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A comedy-themed variety show, hosted by the popular comedian Red Skelton. It run with no interruption from 1951 to 1971. From 1956 to 1962, the show's head writer was Sherwood Schwartz, who had previous experience as a comedy writer for Bob Hope's radio show. During the 1960s, the show had its own regular cast of singers and dancers. Guests of the show included then-popular bands, such as the Beach Boys (in their network television debut), The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, and The Supremes. By the early 1970s, the program was thought to appeal primarily to older audiences and to residents of rural regions. It was canceled, as the network wanted something that would attract an urban audience.
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Episode 1
Mon, Sep 14, 197030 mins
Introduction by Spiro Agnew. Dr. Ludwig Von Humperdoo mad scientist plans to destroy the world. Robin Wilson sings "For Once in My Life" W.C. Fields impersonation in jailhouse. Silent Spot w/ Jerry Lewis in the Greatest Magic Act.





