The Odd Couple 1970
“A Perfect Mismatch”
What is The Odd Couple?
The Odd Couple is an American sitcom television series that aired on ABC from September 24, 1970, to March 7, 1975. Created by Jerry Belson and Garry Marshall, the program ran for five seasons.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1970
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 114
- First aired
- Sep 24, 1970
- Last aired
- Mar 7, 1975
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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The Odd Couple is an American sitcom television series that aired on ABC from September 24, 1970, to March 7, 1975. Created by Jerry Belson and Garry Marshall, the program ran for five seasons. The series stars Tony Randall as Felix Unger and Jack Klugman as Oscar Madison, alongside cast members Al Molinaro and Penny Marshall. The premise follows two divorced men who decide to share a Manhattan apartment. Felix is characterized as a neat and tidy individual, while Oscar is described as a sloppy and casual person. Because of their differing lifestyles, the two men experience inevitable conflicts while living together. The show has been recognized as one of the most acclaimed sitcoms of its era. The narrative focuses on the domestic challenges faced by the pair as they navigate their shared living arrangement despite their distinct personal habits. The series remains a notable example of the sitcom format from the early 1970s, highlighting the interpersonal dynamics between two men with opposing views on organization and daily life.
Should you watch it?
“Two divorced men with opposing personalities attempt to coexist in a shared Manhattan apartment.”
- sharp character contrasts
- relatable domestic comedy
- frequent interpersonal conflict
Watch it if you enjoy classic sitcoms centered on mismatched roommates.
The series features lighthearted domestic disagreements suitable for general audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 24 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Laundry Orgy Sep 24, 1970
- E2 The Fight of the Felix Oct 1, 1970
- E3 Felix Gets Sick Oct 8, 1970
- E4 The Jury Story Oct 15, 1970
- E5 The Breakup Oct 22, 1970
- E6 Oscar's Ulcer Oct 29, 1970
- E7 I Do, I Don't Nov 5, 1970
- E8 Oscar the Model Nov 12, 1970
- E9 The Big Brothers Nov 19, 1970
- E10 It's All Over Now, Baby Bird Dec 3, 1970
- E11 Felix is Missing Dec 10, 1970
- E12 Scrooge Gets an Oscar Dec 17, 1970
- E13 The Blackout Dec 24, 1970
- E14 They Use Horseradish, Don't They? Jan 7, 1971
- E15 The Hideaway Jan 14, 1971
- E16 Lovers Don't Make House Calls Jan 29, 1971
- E17 Engrave Trouble Feb 5, 1971
- E18 Bunny is Missing Down by the Lake Feb 12, 1971
- E19 You've Come a Long Way, Baby Feb 19, 1971
- E20 A Taste of Money Feb 26, 1971
- E21 Oscar's New Life Mar 5, 1971
- E22 What Makes Felix Run Mar 12, 1971
- E23 What Does a Naked Lady Say to You? Mar 19, 1971
- E24 Trapped Mar 26, 1971
Season 2 · 23 episodes
- E1 Natural Childbirth Sep 17, 1971
- E2 Felix's Wife's Boyfriend Sep 24, 1971
- E3 Hospital Mates Oct 1, 1971
- E4 Sleepwalker Oct 8, 1971
- E5 A Grave for Felix Oct 15, 1971
- E6 Murray the Fink Oct 29, 1971
- E7 Does Your Mother Know You're Out, Rigoletto? Nov 5, 1971
- E8 The Fat Farm Nov 12, 1971
- E9 The Odd Couple Meet Their Host Nov 19, 1971
- E10 Win One for Felix Dec 3, 1971
- E11 Being Divorced is Never Having to Say I Do Dec 10, 1971
- E12 Surprise, Surprise! Dec 17, 1971
