1976-1977
Developed by Norman Lear this part parody and part soap starred Louise Lasser as a Fernwood, Ohio housewife who lived in a world of complete chaos. The program debuted on January 12th, 1976. Other regulars were Greg Mullavey who portrayed her husband, Tom Hartman, Dody Goodman, Philip Burns, Mary Kay Place, Graham Jarvis, and Debralee Scott.
Ted Knight is roasted by three of his costars on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show"-Ed Asner, Georgia Engel and Gavin MacLeod. Also on the dais: James Stewart, Harvey Korman, Dr. Renee Richards, Orson Welles, Jimmie Walker, Paul Williams, Jack Carter, Jackie Mason, Julie McWhirter, LaWanda Page, Red Buttons, Foster Brooks and Kelly Monteith.
Dupe Of # 2125.
1974-1979
Created and hosted by Allen Funt. A unique and hilarious human interest show in which people were filmed by a hidden camera, caught in the act of being themselves. Hosted by Allen Funt.
Jo-Ann Pflug is the co-host.
Bob Hope's guests are Lucille Ball, Bernadette Peters, Ben Vereen, Jimmie Walker, The Captain & Tenille, Jack Albertson and introducing Vivian Reed of Broadway's "Bubbling Brown Sugar."
Bob Hope's guests are Lucille Ball, Bernadette Peters, Ben Vereen, Jimmie Walker, The Captain & Tenille, Jack Albertson and introducing Vivian Reed of Broadway's "Bubbling Brown Sugar."
Dupe Of # 6787.
Bob Hope's guests are Lucille Ball, Bernadette Peters, Ben Vereen, Jimmie Walker, The Captain & Tenille, Jack Albertson and introducing Vivian Reed of Broadway's "Bubbling Brown Sugar."
Duplicate of #6787.
Comedy special hosted by comedian Alan King.
Theme of this broadcast is spoofing great American hassles.
King sets the tone in satirical monologues on automobile recalls, junk mail, and TV schedule changes. There are numerous skits with guest stars.
This is Alan King's ninth of twelve specials he did for ABC and NBC during a period of twelve consecutive years
(April 9, 1968 - November 26, 1980).
Dupe of # 5025
Produced in 1977 for Chicago Public Television, this ten week series concentrates on the comedy genius of Ernie Kovacs, based on his ABC specials. Hosted by Chevy Chase. {Debut}
Produced in 1977 for Chicago Public Television, this ten week series concentrates on the comedy genius of Ernie Kovacs, based on his ABC specials. Hosted by Chevy Chase.
Peter Marshall is roasted by host Dean Martin and a panel of celebrities including Red Buttons, Foster Brooks, Rip Taylor, Orson Welles, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Vincent Price, Karen Valentine, Paul Lynde, Jimmie Walker, Jack Carter, Jackie Gayle, Rose Marie, Joey Bishop and Wayland and Madame.
Dupe Of # 2128.
Totie Fields returns to show business following surgery to remove a blood clot from her leg. Many celebrities are on hand at the Sahara Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.
September 15th, 1977- January 26th, 1978.
Series Premiere Episode.
An hour-long comedy/variety show hosted by Redd Foxx.
15 broadcasts: 1977 - Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 20, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, 1978 - Jan. 5, 12, 26.
Pre-empted Oct. 13, 27, Jan. 19, 1978. Re-run Dec. 29 (Sept. 29).
After Redd Foxx quit Sanford And Son after only four years, that made him rich, famous and so successful he elected to do this short lived TV variety show (16 broadcasts). Despite good critical ratings ABC TV dropped the show. It was disappointing to Foxx fans for this show provided a venue that allowed Redd to show off his talent and charm and charisma.
Red Foxx He was a pioneer for young black comics. If you ask any one of them Richard Pryor or Eddie Murphy who their idols were they would probably say Redd Foxx.
Many rare moments did occur on the show such as when the great Joe Louis guested on the third show (9/29/77). In a comedy routine Louis made out like he was going to box Redd. They called it "The Brown Bomber versus The Redd Target"
NOTE: To date only four of this series video taped episodes are extant. Three are archived at The Paley Center for Media (Oct. 4, Nov. 17, and Dec. 20, 1977. No episodes are in the archives of The Library of Congress or at UCLA Film & Television Museum.
One complete episode has been uploaded to You tube (Jan. 5, 1978).
September 15th, 1977- January 26th, 1978.
An hour-long comedy/variety show hosted by Redd Foxx.
15 broadcasts: 1977 - Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 20, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, 1978 - Jan. 5, 12, 26.
Pre-empted Oct. 13, 27, Jan. 19, 1978. Re-run Dec. 29 (Sept. 29).
