Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: ABC
Type: Scripted
Rating: 5.5/10
The Double Life of Henry Phyfe
Overview
After an eleven-year absence, Red Buttons returns to TV in a light, mild comedy about an accountant who's asked to impersonate a foreign spy. Instead of leaning on gimmicks and action, the show leans on comedian Buttons and he supplies the bulk of the laughs trying to ride a fancy horse while carrying out his espionage mission. Another asset is character actor Fred Clark, playing the spy chief with a good-humored flair,
This production, originally released in 1966, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.5 across its 1 season.
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- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Red Buttons
Henry Wadsworth Phyfe
Parley Baer
Mr. Hamble
Fred Clark
Gerald B. Hannahan
Zeme North
Judy Kimball
Marge Redmond
Mrs. Florence Kimball
Edward Faulkner
Seasons
Season 1
17 Episodes • Aired 1966-01-13
No season overview provided for this season.