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I'm Dickens... He's Fenster (1962–1963) — comedy on ABC
About I'm Dickens... He's Fenster
I'm Dickens... He's Fenster ended on May 10, 1963, after its single season on ABC. The show concluded its run with 32 episodes in black and white. It was a sitcom that centered around two carpenters, Harry Dickens and Arch Fenster, who often found themselves in dangerous and humorous situations both on and off the construction site. Their boss, Mr. Bannister, was frequently annoyed by their antics. The series portrayed the contrasting personalities of Dickens, a henpecked married man eager for excitement, and Fenster, a bachelor with a black book full of women's phone numbers. Harry's desire for a more adventurous life often clashed with his wife Kate's wishes, adding to the comedic tension.
I'm Dickens... He's Fenster was a comedy series that premiered in 1962. It was characterized by slapstick humor and situational comedy, highlighting the misadventures of the two main characters as they navigated their work and personal lives. The show reflected the comedic style of its era, emphasizing physical humor and character-driven scenarios. Despite its short run, it remains a part of classic American sitcom history.
The cast included John Astin as Harry Dickens, Emmaline Henry as Kate Dickens, Marty Ingels as Arch Fenster, and Frank DeVol as Mr. Bannister. The series also featured Henry Beckman, David Ketchum, and Noam Pitlik. The episodes had a runtime of approximately 30 minutes each.
I'm Dickens... He's Fenster episode schedule
32 aired
Aired · 32
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| May 10, 1963 | S1·E32 | Hotel Fenster |
| May 3, 1963 | S1·E31 | King Archibald the First |
| April 26, 1963 | S1·E30 | Big Opening at the Hospital |
| April 12, 1963 | S1·E29 | Number One Son |
| April 5, 1963 | S1·E28 | Kick Me, Kate |
| March 29, 1963 | S1·E27 | Table Tennis, Anyone? |
| March 22, 1963 | S1·E26 | Harry, the Contractor |
| March 15, 1963 | S1·E25 | Is There a Doctor in the House? |
| March 8, 1963 | S1·E24 | The Syndicate |
| March 1, 1963 | S1·E23 | The Bet |
| February 22, 1963 | S1·E22 | Senior Citizen Charlie |
| February 15, 1963 | S1·E21 | Say It With Pictures |
| February 8, 1963 | S1·E20 | Have Car, Will Quarrel |
| February 1, 1963 | S1·E19 | Mr. Takeover |
| January 25, 1963 | S1·E18 | The Great Valenciaga |
| January 18, 1963 | S1·E17 | The Carpenters Four |
| January 11, 1963 | S1·E16 | The Godfathers |
| January 4, 1963 | S1·E15 | How Not to Succeed in Business |
| December 28, 1962 | S1·E14 | Get Off My Back |
| December 21, 1962 | S1·E13 | Here's to the Three of Us |
| December 14, 1962 | S1·E12 | Love Me, Love My Dog |
| December 7, 1962 | S1·E11 | The Joke |
| November 30, 1962 | S1·E10 | The Yellow Badge of Courage |
| November 23, 1962 | S1·E9 | Party, Party, Who's Got The Party? |
| November 16, 1962 | S1·E8 | A Wolf in Friend's Clothing |
| November 9, 1962 | S1·E7 | The Toupee Story |
| November 2, 1962 | S1·E6 | The Acting Game |
| October 26, 1962 | S1·E5 | Part-Time Friend |
| October 19, 1962 | S1·E4 | Harry, the Father Image |
| October 12, 1962 | S1·E3 | The Double Life of Mel Warshaw |
Show 2 earlier episodes
| October 5, 1962 | S1·E2 | Nurse Dickens |
| September 28, 1962 | S1·E1 | A Small Matter of Being Fired (Pilot) |