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1. Studio One Forever (2023)
96 min | Documentary
STUDIO ONE FOREVER is the untold story of America's iconic gay disco, a kaleidoscopic excursion into LGBTQ+ history through the lens of this groundbreaking club. With Chita Rivera, Bruce Vilanch, Lance Bass, Thelma Houston and many more.
Director: Marc Saltarelli | Stars: Chita Rivera, Bruce Vilanch, Thelma Houston, Lance Bass
Votes: 49
2. Amy's Victory Dance (2022)
82 min | Documentary, Drama
Amy's right leg is completely crushed. Her first thought, "Am I ever going to dance again?" Her second thought was 'If I survive the night there will be a Victory Dance.'
Director: Brian Thomas | Stars: Christopher Jackson, Amy Jordan, Chita Rivera, Ben Vereen
Votes: 20
3.
Broadway: The American Musical (2004)
Episode:
Tradition: 1957-1979
(2004)
Documentary, Music
The new innovative musical on Broadway starting this era was "West Side Story", the first musical to integrate dance movement into the everyday movement of the characters. The movement was ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Kantor | Stars: Julie Andrews, Louis Armstrong, Pearl Bailey, The Beatles
Votes: 25
4. The Judy Garland Show (1963–1964)
60 min | Comedy, Music
The star performs with guests.
Stars: Judy Garland, Jerry Van Dyke, Bradford Craig, Mel Tormé
Votes: 462
5. Hollywood's Diamond Jubilee (1978 TV Special)
120 min | History, Music
Director: Robert Scheerer | Stars: Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Raquel Welch, Chevy Chase, Monty Hall
Votes: 119
6. Submissions Only (2010– )
Comedy
Penny Reilly is a reader for Broadway casting director Tim Trull who is attempting to become an actress herself. Throughout the web series, we follow the misadventures of Penny and her love life.
Stars: Colin Hanlon, Kate Wetherhead, Lindsay Nicole Chambers, Stephen Bienskie
Votes: 170
7. Broadway: The American Musical (2004)
360 min | Documentary, Music
A six-part documentary about the Broadway musical
Stars: Julie Andrews, Stephen Sondheim, John Lahr, Tommy Tune
Votes: 385
8.
Biography (1987– )
Episode:
Shirley MacLaine: This Time Around
(2000)
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Actress Shirley MacLaine takes Hollywood by storm.
Director: J.C. Begley | Stars: Jack Lemmon, Mary Day, Chita Rivera, Gwen Verdon
Votes: 136
9. The Carol Burnett Show (1967–1978)
TV-G | 60 min | Comedy, Family
Television show featuring skits by Carol Burnett and her comedy troupe.
Stars: Carol Burnett, Vicki Lawrence, The Ernie Flatt Dancers, Harvey Korman
Votes: 7,315
10. Private Screenings (1996– )
Talk-Show
The host of this series is noted writer and film historian Robert Osborne. Each episode consists of Osborne conducting an interview with an actor or actress of Hollywood's "Golden" era of ... See full summary »
Stars: Robert Osborne, Jane Powell, Liza Minnelli, Alec Baldwin
Votes: 211
11. The Woody Woodbury Show (1967–1968)
60 min | Talk-Show
The Woody Woodbury Show was on television from 1967 to 1968, a 90-minute talk/variety show which aired weekday afternoons in most markets.
Stars: Robert Ridgely, Woody Woodbury, Victor Buono, Michael Melvin Combo
Votes: 25
12. Paul O'Grady's America (2001– )
Travelogue following comedian Paul O'Grady as he travels across the USA.
Stars: Chita Rivera, Cilla Black, Paul O'Grady
Votes: 10
13. Sammy Davis, Jr. 60th Anniversary Celebration (1989 TV Special)
150 min | Comedy, Music
This is a special show that celebrates Sammy Davis Jr's 60th anniversary in show business, including musical, comic and dancing performers.
