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Laughter USA

This program presents a look at American humor, from slapstick to satire, from Ben Franklin to Jack Benny and what makes people laugh. It features scenes from movie comedies and television programs, performances by famous comedians, and sketches with George Burns. Shown are: Phil Silvers, Bob Hope, Jimmy Durante, Eddie Cantor, Burns and Allen, Ben Turpin, Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin, Keystone Kops, Rudy Vallee, Jack Benny, Fred Allen, Laurel and Hardy, W.C. Fields, Marx Brothers, Jack Paar.

English
  • Originally Aired September 17, 1961
  • Runtime 45 minutes
  • Network NBC
  • Created November 9, 2006 by
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Name Type Role
Richard Hanser Writer
Rod Reed Writer
Donald B. Hyatt Director