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"The Andy Griffith Show" was a TV show that aired from 1960 to 1968. It provided a peaceful escape from the social unrest of the 1960s. The show followed Andy Taylor, a laid-back sheriff in the small town of Mayberry, North Carolina. The only source of trouble was Barney Fife, Andy's excitable deputy, who would often overreact to minor issues. Don Knotts, who played Barney, had previously been on Steve Allen's variety show as the Nervous Man. However, Barney Fife became his breakout role. The show also starred Ronny Howard as Andy's son, Opie. After the series ended, Ron Howard transitioned successfully into adult roles in "American Graffiti" and "Happy Days." However, his most notable accomplishments have been achieved in his role as a director of highly successful films such as "Splash," "Apollo 13," "Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas," and "A Beautiful Mind." Additionally, esteemed individuals who have appeared in the series include Elinor Donahue, who played Andy's girlfriend Ellie Walker and was previously recognized for her portrayal of Betty, the eldest daughter, in "Father Knows Best." Furthermore, Jim Nabors, presenting the character of a gas station attendant named Gomer Pyle, later pursued his own successful series as Gomer joined the Marines in "Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C."

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