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Fireside Theatre 

| Drama | TV Series (1949–1955)
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271 episodes
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An anthology series which became the first successful filmed series on American television.

Stars:

Gene Raymond, John Warburton, Nolan Leary | See full cast & crew »

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1955   1954   1953   1952   1951   1950   … See all »
Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy. See more awards »

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Cast

Complete series cast summary:
Gene Raymond ...  Himself - Host / ... 100 episodes, 1950-1955
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An anthology series which became the first successful filmed series on American television.

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

5 April 1949 (USA) See more »

Also Known As:

Kleine Spiele aus Übersee See more »

Filming Locations:

Hal Roach Studios - 8822 Washington Blvd., Culver City, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

General Television Enterprises, Hal Roach Studios, National Broadcasting Company (NBC) See more »
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Sound Mix:

Mono (Western Electric Recording)

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1
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