What were some of the WEAKEST episodes of 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show?' - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Brian Damage · 03-07-2011, 01:05 AM

Now we all know even the greatest sitcoms had one or two clunkers on their resumes. What episodes in your own opinion, just didn't hold up for this classic sitcom?

OH Nuts! · 03-07-2011, 03:26 PM

None (or at least nothing major that I can think of anyway.) Ted and Phyllis did grate on my nerves sometimes, but upon reflection, they were nsecessary to balance off the sweet and classy Mary. It was a superb show (that also had the good sense to ride out high rather than limping along for umpteen seasons)

Alphanumeric · 03-21-2011, 05:27 PM

"His Two Right Arms", Season 2, with Bill Daily. It leaves me thinking, "What was that supposed to be??" (I think the answer is, maybe it was supposed to showcase the guest stars, to help them get their own shows.)

LittleRickyII · 03-21-2011, 07:13 PM

"Keep Your Guard Up," with John Schuck as a former football player Mary feels sorry for, and "The 45-Year-Old Man," with Slim Pickens as station owner, Wild Jack Monroe. Ugh! Both are from the first season.

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03-07-2011, 03:26 PM	#2
OH Nuts! Member Forum King Join Date: Feb 15, 2005 Posts: 133,383	None (or at least nothing major that I can think of anyway.) Ted and Phyllis did grate on my nerves sometimes, but upon reflection, they were nsecessary to balance off the sweet and classy Mary. It was a superb show (that also had the good sense to ride out high rather than limping along for umpteen seasons)

03-21-2011, 05:27 PM	#3
Alphanumeric Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jun 12, 2009 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 22	"His Two Right Arms", Season 2, with Bill Daily. It leaves me thinking, "What was that supposed to be??" (I think the answer is, maybe it was supposed to showcase the guest stars, to help them get their own shows.)

03-21-2011, 07:13 PM	#4
LittleRickyII Member Senior Member Join Date: Feb 22, 2009 Location: California Posts: 2,246	"Keep Your Guard Up," with John Schuck as a former football player Mary feels sorry for, and "The 45-Year-Old Man," with Slim Pickens as station owner, Wild Jack Monroe. Ugh! Both are from the first season.