Howdy Doody
Series Overview
Howdy Doody is an American children's television program that was created and produced by E. Roger Muir and telecast on the NBC network in the United States from December 27, 1947 until September 24, 1960. It was a pioneer in children's television programming and set the pattern for many similar shows. One of the first television series produced at NBC in Rockefeller Center, in Studio 3A, it was also a pioneer in early color production as NBC used the show in part to sell color television sets in the 1950s.
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1 Season • 1 Episodes
30–60 min per episode
1947 – 1947
Premiered: Sat, Dec 27, 1947
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 1: “Gumby On The Moon (short)”
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
E. Roger Muir
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What is Howdy Doody about?
Howdy Doody is an American children's television program that was created and produced by E. Roger Muir and telecast on the NBC network in the United States from December 27, 1947 until September 24, 1960. It was a pioneer in children's television programming and set the pattern for many similar shows. One of the first television series produced at NBC in Rockefeller Center, in Studio 3A, it was also a pioneer in early color production as NBC used the show in part to sell color television sets in the 1950s.
How many seasons does Howdy Doody have?
Howdy Doody comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Howdy Doody?
Key cast members in Howdy Doody include Buffalo Bob Smith, Bob Keeshan, Bobby Nicholson, Lew Anderson, Bill LeCornec.
Who created or directed Howdy Doody?
Howdy Doody was developed and directed by E. Roger Muir.