The New Dick Van Dyke Show (1971)
Synopsis
The New Dick Van Dyke Show is an American sitcom starring Dick Van Dyke that aired on CBS from 1971 to 1974. It was Van Dyke's first return to series television since The Dick Van Dyke Show.
Network
CBS
Episodes
Smoke Rings
A chimp who blows smoke rings appears on Dick's talk show; Dick smokes along with the chimp on air. After the show, Dick realizes he is hooked on smoking again and solicits help from his wife and family, also struggling with the habit.
A Star Ain't Born
Dick gets invited to Hollywood for a screen test to become a star on a new TV show. Dick prepares for the test but doubts his ability to become a star.
Mid-term Dinner
Dick and Jenny are happy that 16 year old son Dan is bringing a girlfriend to dinner. But when Dan appears with Judy, an African American, the senior members of the family must examine their beliefs.
Everything from 'A to Z'
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The Tennis Pro
Dick becomes jealous of Jenny's tennis instructor. Skip and Jenny play doubles at the club, winning every game. When their babysitter gets sick, Dick volunteers to stay home with Annie. Skip brought a bottle of sparkling wine and Dick drinks it all.
A House Is Not a Home, Yet
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The Replacement
To improve Dick's ratings, a sidekick (Danny Taylor played by Steve Lawrence) is added on the show, which proves too successful. Dick, suffering from a cold, fears that he will be replaced. When Dick's doctor tells him to stay home to recover, Danny fills in for him. Carl Reiner appears as himself.
Queasy Rider
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The Storm
The Prestons end up with a house full of unexpected guests when a violent storms strands people. This includes a priest and a nun turning sleeping arrangements into a difficult situation.
The Conductor and the Lady
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Off and Running
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Room with a View
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Linda, Linda, Linda
An ever-helpful Dick promises a young starlet a world record. To Jenny's dismay, the record is for the longest TV kiss.
Pepito from Mexico
Someone's playing Robin Hood with the Prestons' items. Unfortunately, it seems to be an inside job.
Bernie Did It
After fighting with his business manager, Dick must negotiate his own contract with the station manager.
Annie Get Your Bike
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What Is Your Husband Doing Tomorrow?
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The Birth
Already nervous about impending fatherhood Dick is concerned when wife brings home Debbie, a pregnant hitchhiker.
The Split
Dick plays marriage counselor when Bernie and Carol split up over the issue of having children.
The Harry Award
Dick is excited when he learns he's to receive a prestigious award. But Dick changes his attitude after learning the presentation is held at a country club that practices racial discrimination leaving him with a dilemma.
People's Choice
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After the Ball Is Over
Mike's ex-husband returns. Is he really reformed?
Running Bear and Moskowitz
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The Telethon
When the talent for the television station's telethon doesn't show up, it's up to Dick and the gang to carry it off.
Sobriety Test
Dick agrees to a drinking test for his show, that shows the evils of drinking, but while under the influence he says a few things about marriage that Jenny does not find funny
The Former Preston
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Guess Who's Coming to Seder
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Headaches
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Bernie's House
When the house next to the Preston's comes up for sale, it's hard for them to admit they don't want Bernie and Carol to buy it.
The Game
Bernie comes up with a game show he is sure will be a winner for the network, if he can only sell the idea.
Cast
Details
Original Title
The New Dick Van Dyke Show
Status
Ended
Seasons
3
Episodes
78
Production
Cave Creek Enterprises
