Summaries

Popular late-night comedy/talk-show with host David Letterman, interviewing famous guests.

David Letterman hosted this popular late-night comedy/talk-show. Often, Dave would go on location or to the phone lines to play pranks. Some famous features of the show include the "Top Ten" lists and "Stupid Pet Tricks" (complete with slow-mo). Fans of the show will also remember Dave's use of unusual camera placements (Sky-Cam, Guest-Cam, etc.) and Dave's supporting cast (Paul Shaffer, Chris Elliott, Larry Bud Melman). Many famous guests and bands appeared on the show.—Tad Dibbern <[email protected]>

Details

Keywords
  • top ten list
  • five word series title
  • actor plays himself
  • late night talk show
  • celebrity talk show
Genres
  • Comedy
  • Music
  • Talk-Show
Release date Jan 31, 1982
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) TV-PG
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Filming locations New York City, New York, USA
Production companies NBC Productions Carson Productions Worldwide Pants

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h
Color Color
Sound mix Mono Stereo
Aspect ratio 1.33 : 1

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