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Series · 1961 – 1966 · Comedy

Hazel

★6.8 1961 – 1966 5 Seasons Ted Key TV-MA

Hazel is an American sitcom about a fictional live-in maid named Hazel Burke and her employers, the Baxters. The five-season, 154-episode series aired in primetime from September 28, 1961 until April 11, 1966 and was produced by Screen Gems. The show aired on NBC for its first four seasons, and then on CBS for its final season. The first season, except for one color episode was in black and white, the remainder in color. The show was based on the popular single-panel comic strip by cartoonist Ted Key, which appeared in the Saturday Evening Post.

Seasons & episodes

5 seasons · 155 episodes

Hazel and the Playground

Episode 01

Hazel and the Playground

Sep 28, 1961

While trying to teach Harold how to kick a football, Hazel realizes that what is needed in town is a playground for the children. This leads her to go all out to try to get one despite George and his clients' opinion.

Hazel Makes a Will

Episode 02

Hazel Makes a Will

Oct 5, 1961 · 30 min

It's that time of the year when Hazel begins warming George up to the idea of a raise but this year, he absolutely refuses, leaving Hazel furious. Later, when Hazel falls and hurts herself, she decides to draw up a will, but George thinks she's planning a lawsuit against him.

Hazel Plays Nurse

Episode 03

Hazel Plays Nurse

Oct 12, 1961 · 30 min

Hazel plays Nurse for Mr. B & Missy as she taking care of the ill Baxters around the house after getting caught the flu. It's up to Hazel to get them better with a dose of medicine until Harold is the last Baxter to get caught by the flu.

A Matter of Principle

Episode 04

A Matter of Principle

Oct 19, 1961 · 30 min

Hazel is in no mood to be the perfect maid to an important client of George's after she gets a parking ticket that she is sure she didn't deserve. Although, the fine is only a couple of dollars, Hazel wants George to represent her and help her prove that she wan't at fault.

Dorothy's New Client

Episode 05

Dorothy's New Client

Oct 26, 1961

A competitor of Dorothy's is trying to get her to join her interior decorating business but Dorothy is content with her own small business despite few customers. This prompts Hazel to try to influence the new neighbors into hiring Dorothy to furnish their home.

What'll We Watch Tonight?

Episode 06

What'll We Watch Tonight?

Nov 2, 1961

George and Dorothy's nightly television viewing has been getting interupted by Hazel who's excuse is that her television set in her room is broken. This leads to George taking her down to the store to by her one, which is where she decides to get a color TV and quickly becomes the talk of the town.

A Dog for Harold

Episode 07

A Dog for Harold

Nov 9, 1961 · 30 min

Harold is out playing and finds an abandoned dog and brings him home. Hazel and Dorothy are overjoyed but the joy becomes fear when they remember that George forbids a dog in the house. This leads them to plot together to convince George to let Harold keep the dog.

George's Niece

Episode 08

George's Niece

Nov 16, 1961 · 30 min

Hazel tries cementing a mother-daughter relationship.

Everybody's Thankful But Us Turkeys

Episode 09

Everybody's Thankful But Us Turkeys

Nov 23, 1961 · 30 min

Hazel teaches the Baxters the meaning of Thanksgiving.

Winter Wonderland

Episode 10

Winter Wonderland

Dec 7, 1961 · 30 min

The Baxters are planning a weekend ski trip to a lodge and Hazel is planning on going along to be in a snow contest with a man she has a crush on. However, Hazel may have to sit out of the race when George has to work unexpectedly and insists that Hazel stay with him while Harold go along ahead.

Hazel's Winning Personality

Episode 11

Hazel's Winning Personality

Dec 14, 1961 · 30 min

Hazel's friend Laura wants to get the attentions of a new gardner in the neighborhood but has some trouble doing so. This leads her and Hazel to take a class in changing your personality.

Hazel's Christmas Shopping

Episode 12

Hazel's Christmas Shopping

Dec 21, 1961 · 30 min

Hazel has one gift to buy before Christmas and it's for Dorothy. However, when she discovers she doesn't have enough money for it, she gets a job at a department store and encounters a shoplifter.

Dorothy's Obsession

Episode 13

Dorothy's Obsession

Dec 28, 1961 · 30 min

Dorothy must have a piano she sees at an antique auction.

Hazel's Dog Days

Episode 14

Hazel's Dog Days

Jan 4, 1962 · 30 min

How to teach the Baxters' old dog new tricks?

