Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Season 1

A rural state's senator dies and inexperienced Eugene Smith is appointed. Smith moves with wife Pat and sage Uncle Cooter. The new politician relies on chaffeur Arnie for Washington advice plus his own common sense.
Where to Watch Season 1
24 Episodes
  • Washington Hostess
    E1
    Episode 1Washington HostessNow that her friends the Smiths have moved to Washington DC Katie McGraw moves there also. Katie plans on establishing herself as a popular hostess, not knowing how difficult that is.
  • Bad Day at Cuttin' Corners
    E2
    Episode 2Bad Day at Cuttin' CornersThe folks at Cuttin' Corners have long wanted a post office for their community. Now that one of their locals is now Senator Smith they expect to get a mail facility.
  • ...But What Are You Doing For Your Country?
    E3
    Episode 3...But What Are You Doing For Your Country?Senator Smith encounters a trio of homeless men but they put off his help because of his position. Smith ponders the situation and decides he needs to dress like a vagrant so they will see he can relate.
  • The Musicale
    E4
    Episode 4The MusicaleSenator Smith mistakes Harpo for a famous French pianist and invites him to play at the White House.
  • The Country Sculptor
    E5
    Episode 5The Country SculptorSenator Smith is asked by his state's citizens to find a place for founder Flintrock McCord's statue in Washington. But the object is ugly and Smith must find a compromise between offending local citizens or voters back home.
  • The Senator and the Pageboy
    E6
    Episode 6The Senator and the PageboySenator Smith meets Eddie, a troubled young man, who Smith believes needs a sense of direction. Against advice the senator gives Eddie an office job and hopes he won't be disappointed.
  • The Fork in the Road
    E7
    Episode 7The Fork in the RoadA Korean child barges in the Smith home because she wants to meet the Senator. When she learns that Eugene sits in the U.S. Congress and isn't a major league baseball player, the youngster is extremely disappointed.
  • First Class Citizen
    E8
    Episode 8First Class CitizenEugene Smith is happy to administer the oath to Gino who's ready to become a citizen on July 4th. But the senator learns that Gino received a medical diagnosis that has him dying soon. Smith tries to change the ceremony date.
  • The Senator Baits a Hook
    E9
    Episode 9The Senator Baits a HookTwo of Smith's colleagues, Hoyt and Crabtree, constantly clash on the Waterways committee. Smith must use his rural wisdom to get two different personalities to get along when the Senator takes them fishing.
  • For Richer or Poorer
    E10
    Episode 10For Richer or PoorerSenator Smith meets an aimless older man named Carleton that he thinks would be a great pal for Uncle Cooter. But the presumed homeless gentleman turns out to be a very rich tycoon.
  • Man's Best Friend
    E11
    Episode 11Man's Best FriendUncle Cooter is devoted to his new hound Sam and is upset when the dog goes missing. The animal is found but behind the gates of a Communist embassy. Senator Smith must free the pet without causing a international incident.
  • The Sleeping Sentry
    E12
    Episode 12The Sleeping SentryA voter from back home, Mrs. Harris, visits Smith on an urgent matter. Her son Jeb is being court martialed for napping while on guard duty. Smith looks into the case and determines there were extenuating circumstances.
  • Without a Song
    E13
    Episode 13Without a SongConstituents in Senator Smith's home state decide it's high time they have a state song, and the junior legislator is named chairman of the committee to select the anthem.
  • That's Show Business
    E14
    Episode 14That's Show BusinessSenator Smith is approached by friend comedian Ernie Evans on a matter which he needs helps. Ernie thinks he hasn't contributed by being funny and wants ideas in doing something substantial. Smith agrees to assist his pal.
  • Miss Ida's Star
    E15
    Episode 15Miss Ida's StarSenator Smith's constituent Miss Ida has a mysterious piece land in her backyard. She doesn't allow the authorities to examine the object, enjoying the attention she's now getting. Smith is asked to intervene.
  • Think Mink
    E16
    Episode 16Think MinkSenator Smith is visited by home state folks Si and Abigal Willis. The couple confide they have a special way to raise superior minks by feeding them Abigal's stew. The news creates something of a sensation.
  • The Resurrection of Winesap Corners
    E17
    Episode 17The Resurrection of Winesap CornersSmith's friend Hiram Winesap is in financial difficulty and comes to Eugene for advice. The senator advises Hiram to sell his valuable antique cars but his pal has a different scheme in mind.
  • Oh, Pioneers!
    E18
    Episode 18Oh, Pioneers!Celebrating heritage is a big deal in Smith's home state and he's expected to participate. The planners want to honor early day settlers so the senator agrees to do his part by foregoing modern devices.
  • Grand Ol' Opry
    E19
    Episode 19Grand Ol' OpryClaude, from back home, arrives for a visit and amazes the Smiths with his outstanding singing voice. Uncle Cooter wants to help his godson achieve greatness but Claude's only previous experience is with the church choir.
  • And Still the Champ
    E20
    Episode 20And Still the ChampUncle Cooter prides himself in getting the better deal in any swap. But when he trades his beloved rocker for what turns out to be worthless clocks he's embarrassed. The senator attempts to help his uncle get back his chair.
  • Citizen Bellows
    E21
    Episode 21Citizen BellowsSenator Smith looks to help out Bellows, a butler, who needs a good reference. Smith isn't aware that Bellows was discharged from his previous job for theft, which puts the senator in a predicament after he hires the man.
  • The Kid From Brooklyn
    E22
    Episode 22The Kid From Brooklyn
  • To Be Or Not To Be
    E23
    Episode 23To Be Or Not To Be
  • High Society
    E24
    Episode 24High Society
Cast of Season 1
  • Fess ParkerEugene Smith
  • Sandra WarnerPat Smith
  • Stan IrwinArnie
  • Red FoleyCooter Smith
 
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