Dick Van Dyke is a living legend. The 94-year-old famously acted in comedy sketch series and game shows, but he also starred in Broadway hits like Bye Bye Birdie and famous films like Mary Poppins. Van Dyke has given fans decades of quality entertainment with his acting, singing, dancing, writing, and comedy.
There is no shortage of Dick Van Dyke's work on Amazon Prime. Members can access some of his best films and television programs for free or view others at an additional charge.
Never a Dull Moment (1968): 6.2
Never a Dull Moment (not to be confused with the 1950 film of the same name) is a cat-and-mouse adventure in which Dick Van Dyke is Jack Albany, a famous actor. Albany plays gangsters on television and is mistaken for one in real life.
He gets stuck trying to escape a heist when a mob boss hires him to pull it off. The film requires an added rental or purchase fee, and although it is a Disney film, it's not on Disney+ at present.
Divorce American Style (1967): 6.3
Divorce American Style (1967) is a great way for Norman Lear fans to see his work on a feature film. Lear produced this satirical movie starring Dick Van Dyke and Debbie Reynolds. It is a scandalous love triangle in which Richard (Van Dyke) and Barbara (Reynolds) have reached a crossroads in their marriage and are introduced to divorce as a serious option. As they become entangled with another couple, Richard and Barbara ponder whether divorce is truly better than marriage. The movie is not free but can be rented or purchased on Prime.
Bye Bye Birdie (1963): 6.6
Taking after Elvis Presley, Conrad Birdie (played by Jesse Pearson) is a rock singer who gets drafted in the late 1950s. Dick Van Dyke plays the central character, Albert F. Peterson, in the original 1960 stage performance and in the 1963 film version of Bye Bye Birdie. Albert is a poet stepping into the music business after writing one of Conrad's hits. The rock star's visit shakes up the town of Sweet Apple, Ohio. The movie, also starring Janet Leigh, is one of Dick Van Dyke's top titles on Prime, but it is only viewable by rental or purchase.
Fitzwilly (1967): 6.7
This unexpected item is an opportunity to see Dick Van Dyke as a dashing butler, Mr. Fitzwilliam, also known as "Fitzwilly." He works for a wealthy philanthropist whose family runs out of money. In the creative 1967 film, Fitzwilly goes to unbelievable measures to fuel the family's way of life. The film is free for subscribers.
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968): 6.9
For free on Prime, watch Dick Van Dyke play a kooky inventor named Caractacus Potts. The 1968 film reveals a flying car, a baron who kidnaps the car, and children who need to be rescued from the sinister baron. The fantastical film is a piece of history which shows off Van Dyke's hilarity and ability to play any character convincingly.
Mary Poppins (1964): 7.8
Most likely because of Disney+, Mary Poppins is not free on Amazon Prime. However, the streaming service does offer the fiftieth anniversary edition as a $3.99 rental. It is $14.99 to purchase. The rental fee might be a good option for those who do not have Disney+. Everyone loves watching Dick Van Dyke as Bert, the charming chimney sweep who makes Mary blush. The legacy of this 1964 film is incredible, and its recent sequel is on Prime only for purchase (Dick Van Dyke makes a cameo).
The Dick Van Dyke Show: Now in Living Color!: 7.4
A few years ago, Carl Reiner consented to having two episodes of The Dick Van Dyke Show colorized. The project was titled The Dick Van Dyke Show: Now in Living Color! and is dated as a 2017 project.
Amazon Prime now offers the special as a tribute to Emmy award winner Carl Reiner, who passed away in June 2020. Reiner created, produced, and wrote for The Dick Van Dyke Show in addition to playing Alan Brady. Viewing the tribute special requires a seven-day trial of CBS All Access, so don't forget to cancel at the end.
The Dick Van Dyke Show: 8.3
The Dick Van Dyke show is a staple of vintage television. Van Dyke plays a television writer named Rob Petrie, Mary Tyler Moore plays his wife, Laura, and Larry Mathews plays their only son, Ritchie. The black and white sitcom has been making fans laugh for years. It originally ran from 1961-1966, and all five seasons are free with ads on Amazon Prime.
Wait for Your Laugh (2017): 8.3
Wait for Your Laugh is a 2017 documentary project that fans of The Dick Van Dyke Show need to see. It is all about Rose Marie, the actress who played Sally Rogers on the hit sitcom. Amazon's description reads, "Rose Marie, the untold story of fame, love, tragedy, and 90 years of American entertainment through the eyes of the woman who did it all." The documentary film features reflections from Rose Marie, Carl Reiner, Dick Van Dyke, and others. It is free to subscribers.
The Carol Burnett Show: 8.8
Amazon Prime has no shortage of The Carol Burnett Show, which originally ran from 1967 to 1978. Carol Burnett is a comedy legend, but her ensemble cast was equally important to the show's success. Dick Van Dyke was in eleven episodes of the sketch show in 1977, not long before its conclusion. He added so much to his scenes, even pantomiming and singing at times. All eleven seasons of the show are free to Prime members, and there are also lost episodes and "best of" collections available.