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The Val Doonican Show

Series Overview

Relaxed Irish crooner Val Doonican sits in a rocking chair, wearing cardigans or jumpers, and playing the guitar, performing easy listening and country material – and often comedic Irish songs. Comedy newcomer Dave Allen was a frequent regular in 1965-66. Guests included Lulu, Marianne Faithfull, Lonnie Donegan, Cliff Richard, The Shadows, Adam Faith, Sandie Shaw, Julie Felix, The Bachelors, Kathy Kirby, Cilla Black, The Alan Price Set, Frank Ifield, Rolf Harris, The Beverley Sisters, Nana Mouskouri, David Nixon, Les Dawson, Arthur Askey, Roy Castle, Norman Vaughan, Derek Nimmo, Des O’Connor, Kenneth McKellar, Sheila Hancock, Ray Alan, and Matt Monro.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
ITV1
Episodes & Seasons

6 Seasons • 38 Episodes

45 min per episode

Air Date Window

1970 – 1975

Premiered: Wed, Nov 18, 1970

Created By
Val Doonican

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Jan 28, 1975

Season 6, Episode 7: “Episode 7”

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Val Doonican

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Val Doonican Show

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What is The Val Doonican Show about?

Relaxed Irish crooner Val Doonican sits in a rocking chair, wearing cardigans or jumpers, and playing the guitar, performing easy listening and country material – and often comedic Irish songs. Comedy newcomer Dave Allen was a frequent regular in 1965-66. Guests included Lulu, Marianne Faithfull, Lonnie Donegan, Cliff Richard, The Shadows, Adam Faith, Sandie Shaw, Julie Felix, The Bachelors, Kathy Kirby, Cilla Black, The Alan Price Set, Frank Ifield, Rolf Harris, The Beverley Sisters, Nana Mouskouri, David Nixon, Les Dawson, Arthur Askey, Roy Castle, Norman Vaughan, Derek Nimmo, Des O’Connor, Kenneth McKellar, Sheila Hancock, Ray Alan, and Matt Monro.

How many seasons does The Val Doonican Show have?

The Val Doonican Show comprises 6 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Val Doonican Show?

Key cast members in The Val Doonican Show include Val Doonican.

Who created or directed The Val Doonican Show?

The Val Doonican Show was developed and directed by Val Doonican.