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28 records found for Jim Backus
1957-11-26, WNBC, 80 min.
Story of the town of Hamelin, besieged by rats and the town’s corrupt Mayor, unwilling to help. Released to theaters in 1961. No TV opening or closing recorded.1960-11-23, WABC, 30 min.
Joe Franklin interviews Jim Backus who reminisces about his television career, including his co-starring with Joan Davis in the TV Series, "I Married Joan," and his association as the voice of the animated character, Mr. Magoo.
1961-09-01, CBS, 11 min.
Charles Collingwood interviews Jim Backus who is joined by his wife Henny Backus.
#142: HIGH HOPES
Order1961-11-05, WPIX, 54 min.
- Jerry Lewis
- Jim Backus
- George Raft
- Art Linkletter
- Barry Sullivan
- Connie Stevens
- Richard Boone
- Jaye P. Morgan
- Gogi Grant
- The Wiere Brothers
- Robert Fuller
- Tom Tully
- Johnny Mathis
- Donald O'Connor
Jerry Lewis is host for this variety show special on behalf of the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Guests are Connie Stevens, Donald O'Connor, Richard Boone, Barry Sullivan, Art Linkletter, Jaye P. Morgan, Gogi Grant, the Wiere Brothers, Jim Backus, Johnny Mathis, Tom Tully, George Raft, and Robert Fuller. This local syndicated program was the forerunner of Lewis' annual Labor Day national telethon for The Muscular Dystrophy Foundation.#13703: CELEBRITY TALENT SCOUTS
Order1962-07-10, CBS, 30 min.
A summer replacement series hosted by Sam Levenson in 1960, August 1- September 26, Jim Backus in 1962, February 3, - September 11, Merv Griffin in 1963, July 2, - September 17, Art Linkletter in 1965, (ONE HOUR series) June 22, - September 7. Art Linkletter later hosted the program as a mid-season replacement for the Steve Lawrence Show, again in a one-hour format, titled Art Linkletter's Hollywood Talent Scouts from December 20, 1965 - September 5, 1966. Scouts include Jerry Lewis. Host: Jim Backus
1962-08-17, WNBC, 48 min.
Guests for two consecutive nights are Jim Backus, Larry Storch, Jane Fonda, Rita Hayworth, Gary Merrill, Alan King, and announcer Jim Lucas. Hugh Downs pays tribute to "The Tonight Show" staff members and signs off for his final Tonight appearance.#13743: CELEBRITY TALENT SCOUTS
Order1962-08-25, CBS, 30 min.
A summer replacement series hosted by Sam Levenson in 1960, August 1- September 26, Jim Backus in 1962, February 3, - September 11, Merv Griffin in 1963, July 2, - September 17, Art Linkletter in 1965, (ONE HOUR series) June 22, - September 7. Art Linkletter later hosted the program as a mid-season replacement for the Steve Lawrence Show, again in a one-hour format, titled Art Linkletter's Hollywood Talent Scouts from December 20, 1965 - September 5, 1966. Scouts include Allen and Rossi, Jack E. Leonard, and Harry Belafonte. Host: Jim Backus
#13762: TALENT SCOUTS
Order1962-09-04, CBS, min.
A summer replacement series hosted by Sam Levenson in 1960, August 1- September 26, Jim Backus in 1962, February 3, - September 11, Merv Griffin in 1963, July 2, - September 17, Art Linkletter in 1965, (ONE HOUR series) June 22, - September 7. Art Linkletter later hosted the program as a mid-season replacement for the Steve Lawrence Show, again in a one-hour format, titled Art Linkletter's Hollywood Talent Scouts from December 20, 1965 - September 5, 1966. Talent Scouts today are Sally Ann Howes and E.G. Marshall, Jack Carter and Cyril Richard. A satire on President John F. Kennedy and family by "The Premise," NASA spokesman on space race, President Charles de Gaulle. Host: Jim Backus
#7441: CELEBRITY TALENT SCOUTS
Order1962-09-09, CBS, 00 min.
A summer replacement series hosted by Sam Levenson in 1960, August 1- September 26, Jim Backus in 1962, February 3, - September 11, Merv Griffin in 1963, July 2, - September 17, Art Linkletter in 1965, (ONE HOUR series) June 22, - September 7. Art Linkletter later hosted the program as a mid-season replacement for the Steve Lawrence Show, again in a one hour format, titled Art Linkletter's Hollywood Talent Scouts from December 20, 1965 - September 5, 1966.1962-12-09, SYND, 00 min.
- Jerry Lewis
- Hugh Downs
- Jim Backus
- Bobby Darin
- Andy Williams
- Lee Marvin
- Ed Wynn
- Vince Edwards
- Dina Merrill
- Bobby Van
- Henry Mancini
- Ethel Merman
- Dorothy Collins
- Harvey Lembeck
- Milton Frome
- Hy Averback
- Alan Jones
- Dr. Ralph Bunch
Celebrity guests appeal for funds to fight Muscular Dystrophy. A letter from President John F. Kennedy is read. Jerry concludes the telethon with what would be his signature song, "You'll Never Walk Alone."
