The story begins after the opening theme song, coinciding with the moment Jed struck oil in his lake. A simple Ozark family finds itself uprooted and transplanted to Beverly Hills when valuable oil is discovered on their land – an estimated…

Life in Beverly Hills proved something of an adjustment for the Clampetts as they began to make their new house a home. They were still getting used to modern conveniences like refrigerators and ovens, and even the swimming pool – which Gra…

Refining the Clampetts’ manners proves a considerably greater challenge for Jane Hathaway than she initially anticipated, and Pearl Bodine continues her determined pursuit of Mr. Brewster's regard.

Mr. Drysdale was thrown into a state of considerable distress by his wife’s unexpected return from Boston, fearing she would encounter the Clampetts. He instructed Miss Hathaway to devise a scheme to lure the family away to Palm Springs. Si…

Following Mr. Drysdale’s suggestion that he invest wisely, Jed bought cows, pigs, and chickens with the intention of raising them. Meanwhile, Granny began preparing her signature restorative mash, hoping to aid Mrs. Drysdale's struggle with…

Granny longed to return home, feeling isolated by the townspeople’s coldness and the absence of visitors. Jed persuaded her they should extend some courtesy themselves, and together they discovered that a simple gesture could transform perc…

Elly May began wearing dresses, yet bristled when complimented on resembling a city woman. Meanwhile, Mr. Drysdale persuaded Jed to welcome Ravenswood, his former butler, and Marie, the upstairs maid, into their home – a scheme intended to …

Pearl remained relentlessly attentive to Mr. Brewster, while Jasper Depew made his suit for Jethrine’s affections. Jed, meanwhile, attempted to secure a place for Jethro at a prestigious elementary school in Beverly Hills. The headmistress …

Confusion arose when the privileged college student, Sonny Drysdale, tried to court Elly May, ultimately retreating to his mother’s side. Hoping to mend any ruffled feelings, Granny and Jed extended a Thanksgiving invitation to the Drysdale…

Sonny Drysdale, seized by an ambition bordering on the absurd, declared himself ready to play Pygmalion, determined to transform Elly May from a country girl into a lady of refinement. Simultaneously, Granny was busy preparing potent love c…

When Sonny Drysdale pledged to give Elly May a ring, Granny interpreted it as a proposal and eagerly began playing matchmaker. Cousin Pearl, unable to bear the thought of Elly May marrying before Jethrine, took matters into her own hands an…

The Clampetts were deeply incensed when Sonny Drysdale rejected Elly May, and swiftly began a feud with the Drysdales to defend their family’s honor. When Jed went to the Commerce Bank to speak with Mr. Drysdale, he was mistakenly believed …

For the first time ever, the Clampetts boarded an airplane, eager to return home for Christmas and visit their cousin Pearl. Pearl, meanwhile, was bustling about preparing a grand feast, hoping to capture the affections of Mr. Brewster, who…

Returned home for Christmas, Elly May rediscovered a familiar comfort among her animal companions. Pearl accompanied the screening of the "new" film – a silent adaptation of *Ben Hur* – playing the piano in an attempt to capture Mr. Brewste…

Mr. Brewster harbored no desire for marriage, yet everyone throughout the county knew Cousin Pearl had long held her hopes on him. Jed devised a scheme to spare Pearl embarrassment: he would orchestrate a public proposal from Mr. Brewster, …

With their return to Beverly Hills imminent, Jethrine attempted to include Jazzbo Depew amongst their belongings. Meanwhile, Elly bid farewell to her beloved animals. Upon arriving back in California, Miss Hathaway prepared a suitable appea…

A simmering feud between Granny and Cousin Pearl regarding household duties and meal preparation had left Jed in the unenviable position of referee. To diffuse the tension, he devised a plan: a leisurely drive through the opulent streets of…

With Mrs. Drysdale departing for a health retreat, she remarked that Mr. Drysdale would likely have a new wife upon her return. Subsequently, Mr. Drysdale confided in Cousin Pearl his desire for her to serve as his housekeeper. This, howeve…

The distinctive tones of Pearl’s yodeling practice often draw responses, attracting everything from local wildlife to the attention of the police.

