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1. Great Performances (1971– )
TV-G | 180 min | Music, Musical
Filmed and televised versions of theater productions, such as plays, musicals, operas, ballets, and concerts from around the world.
Stars: Scott Yoo, Julie Andrews, Renée Fleming, Plácido Domingo
Votes: 896
2. Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
30 min | Talk-Show
A series of talk shows in which host Alan King chats with professionals about the art of comedy.
Stars: Alan King, Carol Burnett, Jerry Seinfeld, Richard Lewis
Votes: 32
3.
Great Performances (1971– )
Episode:
The College of Comedy with Alan King
(1997)
TV-G | 57 min | Music, Musical
Director: Matthew Diamond | Stars: Alan King, Tim Conway, Brad Garrett, Larry Gelbart
4.
Great Performances (1971– )
Episode:
The College of Comedy III with Alan King
(2001)
TV-G | Music, Musical
Directors: Matthew Diamond, Howard Ritter | Stars: Larry Gelbart, Shecky Greene, Alan King, Bill Maher
5.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Robin Williams
(1992)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Robin Williams
6.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Garry Marshall
(1991)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Garry Marshall
7.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Catskills
(1992)
Talk-Show
The Catskills comedy is explored by Alan King and comedians Freddy Roman, Mal Z. Lawrence and Dick Capri.
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Dick Capri, Alan King, Mal Z. Lawrence
8.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Billy Crystal
(1991)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Billy Crystal, Alan King
9.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Andrew Dice Clay
(1992)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Andrew Dice Clay, Alan King
10.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Paul Mazursky
(1992)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Paul Mazursky
11.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Sinbad
(1992)
Talk-Show
Alan King discusses the art of comedy with his guest Sinbad (also known as David Adkins) and an early clip from 'Star Search' and one from his recent television special, 'Sinbad: Brain Damaged,' are shown,
12.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Rita Rudner
(1992)
Talk-Show
Alan King chats with comedienne Rita Rudner and clips from her television special 'Rite Rudner: Born to Be Mild' are included.
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Rita Rudner
13.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Chevy Chase
(1992)
Talk-Show
Alan King talks with comedian Chevy Chase about the origin of his name and how he got his start on Saturday Night Live and working in movies.
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Chevy Chase, Alan King
14.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Robert Wuhl
(1992)
Talk-Show
In this episode Alan King interviews Robert Wuhl about his life as a comedian, actor, writer and director. Included in the program are clips from his comedy special 'Robert Wuhl's World Tour' and the feature film 'Mistress.'
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Robert Wuhl
15.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Larry Gelbart
(1992)
Talk-Show
Alan King's guest is writer and producer Larry Gelbart and includes footage of his films 'Oh, God!' and 'Tootsie.'
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Larry Gelbart, Alan King
16.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Milton Berle
(1991)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Milton Berle, Alan King
17.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Jerry Lewis
(1992)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Jerry Lewis
18.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Whoopi Goldberg
(1991)
Talk-Show
Alan King's guest is Whoopi Goldberg who discusses her career and her current involvement with Comic Relief. Footage of her show 'Direct From Broadway . . . Whoopi Goldberg is included.
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Whoopi Goldberg, Alan King
19.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Howie Mandel
(1992)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Howie Mandel
20.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Jack Lemmon
(1992)
Talk-Show
Alan King interviews Jack Lemmon and they talk about his early career as an actor in New York and films with Billy Wilder. Footage from his films 'Mister Roberts,' 'Heaven For Betsy' and 'The Prisoner of Second Avenue' are included.
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Jack Lemmon
21.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Martin Short
(1991)
Talk-Show
Alan King interviews Canadian comedian Martin Short about his early career in Toronto and the development of some of his characters: Ed Grimley, Nate Thurm and the nebbish Lawrence.
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Martin Short
22.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Joan Rivers
(1991)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Joan Rivers
23.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Dennis Miller
(1991)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Dennis Miller
24.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Roseanne Barr
(1991)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Roseanne Barr, Alan King
25.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Denis Leary
(1993)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Denis Leary
26.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Eric Bogosian
(1993)
Talk-Show
Alan King interviews actor and performance artist Eric Bogosian and among the topics discussed is creating character and character monologue. Footage from his performance films 'Funhouse,' ... See full summary »
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Eric Bogosian, Alan King
27.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Mel Brooks
(1991)
Talk-Show
Mel Brooks discusses his career with host Alan King and his films from 'The Producers' to 'Life Stinks.' Film clips from 'Blazing Saddles' and 'Life Stinks' are presented.