Director: Jeff Margolis | Stars: Eddie Murphy, Debbie Allen, Anita Baker, George Bush
Votes: 119
14.
The Mike Douglas Show (1961–1982)
Episode:
Episode #5.160
(1966)
Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Bette Davis is co-host. Guests are Broadway star Chita Rivera; Bill Dailey of "I Dream of Jeannie"; and Fran Allison and Burr Tillstrom of TV's "Kukla, Fran and Ollie."
Stars: Mike Douglas, Bette Davis, Fran Allison, Bill Daily
Votes: 19
15. The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992)
TV-14 | 105 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Host Johnny Carson performs comedy routines and chats with various celebrities.
Stars: Johnny Carson, Ed McMahon, Doc Severinsen, Skitch Henderson
Votes: 4,243
16. Maurice Hines: Bring Them Back (2019)
92 min | Documentary, Music
An intimate portrait of a trailblazing entertainer who navigates the highs and lows of his lengthy showbiz career, and a complex relationship with his superstar brother, tap dance legend Gregory Hines.
Director: John Carluccio | Stars: Debbie Allen, Shaun Baker, Mercedes Ellington, Maurice Hines
Votes: 57
17.
Great Performances (1971– )
Episode:
Celebrating Gershwin: 'S Wonderful
(1987)
TV-G | Music, Musical
Part two of this tribute to the composer concludes with Hollywood, Broadway and concert music.
Stars: Drew Barrymore, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Gregg Burge, Rosemary Clooney
Votes: 14
18. That's Life (1968–1969)
60 min | Comedy, Musical
The life and love of a young couple is told through a series of monologues, sketches, and song-and-dance routines. Each episode followed how they met and fell in love, and then their ... See full summary »
Stars: Robert Morse, E.J. Peaker, Kay Medford, Shelley Berman
Votes: 94
19. Broadway: The Golden Age, by the Legends Who Were There (2003)
Unrated | 111 min | Documentary, History, Music
Interviews and archival footage are used to tell the story of post-war Broadway through the 1960s.
Director: Rick McKay | Stars: Edie Adams, Bea Arthur, Elizabeth Ashley, Alec Baldwin
Votes: 493 | Gross: $0.35M
20. The John Gary Show (1966– )
60 min | Comedy, Music
Singer John Gary was the star and the host of this summer variety show that was filling in during the summer of 1966 for the Danny Kaye Show. It was a balanced mix of Music and Comedy. Two ... See full summary »
Stars: John Gary, Avery Schreiber, Tim Conway, Joanie Sommers
Votes: 15
21. The Outer Limits (1963–1965)
TV-PG | 51 min | Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi
An anthology series of insightful science fiction tales.
Stars: Bob Johnson, Ben Wright, William Douglas, Robert Culp
Votes: 9,323
22. American Masters (1985– )
TV-14 | 90 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Documentary series focusing on great American artists and personalities.
Stars: Martin Scorsese, Peter Bogdanovich, Tony Bennett, Dick Cavett
Votes: 1,173
23. The Jonathan Winters Show (1967–1969)
60 min | Comedy
A weekly variety program, presented by the comedian Jonathan Winters. It featured guest comedians and musicians, recurring sketches with regular characters, and a segment devoted to Winters... See full summary »
Stars: Jonathan Winters, John Aylesworth, Cliff Arquette, Dick Curtis
Votes: 73
24. Merely Marvelous: The Dancing Genius of Gwen Verdon (2019)
82 min | Documentary
Merely Marvelous is a celebration of the art and life of Broadway's greatest dancing star, Gwen Verdon. She overcame many obstacles, including rickets, the Hollywood system, a loveless ... See full summary »
Directors: Ken Bloom, Chris Johnson | Stars: John Bowab, Charlotte d'Amboise, Harvey Evans, Bob Fosse
Votes: 40
25. The 53rd Annual Tony Awards (1999 TV Special)
Music
Director: Paul Miller | Stars: Kevin Anderson, Julie Andrews, Bea Arthur, Alec Baldwin
Votes: 96
26. Margo Rose Ferderer Reports (2009–2014)
Comedy
Margo Rose Ferderer is NY2's relentless Broadway reporter bringing the people of the universe important news from yesterday and tomorrow.
