Pee-wee's Playhouse (1986–1991)

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Pee-Wee Herman and his friends have wacky, imaginative fun in his unique playhouse.

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Series cast summary:
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 Pee-wee Herman (45 episodes, 1986-1990)
George McGrath ...
 Globey (34 episodes, 1986-1990)
Alison Mork ...
 Chairry (29 episodes, 1986-1990)
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Each show, Pee-Wee Herman comes to his wonderful playhouse where anything can happen. Whether it be screaming at the secret word, entertaining friends like Cowboy Curtis and Ms. Yvonne, or enjoying animation clips presented by the King of Cartoons or the stories of the claymation girl, Penny; there's always lots of fun things to do. Written by Kenneth Chisholm <kchishol@execulink.com>

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Trivia

The theme song was sung by Cyndi Lauper, but is listed in the credits by a stage name, Ellen Shaw. See more »

Quotes

Pee-wee: You all remember what to do whenever anybody says the secret word right?
All: Scream!
Pee-wee: That's right. For the rest of the day, whenever anybody says the secret word, scream real loud. Ready? Let's try it.
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Connections

Referenced in Mystery Science Theater 3000: Lost Continent (1990) See more »

Soundtracks

"Pee-wee's Playhouse Theme"
Written by George McGrath, Mark Mothersbaugh and Paul Reubens
Sung by Cyndi Lauper (as Ellen Shaw)
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User Reviews

lemme think.. peeweefan liking PeeWee's Playhouse?
5 September 2003 | by See all my reviews

How much fun was this show? If you didn't like it, I feel a bit sorry for you. I know I can't help but "SMILE" everytime I think of this show, and PeeWee in particular. I had no favorite characters, nor storylines - i just let it take me away, and let it stand on its own merits. Isn't it a shame that, altho it wasnt that long ago, it seems like it was a simpler time?

From those of us fans, WE MISS YOU, PAUL! PeeWee was the best, and my life is better for having seen and enjoyed the experience.


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