• 1982
  • 1h 26m
Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius

Summary A look at the career of comedian Ernie Kovacs, considered a pioneer in the early days of television, and whose innovative TV show spawned the careers of many of today's comics and comedy writers. View more details

  • 1982
  • 1h 26m

Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius

Directed : Keith Burns

Written : John Barbour

Stars : Edie Adams Steve Allen John Barbour Jolene Brand

All cast & crew

8.2

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Genres : Comedy Biography Documentary

Release date : Nov 12, 1982

Countries of origin : United States

Language : English

Production companies : Showtime Entertainment Television JSC Productions

Summary A look at the career of comedian Ernie Kovacs, considered a pioneer in the early days of television, and whose innovative TV show spawned the careers of many of today's comics and comedy writers. View more details

Details

Genres : Comedy Biography Documentary

Release date : Nov 12, 1982

Countries of origin : United States

Language : English

Production companies : Showtime Entertainment Television JSC Productions

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