Eunice Special, Part 8 of 9 (1978 Part 2)

Eunice Special, 1978 Part 2. Total of nine parts.

"Eunice" was a special that was made in 1981 and aired in early 1982 on CBS. In some ways more dramatic in content than comedic, "Eunice" has never seen a release on VHS or DVD since it first aired.

Those familiar with 'The Family' skits from the Carol Burnett Show will recognize certain storylines, however they are presented in different ways dramatically, notably the Fluffy incident. Still, this lost gem of a special is definitely worth watching. It's success paved the way for "Mama's Family" later on. (In my honest opinion "Mama's Family" was a little less interesting than the original skits and the TV special.)

Ken Berry plays Phillip Harper, who was originally played by Roddy McDowall in 'The Family' skits. Ken Berry would later play Vinton Harper in "Mama's Family." Vicki Lawrence was nominated for an Emmy for her role as Thelma Harper in this special.

Category:

Comedy

Tags:

• carol
• burnett
• eunice
• special
• 1978
• harvey
• korman
• vicki
• lawrence
• ken
• berry
• betty
• white
• mama
• harper
• family

[joeyclaghorn]

Carol only made guest appearances when the show first began to help get the ball rolling and never intended to become a permanent part of the Mama's Family cast. Her daughter had kicked the drug habit by that time. Would recommend Carol's autobiography ONE MORE TIME to any one who likes Carol. Her mother and grandmother were VERY much like Eunice and Mama.

[swarlock]

I felt sorry for both of them. I've seen too many situations where this passive-aggressive behavior can spill over. Let's just say that at the end of the day no one winds up happy.

[implodesafely]

This made me cry. I feel for Eunice. :'(

[Licmycat]

Oh, yeah, Eunice; I feel for ya....

[MsInugirl]

where can i find episodes of mamas family?

[WorldCitizen89]

@amilheim Right you are. Thanks.

[amilheim]

@WorldCitizen89 - It's Ellen.

[magpieeye]

@sns21274 Yeah, I know exactly what you're saying...I have a half sister JUST like Ellen! Momma was'nt even buried and she was asking "did momma have a will" Arrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrg!

[WorldCitizen89]

I hate Helen lol

[MrOphachew]

I never realized until now how sad this show really was? Eunice was the middle child which is the worst place to be in the order. "The Birth Order Book" by Dr. Leman. Also, my own twisted mother thought this was some sic example to follow. Passive aggressive behavior is not funny, cute

[ChronoFreezer]

3:32 offscreen cough

[bdwriley]

That fight was VICIOUS.