The Colgate Comedy Hour

The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950-1955)

EndedVariety showComedy, Music

The Colgate Comedy Hour was an American comedy-musical variety series that aired live on NBC from 1950 to 1955. The show used notable comedians and entertainers of the era as guest hosts and was scheduled against Ed Sullivan's Toast of the Town on CBS. Broadcast live Sunday evenings, the series featured many top names in vaudeville, theater, radio and film, and as well was the first starring vehicle for many performers turning to television. The Colgate Comedy Hour, a true variety show, offered music, burlesque, opera and night club comedy segments.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E11Dec 18, 1955Dec 18, 1955
S06E08Nov 20, 1955Nov 20, 1955
S06E05Oct 23, 1955Oct 23, 1955
S06E03Oct 2, 1955Oct 2, 1955
S06E02Jerry Lewis & Dean MartinSep 25, 1955
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