Ep 18. George Burns Meets Mister Ed

In Mister Ed season 2 episode 18, titled "George Burns Meets Mister Ed," Wilbur Post (played by Alan Young) is visited by legendary comedian George Burns (played by himself). Burns is interested in casting Wilbur and Mister Ed in a movie, but soon discovers that Mister Ed can talk.

Wilbur tries to keep Mister Ed's ability to talk a secret from Burns, but the mischievous horse can't resist pulling pranks on the comedian. The situation is complicated by Wilbur's jealous neighbor, Kay Addison (played by Connie Hines), who tries to use Burns' interest in Wilbur and Mister Ed to further her own acting career.

Meanwhile, Mister Ed gets into trouble when he tries to impress Burns by performing stunts in the backyard. Wilbur must find a way to keep Burns from discovering Mister Ed's secret, while also dealing with Kay's scheming.

"George Burns Meets Mister Ed" is a fun and light-hearted episode that showcases the comedic talents of both the human and animal stars. The chemistry between Alan Young and Connie Hines is also on display, as their characters' ongoing rivalry adds a layer of tension to the proceedings.

Fans of classic sitcoms will enjoy seeing the legendary George Burns in a guest-starring role. Burns' trademark wit and charm are on full display as he interacts with Wilbur and Mister Ed. The scene where Burns tries to calmly reason with Mister Ed, who is engaged in a wild game of polo in the backyard, is particularly amusing.

Overall, "George Burns Meets Mister Ed" is a standout episode of the series that highlights the show's blend of classic sitcom tropes and animal hijinks.