Tim Conway’s Rookie Angel Goes Hilariously Wrong, Harvey Korman Can’t Stop Laughing

It’s divine comedy chaos on The Carol Burnett Show, as Tim Conway—dressed as a freshly-winged rookie angel—blows Harvey Korman’s straight-faced composure to smithereens in one of their most gut-busting skits yet. The duo, known for their unbeatable chemistry and on-camera crack-ups, take to the clouds in this unforgettable sketch that’s pure comedic gold.

The setup? Korman plays a seasoned angel who’s just been hit with the bad news: he’s getting a new cloudmate. Enter Conway—lugging heavenly baggage, literally and figuratively—and from the moment he steps off the celestial elevator, it’s pure chaos. Conway begins orbiting Korman like a confused satellite, and you can practically see Korman fighting off laughter with every spin. Spoiler alert: he loses.

Though The Carol Burnett Show wrapped decades ago, moments like these prove its legacy is eternal. These aren’t just skits—they’re comedy masterclasses. And when Tim and Harvey share the screen, it’s not a question of if someone breaks character. It’s when, how hard, and how many takes they needed to film it.

In this clip, Tim’s twitchy, awkward rookie angel tries desperately to follow instructions in the great beyond—but every attempt turns into a holy disaster. From fumbling angelic duties to misinterpreting the simplest heavenly rules, Conway leaves a trail of comedic wreckage, while Harvey desperately tries to hold it together. Spoiler: again, he fails. And we’re all better for it.

Even after all these years, this sketch floats far above the rest. Miss it, and you’ll be the one who’s clouded in regret.

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