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Mel Brooks, Alan King
28.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Louie Anderson
(1991)
Talk-Show
Alan King welcomes guest Louie Anderson who talks about growing up with an alcoholic father and his work with dysfunctional families. Anderson talks about the comics that influenced him and his friendship with comedian Henny Youngman.
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Louie Anderson, Alan King
29.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Paul Reiser
(1993)
Talk-Show
Alan King talks with actor and comedian Paul Reiser about his first TV series 'My Two Dads' and his current series 'Mad About You.'
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Paul Reiser
30.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Robert Townsend
(1991)
Talk-Show
King chats with comedian/filmmaker Robert Townsend about his childhood and comic influences growing up in Chicago. Features clips from his 1987 film 'Hollywood Shuffle' and his new film 'The Five Heartbeats.'
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Robert Townsend
31.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
David Brenner
(1992)
Talk-Show
Comedian David Brenner is King's guest and discusses his transition from documentary filmmaker to stand-up performer.
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: David Brenner, Alan King
32.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Buddy Hackett
(1991)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Buddy Hackett, Alan King
33.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Bob Hope
(1992)
Talk-Show
Alan King's guest is Bob Hope who talks about his career, including the 'Road' pictures with Bing Crosby and his shows for servicemen. Film clips from 'My Favorite Brunette' (1947); 'The ... See full summary »
34.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Elayne Boosler
(1992)
Talk-Show
Alan King's guest for this edition is stand-up comedienne Elayne Boosler who talks about her early days as a singing waitress in New York And how it led to first stand-up performance. ... See full summary »
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Elayne Boosler, Alan King
35.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Henny Youngman
(1991)
Talk-Show
Alan King chats with the king of the one-liners, Henny Youngman. He details how he developed his trademark saying 'take my wife please.' Clips from his appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show and The First Annual Comedy Awards are included.
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Henny Youngman
36.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Penn & Teller
(1993)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Penn Jillette, Alan King, Teller
37.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
George Burns
(1992)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: George Burns, Alan King
38.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Rob Reiner
(1991)
Talk-Show
Director, writer, actor Rob Reiner is Alan's guest. He talks about the influence of his father, Carl Reiner, and his difficult career transition after 'All in the Family.'
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Rob Reiner
39.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Smothers Brothers
(1990)
Talk-Show
Comedians/folk singers Tom and Dick Smothers are Alan King's guests. Among the topics discussed are why they got into comedy; Tom's problems due to dyslexia; the controversial aspects of ... See full summary »
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Dick Smothers, Tom Smothers
40.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
George Carlin
(1990)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: George Carlin, Alan King
41.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Carl Reiner
(1990)
Talk-Show
Alan King's guest is actor, writer, director and producer Carl Reiner who discusses working with Sid Caesar on 'Your Show of Shows;' writing and acting on 'The Dick Van Dyke Show;' and the ... See full summary »
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Carl Reiner
42.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Jerry Seinfeld
(1990)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Jerry Seinfeld
43.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Don Rickles
(1990)
Talk-Show
Don Rickles talks with Alan King about the similarities of their upbringing and their enduring friendship. The show includes a 1968 clip from 'The Kraft Music Hall.'
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Don Rickles
44.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Martin Mull
(1990)
Talk-Show
Stand-up comedian Martin Mull is Alan's guest and he discusses his early influences in comedy. He talks about his acting career and his lack of training as an actor. A film clip from his ... See full summary »
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Martin Mull
45.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Steven Wright
(1990)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Steven Wright
46.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Richard Lewis
(1990)
Talk-Show
Alan King chats with comedian Richard Lewis. Among the topics discussed: his early career as a writer for Catskills comics; his hypochondria; and his aim to take the absurd and make it real... See full summary »
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Richard Lewis
47.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Andrea Martin
(1991)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Andrea Martin
48.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Blake Edwards
(1992)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Blake Edwards, Alan King
49.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Catherine O'Hara
(1991)
Talk-Show
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Alan King, Catherine O'Hara
50.
Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind (1990– )
Episode:
Gary David Goldberg
(1992)
Talk-Show
Alan King interviews writer/producer Gary David Goldberg with footage from his TV shows 'Family Ties' and his semi-autobiographical series 'Brooklyn Bridge' and the feature film 'Dad' which he directed.
Director: Tom Werts | Stars: Gary David Goldberg, Alan King