The Rumor After Barney sees Andy and Helen kissing in a jewelery store, he becomes convinced they are secretly engaged and decides to throw a surprise engagement party, much to the chagrin of the un-engaged Andy and Helen. Details Casts Title The Rumor Genres Comedy Family Release Date 1964-04-27 Episode Runtime 00 Hours 25 Minutes Season Number 4 Episode Number 29 Production Companies CBS, Danny Thomas Enterprises, Mayberry Enterprises Andy Griffith Andy Taylor Ron Howard Opie Taylor Frances Bavier Aunt Bee Taylor Don Knotts Barney Fife