Stars: Lori Hammel, Carolee Carmello, Karen Murphy, Chita Rivera
Votes: 56
27. The Dean Martin Show (1965–1974)
TV-PG | Comedy, Music
Dean Martin hosts, with several celebrities as guests. There are musical acts and comedy sketches that break down comedy, racial, and sexual barriers all at the same time.
Stars: Dean Martin, The Dingaling Sisters, Ken Lane, Lou Jacobi
Votes: 1,431
28. The Hollywood Palace (1964–1970)
TV-G | 60 min | Comedy, Family, Music
Various guest hosts present a musical variety show.
Stars: Bing Crosby, Dick Tufeld, Mitchell Ayres Orchestra, Mitchell Ayres
Votes: 321
29. The Dinah Shore Chevy Show (1956–1963)
60 min | Music
Dinah hosted this hour-long weekly for seven years. It featured Dinah and guest stars in a variety of songs, skits, production numbers. Also featured: her "See the USA in your Chevrolet" song and her warm kiss to all in conclusion.
Stars: Dinah Shore, Joel Aldred, Janet Blair, John Raitt
Votes: 242
30. The 70th Annual Tony Awards (2016 TV Special)
News
Hosted by James Corden, The Tony's is the ultimate night for theatre geeks and Broadway lovers! It's an award show for all things Broadway and theatre, with performances by the cast of Hamilton, Waitress, She Loves Me, and more!
Director: Glenn Weiss | Stars: James Corden, Uzo Aduba, Billie Allen, Michael Arden
Votes: 210
31. Caesar's Hour (1954–1957)
60 min | Comedy
A sketch-comedy television series, featuring Sid Caesar as the main star. It was based on Caesar's previous comedy shows, "Admiral Broadway Revue" and "Your Show of Shows", but often ... See full summary »
Stars: Sid Caesar, Carl Reiner, Howard Morris, Ellen Parker
Votes: 197
32. The Entertainers (1964–1965)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Stars: Caterina Valente, John Davidson, Dom DeLuise, Carol Burnett
Votes: 22
33. Broadway Plays Washington on Kennedy Center Tonight (1982 TV Special)
180 min | Music
Musical celebration hosted by Debbie Reynolds honoring the 10th Anniversary of Washington's Kennedy Center in their support of the performing arts.
Director: Stan Lathan | Stars: Bea Arthur, Pearl Bailey, Barry Bostwick, Shelley Bruce
Votes: 16
34. Captain Kangaroo (1955–1992)
TV-G | 60 min | Family
Daily children's program hosted by Captain Kangaroo.
Stars: Robert Keeshan, Hugh Brannum, James E. Wall, Deborah Weems
Votes: 1,577
35. Broadway: Beyond the Golden Age (2021)
81 min | Documentary, History, Musical
"Broadway: Beyond The Golden Age" is the long awaited sequel to Rick McKay's "Broadway: The Golden Age." It tells the history of Broadway from 1959 and ending in 1983 as told by over 100 Broadway legends as interviewed by Mr. McKay..
Director: Rick McKay | Stars: Jason Alexander, Debbie Allen, Arthur Anderson, Lucie Arnaz
Votes: 110
36. Gypsy (1965– )
30 min | Talk-Show
A morning television talk show hosted by Gypsy Rose Lee
Stars: Gypsy Rose Lee, June Havoc, Pat Carroll, Richard Deacon
Votes: 46
37. Theater Talk (1996– )
30 min | Talk-Show
Stars: Susan Haskins, Michael Riedel, Jesse Green, Michael Musto
Votes: 38
38. From Stage to Screen: The History of Chicago (2005 Video)
27 min | Documentary, Short
Stars: Neil Meron, Martin Gottfried, Jerry Orbach, Chita Rivera
Votes: 13
39.
