Run Buddy Run
Buddy Overstreet was an everyday, ordinary sort of guy... until the one day he overheard a member of "The Syndicate" (a crime organization) say the words "Chicken Little!" Now The Syndicate has decided Buddy knows too much and must be silenced for good. The show follows the comic misadventures of Buddy as he travels from town to town, trying to evade people who are trying to kill him. It is kind of like The Fugitive (1963), only played for laughs.
- 1966-1967
- 1 season
- CBS
- Comedy
Buddy Overstreet was an everyday, ordinary sort of guy... until the one day he overheard a member of "The Syndicate" (a crime organization) say the words "Chicken Little!" Now The Syndicate has decided Buddy knows too much and must be silenced for good. The show follows the comic misadventures of Buddy as he travels from town to town, trying to evade people who are trying to kill him. It is kind of like The Fugitive (1963), only played for laughs.
Season 1 Episode Guide
17 Episodes 1966
Episode 1
Steam Bath & Chicken Little
Mon, Sep 12, 1966 25 mins
While seated in a murky steam room, Buddy Overstreet hears mobsters plot the murder of a man in Chicago. One of the hoods spots Buddy lurking in the corner and the pursuit is on.
Episode 2
Wild, Wild Wake
Mon, Sep 19, 1966 25 mins
Buddy hides out in a small town jail. The syndicate finds out his hideout. To flush Buddy out of hiding, Mr. D takes the suggestion to pretend that he died and get word to where Buddy's been hiding, hoping he'll show up.
Episode 3
Win Place and Die
Mon, Sep 26, 1966 25 mins
Running from the syndicate, Buddy hides in a horse trailer and when it comes to its destination in California, the owners find Buddy and the horse inside. The horse is ornery to everyone but Buddy and he gets a job as a groomer
Episode 4
Down on the Farm
Mon, Oct 3, 1966 25 mins
Buddy hides out in a farmer's truck and becomes a helper for the farmer's beautiful daughter. He is ratted out by one of the locals and is on the run again.
Episode 5
Grand Mexican Hotel
Mon, Oct 10, 1966 25 mins
As Buddy hides out in a Mexican hotel, he helps the owners to become more successful. Jack Sheldon gets the opportunity to sing and play the trumpet. As usual, the bad guys stumble upon Buddy, and he must disguise himself. Look for Henry Calvin (Sergeant Garcia from the TV series Zorro) as the owner.
Episode 6
The Death of Buddy Overstreet
Mon, Oct 17, 1966 25 mins
Buddy meets an out of work PI (Jack Albertson) while hiding out in a freight train. After telling him his story, he suggests that he and Buddy fake Buddy's death. He makes a film depicting Buddy's death showing it to Mr. D.
Episode 7
The Bank Holdup
Mon, Oct 24, 1966 25 mins
Buddy is in CT when the syndicate catches up with him. He jumps in a car belonging to bank robbers (who are still inside) and drives it at high speed to escape. The crooks to tell their boss, who recruit Buddy to help them rob a bank.
Episode 8
I Want a Piece of That Boy
Mon, Oct 31, 1966 25 mins
Buddy is in where he is picked up by boxer Frankie Phillips and his manager who talk him into becoming Phillips' sparring partner. He inadvertently knocks Phillips out. Mr. D finds out and wants him to back him, not knowing it's Buddy.
Episode 9
Buddy Overstreet, Forgive Me
Mon, Nov 7, 1966 25 mins
A rival gangster, Mr. W bribes a doctor to tell Mr. D he only has three months to live so he can take over the syndicate. Mr. D decides to forgive Buddy. He then finds out that he isn't dying and the chase is back on.
Episode 10
Mr. D's Revenge
Mon, Nov 14, 1966 25 mins
A psychiatrist who feels Mr. D doesn't exist. He tells Buddy to face his fears head on. Mr D fears Buddy's suitcase is a tape recorder. He says all is forgiven, but he tells all that he will get his revenge now that Buddy's guard is down.
Episode 11
Goodbye, Wendell
Mon, Nov 21, 1966 25 mins
Episode 12
The Sky Is Falling
Mon, Nov 28, 1966 25 mins
Episode 13
Death with Father: Part I
Buddy is working at a movie studio and is hired to be a stunt double for the star. He injures himself and gets amnesia. Junior obtains a copy of the film and see Buddy. Buddy thinks Mr. D may be his father and sends a telegram to him.
Episode 14
Death with Father: Part II
Still having amnesia, Buddy goes to NY to meet his "father", Mr. D. He is kidnapped by Mr. W. Mr. W wants to know why Mr. D wants him. Mr. D's cronies find him. He hits his head in a fight with Mr. D and is on the run again.
Episode 15
The Runaway Kid
Buddy is hiding out in an airport where he meets a Japanese orphan whose adoptive parents have not shown up for him. He decides to run away with Buddy. It's up to Buddy to get him to his new parents safely and makes a deal with Mr. D.
Episode 16
Buddy Overstreet, Please Come Home
Mon, Dec 5, 1966 25 mins
Episode 17
Buddy, the Lifesaver
Mon, Sep 19, 1966
Buddy has found work in a carnival in Arizona. Mr. D plans to take care of Buddy himself since his underlings have failed. He finds Buddy's and the chase is on through the carnival. He saves Mr. D from drowning but Mr. Is not grateful.