S2·E12 A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Game
- Episode
- Season 2, Episode 12
- Air Date
- January 3, 1962
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- Director
- Don Taylor
- Writers
- Lewis Reed, Don Taylor
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
In a mostly comedic episode, Jack Benny guest stars as Jack Bowen, a beloved TV comedian much like Benny himself, who is serving as the Grand Marshal of the Pioneer Bowl Parade and football game. Also in town for the big game is the Checkmate team, and while there they end up mixing business with pleasure after Jack becomes the apparent target of a would-be assassin.
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When did Season 2 Episode 12 of Checkmate air?
Season 2, Episode 12 ('A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Game') originally aired on January 3, 1962.
How long is Season 2 Episode 12 ('A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Game')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.
What happens in Checkmate Season 2 Episode 12?
In a mostly comedic episode, Jack Benny guest stars as Jack Bowen, a beloved TV comedian much like Benny himself, who is serving as the Grand Marshal of the Pioneer Bowl Parade and football game. Also in town for the big game is the Checkmate team, and while there they end up mixing business with pl...
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