This was a favorite show back when it was current but I hadn't seen it for over 40 years when I stumbled upon it in syndication. The premise may seem simple and obvious but it's highly entertaining.
The story is about a man and wife, Wilbur and Carol Post, who move into a house in the San Fernando Valley and discover a horse that was left in the stable by the previous owner. The horse, Mr. Ed, is a talking horse and a very clever and witty one at that. He will only talk to Wilbur and the episodes revolve around awkward situations for him created by Mr. Ed. The recurring characters are the neighbors, Wilbur's wife, Carol, and Mr. Ed. Most of the episodes are quite funny and one can't help but appreciate Mr. Ed's wry sense of humor.
In a day before computer generated effects, it's quite remarkable how well they created the illusion of the horse talking. His lips actually move! He performs all kinds of impressive human-like actions, including opening and shutting his barn door, picking up the phone to talk, unplugging and moving his portable television set, singing, etc. It's quite amazing to see a horse doing so many tricks and one begins to take it for granted. I have to remind myself that it's a real trained horse because it works so well. All these years later I am very impressed at the level of training and work that must have been involved in making this show.
Alan Young, Connie Hines, and the supporting cast did a wonderful job on this show. The star, a beautiful Palomino named "Bamboo Harvester" in real life, did an unbelievable job and seemed much smarter than many people I know. Mr. Ed is for all ages from young to old. Especially if you like horses or animal shows you will like this. My wife and I are getting up there and we love it. Very glad that it's still available.
The story is about a man and wife, Wilbur and Carol Post, who move into a house in the San Fernando Valley and discover a horse that was left in the stable by the previous owner. The horse, Mr. Ed, is a talking horse and a very clever and witty one at that. He will only talk to Wilbur and the episodes revolve around awkward situations for him created by Mr. Ed. The recurring characters are the neighbors, Wilbur's wife, Carol, and Mr. Ed. Most of the episodes are quite funny and one can't help but appreciate Mr. Ed's wry sense of humor.
In a day before computer generated effects, it's quite remarkable how well they created the illusion of the horse talking. His lips actually move! He performs all kinds of impressive human-like actions, including opening and shutting his barn door, picking up the phone to talk, unplugging and moving his portable television set, singing, etc. It's quite amazing to see a horse doing so many tricks and one begins to take it for granted. I have to remind myself that it's a real trained horse because it works so well. All these years later I am very impressed at the level of training and work that must have been involved in making this show.
Alan Young, Connie Hines, and the supporting cast did a wonderful job on this show. The star, a beautiful Palomino named "Bamboo Harvester" in real life, did an unbelievable job and seemed much smarter than many people I know. Mr. Ed is for all ages from young to old. Especially if you like horses or animal shows you will like this. My wife and I are getting up there and we love it. Very glad that it's still available.