- E13 Felix the Calypso Singer Dec 24, 1971
- E14 And Leave the Greyhound to Us? Dec 31, 1971
- E15 Security Arms Jan 7, 1972
- E16 Speak for Yourself Jan 14, 1972
- E17 You Saved My Life Jan 21, 1972
- E18 Where's Grandpa Jan 28, 1972
- E19 Partner's Investment Feb 4, 1972
- E20 Good, Bad Boy Feb 11, 1972
- E21 A Night to Dismember Feb 18, 1972
- E22 Oscar's Promotion Feb 25, 1972
- E23 Psychic, Shmycic Mar 3, 1972
Season 3 · 23 episodes
- E1 Gloria, Hallelujah Sep 15, 1972
- E2 Big Mouth Sep 22, 1972
- E3 The Princess Sep 29, 1972
- E4 The Pen is Mightier Than the Pencil Oct 6, 1972
- E5 The Odd Monks Oct 13, 1972
- E6 I'm Dying of Unger Oct 20, 1972
- E7 The Odd Couples Oct 27, 1972
- E8 Felix's First Commercial Nov 3, 1972
- E9 The First Baby Nov 10, 1972
- E10 Oscar's Birthday Nov 17, 1972
- E11 Password Dec 1, 1972
- E12 The Odd Father Dec 8, 1972
- E13 Don't Believe in Roomers Dec 22, 1972
- E14 Sometimes a Great Ocean Jan 5, 1973
- E15 I Gotta Be Me Jan 12, 1973
- E16 The Ides of April Jan 19, 1973
- E17 Myrna's Debut Feb 2, 1973
- E18 The Hustler Feb 9, 1973
- E19 My Strife in Court Feb 16, 1973
- E20 Let's Make a Deal Feb 23, 1973
- E21 The Odyssey Couple Mar 2, 1973
- E22 Take My Furniture, Please Mar 9, 1973
- E23 The Murray Who Came to Dinner Mar 23, 1973
Season 4 · 22 episodes
- E1 Gloria Moves In Sep 14, 1973
- E2 Last Tango in Newark Sep 21, 1973
- E3 The Odd Decathalon Sep 28, 1973
- E4 That Was No Lady Oct 5, 1973
- E5 The Odd Holiday Oct 12, 1973
- E6 The New Car Oct 19, 1973
- E7 That is the Army Mrs. Madison Oct 26, 1973
- E8 The Songwriter Nov 2, 1973
- E9 Felix Directs Nov 9, 1973
- E10 The Pig Who Came to Dinner Nov 16, 1973
- E11 Maid for Each Other Nov 23, 1973
- E12 The Exorcists Dec 7, 1973
- E13 A Barnacle Adventure Dec 21, 1973
- E14 The Moonlighter Jan 4, 1974
- E15 Cleanliness is Next to Impossible Jan 11, 1974
- E16 The Flying Felix Jan 18, 1974
- E17 Vocal Girl Makes Good Jan 25, 1974
- E18 Shuffling Off to Buffalo Feb 8, 1974
- E19 A Different Drummer Feb 22, 1974
- E20 The Insomniacs Mar 1, 1974
- E21 New York's Oddest Mar 8, 1974
- E22 One for the Bunny Mar 22, 1974
Season 5 · 22 episodes
- E1 The Rain in Spain Sep 12, 1974
- E2 To Bowl or Not to Bowl Sep 19, 1974
- E3 The Frog Sep 26, 1974
- E4 The Hollywood Story Oct 3, 1974
- E5 The Dog Story Oct 10, 1974
- E6 Strike Up the Band or Else Oct 17, 1974
- E7 The Odd Candidate Oct 24, 1974
- E8 The Subway Story Oct 31, 1974
- E9 The Paul Williams Show Nov 7, 1974
- E10 Our Fathers Nov 21, 1974
- E11 The Big Broadcast Nov 28, 1974
- E12 Oscar in Love Dec 12, 1974
- E13 The Bigger They Are Dec 14, 1974
- E14 Two on the Aisle Dec 19, 1974
- E15 Your Mother Wears Army Boots Jan 16, 1975
- E16 Felix the Horse Player Jan 23, 1975
- E17 The Rent Strike Jan 31, 1975
- E18 Two Men on a Hoarse Feb 7, 1975
- E19 The Roy Clark Show Feb 14, 1975
- E20 Old Flames Never Die Feb 21, 1975
- E21 Laugh, Clown, Laugh Feb 28, 1975
- E22 Felix Remarries Mar 7, 1975
Frequently asked questions
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Felix and Oscar.
What is the premise of the show?
Two divorced men with different lifestyles share a Manhattan apartment.
How do the roommates differ?
Felix is neat and tidy, while Oscar is sloppy and casual.
What causes the conflict in the series?
Their opposing lifestyles lead to inevitable conflicts.
Where does the show take place?
The series is set in a Manhattan apartment.