Two of Pearl’s most devoted former admirers arrived to see her in Beverly Hills. She anticipated a proposal, fueled by a letter hinting at such an occasion. However, the gentlemen had been referring to a concert they were performing nearby,…

Grandmother couldn’t bear Pearl’s yodeling and reported her to the authorities. As an officer led Pearl out to the patrol car, Grandmother believed she had caused her granddaughter distress and was overcome with sadness and regret. Simultan…

Granny says that both Jed and his dog, Duke, find themselves without a woman’s company. Then, a Frenchwoman, Mademoiselle Denise, arrives with her poodle, intending to breed it with Mrs. Drysdale’s dog. Immediately, Duke is captivated by th…

The charlatan Harry Jones, posing as a familiar face, presented Jed with what appeared to be a remarkable deal: the sale of Griffith Park, the Hollywood Bowl, and even the freeway itself – an offer aimed at the wealthy millionaire.

Challenged to a skeet shoot by rival banker Bill Hacker, Mr. Drysdale found himself compelled to recruit Jed’s exceptional marksmanship – elevating him to the position of bank vice president. However, when Hacker discovered this arrangement…

Mrs. Drysdale was determined to have the Clampetts gone before Mrs. Smith-Standish, the formidable president of a prestigious historical society, made her appearance. However, Smith-Standish unexpectedly visited the Clampetts first and foun…

Pearl felt their family deserved a place among the established elite, now that their ancestry traced back to one of America’s earliest families—those who had arrived on the Mayflower. She visited a fashionable salon and returned speaking Fr…

Miss Hathaway’s exceptionally clever, though somewhat dowdy, bank protégé Gloria (played by Lola Albright) harbors a decidedly more calculating nature, her gaze fixed on Jed’s considerable fortune of $34 million. Unbeknownst to her, Jed has…

A federal tax inspector found himself abruptly dismissed by Granny, his inquiries cut short with surprising force. Later, Mr. Drysdale recounted the improbable tale of the Clampett family’s sudden wealth and their relocation to Beverly Hill…

Having played a round of golf with Jethro, Los Angeles Dodgers coach Leo Durocher was so impressed by his throwing ability that he resolved to sign him as a pitcher.

Miss Denise returned, anticipating both the arrival of her dog’s pups and a visit with Jed. They enjoyed some gentle courtship, but Mrs. Drysdale found little to celebrate when she observed that the puppies bore a striking resemblance to Du…

Determined to lift his grandmother’s spirits, Jed planned a gathering and extended an invitation to the Drysdales. Mr. Drysdale's employer, having heard tales of their refinement, expressed a desire to attend and make their acquaintance. Th…

James and Mabel Johnson reversed their car into the Clampetts’ vehicle outside the Commerce Bank. Once they learned of the Clampetts’ wealth, they fabricated injuries and filed a lawsuit. However, as the trial progressed, their account bega…

To graduate from the fifth grade, Jethro required a health certificate, necessitating a visit to the only doctor familiar to the Clampetts – Mrs. Drysdale’s psychiatrist. Dr. Twombly soon found himself in over his head with young Jethro as …

At long last, Jethro received his official clearance from Dr. Twombly, allowing him to graduate fifth grade. The psychiatrist displayed considerable fascination with Granny’s traditional cures for common illnesses. Just as Drysdale escorted…

With Miss Hathaway unwell and Mr. Drysdale obliged to attend a conference, Jed stepped in to manage the bank, appointing Elly as his secretary. Jethro, meanwhile, unearthed a speech which Mr. Drysdale inadvertently delivered instead of his …

Jethro arrived one day with a school acquaintance, Armstrong Dueser McHugh III, whose family employed a chauffeur who seemed to believe him delicate. The Clampetts, however, quickly recognized the boy's true spirit, offering him genuine com…