This is a classic episode I remember from my childhood, and I've watched it on my DVD version a couple of times since I purchased it with no loss of enjoyment.
Yes, the premise is far-fetched. (Would any parents really be willing to saddle their son with such a middle name just to satisfy all the grandparents?) But, the joy of this episode is in the flashback sequence with each grandparent (and one great-grandparent) making their individual cases for the names they want. As with the very best comedy, the exaggeration only makes the kernel of truth at the bottom of it all that much more relevant.
I'm not sure I would rank this episode in my top five, but that's only because this series is so rich in excellence. It's definitely in the top 20, though.moreless
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Ritchie wonders what the "R" in his middle name stands for (Rosebud) Rob and Laura figure out how to explain how he got Rose Bud for a middle name, it started when Laura tells Rob she is going to have a baby. Ritchie learns he has 7 middle names! (which spell out Rosebud)moreless
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Dick Van Dyke
Rob Petrie
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Mary Tyler Moore
Laura Petrie
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Rose Marie
Sally Rogers
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ADD NOTES- Rosebud spelled out Robert Oscar Sam Edward Benjamin Ulysess David Edit
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ADD QUOTES- Grampa Petrie: "If it's a boy, Ulysses David...........If it's a girl, Ulyssia Davida. (pounds cane on floor) THAT'S IT!" Edit
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ADD ALLUSIONS- The mystery behind the meaning of "Rosebud" is reminiscent of the movie "Citizen Kane," in which Kane whispers "Rosebud" on his deathbed and the meaning of the word is not revealed until the very end of the film. Edit
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