Episode 1
Gloria, Hallelujah
26m
Computer dating disaster: Oscar gets matched with Felix's ex-wife.
Episode credits
Directed by Garry MarshallGuest stars Janis Hansen, Harvey Miller, Elinor Donahue, Penny Marshall, Al Molinaro
TV series
The Odd Couple
1970TV-PG5 seasons7.8 / 10
A Perfect Mismatch
Felix and Oscar are two divorced men. Felix is neat and tidy while Oscar is sloppy and casual. They share a Manhattan apartment, and their different lifestyles inevitably lead to conflicts.
Availability
Not streaming in United States
The Odd Couple premiered September 24, 1970. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
Felix and Oscar are two divorced men. Felix is neat and tidy while Oscar is sloppy and casual. They share a Manhattan apartment, and their different lifestyles inevitably lead to conflicts.
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Episode 2
Big Mouth
26m
Oscar and TV sports legend Howard Cosell engage in a tongue-to-tongue showdown.
Episode credits
Directed by Jerry ParisGuest stars Howard Cosell, Susan Moffat, Michael Morgan, Ray Ballard, Shawn Michaels, Penny Marshall
Episode 3
The Princess
26m
Oscar falls in love with a princess from a very small country whose royal portrait is being shot by Felix.
Episode credits
Directed by Jerry ParisGuest stars Jean Simmons, Peggy Rea, James Millhollin, Billy Sands
Episode 4
The Pen is Mightier Than the Pencil
26m
Felix takes a writing course and gives the words "no talent" new meaning.
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Written by Jack WinterGuest stars Wally Cox, Tracy Reed, Elliott Reid, Phil Leeds, Elinor Donahue
Episode 5
The Odd Monks
26m
Felix and Oscar join Brother Ralph, a former ad exec who turned his back on the rat race, at the Brotherhood of Life Mission for a retreat of peace and contemplation.
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Directed by Jerry BelsonWritten by Garry MarshallGuest stars Ed Peck, Charles Lampkin, Richard Stahl, Jack Collins, Robert Ball, Penny Marshall
Episode 6
I'm Dying of Unger
26m
Oscar is unable to start writing his book while Felix won't stop cracking his whip.
Episode credits
Directed by Mel FerberGuest stars Al Molinaro
Episode 7
The Odd Couples
26m
Oscar has a great and unusual idea about how to prevent his mother from knowing about his divorce.
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Guest stars Brett Somers, Janis Hansen, Jane Dulo, Al Molinaro
Episode 8
Felix's First Commercial
26m
Felix can direct his first television commercial, if Oscar uses his friendship with Deacon Jones to get the elusive football player to appear in the ad.
Episode credits
Directed by Jerry ParisGuest stars Deacon Jones, Arthur Batanides, Louise Troy, Herbie Faye, Bob W. Hoffman
Episode 9
The First Baby
26m
Felix suffers from a very unique case of trauma while expecting a child.
Episode credits
Directed by Alex MarchWritten by Garry MarshallGuest stars Paul Gale, Janis Hansen, Tracy Bogart, Jim Boles, Ric Carrott, Penny Marshall, Kathalynn Turner, Al Molinaro
Episode 10
Oscar's Birthday
26m
Felix intends on giving Oscar a surprise party -- regardless if he likes it or not.
Episode credits
Directed by George MarshallGuest stars Hal Smith, Mickey Fox, Marjorie Marshall, Andrew Rubin, Elinor Donahue, Penny Marshall, Al Molinaro
Episode 11
Password
26m
After meeting Allen Ludden and Betty White at a restaurant where our buddies were having dinner with their dates, Oscar and Felix practice Password at home with their friends, and then try out for the show, where they become contestants, and the hilarity ensues!
Episode credits
Directed by Alex MarchWritten by Frank BuxtonGuest stars Allen Ludden, Betty White, Ronda Copland, Abbey Greshler, Elinor Donahue, Penny Marshall
Episode 12
The Odd Father
26m
Felix tries to be a pal to his daughter.
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Guest stars Frank Delfino, Sadie Delfino, Stephen Liss, Al Molinaro, Doney Oatman
Episode 13
Don't Believe in Roomers
26m
A mystery woman makes Oscar and Felix rivals.
