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Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. S5E18 — To Save a Life
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Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.•Season 5•Episode 18

To Save a Life

7.4/10 · 76 votesJan 31, 1969

Ranked #19 of 30 in Season 5•−0.1 vs season avg

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Sgt. Carter saves Gomer's life and almost comes to regret it as Gomer suffocates him with gratitude.

Directed byJohn Rich
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Jim Nabors

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Pvt. Gomer Pyle

Frank Sutton

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Sgt. Vince Carter

Ronnie Schell

Ronnie Schell

Duke Slater

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John Rich

John Rich

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Episode Summary

"To Save a Life" is episode 18 of Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. season 5. It scored 7.4/10 from 76 votes, ranking #19 of 30 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by John Rich, it aired on January 31, 1969.

Next: E19 · Dynamite DinerBest of Season 5