Replacement for Phoebe

Episode 15

Replacement for Phoebe

Jan 11, 1962 · 30 min

Hazel tries to recruit a new maid for the Johnsons.

Hazel's Famous Recipes

Episode 16

Hazel's Famous Recipes

Jan 18, 1962

No description available.

Hazel's Tough Customer

Episode 17

Hazel's Tough Customer

Jan 25, 1962

Mr. Griffin asks Hazel to marry him after buying a house in the neighborhood.

Hazel's Secret Wish

Episode 18

Hazel's Secret Wish

Feb 1, 1962 · 30 min

Hazel vacations at an exclusive resort.

Hazel, the Tryst Buster

Episode 19

Hazel, the Tryst Buster

Feb 8, 1962 · 30 min

Hazel's suspicions rise as George's old girlfriend visits.

The Investment Club

Episode 20

The Investment Club

Feb 15, 1962 · 30 min

A businessman tries selling worthless stock to Hazel's friends.

Hazel's Mona Lisa Grin

Episode 21

Hazel's Mona Lisa Grin

Mar 1, 1962

Hazel discovers that the artist who painted her portrait is now famous.

Hazel and the Gardener

Episode 22

Hazel and the Gardener

Mar 8, 1962

No description available.

Dorothy's Birthday

Episode 23

Dorothy's Birthday

Mar 15, 1962 · 30 min

Hazel gives up her day off to prepare food for Dorothy's luncheon.

Number, Please?

Episode 24

Number, Please?

Mar 22, 1962 · 30 min

George misplaces a slip of paper with his unlisted telephone number.

Them New Neighbors is Nice

Episode 25

Them New Neighbors is Nice

Mar 29, 1962 · 30 min

Stan Blake's teen-age son develops a crush on Dorothy.

Hazel's Pajama Party

Episode 26

Hazel's Pajama Party

Apr 5, 1962 · 30 min

Hazel organizes a pajama party for a motherless girl.

Three Little Cubs

Episode 27

Three Little Cubs

Apr 12, 1962 · 30 min

Dorothy tries getting a snobbish boy to join the Cub Scouts.

Bringing Out the Johnsons

Episode 28

Bringing Out the Johnsons

Apr 19, 1962 · 30 min

Hazel spearheads a campaign for aid to education.

Hazel Quits

Episode 29

Hazel Quits

Apr 26, 1962 · 30 min

Hazel quits when George takes on a client who plans to drain a lake and build a factory.

Hazel the Matchmaker

Episode 30

Hazel the Matchmaker

May 3, 1962

No description available.

Rock-a-Bye Baby

Episode 31

Rock-a-Bye Baby

May 10, 1962 · 30 min

Hazel becomes a part-time nurse to the Johnsons' niece.

The Burglar in Mr. B's P.J.'s

Episode 32

The Burglar in Mr. B's P.J.'s

May 17, 1962 · 30 min

Hazel feeds and shelters a suspected thief.

Heat Wave

Episode 33

Heat Wave

May 24, 1962 · 30 min

The mercury and George's blood pressure rise as Hazel campaigns for an air conditioner.

George's Assistant

Episode 34

George's Assistant

May 31, 1962 · 30 min

Hazel plays Cupid for two young law students.

Hazel's Day

Episode 35

Hazel's Day

Jun 7, 1962 · 30 min

The Baxters celebrate Hazel's Day by taking their maid to dinner.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 6.8 /10

based on 22 votes

Synopsis

Hazel is an American sitcom about a fictional live-in maid named Hazel Burke and her employers, the Baxters. The five-season, 154-episode series aired in primetime from September 28, 1961 until April 11, 1966 and was produced by Screen Gems. The show aired on NBC for its first four seasons, and then on CBS for its final season. The first season, except for one color episode was in black and white, the remainder in color. The show was based on the popular single-panel comic strip by cartoonist Ted Key, which appeared in the Saturday Evening Post.

Comedy

Cast

4 principal cast

Shirley Booth

Shirley Booth

Hazel Burke

Bobby Buntrock

Harold Baxter

Lynn Borden

Lynn Borden

Barbara Baxter

Ray Fulmer

Steve Baxter

Where to watch Hazel

Hazel is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The comedy from Ted Key has 5 seasons and 155 total episodes, rated 6.8/10 by 22 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Hazel have?

Hazel has 5 seasons with 155 episodes in total.

Is Hazel still on the air?

Hazel has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Hazel?

Hazel airs on NBC, CBS.

When did Hazel first air?

Hazel first aired on September 28, 1961.

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