The Dick Van Dyke Show
The Last Chapter
Season 5, Episode 32 · Aired 1966-06-01
Synopsis
Rob finally finishes his memoir after 5 years. As Laura begins to read it, we see flashbacks from previous shows, starting from when Rob met Laura.
Finale desk note
From the desk: The guide closes on “The Last Chapter” (1966-06-01) — a series bookend worth the package context. Mary Tyler Moore's ascent and industry gender politics simmer under the laughs.
In the series
This episode is part of The Dick Van Dyke Show (1961–1966) on CBS.
Writers' room meta-comedy with dance breaks and perfect timing.
Key cast
- Dick Van Dyke as Rob Petrie
- Mary Tyler Moore as Laura Petrie
- Rose Marie as Sally Rogers
- Morey Amsterdam as Buddy Sorrell
- Carl Reiner as Alan Brady