The Gong Show

The Gong Show

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1976-06-14

The Gong Show is an amateur talent contest franchised by Sony Pictures Television to many countries. It was broadcast on NBC's daytime schedule from June 14, 1976 through July 21, 1978, and in first-run syndication from 1976 to 1980 and 1988 to 1989. The show was produced by Chuck Barris, who also served as host for the NBC run and from 1977 to 1980 in syndication. The show is best remembered for its absurdist humor and style, often awarding participants ridiculous and worthless prizes.

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The Gong Show is an amateur talent contest franchised by Sony Pictures Television to many countries. It was broadcast on NBC's daytime schedule from June 14, 1976 through July 21, 1978, and in first-run syndication from 1976 to 1980 and 1988 to 1989. The show was produced by Chuck Barris, who also served as host for the NBC run and from 1977 to 1980 in syndication. The show is best remembered for its absurdist humor and style, often awarding participants ridiculous and worthless prizes.

First Aired

1976-06-14

Last Aired

1976-06-14

Seasons

1

Episodes

7

Director

Chuck Barris

Status

Ended

Genres

Comedy

Language

English

Network

NBC

Production

Chuck Barris Productions

Chris Bearde Productions

Casts

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    Charlie O'Donnell

    Charlie O'Donnell
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    Chuck Barris

    Chuck Barris
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    Gary Owens

    Gary Owens
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    Jaye P. Morgan

    Jaye P. Morgan
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    Johnny Jacobs

    Johnny Jacobs
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    Michele Lee

    Michele Lee
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    Phyllis Diller

    Phyllis Diller