F Troop: Season 1

Though it only lasted two seasons, "F Troop" is rightfully regarded as one of the best sitcoms of the sixties, with an interesting premise, intelligent writing, and a stellar cast. Ken Berry played the klutzy Captain Wilton Parmenter, who was promoted for his on-field heroics. Forrest Tucker played the scheming Sergeant Morgan O'Rourke, in the grand tradition of Phil Silvers' scheming Sergeant Ernie Bilko. Larry Storch played Corporal Randolph Agarn to comic perfection. A gifted mimic, he also played his Mexican bandito cousin Pancho Agarnado, as well as his French-Canadian cousin Lucky Pierre, and his Russian cousin Dmitri Agarnoff, in season two. James Hampton played Private Hannibal Dobbs, a bugler who couldn't play a melody to save his life. Joe Brooks played Trooper Vanderbilt, the lookout who couldn't lookout for any obstacles in his way. Bob Steele played Trooper Duffy, an older cavalryman who insisted that he fought at the Alamo. Ivan Bell played Trooper Duddleson, the obese soldier who was asleep most of the time. The Hekawi Indians, who were peaceful partners in O'Rourke Enterprises, were led by Chief Wild Eagle, played by Frank de Kova. Don Diamond played Crazy Cat, the Chief's assistant, who will take over the tribe after Wild Eagle goes to the happy hunting ground. Last but not least was the beautiful Melody Patterson, who played "Wrangler" Jane Angelica Thrift, who continually tried to wrangle Captain Parmenter to the altar.The first season boasted great guest stars, such as Bernard Fox in "The Phantom Major," Don Rickles in "The Return Of Bald Eagle," Jack Elam in "Dirge For The Scourge," the beautiful Lee Meriwether in "O'Rourke vs O’Reilly," Henry Gibson in "Wrongo Starr and The Lady In Black," George Gobel in "Go For Broke," Zsa Zsa Gabor in "Play, Gypsy, Play," and Paul Petersen in "Johnny Eagle Eye." The comic timing of all of the main characters and various troopers is what made the show so great. This DVD set did not include any bonus features. Although not available in Blu-ray, the black-and-white images are crisp, and the audio is clear. What a shame that there was no third season for "F Troop," and that most of the actors are up in that big Fort Courage in the sky.

Very funny

The problem with re-watching television problems one liked as a youth, is that as adults we perceive things in an entirely different way. I remember being a kid and watching F-Troop re-runs on WPIX Channel 11 out of New York City. Back in the 1970's. I have fond memories of eating dinner and laughing aloud viewing the show.In my early 50's now, I decided that I re-watch certain TV programs that I liked from years ago. The seasons were much longer back then. It took me about 3 years to watch every Addams Family episode. I started back in '09, and finished just recently. My replacement was F-Troop. Again, I have fond memories of the program. But would I enjoy it the same as I did four decades ago? The answers, yes. Even more so because as an adult I can understand the jokes better. I also have a better appreciation of all the work that was put into the half hour long comedy (not filmed before a live audience). Ken Berry's comedic timing is brilliant. Forrest Tucker plays a superior straight man to not only Berry, but Larry Storch, and the rest of a very funny cast. Oh...got to love Wrangler Jane (actress Melody Patterson). Very much the professional and only sixteen years old when filming started.Here's the main question. When viewing now, did it age well? Yes...any major network or cable channel could broadcast it now. Much of the comedy is timeless, and understood worldwide. A trip and fall routine is a trip and fall routine. The town drunk did a lot of great ones. As did Ken Berry. Lite on his feet being able to dance. Considered a triple threat; actor, singer, and dancer. The show is really a period piece. "The end of the Civil War was near..." -- no cell phone size embarrassing situations; "look how BIG that one is."The DVD: Pristine picture -- excellent audio. Plenty of episodes so you get your money's worth. The pilot will hook you for sure. Knowing a little about the Civil War and Indians in general does help, especially with getting some of the jokes. I love the running gags; watch tower falling down...Gary BrownAmerican Corespondent for Classic Rock Radio Dot EU

I bought both seasons of F Troop on Prime Video to reminisce my youth and the picture quality is excellent. It is ashamed they did not make more episodes as this is. Comedy classic sitcom.

I watched this series back in the 60's and found it hilarious then. I was reminiscing during lockdown and purchased the box set. I still found it hilarious, great fun to watch. Had to wipe the tears from my eyes at times. Would highly recommend for all the family. Series 1 was made in black and white but this didn't take away from the quality.

Classic, clean fun.

Ein unfähiger Sproß einer alten Soldatenfamilie erringt während des amerikanischen Bürgerkriegs durch Zufall einen grandiosen Sieg und wird zur Belohnung zum Kommandeur eines abgelegenen Forts im Wilden Westen ernannt - sehr zum Frust der dortigen Besatzung, denn die hat mit den Indianern vor Ort längst einen Separatfrieden geschlossen: Die Indianer stellen Originalsouveniers aus den Indianerkriegen her, die von den Soldaten vermarktet werden. Ein vermeintlicher Säbelrassler als neuer Kommandeur stört da nur ...Das ist die Ausgangssituation der amerikanischen Comedy-Reihe F-Troop aus den späten sechziger Jahren. In insgesamt zwei Staffeln wird ab dann alles durch den Kakao gezogen, was dem Westernfreund heilig ist. Auch wenn dabei mancher Kalauer zu Tode geritten wird, ist das meiste auch heute noch neu und erfrischend gemacht. Diese Serie wird jedem gefallen, dem auch "Pistolen und Petticoats" gefiel.Die erste Staffel enthält 34 Folgen in Schwarz-weiß und in sehr guter Bild und Tonqualität. Da die US-DVDs aber weder über eine deutsche Sprachfassung noch über deutsche oder englische Untertitel verfügen, sind sie für Leute mit rudimentären Englischkenntnissen nur eingeschränkt empfehlenswert - mit gut erhaltenem Schulenglisch kann man aber das meiste verstehen, alles zugegebenermaßen auch nicht.

Sehr schön einmal beide Seasons dieser lange nicht mehr gezeigten Serie komplett und ungekürzt zu haben. Gute Qualität aber leider nur in NTSC-Norm (Regio 1)

to describe how fantastic, I haven't laughed so much for years, within watching first few episodes had ordered the second series, so sad only two series. The Indians are hilarious led by their timid chief, Wild Eagle played by Frank De Kova usually depicted as a villain and one of my favourite baddies from The Untouchables. One thousand Stars.