This Is Your Life
Series Overview
This Is Your Life is an American television documentary series broadcast on NBC, originally hosted by its producer, Ralph Edwards from 1952 to 1961. In the show, the host surprises a guest, and proceeds to take them through their life in front of an audience, including special guest appearances by colleagues, friends and family. Edwards revived the show in 1971-72, while Joseph Campanella hosted a version in 1983. Edwards returned for some specials in the late 1980s, before his death in 2005. The show originated as a radio show on NBC Radio airing from 1948 to 1952.
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9 Seasons • 289 Episodes
30–60 min per episode
1952 – 1961
Premiered: Wed, Oct 1, 1952
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Season 9, Episode 30: “Dale Robertson”
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Cast & Creators
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Ralph Edwards
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Ralph Edwards
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What is This Is Your Life about?
This Is Your Life is an American television documentary series broadcast on NBC, originally hosted by its producer, Ralph Edwards from 1952 to 1961. In the show, the host surprises a guest, and proceeds to take them through their life in front of an audience, including special guest appearances by colleagues, friends and family. Edwards revived the show in 1971-72, while Joseph Campanella hosted a version in 1983. Edwards returned for some specials in the late 1980s, before his death in 2005. The show originated as a radio show on NBC Radio airing from 1948 to 1952.
How many seasons does This Is Your Life have?
This Is Your Life comprises 9 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in This Is Your Life?
Key cast members in This Is Your Life include Ralph Edwards.
Who created or directed This Is Your Life?
This Is Your Life was developed and directed by Not specified.