Instead of taking a large paycheck per episode ($12,500 per week) of
Get Smart (1965), Adams decided to take a smaller salary and 33% share. It paid
off in spades--the show has been running in syndication for
decades.
[interview with Robert DeRossi, 10/27/65] I don't want to change the thinking of the world. My purpose is to make
people laugh . . . It would be hypocritical if I said I don't want
recognition, but I've never wanted it terribly. I think I'm being
honest when I say I'd rather turn my talents, whatever they are, to
writing and directing.
ट्रेडमार्क
His "Maxwell Smart" catchphrases "Would you believe...?", "Sorry About that, Chief.", "And...loving it." and "Missed it by THAT much."