After Redd Foxx quit Sanford And Son after only four years, that made him rich, famous and so successful he elected to do this short lived TV variety show (16 broadcasts). Despite good critical ratings ABC TV dropped the show. It was disappointing to Foxx fans for this show provided a venue that allowed Redd to show off his talent and charm and charisma.
Red Foxx He was a pioneer for young black comics. If you ask any one of them Richard Pryor or Eddie Murphy who their idols were they would probably say Redd Foxx.
Many rare moments did occur on the show such as when the great Joe Louis guested on the third show (9/29/77). In a comedy routine Louis made out like he was going to box Redd. They called it "The Brown Bomber versus The Redd Target"
NOTE: To date only four of this series video taped episodes are extant. Three are archived at The Paley Center for Media (Oct. 4, Nov. 17, and Dec. 20, 1977. No episodes are in the archives of The Library of Congress or at UCLA Film & Television Museum.
One complete episode has been uploaded to You tube (Jan. 5, 1978).
1975-
A long-running freewheeling comedy/variety show introducing many of today's top show business stars.
It replaced reruns of the Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson.
George Carlin served as the show's first guest host. Except for a five-year absence from 1980-1985, Lorne Michaels has served as the show's producer since its debut in 1975.
Guest Host: Madeline Kahn. Guest: Taj Mahal. Regulars include Chevy Chase, Dan Ackroyd, Gilda Radner, and John Belushi.
A spoof of over-blown, over-hyped, pretentious "Big Event Television Specials."
Gabriel Kaplan, star of "Welcome Back Kotter" hosts his first prime time special. Comedy highlights include: "Battle of the Celebrity Relatives," and "National Chauvinist Dating Contest."
Host Richard Dawson takes a light look at fads from the marathon-dancing and flagpole-sitting of the 20's to more recent crazes over hula-hoops, frisbee, and, the movie "Jaws."
First telecast in 1975. Telecast as an ABC THURSDAY NIGHT SPECIAL.
Lucille Ball is joined by Gale Gordon, Vivian Vance, and President Jimmy Carter on this comedy special. Lucille plays Lucy Whittaker who decides to call President Jimmy Carter during his weekly radio show. The President tells Lucy he will be in her area and visits her for dinner.
NBC presented six specials, aired at different times, the first broadcast February 7, 1978. Other broadcasts aired include August 8 & 16, 1978. Not widely referenced or remembered.
Familiar faces join forces with newcomers in this comedy hour, still being edited at press time. In sketches, Milton Berle, Red Buttons, Martha Raye and Lloyd Nolan depict life aboard a cruise ship; and Connie Stevens interviews George Washington's brother (Will Geer) and Abraham Lincoln's brother (Robert Guillaume). Also: skits, monologues and blackouts with stand-up comics Skip Stephenson and Tom Dreesen, Rose Marie, Marcia Wallace.
NBC presented six specials, aired at different times, the first broadcast February 7, 1978. Other broadcasts aired include August 8 & 16, 1978. Not widely referenced or remembered.
Familiar faces join forces with newcomers in this comedy hour, still being edited at press time. In sketches, Milton Berle, Red Buttons, Martha Raye and Lloyd Nolan depict life aboard a cruise ship; and Connie Stevens interviews George Washington's brother (Will Geer) and Abraham Lincoln's brother (Robert Guillaume). Also: skits, monologues and blackouts with stand-up comics Skip Stephenson and Tom Dreesen, Rose Marie, Marcia Wallace.
Duplicate of 6708.
1975-
A long-running freewheeling comedy/variety show introducing many of today's top show business stars.
It replaced reruns of the Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson.
George Carlin served as the show's first guest host. Except for a five-year absence from 1980-1985, Lorne Michaels has served as the show's producer since its debut in 1975.
Regulars include Chevy Chase, Dan Ackroyd, Gilda Radner, and John Belushi.
Host: Chevy Chase. Guest: Billy Joel.
1977-1980 (Syndicated). Documentary Series consisting of 20th Century-Fox movie clips. Tom Bosley narrates.
"Funny You Should Say That." A collection of the best one-liners from the movies, including highlights from the films "Young Frankenstein," "Flying Deuces," "The Graduate," and "A Night in Casablanca."
NBC presented six specials, aired at different times, the first broadcast February 7, 1978. Other broadcasts aired include August 8 & 16, 1978. Not widely referenced or remembered.
Performers featured in sketches and blackouts include Jack Albertson, John Ritter, Arte Johnson, Barbara Eden, Martha Raye, Georgia Engel, Gabriel Melgar, Frank Gorshin, comics Tom Dreesen and Jackie Dayle, and actresses Kim Fields and Maureen Murphy. Cameo appearances by Milton Berle, Marcia Wallace, Billy Barty, comic Jay Leno.
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