Barney Fife dramatic

[TheOuterBoogie]

Gotta love the internet. For some reason this scene popped in my head today (I'm a big fan), so I turned on my computer, typed in "Barney Fife Drama", and presto. Thanks for posting this.

[kitbuilder]

i love it when barney ask the judge "does that mean andys  Sheriff again ?" verry heart warming

[security381]

even though he is gone he still makes us laugh thanks for the memorys barney may you rest in peace

[AYULVUS]

I had the opportunity to tell Mr. Knotts about this being my favorite episode at dinner with him in Cincinnati back in 1998...I was a 3rd generation law enforcement officer...My father taught me the way to properly enforce the law...this is the lesson learned here. Actually all aspects of life should be the same...treat people as you would want to be treated. "Go not so much by the book...but by the heart" I love this .

[wurtzgood]

0:21 gotta love the delayed reaction 

[TheLittleDevil]

I always liked this scene because it shows that Barney is aware of his bragging and completely lets down his guard for the only time i believe during the run of the show to defend his friend. There is none of his typical Barney Fife mannerisms during his questioning. He tells it like it is for real. Don Knotts was brilliant. The writing is fantastic. What a great show!

[myrnaturner]

Jon Cryer reminds me so much of Don Knotts.

[brucedavis76]

out of place in this show

[theduderinok]

4:11 should be the cornerstone of law

[nixthetiger]

This might sound odd, but Knott's performance here reminds me of Bogart.

[JackGrider]

@nixthetiger I can back that.

[dlmsuperdave]

sure would be nice if our sherriff's office saw this, maybe as a part of training new deputies. no chance though they can't make the almighty dollar " going by the heart"

[Rockfan178]

What was Andy accused of doing??

im glad he got back as the sherriff.. i dont believe ive seen this episode before... this is my fave show.. :D

[turnoutjim]

@Rockfan178 He was accused of being laxed in the office of sheriff. he stopped the man (who was asked if the reporter was there) for speeding awhile back. The man told him that he wason a business trip and couldn't afford to pay the fine at that time. andy agreed to wait till he was on his way back home. the man never showed, so Andy went to Mount Pilot to arrest the man. The man in turn swore that he would get even with Andy, so a story was printed about Mayberry sheriff's misgivings

[vividwatch47]

A rare side of Barney's character that was never seen before.

[j43ms]

the andy griffith show never aired in the uk. i can't think why. the standard of writing and acting was on a par with the best ever produced on tv

[kymarcin]

I hope it wasn't because of the portrayal of Malcom Merriwether, played by Bernard Fox. His first appearance was touching when he gave Aunt Bee a much needed rest. Even over 45 years later, the b/w episodes of this show should be seen. Many churches here use the episodes in their Sunday school classes. The morals taught in this show should be universal.

[j43ms]

i've seen those episodes and i'm sure that didn't put anyone's back up!

i think it was because the bbc or whoever probably assumed we wouldn't be able to identify with a small town in america but that would be a mistake, as (to paraphrase you), the philosophy and humour was indeed universal!

[cbgflygirl]

Very sweet.

[TomBarristerX]

Another excellent vignette which shows Knotts' ability as a dramatic actor occurred towards the end of the episosde "Lawman Barney".

[Traumatoast]

I should send this link to police departments around the country. They might learn something about humanity instead of how to tazer 72 year old grandmothers.

[mginsel]

Amen to that brother.

[Traumatoast]

Thank you. :-)

[tapolna]

Send them Barney's quote: "A sheriff is more than a sheriff. He's a friend. ... There ain't been a major crime committed in this town, thanks to [the] sheriff ... If you ask me the [if the sheriff] runs at tight ship.  Well, no he don't, ... when you're a law man and dealing with people, you do a whole lot better if you go not so much by the book, but by the heart. ..."

[BigOrangeTitan]

@Traumatoast I sent this to my county Sheriff. He had no problem with it.

[lawrie31]

@Traumatoast On his deathbed, actor Edmund Gwenn was asked if dying was hard. He replied "Dying is easy, comedy is hard". People tend to dismiss comedians as thespians, but here is a perfect example to the contrary. Don Knotts was a superb actor, and is as close to Bogart's mea culpa ball bearings testimony in The Caine Mutiny as anything you'll see. He evn momentarily LOOKS LIKE Bogey near the end here. Just a terrific portrayal by Don....may he rest in eternal peace.

[msymsed]

What a sheer delight...total brilliance

[zills2]

cant imagine life without Barney

[rem2267]

Very good, indeed - such honest delivery. I get misty eyed watching this, and I do as well watching Andy describe to Opie and pals the story of Paul Revere's ride. That is riveting, and Griffith is amazing. Does anyone else like that also?

[slickskillet123]

A-number-1

[Shychick52]

What episode/season was this from?

[Mambu152]

greatness!

[jfab64]

This scene is one of the reasons why Don Knotts won five Emmys for his work. In these five minutes, you can see a lot of different sides to the Barney Fife character.

In addition to his sticking up for his friend, I liked it when he corrects the attorney on referring to Otis as "the town drunk." Even Knotts' subtle deliveries can bring a laugh out of you.

[orbison]

"Don can be a fine serious actor, the trouble is that he is so good a comedy, nobody will let him."

Andy Griffith on Larry King Live in 2003

[thefaselerkid]

oooh! Beverly Hillbilly marathon! When are you posting that?

but seriously that jerk lawyer guy looked like Frankenstein

[MIRAGENUT]

The "GREATEST" show ever!!!

[JackGrider]

I got a little teary...Don Knotts was a damn fine actor and comedian. R.I.P.

[threenailzz]

Don Knotts was one of a kind.

Greatest physical comedy ever caught on film. He is missed dearly!

[2ITCHYBALLS]

that blond needs my monster cock for an attitude adjustment

[moedave5923]

This is my ALL TIME FAVORITE scene of all time from the show... I like the combination of humor and drama this scene has to offer.. I also totally agree with vicgig08's comment about Knotts dramatic acting abilities...

David

[flowinpink007]

i'd punch that dude in the nose.LOL he needed it.

[augustwo]

"MISTER JACKSON!" Love it...wish it was 1960 and i lived in Mayberry right now!

[dartagnan926]

We'd all be better off if we acted like Andy Taylor and the good folks of Mayberry.

[tsjrlover]

I love this scene. Man, he was genious in the roll of Barney. I sure miss him.

[mitchell7137]

that was impressive!!!

[vicgjg08]

Good for you Barney! I always knew Don Knotts was capable of doing drama. He was an amazing actor! He and Andy Griffith were very good friends, I think even best friends all those years!

[JPMO69]

I like this scene because it shows that Don could be a serious dramatic actor. It also is one of the few times Barney stood up to someone.