1962-12-18, WNBC, 54 min.
- Jim Backus
- Morey Amsterdam
- Paul Frees
- John Hart
- Jack Cassidy
- Jane Kean
- Joan Gardner
- Royal Dano
- Les Tremayne
- Marie Matthews
- Laura Olsher
The nearsighted, cantankerous Mr. Magoo stars in a Broadway presentation of a Christmas Carol. This was the first made for television animated cartoon special and the first animated TV musical. Mr. Magoo and many Mr. Magoo appearances followed. Beginning in 1960-1962, Magoo entered television via a syndicated series followed by a primetime NBC series (September 19, 1964 to August 21, 1965) and later a weekend CBS cartoon series (September 10, 1977 to September 9, 1979). Jim Backus was the voice of Mr. Magoo for 40 years.#19077: LAUGHS FOR SALE
Order1963-11-17, ABC, min.
October 20th 1963-December 22nd,1963 (ABC) Hal March hosted this comedy/variety show that ran for one season. Guest comics perform material submitted by fledgling comedy writers; after the performance, the material is evaluated and offered for sale. Guests are Jim Backus, Gordon MacRae, Sheila MacRae, Shecky Greene
#19078: LAUGHS FOR SALE
Order1963-11-17, ABC, min.
October 20th 1963-December 22nd,1963 (ABC) Hal March hosted this comedy/variety show that ran for one season. Guest comics perform material submitted by fledgling comedy writers; after the performance, the material is evaluated and offered for sale. Guests: Shecky Greene, Jim Backus, Rowan and Martin Host: Hal March.1966-07-19, WNEW, 54 min.
- Ann Miller
- Army Archerd
- Adam West
- Agnes Moorehead
- Cesar Romero
- Curtis LeMay
- Bill Welch
- Lee Meriwether
- Elmo Williams
- Joan Hughes
- Charles Robinson
- Henny Backus
- Jim Backus
- William Provost
- William Wellman
- Jack Krusher
- Veronica Cartwright
- George Montgomery
- Skip Ward
- James Mitchum
- Beatrice Robinson
- Pat Boone
- Barbara Parkins
- Jim Allen
- Mr Wishbone
- Wende Wagner
The film premiere of "The Blue Max" starring George Peppard, James Mason, and Ursula Andress. Some of the guests interviewed include General Curtis LeMay, Agnes Moorehead, Cesar Romero, Adam (Batman) West, Elmo Williams, (Executive Producer,) Lee Meriwether, Ann Miller, Charles Robinson, Jim, and Henny Backus, William Provost, William Wellman, Veronica Cartwright, George Montgomery, and James Mitchum. Hosts: Bill Welch and Army Archerd. Some commercials included. Special broadcast on WNEW-TV Channel 5 in New York City.
#7890: DAMN YANKEES
Order1967-04-08, NBC, 100 min.
- Jim Backus
- Joe Garagiola
- Phil Silvers
- Bob Dishy
- Fran Allison
- Linda Lavin
- Lee Remick
- Jerry Lanning
- Ray Middleton
- Wallace Rooney
- John Gerstad
- Lee Goodman
- Eugene Troobnick
- Walter Klavun
TV musical play about a deal made between Joe Hardy and Mr. Applegate to allow the Senators to win the American League Pennant. Phil Silvers portrays Mr. Applegate.
#3011A: HERE COME THE STARS
Order1968-12-01, WOR, 52 min.
Glenn Ford is roasted. George Jessel emcees this hour variety roast series featuring testimonials to guests of honor. This syndicated series aired from September 15, 1968 to March 9, 1969. Reruns ran through March 1, 1970.#2991: HERE COME THE STARS
Order1969-01-19, WOR, 52 min.
- Jim Backus
- George Jessel
- Liberace
- Harve Presnell
- Norm Crosby
- Morgana King
- Lawrence Harvey
- Marty Ingels
- France Nuyen
- Henny Backus
Lawrence Harvey is roasted. George Jessel emcees this hour variety roast series featuring testimonials to guests of honor. This syndicated series aired from September 15, 1968 to March 9, 1969. Reruns ran through March 1, 1970.#8265: HERE COME THE STARS
Order1969-03-22, WOR, 52 min.
- Jim Backus
- George Jessel
- Mickey Rooney
- Irwin Corey
- Ann Miller
- Kathryn Grayson
- Woody Woodbury
- Tommy Leonetti
Mickey Rooney is roasted. George Jessel emcees this hour variety roast series featuring testimonials to guests of honor. This syndicated series aired from September 15, 1968, to March 9, 1969. Reruns ran through March 1, 1970. Duplicate of # 3005.
#3005: HERE COME THE STARS
Order1969-03-22, WOR, 52 min.
