The life, career, and music of Irving Berlin are celebrated live on stage with musical performances.
George Burns, the legendary comedian, celebrates his 80th birthday with a star-studded event showcasing his remarkable career in show business. Through interviews, performances, and anecdotes, this TV movie pays tribute to Burns' talent and long-lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
The third event from Comic Relief USA. Hosted, as with the first two specials, by Billy Crystal, Whoopi Goldberg and Robin Williams. The event debuted the song "Mr. President"—written by Joe Sterling, Ray Reach and Mike Loveless, and sung by Al Jarreau and Natalie Cole. Featured Jim Varney as Ernest P. Worrell; Catherine O'Hara smoking between bites of food and drink; Arsenio Hall on women with plastic surgery; Woody Harrelson talking to an "audience member" (Shelley Long) who, when asked if she watched Cheers, said, "Not that much."
Harry Anderson, Richard Belzer, Howie Mandel, Robin Williams and Steven Wright host this hilarious 1986 special in which they introduce stand-up sets from up-and-coming comedians at five of North America's top comedy clubs.
A live-action/animated television special produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions.
Rodney Dangerfield hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special in 1985, showcasing a lineup of talented stand-up comedians.
Director Robert Townsend (Hollywood Shuffle) knows how to construct and, when necessary, even milk a laugh for optimal effect. This second riotous volume in the Partners in Crime collection features more ribald moments culled from Townsend's laugh-filled HBO variety show. Sinbad, David Allen Grier and Damon Wayans also star.
Annie is a comedic drama that follows the life of a man and the women who play significant roles in his journey. With elements of comedy, drama, and music, the film showcases the ups and downs, the joys and sorrows, and the laughter and tears that come with relationships and personal growth. Through the interactions with the women in his life, the protagonist learns valuable life lessons and discovers what truly matters to him.
Several celebrity comedians take on sadness in the fourth laugh for charity.
Dames at Sea is a musical with book and lyrics by George Haimsohn and Robin Miller and music by Jim Wise. The musical is a parody of large, flashy 1930s Busby Berkeley-style movie musicals in which a chorus girl, newly arrived off the bus from the Midwest to New York City, steps into a role on Broadway and becomes a star. It originally played Off-Off-Broadway in 1966 at the Caffe Cino and then played Off-Broadway, starring newcomer Bernadette Peters, beginning in 1968 for a successful run. The television version was broadcast on the Bell System Family Theater on NBC on November 15, 1971. The cast had extra chorus girls and boys, and there were full production numbers, turning into the very thing it was spoofing. Ann Miller was singled out for praise, especially when "she was allowed to tap out her brassy...temperamental star..."
George Burns celebrates his new-found status as a celebrity sex symbol with guests and collection of beautiful women of all ages. With singing, dancing and a discussion on sex symbols through the ages.
Rodney Dangerfield special, featuring stand-up and sketches.
The Will Rogers Follies: A Life In Revue is a musical comedy that follows the life and career of Will Rogers, a famous entertainer known for his humor and political commentary. Set in the 1930s, the film explores Rogers' rise to fame as a cowboy performer in Wild West shows and his transition to becoming a beloved radio personality and film star. It delves into his relationships, including his father-son bond, and his impact on American culture during the Great Depression. The musical features elaborate production numbers, including a spectacular line dance and a Ziegfeld-style fashion show.
A musical tribute to brothers George and Ira Gershwin
George M! (1970) is a biographical comedy that tells the story of George M. Cohan, a legendary Broadway entertainer. The movie chronicles Cohan's rise to fame, his numerous accomplishments in the theater industry, and his lasting impact on American musicals.
Spike waves to a young woman driving a red pickup truck through the desert of Needles, California every day; it is the highlight of his day. In this combined animated and live-action special, we meet an aerobics instructor, Jenny, who wants to be a big city jazz dancer. She and Spike drive around looking at the desert scenery and spending some time at a roller rink. However, when Spike is accidentally thrown out of the skating rink he runs off and is pursued by people on a nighttime coyote hunt.
Rodney Dangerfield's first ABC special, featuring stand-up and sketches.
Director Robert Townsend (Hollywood Shuffle) knows how to construct and, when necessary, even milk a laugh for optimal effect. This third riotous volume in the Partners in Crime collection features more ribald moments culled from Townsend's laugh-filled HBO variety show. Robin Harris, Tommy Davidson, Shawn Wayans and musical guest Bobby Brown also star.
When the West Was Fun: A Western Reunion is a documentary film that chronicles a reunion of legendary Western actors. The film takes the viewers on a journey into the golden age of Western movies, showcasing behind-the-scenes stories, archive footage, and interviews with the actors. It is a nostalgic tribute to the iconic actors and the TV series they starred in.