The Astra' Nuts

"The Astra' Nuts" is the twenty-third episode of Season 1. Original Airdate:March 3, 1961

Synopsis
Thinking they are undergoing an examination for insurance, Fred and Barney mistakenly sign up for a three-year stint in the Army! After a tearful goodbye from their wives, the guys enter into the service, where they quickly blunder their way into volunteering for the first lunar-landing mission—after being conned by a Sgt. Bilko-like NCO.

Cultural References

 * This episode parallels the beginning of space exploration in the modern world of the 1960's.
 * The Sgt. is a parody of the Phil Silvers character Sgt. Bilko.

Cast and Credits

 * Credited Animator: Carlo Vinci.

Links

 * Wikipedia Article
 * The Phil Silvers Show