Saturday Night, April 15th, 1978. The clock struck 10 PM, and right after The Love Boat, millions of Americans tuned in to CBS for their weekly tradition: The Carol Burnett Show. Gas was 63 cents a gallon, disco lights glittered across the country, and the Bee Gees’ “Night Fever” dominated the airwaves. In living rooms everywhere — including mine — families gathered around the TV, ready for an evening of pure laughter.

This episode was something special. It showcased the unbeatable comedic duo Tim Conway and Harvey Korman, two men whose chemistry could crack up even the most stoic viewer. Tim’s genius for physical comedy and Harvey’s unforgettable inability to keep a straight face created a magic that defined an era of television.

Tim Conway at His Best — A Master of Physical Comedy

One of the standout sketches featured Tim and Harvey as window washers perched high above a skyscraper. Tim’s exaggerated fear of heights had the audience in stitches as he clutched the scaffolding, legs wobbling, eyes wide, and movements unpredictable. Harvey did his best to stay composed — but as usual, Tim’s antics broke him, sending both the characters and the viewers into uncontrollable laughter.