1964 February 19, 1964
Rob and Buddy find themselves overworked and overwrought when Sally becomes a television personality overnight. Part 1 of 2.
84 My Part-Time Wife Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris January 14, 1964 February 26, 1964
When Laura fills in for Sally at the office, she does such a perfect job that Rob almost loses his mind. Part 2 of 2.
85 Honeymoons Are for the Lucky Carl Reiner Jerry Paris January 21, 1964 March 4, 1964
Rob recalls the hectic time of his Army marriage to Laura, and the difficulty in obtaining a three-day pass for their honeymoon. Allan Melvin guest-stars.
86 How to Spank a Star Nathaniel Curtis and Bill Idelson Jerry Paris January 28, 1964 March 11, 1964
At the insistence of a domineering guest star, Rob takes over as producer of "The Alan Brady Show."
87 The Plots Thicken Carl Reiner, Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris February 4, 1964 March 18, 1964
A family crisis develops when Rob's and Laura's parents compete to get the couple committed to their respective cemetery plots.
88 Scratch My Car and Die John Whedon Howard Morris February 11, 1964 March 25, 1964
A scratch on Rob's new car causes a domestic crisis at the Petrie house.
89 The Return of Edwin Carp Carl Reiner Howard Morris February 18, 1964 April 1, 1964
Rob rounds up three notable personalities from the old days of radio for an Alan Brady "special." Richard Haydn guest-stars.
90 October Eve Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris March 3, 1964 April 8, 1964
A painting of Laura returns to haunt her. Although she posed fully clothed, the artist took the liberty of "undraping" her. Carl Reiner makes his first full-face appearance (but with a beard), playing the role of the Russian-accented artist, that drew Laura.

Dick Van Dyke and Mary Tyler Moore won the Primetime Emmy Awards for their performances in this episode.
91 Dear Mrs. Petrie, Your Husband Is in Jail Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris March 10, 1964 April 15, 1964
When Rob looks up an old Army buddy at a honky-tonk nitery, the result is a confusion-packed night that finally lands him in jail.
92 My Neighbor's Husband's Other Life Carl Reiner, Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris March 17, 1964 April 22, 1964
Rob and Laura suspect the worst when they spy their friend Jerry Helper dining out with a beautiful blonde.
93 I'd Rather Be Bald Than Have No Head at All Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris March 24, 1964 April 29, 1964
Rob thinks he's going bald and tries a barber's secret recipe which consists of ingredients usually reserved for a salad. Ned Glass guest stars.
94 Teacher's Petrie Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris March 31, 1964 May 13, 1964
Rob is skeptical when Laura's new writing teacher thinks she shows promise. Bernard Fox guest stars.

