The Carol Burnett Show delivered another comedy masterclass with a sketch that doubles as a tongue-in-cheek guide on how not to sneak into the house after having too much to drink. The scene, from Season 3, Episode 21, features legends Harvey Korman and Tim Conway at their absolute best.
The skit begins with Harvey slipping quietly into the house, checking to make sure everything is safe. He motions for Tim to follow, assuring him that his wife is fast asleep. Tim tiptoes inside — only to immediately panic and announce he has “lost his tongue.”
Trying to regain control, Harvey warns Tim not to step on anything red and reminds him, “You can’t let your wife know you’ve been drinking.” Tim, completely oblivious, asks, “How is she gonna know I’ve been drinking? What’s the indication I’ve been drinking?” — right before collapsing dramatically at Harvey’s feet.
Harvey kneels beside him, urging him to get some rest before he leaves, but Tim slaps him on the back with exaggerated force and says, “Gotcha!” Moments later, he faceplants again, and Harvey scrambles to catch him.
