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.
Episodes
1E1Smoke RingsA 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.30m2E2A Star Ain't BornDick gets invited to Hollywood for a screen test to become a co-star on a new TV show. Dick prepares for the test but doubts his ability to become an actor.30m3E3Mid-term DinnerDick 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.30m4E4Everything from 'A to Z'Annie takes an inappropriate book to school that was intended for Dick to discuss on his talk show.30m5E5The Tennis ProDick 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.30m6E6A House Is Not a Home, YetJenny puts a down-payment on house the Preston's regard as their dream house.30m7E7The ReplacementTo improve Dick's ratings, sidekick Danny is added to 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.30m8E8Queasy RiderDick decides to get a motorcycle, much to Jenny's dismay.30m9E9The StormThe 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.30m10E10The Conductor and the LadyA famous conductor who is a guest on Dick's show is invited to the Preston's for dinner.30m11E11Off and Running30m12E12Room with a View30m13E13Linda, Linda, LindaAn ever-helpful Dick promises a young starlet a world record. To Jenny's dismay, the record is for the longest TV kiss.30m14E14Pepito from MexicoSomeone's playing Robin Hood with the Prestons' items. Unfortunately, it seems to be an inside job.30m15E15Bernie Did ItAfter fighting with his business manager, Dick must negotiate his own contract with the station manager.30m16E16Annie Get Your BikeThis flashback episode focuses on the calamities that ensue when Jenny goes into labor. Also, Annie feels ignored because of the baby's arrival; and Lucas falls off his new bike, breaking his nose.30m17E17What Is Your Husband Doing Tomorrow?30m18E18The BirthAlready nervous about impending fatherhood Dick is concerned when Jenny brings home Debbie, a pregnant hitchhiker.30m19E19The SplitDick plays marriage counselor when Bernie and Carol split up over the issue of having children.30m20E20The Harry AwardDick 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.30m21E21People's Choice30m22E22After the Ball Is OverMike's ex-husband returns. Is he really reformed?30m23E23Running Bear and Moskowitz30m24E24The TelethonWhen the talent for the television station's telethon doesn't show up, it's up to Dick and the gang to carry it off.30m25E25Sobriety TestDick 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 funny30m26E26The Former Mr. PrestonTo Dick's embarrassment, a man who is a guest on his show announces that he was Jenny's first husband.30m27E27Guess Who's Coming to Seder30m28E28Headaches30m29E29Bernie's HouseWhen 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.30m30E30The GameBernie comes up with a game show he is sure will be a winner for the network, if he can only sell the idea.30m
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