There were dozens of Xmas specials. It seemed so comforting to me that the characters in all of these shows had their Christmases as well-including their own special mishaps-that often accompany the season on TV. Christmas Special, Billy Christmas Episodes, Rudolph He left The Times in 2016.

The epics then, were just that, huge movies with a larger than life lineup of stars.

I was a huge fan of "Supercar", so I was definitely into shows acted by marionettes.

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There was a marionette, or puppeted version of "Rudolph, the Red Nosed Reindeer" as well.
Show Moments. Where to vote. Old Magoo, is perfect as the visually impaired Christmas curmudgeon with all the Jim Backus (the voice of Mr. Magoo) growl and "hrrrumph" one would expect from the lovable old character. Morning Shows / Video Vault / Classic Christmas Specials / Fabulous Fifties / Unseen I can recall "The Night Before Christmas" and "Rip Van Winkle" as two of these productions, and I would love to see these again! Andy’s ice cream smooth tenor vocals made so many holiday tunes classics that will be enjoyed forever.

Christmas Jukebox. Mauris viverra, urna et porta sagittis, lorem diam dapibus diam, et lacinia libero quam id risus. 1970s & 80s TV Christmas Shows. The one I remember the most is "King of Kings" with Jeffrey Hunter.

TV Christmas Specials, Judy Garland With legends like Dean Martin, Andy Williams, Sonny and Cher, The Carpenters, Donny and Marie, Barbara Mandrell and The Mandrell Sisters, Glen Campbell, Captain and Tennille -- even The Muppets. I also liked "Barrabas" with Anthony Quinn, and "The Greatest Story Ever Told" was a pure star-studded classic with Max Von Sydow as Jesus. Rewinding the clock a bit, we find two Rankin/Bass specials and an Emmy-winning cartoon in 1974. Sometimes the holiday specials were great (ex. Carpe diem is her fave quote, get out there and seize the day!

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Take for instance… There was the choice of Bob Hope or C-3PO. Once a holiday staple — the same week in 1973, easy-listening stars Como and Andy Williams each drew more than 40% of the TV audience with their respective Christmas shows — the format has lately proved about as popular as sour eggnog. Endorsements. Which one would you have... A Charlie Brown Christmas (CBS) The Bob Hope Christmas Show (NBC) Davey and Goliath: Christmas Lost and Found (Syndicated) Now this is what we call variety. Scott Collins is a former staff reporter for the Calendar section of the Los Angeles Times. These were very odd, but highly entertaining. Singer and actor Glen Campbell had his Goodtime Hour, country music had Hee Haw, the hippies had psychedelic fun with Laugh-In, rock music had Midnight Special, pop music had The Captain and Tennille along with comedy provided by Flip Wilson in his variety show. “Holidate” knows it’s hitting every branch as it falls down the cliché tree. Ghost & Mrs. Muir Christmas Episode. 1970s & 80s TV Christmas Shows. “Because of this fragmentation we haven’t been able to develop stars with extremely broad appeal who could carry a Christmas special,” Brooks said. Hot Wheels, Superballs, Frisbees, Spirograph, Little Chatty Kathy, E-Z-Bake Oven, GI Joe, Rock 'em Sock 'em Robots, Barrel of Monkeys, Creepy Crawlers, Johnny Seven OMA rifle, and Etch-A-Sketch were all hot gifts for kids at Christmas in the 1960s. They had popular celebrity guests on every week, even The Muppets had their own variety show with star-studded guests. /* new computer 600-160 */ Christmas on TV in 1988. You had Frosty, Rudolph, Snoopy and the Grinch. Dec 29, 2018 - TV shows of the 50's, 60's & early 70's Christmas episodes. google_ad_height = 280; Outer space, adorable dogs or Muppets? See more ideas about Christmas episodes, Vintage tv, Christmas shows.

Iconic horror actor Lon Chaney Jr. played one of the scariest villains on The Rifleman, Perry Mason's lone Halloween episode showcases loads of classic horror talent, Do Not Sell My Information – CA Residents. What’s on TV Wednesday, Oct. 28: ‘American Housewife’ returns on ABC; ‘Martha Knows Best’ on HGTV; ‘black-ish’ on ABC. If this is not your location. In 2003, VH1 aired “A Kid Rock Christmas” — whose host is not typically associated with the holidays. With comedy, music acts, acrobats and sometimes ventriloquism, viewers tuned in to watch their favorite variety shows. Does that soften the landing? An early leader in the category was Crosby, the smooth pop crooner who became synonymous with the holidays due to his recording of “White Christmas,” often cited as the bestselling record of all-time. google_ad_client = "pub-1817294592678330"; Nestor, the Long–Eared Christmas Donkey (ABC). We're asking you to check it twice and pick the show you'd be most likely to watch. Now, finish up the year with one of these celebrity variety showcases. Singers and bands like Mac Davis, John Denver, Sha Na Na, Tony Orlando and Dawn had popular variety shows in the 70’s. I was thoroughly entertained by Edmund Gwenn's portrayal of a real life Santa Claus in the guise of a department store Santa, and I loved that pint-sized Natalie Wood in the holiday classic "Miracle on 34th Street". All Film/TV; ... That’s why I like these Christmas commercials from the 1950s and 1960s so much. All Film/TV; ... That’s why I like these Christmas commercials from the 1950s and 1960s so much. Some of the old Christmas movies are still absolutely delightful to this day.
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I’ve combed through a few back issues of TV Guide to bring you some memories of Christmas past. ‘This Is Us’ already had its new season mapped out. //-->,