
Mayberry native Gomer Pyle joins the U.S. Marine Corps and is stationed at Camp Henderson, Calif., reporting to drill sergeant Vince Carter.

After Carter scratches a parked car and offers to pay for it, the owner shows up with a demolished fender.

When Sgt. Carter goes to meet his date, he gives Gomer a lift.

Gomer and Carter find themselves involved as unwitting accomplices in a unique robbery situation.

Carter tries to make Gomer's "last days" as comfortable as possible.