Ben Casey
Gritty realistic hospital drama featuring manly Dr. Casey against the medical establishment, at first, under the watchful eye of Dr. Zorba, and later under the thumb of Chief of Surgery Dr. Freeland.
- 1961-1966
- 5 seasons
- ABC
- Drama
Gritty realistic hospital drama featuring manly Dr. Casey against the medical establishment, at first, under the watchful eye of Dr. Zorba, and later under the thumb of Chief of Surgery Dr. Freeland.
Season 5 Episode Guide
26 Episodes 1965 - 1966
Episode 1
War of Nerves
Mon, Sep 13, 1965 60 mins
Casey hopes a surgical procedure can save a terminally ill doctor who has been stricken with a deadly illness while performing biological warfare research. Meanwhile, his mentor Dr. David Zorba has been replaced at County General by Dr. Daniel Freeland. Also new to the staff is young internist Dr. Terry McDaniel.
Episode 2
O' the Big Wheel Turns by Faith, by Faith
Mon, Sep 20, 1965 60 mins
Casey suspects his patient Janet Spaulding of malingering when she is convinced she has contracted polio. McDaniel and Sally experience problems in their personal relationship. Reporter Marian Root pursues a story of malpractice against Dr. Casey.
Episode 3
A Nightingale Named Nathan
Mon, Sep 27, 1965 60 mins
Jewish cantor Nathan Birnbaum has lost his voice as the result of a tumor that Casey finds operable. However, Birnbaum's combative nature and a disgruntled daughter complicate the situation. Meanwhile, Casey wants to perform an operation on young Bootsie Cabot, utilizing a new technique developed by Dr. McDaniel.
Episode 4
Run for Your Lives, Dr. Galanos Practices Here
Mon, Oct 4, 1965 60 mins
Dr. Galanos' father, a former Latin American revolutionary, creates chaos for his son and County General by establishing a command post in the hospital for the recruitment of new freedom fighters among the other patients. Meanwhile, the threat of an impending malpractice suit looms for Dr. Casey.
Episode 5
Because of the Needle, the Haystack Was Lost
Mon, Oct 11, 1965 60 mins
The malpractice suit filed against Dr. Casey becomes a subject for review by County General's hospital board. Aged patient Edith Sommers chooses the option of suicide. Casey engages in a battle of general practice versus medical specialties with formidable practitioner Dr. Brandt.
Episode 6
What to Her Is Plato?
Mon, Oct 18, 1965 60 mins
Prickly social worker Laura Fremont receives an assignment to help patient Ruth Ann Carmody, a low-wage worker injured in a fall. Everyone is stymied by Ruth Ann's inability to comprehend and sign the various authorization forms needed for her care, unaware that she is concealing illiteracy. Meanwhile, Dr. McDaniels' troubled relationship with Sally is tested further.
Episode 7
Francini? Who Is Francini?
Mon, Oct 25, 1965 60 mins
Dr. Freeland tasks Casey with uncovering the identity of a thief who is continually stealing from the hospital. Micahel Francini, a new orderly, is the chief suspect, who Casey thinks might be a modern-day Robin Hood to County General's impoverished clients. Dr. McDaniels and Sally reach a turning point in their relationship. Casey's cousin Jack is poised to create more problems for him.
Episode 8
Then I, and You, and All of Us Fell Down
Mon, Nov 1, 1965 60 mins
David Langley, a celebrated physician recently returned from missionary work in remote Africa, falls victim to a mysterious illness, whose symptoms confound the doctors at County General. Meanwhile, social worker Laura Fremont sets her sights on Dr. Casey. Jack Casey, suffering from a gunshot wound, implores cousin Ben to secretly extract the bullet without notifying authorities.
Episode 9
No More, Cried the Rooster - There Will Be Truth
Mon, Nov 8, 1965 60 mins
Dr. Harvey Lee lives the life his family wants, though his own desires go far beyond medicine. When he is arrested during a riot at a coffee house, he fears he has brought shame to his family name. Despite his own legal problems with the malpractice suit, Casey vows to stand by one of his most dedicated interns.
Episode 10
The Importance of Being 65937
Mon, Nov 15, 1965 60 mins
County General patient George McFadden stubbornly refuses to answer any personal and factual questions. Unknown to anyone, he is a dedicated veteran police officer who fears his illness could force him into retiring from the force. McFadden will conceal anything that might identify him, even if it puts his life in jeopardy.
Episode 11
When Givers Prove Unkind
Mon, Nov 22, 1965 60 mins
Business tycoon Alan Bateman arranges a million dollar foundation for art and medicine, with his daughter Claudia and Dr. Casey to act as benefactors. As Casey tours art studios with Claudia, and she attends medical rounds at County General, Casey soon begins to suspect that Bateman has ulterior motives for the most unlikely arrangement.
Episode 12
The Man from Quasilia
Mon, Nov 29, 1965 60 mins
County General hosts foreign exchange intern Dr. Luis Campos. Although earnest in his desire to learn, Campos' level of education places him at a disadvantage, and his need for more time draws the ire of impatient teacher Dr. Casey. Meanwhile, hospital clerk Teresa Bedoya takes a keen interest in the handsome new student.
