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The Name's the Same

1952TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

The Name's the Same is an American game show that was produced by Goodson-Todman for the ABC television network from December 5, 1951 to August 31, 1954, followed by a run from October 25, 1954 to October 7, 1955. It was alternately sponsored by Swanson and Johnson Wax for the majority of its run. It was also sponsored by the Bendix home appliance division of Avco early in its run, and Clorets and Chicken of the Sea tuna midway through its run. The show's final sponsor, Ralston Purina, also sponsored Ethel and Albert, the program that replaced The Name's the Same on the ABC schedule.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Charles BartonGenres: Comedy, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young man finds himself in possession of a wallet containing a large sum of money and identification belonging to a notorious gangster. He tries to return it but gets caught up in a series of increasingly bizarre and dangerous situations involving the gangster's associates, the police, and a seductive singer. The plot twists and turns as he attempts to clear his name and escape the dangerous predicament.

Critical Reception

The Name's the Same is a lighthearted and often amusing screwball comedy that benefits from its fast-paced plot and a capable cast. While not a groundbreaking film, it effectively delivers on its comedic premise and mystery elements, making it an enjoyable, if somewhat forgettable, cinematic experience of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its comedic timing and entertaining plot.
  • Noted for its well-executed mistaken identity premise.
  • Considered a fun, albeit minor, entry in the comedy-mystery genre.

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Fun Fact

The film's premise of a man inadvertently getting involved with criminals due to mistaken identity was a popular trope in film noir and comedy of the era, though 'The Name's the Same' leans heavily into the comedic side.

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