The Phil Silvers Show
Series Overview
The Phil Silvers Show, originally titled You'll Never Get Rich, was a sitcom which ran on CBS from 1955 to 1959 for 142 episodes, plus a 1959 special. The series starred Phil Silvers as Master Sergeant Ernest G. Bilko of the United States Army. The series was created and largely written by Nat Hiken, and won three consecutive Emmy Awards for Best Comedy Series. The show is sometimes titled Sergeant Bilko or simply Bilko in reruns, and is very often referred to by these names, both on-screen and by viewers. The show's success transformed Silvers from a journeyman comedian into a star, and writer-producer Hiken from a highly-regarded behind-the-scenes comedy writer into a publicly recognized creator.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
4 Seasons • 144 Episodes
30 min per episode
1955 – 2001
Premiered: Tue, Sep 20, 1955
Latest Aired Episode
Season 3, Episode 24: “Bilko The Genius”
In a mix up over test results, Bilko is told that he has a genius rating and he goes on a course with other test winners. They try and come up with a foolproof method of predicting the result of any horse race.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nat Hiken
Barry Blitzer, Leonard B. Stern, Arnold M. Auerbach, Coleman Jacoby, Arnie Rosen, Terry Ryan, Tony Webster, A.J. Russell, Sydney Zelinka, Harvey Orkin, Billy Friedberg, Phil Sharp
Nat Hiken
Department Leadership Roster
Barry Blitzer
Writer
Leonard B. Stern
Writer
Arnold M. Auerbach
Writer
Coleman Jacoby
Writer
Arnie Rosen
Writer
Nat Hiken
Producer
Terry Ryan
Writer
Tony Webster
Writer
A.J. Russell
Writer
Sydney Zelinka
Writer
Harvey Orkin
Writer
Billy Friedberg
Writer
Phil Sharp
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Phil Silvers Show
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What is The Phil Silvers Show about?
The Phil Silvers Show, originally titled You'll Never Get Rich, was a sitcom which ran on CBS from 1955 to 1959 for 142 episodes, plus a 1959 special. The series starred Phil Silvers as Master Sergeant Ernest G. Bilko of the United States Army. The series was created and largely written by Nat Hiken, and won three consecutive Emmy Awards for Best Comedy Series. The show is sometimes titled Sergeant Bilko or simply Bilko in reruns, and is very often referred to by these names, both on-screen and by viewers. The show's success transformed Silvers from a journeyman comedian into a star, and writer-producer Hiken from a highly-regarded behind-the-scenes comedy writer into a publicly recognized creator.
How many seasons does The Phil Silvers Show have?
The Phil Silvers Show comprises 4 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Phil Silvers Show?
Key cast members in The Phil Silvers Show include Phil Silvers, Harvey Lembeck, Paul Ford, Allan Melvin, Billy Sands.
Who created or directed The Phil Silvers Show?
The Phil Silvers Show was developed and directed by Nat Hiken.