16. Don Knotts Left Because Andy Griffith Told Him The Show Wouldn’t Last…
When he first joined the series in 1960, Griffith assured Don Knotts that he only planned to stay for five years. Despite Griffith’s change of heart, Knotts remained convinced that the show would be canceled after season five. That’s why, in 1965, he switched from CBS to Universal.
16. Don Knotts Left Because Andy Griffith Told Him The Show Wouldn’t Last…
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17. Knotts Finally Fought For A Stake Iin The Show
Knotts made one last pitch to continue on the show before embarking on a rich film career. In particular, in the midst of season five, Knotts assured Griffith that he would stay in exchange for stock in the show. Griffith, who held 50% of the rights to the series, refused, and Barney left Mayberry empty-handed.
17. …but Knotts Finally Fought For A Stake In The Show