Episode 13
Why Did the Day Go Backwards?
Mon, Dec 6, 1965 60 mins
Casey treats Delia Holiday, a woman who has been left uncommunicative after a near fatal beating. Following an impassioned altercation which results in Dr. Casey's dismissal from County General, Dr. Taylor suffers a severe stroke. Casey is tasked with performing emergency surgery to save Dr. Taylor's life.
Episode 14
You Wanna Know What Really Goes on in a Hospital?
Mon, Dec 20, 1965 60 mins
Alan Ames, a crusading reporter, enters County General under the pretext of undergoing tests. However, he actually plans to gain access to information for an expose he is writing. The situation is complicated by Ames' jealousy of Dr. Casey, who was once romantically involved with Ames' wife Barbara.
Episode 15
If You Play Your Cards Right, You Too Can Be a Loser
Mon, Dec 27, 1965 60 mins
Greg Carter, admitted for observation at County General, appears to be under the influence of an unknown drug and refuses to cooperate with the staff by divulging his identity. Meanwhile, Carter's father-in-law has sworn out an arrest warrant for him, as he suspects spousal abuse against his injured daughter.
Episode 16
In Case of Emergency, Cry Havoc
Mon, Jan 3, 1966 60 mins
Casey's patient William Benbrook has slipped into a coma. After reading about a miracle drug she thinks can help, his wife Leona insists it be administered, despite Casey's desperate attempts to convince her that surgery is her husband's best option.
Episode 17
Meantime, We Shall Express Our Darker Purpose
Mon, Jan 10, 1966 60 mins
Drunken driver Mr. Kendrick accidentally strikes a juvenile delinquent with his car and flees the scene. He later confesses the crime to County General's chaplain Father Ingram and implores him to convince Casey to operate. Casey, unaware of the circumstances surrounding the request, accuses Ingram of interfering in medical procedures.
Episode 18
For San Diego, You Need a Different Bus
Mon, Jan 17, 1966 60 mins
Boxer Jack West, hospitalized at County General, seemingly demonstrates an ability to will himself into unconsciousness. After he goes into shock and must be resuscitated by heart massage, Casey theorizes his condition is the result of intra-cranial pressure, resulting from years of violent blows to the head.
Episode 19
Smile, Baby, Smile, It's Only Twenty Dols of Pain
Mon, Jan 24, 1966 60 mins
Beautiful Eva Robinson's face belies her suffering from intense facial neuralgia. She has become addicted to narcotics to dull the excruciating pain she experiences daily. Casey offers her hope in the form of surgery, though it could disfigure her in the process.
Episode 20
Fun and Games and Other Tragic Things
Mon, Jan 31, 1966 60 mins
When patient Paula Jordan declines hospitalization for tests to diagnose her illness, Casey charms her into going out on a series of dates with her. His intent: carefully observe her physical response to specific situations in order to develop a better understanding of her pathology. Unfortunately, Paula begins to believe the handsome young doctor is seriously falling in love with her.
Episode 21
Weave Nets to Catch the Wind
Mon, Feb 7, 1966 60 mins
Nurse Wills' longstanding friendship with Anna Medalle is tested when she disagrees with Anna's decision to pressure her son Andy into following in his late father's footsteps by joining the Air Force. Andy has secretly confided in Nurse Wills his own dreams of studying to become an archaeologist.
Episode 22
Lullaby for a Wind-Up Toy
Mon, Feb 14, 1966 60 mins
Agent Fred Blaney's unwed daughter Janice is severely injured in a car accident. In order to save the life of Janice and her unborn child, Casey must perform surgery. Meanwhile, Blaney alarms his daughter by threatening to publicly reveal that her baby was fathered by his client, popular singer Artie Rhodes.
Episode 23
Where Did All the Roses Go?
Mon, Feb 21, 1966 60 mins
Owen and Oren Carter are twin brothers who share everything. After Oren receives a head injury in a traffic accident, Owen begins to experience sympathetic pains in the form of violent headaches. Casey decides to wait for Oren's surgery, but Nurse Vivian Bennett, believing otherwise, takes advantage of a personal relationship to override Casey's decision.
Episode 24
Twenty Six Ways to Spell Heartbreak: A, B, C, D...
Mon, Feb 28, 1966 60 mins
The plight of brain-damaged children is explored as eight year old Floyd Allen attacks his teacher and is admitted to County General for observation. With a history of violent and unmanageable behavior, Dr. Casey seeks both medical and psychiatric solutions to the boy's problem.
Episode 25
Pull the Wool Over Your Eyes, Here Comes the Cold Wind of Truth
Mon, Mar 14, 1966 60 mins
Self diagnosing patients test Dr. Casey. A librarian suffering from severe headaches and conversations with her dead father attempts to convince Casey that her illness is psychosis. Meanwhile, a concert pianist feels that the pain in his hands results from a physical cause rather than a psychological one.
Episode 26
Then, Suddenly, Panic
Mon, Mar 21, 1966 60 mins
Casey's final patients share similar brain illnesses but are completely opposite in every other way. Sophisticated jet-setter Patricia Mason develops signs of brain damage after Casey saves her life, while earthy nightclub entertainer Charlie Boyd is possibly suffering from a brain tumor.
