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S1·E1 The Clampetts Strike Oil

Core Aired September 26, 1962 25 min
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Synopsis

The pilot starts after the theme song when Jed struck oil in his Lake. A rural Ozark family relocates to Beverly Hills after oil is discovered on their property worth $25 million. After finding oil on the land, the family is surprised when Mr. Brewster of the OK Oil Company offers to buy it. After much coaxing by Cousin Pearl, Jed sells the swamp and moves the family to a mansion in Beverly Hills. Upon their arrival, they are arrested because of a case of mistaken identity but are later returned to the mansion safely.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 1 of The Beverly Hillbillies air?

Season 1, Episode 1 ('The Clampetts Strike Oil') originally aired on September 26, 1962.

How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('The Clampetts Strike Oil')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 25 minutes.

What happens in The Beverly Hillbillies Season 1 Episode 1?

The pilot starts after the theme song when Jed struck oil in his Lake. A rural Ozark family relocates to Beverly Hills after oil is discovered on their property worth $25 million. After finding oil on the land, the family is surprised when Mr. Brewster of the OK Oil Company offers to buy it. After m...

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