Season 4: 1964–1965

# Title Written by Directed by Filmed Original Airdate
95 My Mother Can Beat Up My Father Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris August 4, 1964 September 23, 1964
Laura proves herself more proficient than Rob in the art of self-defense. Guest star: Ken Berry.
96 The Ghost of A. Chantz Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris August 11, 1964 September 30, 1964
Rob, Laura, Sally, and Buddy spend a frightening night in a haunted cabin at a mountain resort. A spoof of Candid Camera
97 The Lady and the Babysitter Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris August 18, 1964 October 7, 1964
Rob and Laura are unaware that their teenage babysitter has a crush on Laura. Guest star: Eddie Hodges.
98 The Vigilante Ripped My Sports Coat Carl Reiner Peter Baldwin August 25, 1964 October 14, 1964
Rob's friendship with Jerry is almost destroyed in a row over a neighbor's crabgrass lawn.
99 The Man from "Emperor" Carl Reiner, Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris September 1, 1964 October 21, 1964
When Rob is offered a job as humor consultant on a magazine for men-about-town, he runs into misgivings from Laura.
100 Romance, Roses and Rye Bread Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris September 8, 1964 October 28, 1964
Sally is romanced by a secret admirer—the owner of Monker's Delicatessen.
101 4½ Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris September 15, 1964 November 4, 1964
Rob and Laura are on their way to see Laura's obstetrician when they are trapped in a stalled elevator with a hold-up man. Don Rickles guest-stars. Part 1 of 2.
102 The Alan Brady Show Goes to Jail Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris September 22, 1964 November 11, 1964
The Alan Brady writers entertain at a prison and Rob gets locked up with the inmates. Don Rickles, Robert Strauss and Allan Melvin guest-star. Part 2 of 2.
103 Three Letters from One Wife Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris September 29, 1964 November 18, 1964
Rob risks his job when he convinces Alan Brady to do a cultural documentary program. Carl Reiner guest-stars.
104 Pink Pills and Purple Parents Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Alan Rafkin October 20, 1964 November 25, 1964
On the night when Rob's parents come to visit, Laura takes two pink pills and suffers disastrous side effects.
105 It Wouldn't Hurt Them to Give Us a Raise Jay Burton and Ernest Chambers Peter Baldwin October 6, 1964 December 2, 1964
The Brady writers press for higher salaries and find themselves tangled in a maze of interlocking corporations. Roger C. Carmel guest-stars.
106 The Death of the Party Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Alan Rafkin October 27, 1964 December 9, 1964
Rob struggles through a party for Laura's relatives rather than admit he is sick as a dog.
107 My Two Showoffs and Me Sheldon Keller and Howard Merrill Jerry Paris April 3, 1964 December 16, 1964
The prospect of being the subjects in a national magazine story brings out the egotistical worst in Rob, Sally, and Buddy. This episode was filmed during Season Three.
108 Stretch Petrie vs. Kid Schenk Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris November 3, 1964 December 30, 1964
Rob is forced to squelch the scheme of an opportunistic old friend. Jack Carter guest stars.
109 Brother, Can You Spare $2500? Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris November 17, 1964 January 6, 1965
Rob receives a ransom demand of $2500 for his lost television script. Gene Baylos guest stars.
110 The Impractical Joke Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris November 10, 1964 January 13, 1965
Rob resorts to psychological warfare to get even with a practical joker. Guest Stars: Lennie Weinrib as "Phil Franklin", Buddy's accountant & Alvy Moore as Income Tax agent, "William Handlebuck". Three quotes - Sally Rogers: "Don't you know that wiretapping is illegal?" Buddy Sorrell: "Well, for the uninformed, Phil is by day, my accountant and at night, the greatest practical joker in the business!" Phil Franklin: "Just a reasonable facsimile; I got you myself, for myself!"
111 Stacey Petrie - Part I Carl Reiner Jerry Paris November 24, 1964 January 20, 1965
Rob's younger brother becomes romantically involved with Sally. Jerry Van Dyke appears in this episode as Stacey Petrie.
112 Stacey Petrie - Part II Carl Reiner, Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris December 1, 1964 January 27, 1965
Stacey Petrie tries to save his new coffeehouse from closing and his romance from ending. Guest-stars Carl Reiner & Jerry Van Dyke as Stacey Petrie.
113 The Redcoats Are Coming Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris December 8, 1964 February 10, 1965
The Petries are invaded by a horde of teenagers when they entertain and attempt to hide two British rock-and-roll idols. Guest stars: Chad & Jeremy, Trudi Ames
114 Boy #1, Boy #2 Martin A. Ragaway Jerry Paris December 15, 1964 February 3, 1965
Laura and Millie become unbearable stage mothers when their sons are cast in a television commercial.
115 The Case of the Pillow Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Howard Morris December 22, 1964 February 17, 1965
Rob becomes a trial lawyer to prosecute a shifty salesman. Ed Begley guest-stars & Alvy Moore guest-starred as the shifty salesman.
116 Young Man With a Shoehorn Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris January 12, 1965 February 24, 1965
When he invests in a shoe store, Rob learns that a shoe clerk's lot is not always a happy one. Lou Jacobi guest stars.
117 Girls Will Be Boys Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris January 19, 1965 March 3, 1965
The Petries face a problem when Richie is beaten up by a pretty little girl who loves him. Bernard Fox guest stars.
118 Bupkis Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Lee Philips January 26, 1965 March 10, 1965
Rob learns that a song he wrote with an old buddy, Frank "Sticks" Mandalay (Greg Morris), is about to be a hit, and he starts a fight over authorship rights.
119 Your Home Sweet Home Is My Home Howard Ostroff and Joan Darling Lee Philips February 2, 1965 March 17, 1965
Rob recalls the time he and his best friend Jerry tried to buy the same house.
120 Not Now, Anthony Stone Joseph C. Cavella Jerry Paris February 9, 1965 March 24, 1965
Sally's new tall, dark and handsome boyfriend is secretive about what he does for a living.
121 Never Bathe on Saturday Carl Reiner Jerry Paris February 16, 1965 March 31, 1965
The Petries' romantic second honeymoon becomes a disaster when Laura's toe gets caught in a bath spout. Bill Idelson and Bernard Fox guest star.

