The best episode written by Iz Elinson is "The Clubmen", rated 9/10 from 1 user votes. It was "directed by Bob Sweeney". "The Clubmen" aired on 12/11/1961 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Deputy Otis".
Both Andy and Barney are offered membership in an exclusive men's club, but Barney manages to alienate the entire group by trying too hard to fit in -- an endeavor that threatens his chances at joining the elite organization.
Director: Bob Sweeney
Writer: Iz Elinson
Can the town drunk masquerade as a respected Mayberry deputy? That's the plan when Otis Campbell receives a letter from his brother, who is planning to visit the town and observe his brother's law-enforcement talents.
Director: Bob Sweeney
Writer: Iz Elinson