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Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. (1964)

7.1 5 seasons 150 episodes Ended

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Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. is an American situation comedy that originally aired on CBS from September 25, 1964, to May 2, 1969. The series was a spinoff of The Andy Griffith Show, and the pilot was aired as the finale of the fourth season of The Andy Griffith Show on May 18, 1964. The show ran for five seasons and a total of 150 episodes. In 2006, CBS Home Entertainment began releasing the series on DVD. The final season was released in November 2008. The series was created by Aaron Ruben, who also produced the show with Sheldon Leonard and Ronald Jacobs. Filmed and set in California, it stars Jim Nabors as Gomer Pyle, a naive but good-natured gas-station attendant from the town of Mayberry, North Carolina, who enlists in the United States Marine Corps. Frank Sutton plays Gomer's high-octane, short-fused Gunnery Sergeant Vince Carter, and Ronnie Schell plays Gomer's friend Gilbert "Duke" Slater. Allan Melvin played in the recurring role of Gunnery Sergeant Carter's rival, Sergeant Charley Hacker. The series never discussed nor addressed the then-current Vietnam War, instead focusing on the relationship between Gomer and Sergeant Carter. The show retained high ratings throughout its run.

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Seasons & episodes

PFC Gomer PyleSep 17, 1965

Carter postpones his vacation until all his men pass their PFC exams -- and, of course, Gomer is the only one to fail.

Third Finger, Left LoafSep 24, 1965

Gomer is asked to be the best man at his friend's wedding, then loses the ring the night before the ceremony.

The Blind DateOct 1, 1965

Carter sets Gomer up with a blind date who thinks he is an oil millionaire.

Home on the RangeOct 8, 1965

Gomer unknowingly finds shelter for a family of hillbillies in a shack which is the target of war games.

Gomer Untrains a DogOct 12, 1965

Gomer's chosen as companion of a new sentry dog -- and turns the guard dog into a pet.

Supply Sergeants Never DieOct 22, 1965

Carter, who says that Supply Sgt. Singer has the easiest job, wagers that any knucklehead could handle the job -- even Gomer.

Cat OverboardOct 29, 1965

The platoon goes on sea duty, and Gomer sneaks a stray cat on board the ship, then is ordered to ditch the feline.

Gomer Captures a SubmarineNov 5, 1965

Gomer ruins a simple reconnaissance mission.

The Grudge FightNov 12, 1965

Carter challenges the fleet's retired boxing champion to a fight.

Gomer, Star WitnessNov 19, 1965

Gomer is the only witness to Carter's auto accident.

A Visit From Cousin GooberNov 26, 1965

Goober pays Gomer a surprise visit.

A Groom for Carter's SisterDec 3, 1965

Gomer tries to convince Carter that his sister's fiance is a nice guy.

Gomer Minds His Sergeant's CarDec 10, 1965

Gomer takes care of Carter's car -- which gets stolen and wrecked.

Gomer the Peace MakerDec 17, 1965

Gomer tries to reunite Carter with his girlfriend.

Gomer Pyle, POWDec 24, 1965

On maneuvers, Carter gives Gomer false information---hoping he'll be captured by the enemy camp.

Gomer Pyle, CivilianDec 31, 1965

When Sgt. Carter orders him to take a furlough, Gomer becomes a civilian employee at the base.

Gomer and the BeastJan 7, 1966

Gomer tries cheering up a depressed waitress, only to discover that she is the girlfriend of a tough Marine sergeant.

Grandma Pyle, Fortune TellerJan 14, 1966

Gomer's fortune-telling Grandma pays a visit.

Arrividerci, GomerJan 21, 1966

Gomer sings an Italian love song to his friend's sister -- and her mother thinks he is proposing to her.

Segeant Carter Dates a PyleJan 28, 1966

Gomer arranges a date for Carter with his cousin Bridey Pyle.

Little Girl BlueFeb 4, 1966

Gomer befriends the little daughter of a visiting colonel.

A Star is BornFeb 11, 1966

Carter becomes the star of a documentary about the Marine Corps.

Gomer and the Phone CompanyFeb 25, 1966

Gomer tries to repay the $40 he received at a pay phone to the phone company, but gets arrested instead.

Duke Slate, Night Club ComicMar 4, 1966

Duke wins an amateur talent contest by picking Carter as the butt of his comedy act.

Vacation in VegasMar 11, 1966

Gomer wins a trip to Las Vegas. Problem: whom should he take? Then he and Carter win a fortune gambling.

Opie Joins the MarinesMar 18, 1966

Opie runs away from Mayberry to join Gomer in the Marines.

A Date With Miss Camp HendersonMar 25, 1966

Carter bets Gomer he can't get a date with Miss Camp Henderson.

Gomer and the Father FigureApr 1, 1966

Gomer and Carter are taken by an old con man.

Desk Job for a SergeantApr 8, 1966

Carter decides to resign when he feels his platoon can get along without him.

Gomer, the Would-Be HeroApr 15, 1966

Carter prvents a holdup but gives the credit to Gomer.

Cast

Jim NaborsPvt. Gomer Pyle

Frank SuttonSgt. Vince Carter

Ronnie SchellDuke Slater