This episode won The Dick Van Dyke Show the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series.
122 Show of Hands Joseph C. Cavella Theodore J. Flicker March 9, 1965 April 14, 1965
Just before they are due at a formal banquet, Rob and Laura accidentally dye their hands an indelible black.
123 Baby Fat Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris March 16, 1965 April 21, 1965
Rob helps Alan Brady by rewriting a play starring the comic. Carl Reiner, Sandy Kenyon and Strother Martin guest-star.
124 One Hundred Terrible Hours Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Theodore J. Flicker March 2, 1965 May 5, 1965
Rob recalls his job interview with Alan Brady near the end of an arduous keep-awake radio marathon. Carl Reiner guest-stars.
125 Br-rooom Br-rooom Dale McRaven and Carl Kleinschmitt Jerry Paris March 23, 1965 May 12, 1965
Rob buys a motorcycle and is arrested as a joy-riding delinquent his first time out. Sandy Kenyon guest-stars.
126 There's No Sale Like Wholesale Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris March 30, 1965 May 26, 1965
Rob and Laura learn that buying a fur coat wholesale can be trouble when their "connection" is Buddy Sorrell.

Season 5: 1965–1966

# Title Written by Directed by Filmed Original Airdate
127 Coast to Coast Big Mouth Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris August 3, 1965 September 15, 1965
Laura blurts out a top secret on a national television quiz show - that comedian Alan Brady wears a toupee. Carl Reiner guest-stars.

