Ep 21. Cave-Man Marriage
- February 23, 1954
- 25 min
The Red Skelton Show season 3 episode 21, titled "Cave-Man Marriage," follows the antics of comedian Red Skelton as he presents various sketches and comedic routines on the stage.
The episode begins with Skelton portraying a caveman named "Oog" who is trying to woo his romantic interest, "Ugg" (portrayed by actress Vicky Rauch). Through grunts and gestures, Oog attempts to show Ugg his affection while dealing with various interruptions and distractions.
In another sketch, Skelton plays a mischievous teenager named "Junior" who tries to sneak out of the house to go to a dance. His father, played by guest star William Bendix, catches him in the act and hilarity ensues as they argue about the rules and expectations of the household.
Later in the episode, Skelton performs a monologue about his experiences with the postal service and the humorous mishaps that often occur with mail delivery.
Throughout the episode, Skelton also includes musical performances from his band and various guest singers.
Overall, "Cave-Man Marriage" provides a comedic look at various aspects of life and relationships through the unique lens of Red Skelton's humor.