TV series

Top Cat

Name: Top Cat
Released: 1961
Cast: Arnold Stang, Maurice Gosfield, Leo De Lyon, Marvin Kaplan, John Stephenson

1961–1962· 1 seasonTV-G★ 7.6Ended

On ABC — From Hanna-Barbera Cartoons · Screen Gems

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Synopsis

Top Cat, known as T.C. to his alley cat friends, is a mischievous prankster who lives in a trash can in the alley ways of New York City. He and his alley-cat cohorts think of get rich schemes and assorted pranks which are mostly involving and aimed at Officer Dibble, their nemesis and friend. T.C. manages to get out of his tight situations with hilarity and charm and even helps Dibble on occasion who is underscored by his overbearing sergeant...

Themes

cat human animal relationship police surrealism police officer cartoon cat animal human friendship animation new york's alley

Episodes

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E1 Hawaii, Here We ComeNext upSep 27, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
When Benny wins a cruise to Hawaii, Top Cat and the gang decide to accompany him, unaware that a criminal is also on the ship.
Guest stars: Don Messick (Boarding Representative / Crook / Policeman / Passenger / Sailor)
E2 The Maharajah of PookajeeOct 4, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat and the gang try to meet a rich Arabian prince by sneaking into his luxurious hotel guarded by Officer Dibble.
E3 All That JazzOct 11, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
A new cat in town upsets Top Cat when he takes over his pool hall and alley, then steals his girlfriend and his gang.
Guest stars: Daws Butler (A.T), Don Messick (Beau / Narrator / Baseball Announcer / J.C. Crowflies)
E4 The $1,000,000 DerbyOct 18, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat sees dollar signs when Benny's new horse turns into Seabiscuit whenever he hears a whistle.
E5 The Violin PlayerOct 25, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
Benny is offered the chance to perform at a concert hall when a musical director believes he is a great violin player.
E6 The Missing HeirNov 1, 1961 · 30 min
Synopsis
Benny inherits a million dollars.
Guest stars: Paul Frees
E7 Top Cat Falls in LoveNov 8, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
While visiting Benny in the hospital, Top Cat falls in love with the nurse who is looking after him.
Guest stars: Jean Vander Pyl
E8 A Visit from MotherNov 15, 1961 · 26 min · ★ 9.0
Synopsis
When Benny's mom visits, the gang must convince her that her dim-witted son is mayor.
Guest stars: Bea Benaderet (Mrs. Ball (voice))
E9 Naked TownNov 22, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
Some crooks learn that a TV crew is shooting a robbery in the alley.
E10 Sergeant Top CatNov 29, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat becomes Dibble's superior officer when he impresses a police captain during Dibble's annual inspection with new ideas for improving the police force.
E11 Choo-Choo's RomanceDec 6, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat attempts to help Choo Choo with his love life when he falls in love with Goldie, an aristocratic French cat.
Guest stars: Jean Vander Pyl
E12 The UnscratchablesDec 13, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
Benny has swallowed the Hopeless Diamond, and Top Cat and the gang must rescue him before some crooks operate on him.
E13 RafeefleasDec 20, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
TC discovers that Fancy has accidentally given away some expensive jewelry to his new girlfriend.
E14 The TycoonDec 27, 1961 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat becomes the center of attention when it is rumored around the city that he has become a millionaire.
Guest stars: Don Messick (Beau / Narrator / Baseball Announcer / J.C. Crowflies)
E15 The Long Hot WinterJan 3, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat tricks Dibble into letting the cats stay with him for the winter.
E16 The Case of the Absent AnteaterJan 10, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat tries to claim a reward for returning an unusual animal to the zoo when it follows Benny home.
E17 T.C. Minds the BabyJan 17, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat and the gang find a baby abandoned in the alleyway and decide to look after it while they search for its parents.
Guest stars: Jean Vander Pyl
E18 Farewell, Mr. DibbleJan 24, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat and the gang try to get Officer Dibble reinstated when he is replaced by the sergeant's tough nephew.
Guest stars: Don Messick (Beau / Narrator / Baseball Announcer / J.C. Crowflies)
E19 The Grand TourJan 31, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat tries to make some easy money by turning the alley into a tourist attraction.
E20 The Golden FleecingFeb 7, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
When Benny falls for a scheming nightclub singer, Top Cat and the gang try to help him reclaim his lost money.
Guest stars: Bea Benaderet (Julie / Mom (voice)), Sallie Janes
E21 Space MonkeyFeb 14, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat and the gang decide to enlist in the space program when they hear about the luxurious living conditions of Marvo the Chimp, the first monkey in space.
Guest stars: Herb Vigran (Space Shuttle Doctor (voice))
E22 The Late T.C.Feb 21, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
When Officer Dibble accidentally overhears a conversation between Top Cat and his doctor, he believes his friend has only one week left to live.
E23 Dibble's BirthdayFeb 28, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat and the gang decide to throw Officer Dibble a surprise birthday party when they hear that he may be asked to retire from the police force.
Guest stars: Bea Benaderet (Fancy's Girlfriend (voice))
E24 Choo-Choo Goes Ga-GaMar 7, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
TC tries to lift Choo Choo's spirits when a famous feline actress refuses to go on a date with him.
Guest stars: Bea Benaderet (Fifi The Maid (voice)), Jean Vander Pyl (Miss Lola Glamour (voice))
E25 King for a DayMar 14, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat pretends to be a penniless cat so he can appear on a television show that will grant his every wish.
Guest stars: Bea Benaderet (Girl Cat / Receptionist (voice))
E26 The Con MenMar 21, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
TC creates a plan to get even with ruthless con men who tricked his friend out of his life savings.
Guest stars: Paul Frees
E27 Dibble Breaks the RecordMar 28, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
The gang tries to help Officer Dibble to win a competition for the longest time spent on the beat.
Guest stars: Paul Frees
E28 Dibble Sings AgainApr 4, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat tries to make some quick money by promoting Officer Dibble as a great singer.
Guest stars: Bea Benaderet (Receptionist (voice))
E29 GriswaldApr 11, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat vows to get rid of a tough police dog that is helping Officer Dibble clean up the alley.
Guest stars: Don Messick (Beau / Narrator / Baseball Announcer / J.C. Crowflies)
E30 Dibble's DoubleApr 18, 1962 · 26 min
Synopsis
Top Cat agrees to help catch a villainous thief who disguised himself as Officer Dibble to rob an art gallery.
Guest stars: Don Messick (Beau / Narrator / Baseball Announcer / J.C. Crowflies)