The series stars Don Rickles, Louise Sorel, Erin Moran, Robert Hogan, and Joyce Van Patten.

[3] It shares the same title as a short-lived variety series that Rickles had headlined on ABC in 1968.

The Don Rickles Show focused on an advertising agency executive, and his "life and endless problems" with his job and his family.

[2] Don Robinson, the main character, encountered difficulties both at work and at home.

His battles apparently did not appeal to audiences, leading to the series's four-month run.