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My Living Doll was a science fiction sitcom that aired for one season from 1964 to 1965. The show starred Robert Cummings as Dr. Bob McDonald, a psychologist who is assigned to oversee the care of a highly advanced robot named Rhoda Miller. Rhoda Miller, played by Julie Newmar, is an incredibly lifelike robot who has been designed to resemble a beautiful young woman. She has been created by the Air Force to be the perfect assistant for an astronaut named Major Don Burrows, played by Jack Mullaney. However, when Major Burrows decides he no longer needs Rhoda, the Air Force decides to send her to Dr. McDonald to see if she can be reprogrammed to interact more effectively with humans.

From the very first episode, it is clear that Rhoda is not an ordinary robot. She is fully capable of walking, talking, and performing basic human tasks, but she is also incredibly naive and childlike. She has no sense of humor, no understanding of sarcasm or irony, and no appreciation for music or art. As a result, many of the show's early episodes focus on Dr. McDonald's attempts to teach Rhoda how to be more human.

However, as the show progresses, Rhoda begins to develop a more complex personality. She starts to question Dr. McDonald's authority and seeks out new experiences on her own. She becomes more assertive and confident, and even develops a sense of humor. At the same time, Dr. McDonald begins to develop feelings for Rhoda, which creates a tension between the two of them that lasts for the rest of the series.

Despite its focus on a robot learning to be more human, My Living Doll is primarily a sitcom. Many of the show's episodes are centered around zany and absurd situations, such as Rhoda learning to play the guitar, or Dr. McDonald accidentally getting locked in a cabin with Rhoda during a snowstorm. The show also features a number of recurring characters, including Dr. McDonald's nosy neighbor, Irene Murchison (played by Doris Singleton), and his bumbling assistant, Peter (played by none other than James Doohan, who would later go on to play Scotty in Star Trek).

While My Living Doll was not a major critical success, it did enjoy a dedicated fan base during its brief run. Many viewers appreciated the show's humor and its unique take on the relationship between humans and robots. Others were drawn to the show's charming performances, particularly Julie Newmar's portrayal of Rhoda.

Ultimately, My Living Doll was cancelled after just one season due to low ratings. However, the show's brief run has not prevented it from achieving a cult following in the years since its cancellation. It is remembered today as one of the more offbeat and underrated sitcoms of the 1960s, and as an early example of the way that science fiction and comedy could be combined to great effect.

My Living Doll is a series that ran for 1 seasons (12 episodes) between September 27, 1964 and on MPI