Oh, how we remember those hilarious evenings when The Carol Burnett Show brought smiles to our faces! One unforgettable sketch, ‘Butler and the Maid,’ has recently gained significant popularity online. The hilarious video showcases the comedy legends onstage, set up as a dining hall.

It’s lunchtime in the lavish Victorian home of Lance Croft (played by Harvey Korman) and his wife, Evelyn (Vicki Lawrence). As they talk, the couple’s Butler, Benchley (Tim Conway), and Maid, Louella (Carol Burnett), feed their masters like infants. Right from the get-go, it’s a laugh riot!

The conversation kicks off with Evelyn questioning her husband’s fidelity. Despite Lance Croft’s protestations, Evelyn insists she’s heard rumors about him and other women. The couple’s servants, Benchley and Louella, dutifully feed their masters, maintaining straight faces while chaos unfolds.

As the conversation progresses, Lance Croft asks his wife about her Rumba dancing lessons with Tito McGuire. The suspicious husband inquires about the missing music during their classes. However, Evelyn assures him that learning the steps takes time. Her maid, Louella, on the other hand, rushes to feed her mistress and proceeds to fix her makeup as if she is in a hurry.

The tension builds, and the couple is now on the brink of a heated argument. Lance Croft declares to Benchley, and Evelyn informs Louella that they’re about to fight. The couple starts arguing, and the butler and maid are soon pulled into a physical altercation on their owners’ orders.

First, Louella slaps Benchley, who retaliates with a punch to her stomach. The irate Evelyn instructs Louella to slam the butler’s head, and hilarity ensues. During the commotion, Lance Croft tells Benchley, you know how it is to be married to Evelyn, BORING. Now, Evelyn fed up with the argument, announces she’s about to throw a temper tantrum.

Taking her cue, Louella proceeds to throw herself on the floor, screaming, I hate you; I hate you! and slamming her face into the wall. Amidst this tantrum, Lance Croft looks at his wife and says, ‘Your temper tantrums don’t move me at all.’

As tensions rise, Evelyn tells Louella, ‘You leave me no alternative!’ Evelyn then asks her maid to fetch the revolver. Instantly, Louella points it at Benchley. However, Louella uses it on herself in a twist of events, as her owner commands.

Lance Croft, seeing this, dramatically exclaims, Oh, Evelyn! I can’t go on living without you! The look on Benchley’s face says it all – he knows he will be next in line. Benchley, trying to remain calm, responds, Sure you can! But his master insists, No, I can’t! He orders him to follow the same fate as Louella.

The absurdity of the sketch makes the audience roar with laughter. Amid the chaos, both the owners come together and finally resolve their differences. It’s a hilarious twist that highlights the dedication of the servants and the overdramatic nature of their masters.

As the talented actors reunite, Benchley and Louella, both feigning exhaustion, ask, “Will that be all?” Their owners then respond with a unified “Yes, thank you!” and the sketch ends.

This sketch showcases the comedic genius of Carol Burnett, Harvey Korman, and the entire cast. It’s a humorous take on the melodramatic nature of Victorian-era relationships, with a pinch of slapstick and perfect timing, that keeps us laughing every time.

Share this video clip with friends and family because, let’s face it, who couldn’t use a good laugh? We all have those days when everything seems a bit heavy, and a dose of comedy can lighten the mood.

This classic sketch from The Carol Burnett Show isn’t just about laughs – it’s about memories of a time when we gathered around the TV with people we love. So, share this post, and let’s spread some joy and nostalgic smiles around.