Biography (1987– )
Episode:
Sammy Davis Jr.: Mr. Entertainment
(1995)
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Explores the life and career of singer, actor and dancer Sammy Davis Jr.
Director: N. Brice Shipley | Stars: Bill Cosby, Sammy Davis Jr., Elvera Davis, Eydie Gormé
Votes: 97
40.
The Outer Limits (1963–1965)
Episode:
The Bellero Shield
(1964)
TV-PG | 51 min | Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi
A humble laser scientist's maniacally ambitious wife brings ruin to her husband, herself and an accidentally snared alien from beyond the stars.
Director: John Brahm | Stars: Martin Landau, Sally Kellerman, Chita Rivera, John Hoyt
Votes: 693
41. The Ed Sullivan Show (1948–1971)
TV-G | 60 min | Music, Talk-Show
The classic prime time variety show most famous for its vaudeville acts and rock music performances.
Stars: Ed Sullivan, The Ray Bloch Orchestra, Ray Bloch, Johnny Wayne
Votes: 1,562
42. 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: 900
43. CBS News Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley (1979– )
TV-PG | 90 min | News, Talk-Show
The news show that does personal interest pieces. Anything from interviews with actors, political figures, athletes, musicians, costume designers, fashion designers, restaurant owners, charity heads, kids with special talents
Stars: Jane Pauley, Charles Osgood, Mo Rocca, Lee Cowan
Votes: 1,070
44. The Tonight Show (1953–1957)
TV-PG | 105 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
The show originated as a local New York City late night program in June 1953 and went onto the network in September 1954. Throughout the summer of 1956, Steve Allen was the only host. When ... See full summary »
Stars: Skitch Henderson, Gene Rayburn, Steve Allen, Steve Lawrence
Votes: 226
45. SAG Foundation Conversations (1979– )
Talk-Show
Career retrospectives with preeminent actors who explore the process and profession with an audience of fellow artists.
Stars: Jenelle Riley, Richard Ridge, Stacey Wilson Hunt, Mara Webster
Votes: 39
46.
Great Performances (1971– )
Episode:
Broadway's Lost Treasures
(2003)
TV-G | 110 min | Music, Musical
The golden age of the annual Tony Awards ceremony lasted from 1967 to 1986 -- the period during which Alexander H. Cohen and his wife, Hildy Parks, were the producers of the show. This film... See full summary »
Director: Chris Cohen | Stars: Julie Andrews, Vivian Blaine, Yul Brynner, Betty Buckley
Votes: 120
47.
American Masters (1985– )
Episode:
Jerome Robbins: Something to Dance About
(2009)
TV-14 | 120 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Jerome Wilson Rabinowitz was born in New York on October 11, 1918 and raised in Weehawken, New Jersey. Deprived of a college education by the Depression, he began his career as a dancer in the experimental troupe of Gluck Sandor.
Director: Judy Kinberg | Stars: Ib Andersen, William Archibald, Fred Astaire, Mikhail Baryshnikov
Votes: 110
48.
Private Screenings (1996– )
Episode:
Robert Osborne
(2014)
74 min | Talk-Show
TCM host Robert Osborne discusses his life and career with guest interviewer Alec Baldwin in commemoration of Osborne's 20 years with the network.
Director: Sean Cameron | Stars: Alec Baldwin, Robert Osborne, Diane Baker, Arlene Dahl
Votes: 104
49. Hollywood Greats (1977– )
40 min | Documentary, History
Documentary series profiling various Hollywood stars of yesteryear and more recent times.
Stars: Barry Norman, Jonathan Ross, David Thomson, Lauren Bacall
Votes: 178
50. Show People with Paul Wontorek (2010– )
Talk-Show
Popular talk show featuring the biggest stars of the New York stage, hosted by Broadway.com Editor-in-Chief Paul Wontorek.
Stars: Paul Wontorek, Laura Benanti, Aaron Tveit, Sutton Foster
Votes: 65