There’s never been a comedy duo quite like Harvey Korman and Tim Conway, and it’s unlikely there ever will be again. Thankfully, the internet has preserved their unforgettable moments for all time, and we can all be grateful for that. Icons like Dean Martin, Flip Wilson, and Carol Burnett are just a click away today, making it easier than ever to relive the golden age of television comedy.
Growing up watching The Carol Burnett Show was a true privilege, and I feel even more fortunate now that I can revisit those classic episodes whenever I want, thanks to the internet. The show was packed with comedic talent, and every performer was a heavy hitter in their own right—a true comic genius. Even today, I find myself laughing out loud at these timeless sketches. Despite the dated sets and costumes, the comedy remains fresh, funny, and pitch-perfect. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of watching Tim and Harvey try to outdo each other by making the other break character and laugh.
Tim Conway always made me laugh, especially in McHale’s Navy, but his comedic genius truly shone when he teamed up with Harvey Korman on The Carol Burnett Show. My father and I would often be left in stitches, with tears of laughter streaming down our faces, thanks to their unforgettable sketches. They were, without a doubt, the best comic duo of their time. Tim’s hilarious “Dog Sketch” is a perfect example of their brilliance.
The video you’re about to watch is one of Tim Conway’s earliest appearances on The Carol Burnett Show in the 1970s, and it’s clear he was a natural dog lover—he’s got it down to a science. Watching Harvey Korman struggle, and ultimately fail, to keep it together is pure joy. These two gentlemen were as perfect a comedy duo as there’s ever been, and it’s unlikely we’ll ever see their like again. Watch them in action below and relive the magic. CHECK VIDEO BELOW