Tim Conway’s Hysterical Performance as the Oldest Man on the Ship from The Carol Burnett Show

“The Carol Burnett Show” stands as a timeless testament of comedic brilliance, showcasing the unparalleled talents of its stellar ensemble – Carol Burnett, Tim Conway, Harvey Korman, and Vicki Lawrence. The winning combination of top-tier comedy writing and an extraordinary cast is exactly why the show’s iconic sketches continue to elicit belly laughs from audiences, even years after its final episode aired.

In one particularly memorable sketch, Tim Conway and Harvey Korman are cast as galley slaves on a ship, struggling under the watchful eyes of their ruthless overseers. The scene opens with Korman at the oars, receiving lashes for his inability to match the pace set by the other slaves.

Korman laments his solo plight, unable to keep up due to the absence of a rowing partner. His master’s solution? Enter Tim Conway as ‘The Oldest Man,’ whose arrival instantly transforms the sketch into a comedy goldmine.

Conway shuffles to his seat beside Korman, who can barely contain his laughter even before Conway settles in. Upon introducing himself, Conway delivers a line that immediately sends the studio audience into fits of laughter: “Hi, I’m a leper.”

As the sketch progresses, it only gets funnier.

Tim Conway and Harvey Korman together were comedy gold! This skit is a perfect example of their amazing comedic timing. They always cracked each other (and us!) up, and their funny routines will keep us smiling for years to come.

Cover Photo Courtesy: The Oldest Man: Galley Slaves from The Carol Burnett Show (full sketch) | The Caroll Burnett via YouTube