Episode Detail: Jackie Gleason: The Great One - Biography
A profile of Jackie Gleason (1916-87) recalls how “The Great One” rose from a tough Brooklyn childhood to become a comic genius and creator of one of TV's most beloved characters, Ralph Kramden of “The Honeymooners.” Among those commenting are Steve Allen, Joyce Randolph, Jayne Meadows, Milton Berle, June Taylor, Neil Simon and Anthony Quinn. Narrator: Harry Smith.