The Andy Griffith Show "The New Housekeeper" First Scene

The first scenes of the greatest show in the history of television. Opie's mad that his housekeeper Rose is getting married and moving away.

[@TheGuillermo519]

Ron Howard was this most natural, unspoiled, non-bratty and plain adorable child star ever. There couldn't have ever been a better choice to play Opie.

[@jamesdunn9714]

Pretty bratty in this episode, but I agree.

[@leaf2180]

Bruh he was the most annoying, bratty child. I couldn't stand him in most of the episodes. Not spoiled. But bratty, annoying, and jealous asf.

[@hazbinotakusimp2182]

I also like that he's not a /perfect/ child, gets average grades and has to learn from his pa as he grows, I thought he was great in the show. In this episode though... Well he gets better over time XD

[@yooneeque1]

@@jamesdunn9714 Yeah, but his feelings were understandable. It's hard to say goodbye to someone you love, and it showed that Opie cared.

[@sweetbeauty2153]

@@yooneeque1 Absolutely!!!

[@Gertrudej24]

I really, really appreciate the show now as an adult! And Opie was such a cute little thing!

[@jeffdurall8353]

Ron Howard completely stole this scene. When he picks up that box of rice to throw, it gets me every time. In my humble little opinion, this was one of the best sitcoms ever made. Been watching since I was a little guy and still watching it into my 50's.

[@noorrougelewis6704]

Ron Howard is what, five? For being such a little kid, and having so many lines, he's terrific.

[@keithsw2566]

And he couldn't read! His father read him his lines and he memorized them

[@andrealuvshouse]

He was also working on The Music Man when he was about five. Just s naturally gifted actor.

[@kelleymariejones6388]

I love this show, I wish they had shows like this again! I love aunt Bea, she so reminds me of my grandma, when I watch this it leaves me with happy memories!🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@nextprodigytolazy_boy]

bee

[@michellestone1261]

Me too!

[@RedForeman301]

They do!! There are still reruns of this show on everyday!!

[@frankbishop6602]

In real life she was mean

[@anarchistatheist1917]

This episode was first shown almost 24 full years before I was born. But it's one of the greatest television shows ever made. Rest in peace the departed cast and crew of this show.

[@brendapaddlety2413]

A wonderful episode 😊 Opie is so adorable 😍

[@smusse091]

I know his so adorable 🥰 one of the reason why I love this show

[@Gertrudej24]

Opie was the cutest little thing! I would love to see this whole episode, but I can't find it. I watch The Andy Griffith show five days a week. It' s on 3 times a day with back to back episodes so I catch it at some point throughout the day. This show has never been off the air in over 40 plus years.

[@damienlong9718]

I will forever love this show and awesome people

[@porkfrog2785]

The best portrayal of a father/son relationship. Andy was a model that it's a shame more dads didn't follow. He was a no-nonsense disciplinarian, made Opie work and insisted he be respectful, but ALWAYS was patient and explained why and also listened to his child and respected his feelings. Opie knew the rules[that become laws as we age]. and he feared punishment[police and jail], but not his father[society]

[@kaymoney7759]

Its on now My 1st time seeing the 1st episode of The Andy Griffith👍

[@Daveoceanair]

Wonderful show and a wonderful scene here. If you haven't seen the pilot with Danny Thomas you must see it. That's what got it all started.

[@charlespucci2165]

One of the best TV shows ever

[@laurastortoni-hager1510]

GREAT SHOW. I never tire of seeing it.

[@scook5599]

Oh my goodness! I laughed til I cried! Opie was so funny!

[@finchborat]

This episode (and the show itself) turns 60 today!

[@mcgannahanskyjellyfetti1663]

Rose was NEVER seen or heard from AGAIN...

[@noorrougelewis6704]

Or Andy's dead wife. Never once talked about or mentioned...

[@jeanmarcks6269]

McGannahan Skyjellyfetti i Thought that too! They should’ve let her visit sometimes

[@sweetbeauty2153]

@@jeanmarcks6269 Absolutely agree!!

[@donnasharpe3451]

Actually they both were in the episode about Ellie running for City Council as different characters.

[@robertcolumbro4157]

Right now, this country needs more Andy Taylor’s

[@lilkurt11]

To honest he has a great sense of humor!! Especially at that Age!!!😂

[@lornasmith7981]

Love andy Griffith

[@pablojose4890]

I wish they made shows like this show again. Except without all the modern day controversial crap they'd have to throw in to send a message.

