Give a Man Enough Rope

Overview

Sketch: In a spoof of his own TV talk show, Merv Griffin interviews three Red Skelton characters: Cauliflower McPugg, Bolivar Shagnasty and Willie Lump-Lump. Music: Merv Griffin performs a medley of British music-hall songs, including his own signature tune "I've Got a Lovely Bunch of Coconuts." The Olio Spot: Red and Bern Hoffman play convicts in a series of crossover gags. The Silent Spot: A wagon-master holds an open audition for Indian guides.