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The Pee-wee Herman Show

Synopsis

The original adult-oriented version of what would eventually become an award-winning children's classic. This version of the show features Pee-wee's playhouse and many of the characters of the later series, but with irreverent overtones and jokes including 'mirror shoes' and others.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Digital Streaming Debut

April 18, 2022

VOD & Digital Platforms

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Marty Callner, Paul Reubens
Screenplay & Story
Phil Hartman, Edie McClurg, Paul Reubens, John Paragon, Bill Steinkellner, Lynne Marie Stewart, John Moody, Nicole Panter, Brian Seff, Tito Larriva, Joan Leizman, Monica Ganas
Original Score
Jay Condom
Original Title
The Pee-wee Herman Show
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
58m
Production Studios
HBO, Pee-Wee Herman Productions, Reubens-Callner Productions, Sabra Productions, Coronet Films

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Marty Callner, Paul Reubens

Screenplay & Story

Phil Hartman, Edie McClurg, Paul Reubens, John Paragon, Bill Steinkellner, Lynne Marie Stewart, John Moody, Nicole Panter, Brian Seff, Tito Larriva, Joan Leizman, Monica Ganas

Original Score & Music

Jay Condom

Director of Photography

Terry Donohue

Producers

Paul Reubens

Department Leadership Roster

Phil Hartman

Phil Hartman

Writer

Edie McClurg

Edie McClurg

Writer

Paul Reubens

Paul Reubens

Writer

John Paragon

John Paragon

Writer

Bill Steinkellner

Writer

Marty Callner

Marty Callner

Director

Jay Condom

Original Music Composer

Paul Reubens

Paul Reubens

Director

Terry Donohue

Director of Photography

Lynne Marie Stewart

Lynne Marie Stewart

Writer

John Moody

Writer

Nicole Panter

Nicole Panter

Writer

Gary Panter

Production Design

Brian Seff

Writer

Tito Larriva

Tito Larriva

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Pee-wee Herman Show.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Pee-wee Herman Show

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Pee-wee Herman Show about?

The original adult-oriented version of what would eventually become an award-winning children's classic. This version of the show features Pee-wee's playhouse and many of the characters of the later series, but with irreverent overtones and jokes including 'mirror shoes' and others.

Who directed The Pee-wee Herman Show?

The Pee-wee Herman Show was directed by Marty Callner, Paul Reubens.

Who stars in The Pee-wee Herman Show?

The principal cast of The Pee-wee Herman Show includes Paul Reubens, Phil Hartman, Lynne Marie Stewart, John Paragon, Edie McClurg.

When was The Pee-wee Herman Show released and how long is it?

The Pee-wee Herman Show was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 58m.

Who composed the musical score for The Pee-wee Herman Show?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Pee-wee Herman Show was composed by Jay Condom.