[@gaiasophia5d242]

I thought the same thing but read Opies parents NEVER left him alone with the child predetors ever! Hes was probably the only one not molested. His parents watched him and Cliff like a hawk.

[@kelleymariejones6388]

Pablo Jose if they needed a reboot of a show, it would be this one, but today’s Hollywood wouldn’t do it justice!

[@kelleymariejones6388]

Guillermo Guzman Ron Howard never spoke of any such thing, keep your sorry no good for nothing comment to yourself. Not every child Star was treated as such.

[@leaf2180]

Also let's not forget that literally everyone but Opie and Thelma Lou are dead..

[@themonkeyhand]

??? Every one of these shows has a message. Watch more closely.

[@wh4193]

Look how little Ron Howard is! Then look at him in the end of the show and on Happy Days.

[@jasonpinson8755]

I used to watch this on cable back in Jr highschool.classic.thanks.

[@hepcat-bob]

The scene at the end of the episode when Aunt Bea starts to leave but Opie doesn't want her to is good, too.

[@bernadettebento1419]

This first episode showing the talent of Ron Howard as a young actor, is one of the best episodes ever. The character of Opie speaking up, and having so many lines for a kid his age, is just mind boggling. He looked so sincere and upset that Rose was leaving him and portrayed what some people have termed a "bratty" kid. But the point of his "brattiness" is that the housekeeper was like a mother to him and he was heartbroken. Picking up the box of rice to throw the box was hysterical. And the ending where he doesn't let aunt Bea leave is just the sweetest. What a brilliant little actor.

[@BurgerIceburg]

I noticed in Season 1 Andy was kind of an airhead lol "Give her a little kissy." 😂

[@michellehessman3683]

I've been watching this since I was a kid I'm 59 now

[@sallyhammonds5302]

Well l have alway love the andy griffie and yes ron howard was a real adorable child they really couldnt have had better one

[@patriciaedwards6793]

I love how cute little Opie Taylor just says what is on his mind!! "I know why they shouldn't get married!" Andy says, "Opie what are you doing?" Opie replies, "I'm speaking now so I won't have to forever hold my peace!" And then Barney or Andy jumps in and says "You wasn't supposed to speak!" Then Opie replies with, "Well then why did you ask?" Oh my gosh!! He comes by it honest!! A cute little man who was never afraid to say what's on his mind! But I am sure that Andy wasn't as cranky or as mean as he appeared to be but sometimes kids can try your patience even if they are just "speaking their peace" like Opie but Opie never had any bad intentions. He just was brave enough to come out and always speak up and tell the truth and just say how he feels without trying to hurt anyone's feelings. But his way of saying things always cracks me up!!😅😂💕💕

[@jameskearney4100]

He is just like my son now!!! I am 60 and my son is 5. He amazes me every day!!

[@ScottNapolitan]

Yeah, it is just part of the ceremony, but now that I think about it, why do they wait until the last minute to give people a chance to say they think it's a mistake. If someone really believes the future spouses shouldn't be joined, they need to speak much earlier than that. (Kinda funny if the preacher unexpectedly finished it off with, "...you're too late, you shoulda spoken up long ago," rather than, "...speak now or forever hold your peace."😂🤣) As an aside, I bought the first season on DVD back in 2006 or so, and I did watch this first scene, and I didn't think Andy appeared cranky or mean, just firm and trying to maintain patience and even understanding, but Opie wasn't giving up, which was why he had to ask Barney to cover his mouth. Plus I agree with the rest of what your comment says.😂

[@keithbyrd-MysticRuby0117]

I had a Black Lab every time she heard The Andy Griffith Show Theme Song or Closing she was ready to go for her walk...I use to whistle the Theme song for my Beloved Duchess when we were ready to go for that walk❤❤❤❤..She was a fine dog❤❤🦊🦊🦊🦊🦊🦊

[@Myadigi]

Ronnie so cute and good acting even as a kid❤

[@janicebear9750]

I love them all !!!!

[@donnataylor980]

I love The Andy Griffith Show! they don't make them like that anymore!