Bill Persky and Sam Denoff won the Primetime Emmy Award for writing this episode, which also won The Dick Van Dyke Show the award for Outstanding Comedy Series.
128 A Farewell to Writing Fred Freeman and Lawrence J. Cohen Jerry Paris April 2, 1965 September 22, 1965
Rob sets out to write a book during his vacation, but has trouble getting started. This episode was filmed during Season Four.
129 Uhny Uftz Dale McRaven and Carl Kleinschmitt Jerry Paris August 10, 1965 September 29, 1965
Rob sees a flying saucer and tracks it to its lair - the office above his own.
130 The Ugliest Dog in the World Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Lee Philips August 17, 1965 October 6, 1965
Rob and Laura try to find a permanent home for an ugly mutt from the dog pound. Billy DeWolfe and Michael Conrad guest star.
131 No Rice at My Wedding Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Lee Philips August 24, 1965 October 13, 1965
Rob and Laura recall their courtship days, when Rob almost lost Laura to another man. Van Williams and Allan Melvin guest star.
132 Draw Me a Pear Art Baer and Ben Joelson Jerry Paris August 31, 1965 October 20, 1965
Rob and Laura enroll in an art class–and the beautiful instructress has designs on Rob. Ina Balin guest stars.
133 The Great Petrie Fortune Jay Burton and Ernest Chambers Jerry Paris September 7, 1965 October 27, 1965
Rob's dreams of inheriting a fortune are dashed until he realizes the intangible worth of an old photograph. Dick Van Dyke also appears as "Uncle Hezekiah".
134 Odd But True Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris September 21, 1965 November 3, 1965
Rob is offered $500 because the freckles on his back are in the shape of the Liberty Bell.
135 Viva Petrie John Whedon Jerry Paris September 28, 1965 November 10, 1965
Rob and Laura have an unusual houseguest, a bullfighter named Manuel who installs himself as a handyman.
136 Go Tell the Birds and the Bees Rick Mittleman Jerry Paris October 5, 1965 November 17, 1965
When Richie spins a few fantastic stories for his friends, his parents wind up in the school psychologist's office.
137 Body and Sol Dale McRaven and Carl Kleinschmitt Jerry Paris October 12, 1965 November 24, 1965
Rob recalls the time he defended his title as middleweight champion of the Army camp. Allan Melvin and Michael Conrad guest star. Garry Marshall appears as a boxing referee.
138 See Rob Write, Write Rob Write Fred Freeman and Lawrence J. Cohen Jerry Paris October 19, 1965 December 8, 1965
Rob and Laura become rivals when each writes a story for children.
139 You're Under Arrest Joseph C. Cavella Jerry Paris October 26, 1965 December 15, 1965
Rob goes out to cool off after a quarrel with Laura and winds up in trouble with the law. Sandy Kenyon guest-stars.
140 Fifty-Two Forty-Five or Work Rick Mittleman Jerry Paris November 2, 1965 December 29, 1965
Rob recalls the time he was out of work with a new home, no furniture, and a pregnant wife. James Frawley guest-stars.
141 Who Stole My Watch? Joseph Bonaduce Jerry Paris November 9, 1965 January 5, 1966
Rob loses his friends as well as his watch when the friends learn they're all under suspicion.
142 Bad Reception in Albany Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris November 23, 1965 March 9, 1966
While out of town for a cousin's wedding, Rob has to locate a television set to watch a special show. He wears a tuxedo with fur lapels for the occasion.
143 I Do Not Choose to Run Dale McRaven and Carl Kleinschmitt Jerry Paris November 30, 1965 January 19, 1966
Rob can't make up his mind when asked to be a candidate for the city council. Arte Johnson guest-stars. Part 1 of 2.
144 The Making of a Councilman Dale McRaven and Carl Kleinschmitt Jerry Paris December 7, 1966 January 26, 1966
Rob agrees to run for office but realizes he'd prefer to vote for his brainy opponent. Wally Cox guest-starred. Part 2 of 2.
145 The Curse of the Petrie People Dale McRaven and Carl Kleinschmitt Jerry Paris December 14, 1966 February 2, 1966
Rob's parents give a family heirloom piece of jewelry to Laura, who accidentally drops it in the garbage disposal.
146 The Bottom of Mel Cooley's Heart John Whedon Jerry Paris December 21, 1965 February 9, 1966
When Mel Cooley takes Rob's advice and stands up to Alan Brady, he is promptly fired. Carl Reiner guest-stars.
147 Remember the Alimony Dale McRaven and Carl Kleinschmitt Jerry Paris January 4, 1966 February 16, 1966
Rob and Laura recall the time they filled in an application for a $10 divorce. Bernie Kopell and Allan Melvin guest-star.
148 Dear Sally Rogers Ronald Axe Richard Erdman January 11, 1966 February 23, 1966
Sally advertises for a husband on a national television show as a gag and is flooded with fan mail. Richard Schaal and Bill Idelson guest star.
149 Buddy Sorrell Man and Boy Art Baer and Ben Joelson Richard Erdman January 18, 1966 March 2, 1966
Symptoms and evidence indicate that Buddy is either seeing a psychiatrist or having an affair. Or perhaps something else?
150 Long Night's Journey Into Day Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris January 25, 1966 March 16, 1966
Laura spends a harrowing night alone in the house when the rest of the family goes off on a fishing trip.
151 Talk to the Snail Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris February 1, 1966 March 23, 1966
Believing that comedian Alan Brady plans to cut down his writing staff, Rob applies for a job with a ventriloquist. Paul Winchell and Henry Gibson guest star.
152 A Day in the Life of Alan Brady Joseph Bonaduce Jerry Paris February 8, 1966 April 6, 1966
The Petries' anniversary party for the Helpers turns into a television documentary for Alan Brady. Carl Reiner guest-stars.
153 Obnoxious, Offensive, Egomaniac, Etc. Dale McRaven and Carl Kleinschmitt Jerry Paris February 22, 1966 April 13, 1966
Rob and his writers are in big trouble for adding insults to an Alan Brady script. Carl Reiner guest-stars.
154 The Man from My Uncle Garry Marshall and Jerry Belson Jerry Paris March 1, 1966 April 20, 1966
The Petrie home becomes a command post when government agents put a neighbor's home under surveillance. Godfrey Cambridge guest stars.
155 You Ought to Be in Pictures Jack Winter Jerry Paris March 8, 1966 April 27, 1966
Rob is cast opposite a gorgeous Italian actress in a low-budget film and turns out to be the screen's worst lover. Michael Constantine guest stars. An unused alternate take was filmed showing Rob breaking down and crying over losing the role. This was shown three years later on a reunion special called Dick Van Dyke and the Other Woman.
156 Love Thy Other Neighbor Dale McRaven and Carl Kleinschmitt Jerry Paris March 15, 1966 May 4, 1966
Rob and Laura are dismayed by Millie Helper's jealousy of their new neighbors.
157 The Gunslinger Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris March 22, 1966 May 25, 1966
The Petries and their friends are transported to the Wild West when Rob dreams he is a frontier sheriff. Carl Reiner and Allan Melvin guest-star. Writers Garry Marshall, Jerry Belson, Bill Persky and Sam Denoff also make brief gag appearances as well.
158 The Last Chapter Carl Reiner, Bill Persky and Sam Denoff Jerry Paris March 15, 1966 June 1, 1966
Rob's autobiography conjures up scenes from the past and leads Alan Brady to buy the book for a television series. Carl Reiner guest-stars.

Dick Van Dyke and Mary Tyler Moore won the Primetime Emmy Awards for their performances in this final episode of The Dick Van Dyke Show.

Writers with Multiple Episodes

"Public domain" episodes

The following episodes lapsed into the "public domain" and are often sold as a DVD at dollar stores:

Among the 158 episodes, 144 episodes originally aired on a Wednesday, thirteen aired on a Tuesday, and "Harrison B. Harding of Camp Crowder, MO" aired on a Monday.