The Jerry Lewis Show
The Jerry Lewis Show

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The Jerry Lewis Show

1963
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

The Jerry Lewis Show is an American variety series hosted by Jerry Lewis that aired on ABC from September 21, 1963 to December 21, 1963. The variety series was originally supposed to be 40 episodes long but only 13 episodes aired due to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Various directors (Variety show format)Genres: Comedy, Variety

Plot Summary

The Jerry Lewis Show was a short-lived American variety television series hosted by comedian Jerry Lewis. Each episode featured Lewis performing comedy sketches, musical numbers, and interacting with celebrity guests. The show aimed to showcase Lewis's unique brand of physical comedy and his versatility as an entertainer.

Critical Reception

The Jerry Lewis Show garnered a mixed-to-negative reception from critics and audiences alike. While some appreciated Lewis's comedic efforts, many found the show's format to be disjointed and Lewis's performance to be overbearing. The program struggled to find a consistent audience and was canceled after only a few weeks on the air.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lewis's comedic energy was undeniable, but often overshadowed the guests and segments.

  • The variety show format felt dated and lacked cohesion.

  • Despite Lewis's star power, the show failed to capture a broad audience.

Google audience: Audience reception for The Jerry Lewis Show was largely lukewarm, with many viewers finding the comedic routines to be hit-or-miss and the overall presentation lacking. Some appreciated Lewis's signature style, but a significant portion of the audience found it to be overly eccentric or simply not very funny.

Fun Fact

The Jerry Lewis Show was produced by Lewis himself through his production company, Jerry Lewis Productions, and was broadcast live, which contributed to some of the show's unpredictable moments.

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