Includes six all-time favorite episodes on one DVD! This weekly variety program ran for over 20 years and showcased the remarkable talents of the host, Red Skelton, and his numerous guests from the stage and screen. Classic characters created by Skelton that were weekly staples on the show included Freddie the Freeloader, Clem Kadiddlehopper, Col. San Fernando Red, Sheriff Deadeye and Cauliflower McPugg. Skelton shared the stage with such classic stars as Vincent Price, Peter Lorre, Jerry Lewis, Martha Raye, Jackie Coogan and Boris Karloff. An illustrious roster of writers for the show included the inimitable Johnny Carson. The format for the show was a comedy breakthrough that set the groundwork for future shows including "Laugh-in" and "Saturday Night Live"
Specifications:
- DVD, Region 1, NTSC
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