Celanese Theatre (1951–1952)

This program consisted of adaptations of high-quality plays written by leading playwrights.

Stars:

Wendell Corey, Ralph Morgan

Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys. Another 1 win.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Wendell Corey	...	Barrie Trexel (2 episodes, 1951-1952)
Ralph Morgan	...	Garth (2 episodes, 1951-1952)

Storyline

This program consisted of adaptations of high-quality plays written by leading playwrights.

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Plot Keywords:

anthology | company sponsor name in title | live

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

3 October 1951 (USA)

Filming Locations:

New York City, New York, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

William Morris Agency (WMA)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min 30 min (December 1951-June 1952) 60 min (October 1951-December 1951)

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The sponsor of the show was the Celanese Corporation of America, hence the title of the show. Between October and December 1951, the show was 60-minutes in length and broadcast on ABC on Wednesday nights between 10:00 to 11:00 PM EST. Between December 1951 and June 1952, the show was 30-minutes in length and broadcast on ABC on Wednesday nights between 10:00 to 10:30 PM EST. The show alternated the Wednesday night time slot with Pulitzer Prize Playhouse.

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