Ep 26. Andy's English Valet

Andy's English Valet is the 26th episode of the third season of The Andy Griffith Show. In this episode, a wealthy Englishman named Malcolm Merriweather arrives in Mayberry as the new valet for the Taylor family. Malcolm is highly educated and sophisticated, and his presence in Mayberry causes quite a stir.

At first, Andy and Malcolm get along well, with Andy even encouraging Malcolm to display his cultured manners and refined vocabulary. However, it soon becomes clear that Malcolm's British ways are causing a rift between him and the rest of the town. Aunt Bee is particularly bothered by Malcolm's airs and graces, and she feels that he is looking down on the simple way of life in Mayberry.

Things come to a head when Malcolm is invited to a potluck supper at the church. Aunt Bee has prepared a dish called pickled pigs' feet, which Malcolm finds repulsive. He makes his distaste known in a rather blunt manner, causing offense to Aunt Bee and the other churchgoers. Andy is embarrassed by Malcolm's behavior, and he realizes that the valet's presence in Mayberry is causing more harm than good.

Over the course of the episode, Malcolm learns some valuable lessons about being more accepting of others' ways of life. He tries to fit in better with the people of Mayberry, and he even helps out at the local school when the regular teacher falls ill. By the end of the episode, Malcolm has gained a new appreciation for the simple joys of life in Mayberry, and he has earned the respect of the Taylor family and their neighbors.

Overall, Andy's English Valet is a charming episode that showcases the clash of cultures in a lighthearted and humorous way. Fans of The Andy Griffith Show will enjoy watching Malcolm's transformation from a snobbish outsider to a respected member of the community.