The Lucille Ball Show (2 Oct. 1964)

Lucille Ball reveals the "true" story behind Paul Revere's famous ride.

Director:

Norman Abbott

Writers:

George Balzer, Hal Goldman,

Stars:

Jack Benny, Don Wilson, Lucille Ball

Cast

Episode complete credited cast:
Jack Benny	...	Jack Benny / Paul Revere
Don Wilson	...	Don Wilson / George Washington
Lucille Ball	...	Herself / Rachel Revere
Arte Johnson	...	Charlie
Elisabeth Fraser	...	Betsy Ross
Hoke Howell	...	Man
Ned Miller	...	Town Crier
Mary Young	...	Old Woman

Storyline

Lucille Ball reveals the "true" story behind Paul Revere's famous ride.

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Genres:

Comedy

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

2 October 1964 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Stage 1, Universal Studios - 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

J&M Productions, Revue Studios, Universal TV

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Goofs

Paul Revere is pulled by a thick rope into the house while lying on his back. After his slide, there is rope bunched up underneath him, but between shots it disappears.

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Soundtracks

"Hello Dolly"
(uncredited)
Written by Jerry Herman
Performed by Jack Benny

User Reviews

Lucy and Paul Revere's Ride

"The first lady of television" Lucille Ball arrives for a guest starring role in tramp's clothing, but dons a gown upon discovering Jack Benny in tails. After receiving compliments on her business expertise, Lucy explains to Jack (and the audience) that women have been more successful in the past than given credit for, since men write the history books. The comedy legends then flashback to 1775, with Lucy (as Rachel) proving to be the driving force behind husband Jack (as Paul Revere) and his famous ride. This was an exchange of guest appearances for Lucy and Jack. Their "skits" were not as good as the comedies based on their well known comedy personas, with "Lucy Gets Jack Benny's Account" (1967) offering the two at their best.

***** The Lucille Ball Show (10/2/64) Norman Abbott ~ Jack Benny, Lucille Ball, Don Wilson, Arte Johnson