The Danny Thomas Hour
The Danny Thomas Hour is an American anthology television series that was broadcast on NBC during the 1967-68 television season.
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Plot Summary
The Danny Thomas Hour was a short-lived variety show that aired during the 1967-1968 television season. Each episode featured comedian Danny Thomas hosting a collection of musical performances, comedy sketches, and interviews with a wide array of celebrity guests. The show aimed to provide a classic variety program format for viewers.
Critical Reception
The series was not critically acclaimed and is largely forgotten today, struggling to find an audience against established competition. It was canceled after a single season.
What Reviewers Say
- Lacked a clear identity beyond Danny Thomas's presence.
- Suffered from inconsistent guest stars and sketch quality.
- Felt like a relic of a bygone television era.
Google audience: Audience reception was lukewarm at best, with many likely tuning in out of loyalty to Thomas rather than the show's format itself. It failed to capture a significant modern audience.
Fun Fact
This variety show was an attempt by Danny Thomas to return to a starring role in television after the long success of his sitcom 'The Danny Thomas Show' (also known as 'Make Room for Daddy').
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