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The Dick Van Dyke Show S3E20 — The Brave and the Backache

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The Dick Van Dyke Show•Season 3•Episode 20

The Brave and the Backache

7.4/10 · 307 votesFeb 12, 196425 min

Ranked #28 of 32 in Season 3•−0.3 vs season avg

Laura wonders why Rob never wants to be alone with her.

Directed byJerry Paris

Written bySheldon Keller, Howard Merrill

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Rob Petrie

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Rose Marie

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Sally Rogers

Morey Amsterdam

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Buddy Sorrell

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Larry Mathews

Richie Petrie

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Jerry Paris

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Sheldon Keller

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Howard Merrill

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Episode Summary

"The Brave and the Backache" is episode 20 of The Dick Van Dyke Show season 3. It scored 7.4/10 from 307 votes, ranking #28 of 32 episodes this season (season average 7.7). Directed by Jerry Paris and written by Sheldon Keller, Howard Merrill, it aired on February 12, 1964.

Next: E21 · The Pen is Mightier Than the Mouth Best of Season 3