 The show was a parody of _"Phil Silvers Show, The" (1955)_ (qv),  with Arnold Stang (qv) imitating Sgt Bilkos voice for the  character of Top Cat. Benny the Ball was voiced by  Maurice Gosfield (qv) who played Pvt Duane Doberman in The Phil  Silvers Show. Benny and Pvt Doberman both shared the same demeanor  and rotund appearance.