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The Devil vs. the Anderson family... *** This review may contain spoilers *** This review is for a Father Knows Best episode that seems to be a point of contention concerning the film, "Alias Nick Beal" and needs clearing up, as follows... Real name: "Mr. Beal Meets his Match." This is a favorite episode that just aired yesterday (01/15//13) on AntennaTV. It is another of the morality tales that Father Knows Best is so famously known for, with the Andersons actually taking on the Devil and becoming triumphant by the end of the 30 minutes they had to deal with him! There seems to be some controversy on who played the Devil. It is listed here on IMDb as John Williams and NOT listed in Ray Millands' credits. It was listed on the TV credits after the show as being John Williams. It also was listed as being John Williams on the OFFICIAL Father Knows Best website in two places, as being him in the episode listing and in the pdf file that houses the 'actual' script synopsis written at the time with the players listed and all in the old typewriter type, the episode is #111 and is in the fourth season. It is mistakenly listed as being Ray Milland on the Wikipedia website, Mr. Milland did play a Devil's character named NICK Beal in a 1949 movie, "Alias Nick Beal" unconnected to FKB. But our character here is named HARRY Beal, so it is not Mr. Milland reprising his old movie roll as has been suggested on these threads. I'm sure anyone who loves FKB as I and many others do love to get their trivia facts straight as it might come in handy if we ever got on Jeopardy! Also the DVD's of FKB is out on Netflix for renting, they have seasons one thru four, the 4th season (the one we are discussing here) is out and is in my saved NetFlix queue. So any doubts can be erased when personally viewing this episode and seeing John Williams as the Devil. John Williams by the way, played Audrey Hepburns chauffeur father, Thomas Fairchild in 1954's "Sabrina" for anyone wanting to compare him against Harry Beal in FKB. (Interesting note that Mr. Williams and Mr. Milland played together in a fantastic film "Dial M for Murder".) Also you can rent FKB to watch online at Amazon. I haven't looked yet but there may even be some episodes on Hulu or YouTube that could satisfy anyone interested in getting facts earlier than the DVD release. Hope this helps! UPDATE: This episode will be airing again May 30, 2013 on AntennaTV at 1:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. UPDATE: This episode aired today as had been previously noted and I watched it again, it IS John Williams who plays the Devil and it ends with him on a branch outside Jim and Margrets bedroom window and crashing to the ground when he realizes he has 'lost' because Margret will not let Jim go. I hope this correction has been helpful to those faithful to fact. LOL

Funny, and committed to a fun time with actors blazing their talents without a care in the world other than entertainment for entertainments' sake. Sometimes that is all that is needed when you are down, I have been down and this has lifted me up again (& again)... this movie has been a mainstay in my collection of movies to look to for a good time and has never let me down. Good Job! Look for an early play by Charlize Theron and don't forget to look for who is now George Stephanopolous' wife as the bitter Fiancée. And Thanks for many a night of joy and happiness ( since I watch it over and over again!) So, thanks!

Real name: "Mr. Beal Meets his Match." This is a favorite episode that just aired yesterday (01/15//13) on AntennaTV. It is another of the morality tales that FKB is so famously known for, with the Andersons actually taking on the Devil and becoming triumphant by the end of the 30 minutes they had to deal with him! There seems to be some controversy on who played the Devil. It is listed here on IMDb as John Williams and NOT listed in Ray Millands' credits. It was listed on the TV credits after the show as being John Williams. It also was listed as being John Williams on the OFFICIAL Father Knows Best website in two places, as being him in the episode listing and in the pdf file that houses the actual script synopsis written at the time with the players listed and all in the old typewriter type, the episode is #111 and is in the fourth season. It is mistakenly listed as being Ray Milland on the Wikipedia website, Mr. Milland did play a Devil's character named NICK Beal in a 1949 movie, unconnected to FKB. But our character here is named HARRY Beal, so it is not Mr. Milland reprising his old movie roll as has been suggested on these threads. I'm sure anyone who loves FKB as I and many others do love to get their trivia facts straight as it might come in handy if we ever got on Jeopardy! Also the DVD's of FKB is out on Netflix for renting, they have seasons one thru four, the 4th season (the one we are discussing here) is out and is in my saved NetFlix queue. So any doubts can be erased when personally viewing this episode and seeing John Williams as the Devil. John Williams by the way, played Audrey Hepburns chauffeur father, Thomas Fairchild in 1954's "Sabrina" for anyone wanting to compare him against Harry Beal in FNB. (Interesting note that Mr. Williams and Mr. Milland played together in a fantastic film "Dial M for Murder".) Also you can rent FKB to watch online at Amazon. I haven't looked yet but there may even be some episodes on Hulu or YouTube that could satisfy anyone interested in getting facts earlier than the DVD release. Hope this helps! UPDATE: This episode will be airing again May 30, 2013 on AntennaTV at 1:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. UPDATE: This episode aired today as had been previously noted and I watched it again, it IS John Williams who plays the Devil and it ends with him on a branch outside Jim and Margrets bedroom window and crashing to the ground when he realizes he has 'lost' because Margret will not let Jim go.

Most future traveling movies have so many plot holes it is impossible to enjoy after 30. (minutes). This was glossy and effective, with good acting (especially by the kid) everyone looked great (Blunt as a blonde is an admirable choice) plenty of bullets, modern vehicles and sympathetic emotions. A bit of Bladerunner, lots o' Terminator and just a touch of HDatMM. (Only true movie watchers will get the eye drop thing). If there is a future we are all rushing toward, pray it isn't this one. But, if it is keep your ballebusses and gats close and handy. And don't forget to vote. Bring on the popcorn and beer, a fest for a weekend watch.