- Jim Backus
- George Jessel
- Mickey Rooney
- Irwin Corey
- Ann Miller
- Kathryn Grayson
- Woody Woodbury
- Tommy Leonetti
Mickey Rooney is roasted. George Jessel emcees this hour variety roast series featuring testimonials to guests of honor. This syndicated series aired from September 15, 1968 to March 9, 1969. Reruns ran through March 1, 1970.#9807: UNCLE SAM MAGOO
Order1970-02-15, NBC, 60 min.
- Jim Backus
- Lennie Weinrib
- Bob Holt
- Patti Gilbert
- Sid Grossfeld
- Barney Phillips
- Dave Shelley
- John Himes
- Bill Clayton
Mr. Magoo (Jim Backus) goes to Hollywood to get a part in a film. Instead, he witnesses the history of the United States in a series of adventures in different time periods.
#5957: OF THEE I SING
Order1972-10-24, WCBS, 80 min.
- Jim Backus
- Jack Gilford
- Michele Lee
- Paul Hartman
- Ted Knight
- Cloris Leachman
- Jesse White
- David Doyle
- Herb Edelman
- Shirley Kirkes
- Carroll OConnor
A television adaptation of George Gershwin's 1931 Pulitzer prize winning satirical Broadway musical about a Presidential candidate running on a platform of universal love. The close of this broadcast is only partially complete.
#6198: OF THEE I SING
Order1972-10-24, CBS, 90 min.
- Jim Backus
- Jack Gilford
- Michele Lee
- Paul Hartman
- Ted Knight
- Cloris Leachman
- Jesse White
- David Doyle
- Herb Edelman
- Carroll OConnor
Special: George S. Kaufman's Pulitzer Prize winner is still a delight.
Carroll O'Connor and Cloris Leachman head the cast in this musical about a Presidential candidate no one can resist: his platform's based on silver linings and love.
George and Ira Gershwin wrote the songs.#5975: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET
Order1973-12-14, WCBS, 120 min.
- Jim Backus
- Sebastian Cabot
- Roddy McDowall
- Tom Bosley
- Jane Alexander
- David Doyle
- Liam Dunn
- David Hartman
- Suzanne Davidson
- James Gregory
- Roland Winters
- Conrad Janis
- Ellen Weston
- Jason Wingreen
- Burt Mustin
A new version of the comedy-drama based on the 1947 film about a department store Santa who tries to convince a little girl who doesn't believe in Santa Claus that he really is Santa and goes on trial to prove it.
#3439: STAND UP AND CHEER
Order1974-01-21, WCBS, 27 min.
1971 (Syndicated). On this half-hour musical series host Johnny Mann, together with the Johnny Mann Singers and assorted guests, sang the praises of the good old U.S.A.1975-12-30, WNBC, 60 min.
- Tom Snyder
- Charlie McCarthy
- Jim Backus
- Lurene Tuttle
- Edgar Bergan
- Mortimer Snerd
- Gale Gordaon
- Erestilne Wade
- Frank Nelson
- Bill Baldwin
"The Tomorrow Show" with Tom Snyder. October 15, 1973-January 28, 1982. The Golden Age of Radio is the subject of this broadcast. An hour-long talk show hosted by Tom Snyder. Network television's first entry into late-late-night programming on weeknights Monday thru Thursday, usually broadcasting on tape 1 AM to 2 AM. "Tomorrow" was expanded to 90 minutes on September 16, 1980.
1976-03-14, CBS, 90 min.
- Jim Backus
- William Wyler
- James Stewart
- Jack Lemmon
- Myrna Loy
- Henry Fonda
- Charlton Heston
- Greer Garson
- Angie Dickinson
- Lauren Bacall
- Merle Oberon
- Jack Nicholson
- Eddie Albert
- Audrey Hepburn
- Gregory Peck
- Harold Russell
- Walter Matthau
- Barbra Streisand
- Burt Bacharach
- James Brolin
- Cheryl Tiegs
- Betty Ford
- Charles Bronson
- Walter Pigeon
- Max Baer, Jr
- Helen Gurley Brown
- Jill Ireland
- Veronique Peck
The American Film Institute presents the 1976 Lifetime Achievement Award to director, producer, William Wyler.
#8246: HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA
Order1976-07-04, NBC, 90 min.
- Jim Backus
- Paul Anka
- Sandy Duncan
- Mark Spitz
- Roy Rogers
- Dale Evans
- Gloria Loring
- Meredith Wilson
- Gordon Cooper
- Evel Knieval
A salute to America on her 200th birthday. Host: Paul Anka
1977-12-16, NBC, 60 min.
- Steve Allen
- Jim Backus
- Milton Berle
- Jack Carter
- Hal Linden
- Jayne Meadows
- Harold Gould
- Jeannie Carson
- Wolfman Jack
- Alex Cord
- Sheree North
- Lew Brown
A moving story of an unusual Christmas gift from the members of a Synagogue to their Christian neighbors. This was the 126th presentation of The Hallmark Hall Of Fame in its 27th year on television.