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Title: Playhouse 90 (1956–1961)
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Of the many anthology series, Playhouse 90 is considered the most ambitious with outstanding talent in front of the camera. Attracting top ranked directors and scripts it was often filmed live including the entire first season.
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4 October 1956 (USA) See more »Filming Locations:
CBS Television City - 7800 Beverly Boulevard, Fairfax, Los Angeles, California, USA See more »Company Credits
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The color broadcast of "The Nutcracker" was Playhouse 90's only color telecast, and CBS's only live color broadcast of 1958. See more »Frequently Asked Questions
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On Oct. 11, 1956, the second episode of Playhouse 90 was aired. It was Requiem for a Heavyweight by Rod Serling, starring Jack Palance. It was another masterpiece from the golden age of television. Luckily, Requiem was recorded as kinescope. The recording quality is poor, but the play was and is drama at its best. If you can find Requiem at your local video store and you like great drama, please watch it. You will not be disappointed.