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Guest stars Joy Harmon, Marlyn Mason
Episode 14
Sometimes a Great Ocean
26m
Felix nurses Oscar's ulcer.
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Written by Dennis KleinGuest stars Queenie Smith, Karl Swenson, Bill Quinn, John Qualen, Andrew Rubin, Russell Thorson, Penny Marshall, Al Molinaro
Episode 15
I Gotta Be Me
25m
Terminal incompatibility almost throws Felix out.
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Directed by Mel FerberWritten by David W. DuclonGuest stars Barbara Rhoades, Cliff Emmich, Norman Shelly, Elinor Donahue, Penny Marshall, Al Molinaro
Episode 16
The Ides of April
25m
The IRS summons Felix.
Episode credits
Written by Mark Rothman, Lowell GanzGuest stars Joshua Shelley, Louis Guss, Bill Quinn, Vivian Bonnell, Ogden Talbot, Al Molinaro
Episode 17
Myrna's Debut
26m
Oscar's secretary is doomed when she becomes Felix's agent.
Episode credits
Directed by Jerry ParisGuest stars Bob Hastings, Ralph Manza, Bella Bruck, Arthur Batanides, Inga Neilsen, Bob Hoffman, Penny Marshall, Al Molinaro
Episode 18
The Hustler
26m
There's only one way Felix can get new costumes for his opera group: Oscar has to win the money in a pool game.
Episode credits
Directed by Jerry ParisWritten by Mark Rothman, Lowell GanzGuest stars Stanley Adams, John Wheeler, Janice Carroll, Louis Guss, Sidney Clute
Episode 19
My Strife in Court
26m
Felix becomes lawyer to himself and Oscar after they get charged with ticket scalping.
Episode credits
Directed by Jerry ParisWritten by Mark Rothman, Lowell GanzGuest stars Curt Conway, Jill Jaress, Mel A. Bishop, Frank Loverde, Joe Alfasa, Edmund Towers, Elinor Donahue, Al Molinaro
Episode 20
Let's Make a Deal
26m
After Felix gets angry at Oscar for burning his bed, Oscar suggests that they appear as contestants on a New York version of Let's Make a Deal so they can win a bed as a prize. What do they dress as? Front and back ends of a horse! What happens? You'll have to see to believe!
Episode credits
Directed by Frank BuxtonWritten by David W. DuclonGuest stars Monty Hall, Tom Scott, Elinor Donahue, Garry Walberg, Al Molinaro
Episode 21
The Odyssey Couple
25m
Oscar lies to his mother and tells her that he has a girl -- and she wants to meet her.
Episode credits
Directed by Jerry ParisGuest stars Elvia Allman, Titos Vandis, Bobby Jordan, Lynne Miller, John Davey, Al Molinaro
Episode 22
Take My Furniture, Please
26m
After repainting the apartment, Felix gets the redecorating bug and does the entire place over in ultra modern furniture. Oscar can't stand it, and redefines ""bad taste"" in his makeover with furniture from a discount house.
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Guest stars Bubba Smith, Charles Lane, Jessica Myerson, Bella Bruck, Elinor Donahue, Penny Marshall, Al Molinaro
Episode 23
The Murray Who Came to Dinner
26mfinale
Felix and Oscar try to get rid of a depressed house guest.
Episode credits
Directed by Jerry ParisGuest stars Jane Dulo, Patty Regan, Barbara Daitch, Al Molinaro
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More about The Odd Couple
Cast
Tony RandallFelix Unger
Jack KlugmanOscar Madison
Brett SomersBlancheJanis HansenGloria
Bill QuinnDr. Melnitz
Pamelyn FerdinEdna
Curt ConwayJudge
Carole ShelleyGwendolynCredits
- Created by
- Garry Marshall, Neil Simon
- Written by
- Lowell Ganz, Mark Rothman, Garry Marshall, Frank Buxton, David W. Duclon, Jack Winter, Lloyd Turner, John Rappaport, Bob Rodgers, Gordon Mitchell, Dennis Klein, Carl Gottlieb
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 114
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
ABCUnited States
Paramount TelevisionUnited States
Themes
odd couple