[@razorramone63139]

"Youre not losing me forever."- Lies "I'll come back and visit a lot."- More lies. 😂

[@auklon3372]

Love how wholesome this show is

[@bettybryant7509]

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE

[@noorrougelewis6704]

I like the beginning seasons better when opie is little and Andy is actually nice and friendly. As it goes on and especially in the last season, he completely changes. 🙄😒

[@tammyneal3463]

I loved Ron Howard as Opie. Such a good actor. So sweet!

[@martinmahern7268]

Sourpuss old lady Crump rubbed off on him.

[@basilmarasco1975]

@@martinmahern7268 Plus Barney's antics took a toll on Andy's sense of humor and good nature.

[@noorrougelewis6704]

I found out that at the beginning, Andy was originally supposed to be the funny man and Barney the straight man. But the audience loved Barney's humor so much that Andy gladly switched roles with him.

[@socksumi]

"Not the box, just the contents".

[@nancyperez3438]

Nice really nice

[@zekeallen8460]

Bonito programa me gusta mucho grasias por show it too as**

[@teresaroura4318]

When Aunt Bee and Andy were standing at the truck it was the only time I've ever seen the truck in any episode what happened to the truck?

[@philweeks8459]

I believe that's "Wally's" truck. It was used often to drive to Mt Pilot.

[@Kinroby]

Aunt be was Andy's father's brothers wife in other words his uncle's wife

[@alanstrong55]

Little Ron was only 6 when that show came to life. Frank was a champion in his own right.

[@jeffkendall2443]

darn - doesn't show the scene where Andy hires his cousin Barney, to be his deputy :(

[@LindaMerchant-bq2hp]

He was such a young fella❤❤❤

[@Donnie_Thornberry]

Opie is like a young Andy Taylor.

[@yasminvaughn2975]

I love this program! My fave episode is the bully one and Arnold the spoiled brat!

[@tubecrazy65]

First they tell ya to speak up then they tell ya to hush up

[@patriciaedwards6793]

Yep when he says that line, it's all I can do not to burst out laughing at Andy because he's trying to get him to be quiet!

[@MariaGarcia-eg4wk]

How about some full episodes,so we can really enjoyed, 🙏 please

[@kristabrewer6736]

I just finished watching Petticoat Junction and I wanna watch The Andy Griffith Show. How come it's not on here anymore?! Where can I watch them?

[@southwestsearch]

Holy Moly!! Opie really started acting school early.

[@austinlake2350]

OPIE TAYLOR REALLY LOVED ROSE

[@laurastortoni-hager1510]

Ron Howard was AMAZING!!!!!

[@marionburden6960]

😂😂😂😂

[@jameskearney4100]

Opie was right on the money!!!!

[@OrangeTabbyCat]

Why do you write full episodes in the playlist when they are not?

[@BlueCometEntertainment347]

3:11 That's how I feel towards kids.

[@sweetbeauty2153]

For real!!!

[@BlueCometEntertainment347]

@@sweetbeauty2153 Don’t take it too seriously

[@cathymcdonnell9723]

This show should be put in pill form. It is a Valium for the day!

[@denisenoe1534]

In this 1st episode, Andy Griffith is playing Andy Taylor as a grinning and foolish country bumpkin. It would only take a few episodes to realize it was better for Don Knotts as Barney Fife to play the fool.

[@Tonetwisters]

1960. As I recall ... or should I forever hold my peas? Or rice, in this case ... err ... box ...

[@LindaMerchant-bq2hp]

I think this was the pilot episode the shows first episode

[@oscarl.ramirez7355]

Opie Cunningham rocks!

[@williamjohnson8258]

No housekeeper like Aunt Bee.

[@alfredlaneykey4973]

How old is he

[@RobertFrost-c1e]

Cute,when he was little !!!

[@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld]

This was 1960; I believe he was age six .

[@LindaMerchant-bq2hp]

Classic rose to aunt bee

[@joeanderson9852]

❤

[@justinkahn1575]

Did Andy rather have a son named ope.

[@STho205]

1:21 LIES lies lies.

[@scottcarterr7796]

👌

[@lexward1834]

Lex add HD cheese Greg

[@blackrambo7417]

Opie is based 😎 lol

[@Sweetheart02315]

I wish they would have the video free not to pay.

[@hannamaedelquadro737]

J

[@scottcarterr7796]

Ole. Butcher. At. Grocery.

[@scottcarterr7796]

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