The Lawrence Welk Show
Series Overview
The Lawrence Welk Show is an American televised musical variety show hosted by big band leader Lawrence Welk. The series aired locally in Los Angeles for four years, then nationally for another 27½ years via the ABC network and first-run syndication. In the years since first-run syndication ended, The Lawrence Welk Show has continued to reach new audiences through repeat episodes, broadcast in the United States by Public Broadcasting Service stations. These airings incorporate an original program—usually, a color broadcast from 1965 through 1982—in its entirety. In place of the commercials, newer performance and interview clips from the original stars and/or a family member of the performers are included; these clips are occasionally updated.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
21 Seasons • 65 Episodes
60 min per episode
1955 – 1975
Premiered: Mon, Jun 6, 1955
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 21, Episode 16: “Christmas Show”
Tom Netherton sings "White Christmas". Joe Feeney sings "O Holy Night". Ken Delo sings "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer". Norma Zimmer sings "Ave Maria".
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
1955
3 Episodes →
1956
3 Episodes →
1957
5 Episodes →
1958
3 Episodes →
1959
4 Episodes →
1960
3 Episodes →
1961
4 Episodes →
1962
4 Episodes →
1963
4 Episodes →
1964
3 Episodes →
1965
4 Episodes →
1966
4 Episodes →
1967
6 Episodes →
1968
3 Episodes →
1969
3 Episodes →
1970
3 Episodes →
1971
2 Episodes →
Season 18
1 Episodes →
Season 19
1 Episodes →
Season 20
1 Episodes →
Season 21
1 Episodes →
Cast & Creators
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TV-G: General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
International Certification Matrix
General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lawrence Welk Show
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What is The Lawrence Welk Show about?
The Lawrence Welk Show is an American televised musical variety show hosted by big band leader Lawrence Welk. The series aired locally in Los Angeles for four years, then nationally for another 27½ years via the ABC network and first-run syndication. In the years since first-run syndication ended, The Lawrence Welk Show has continued to reach new audiences through repeat episodes, broadcast in the United States by Public Broadcasting Service stations. These airings incorporate an original program—usually, a color broadcast from 1965 through 1982—in its entirety. In place of the commercials, newer performance and interview clips from the original stars and/or a family member of the performers are included; these clips are occasionally updated.
How many seasons does The Lawrence Welk Show have?
The Lawrence Welk Show comprises 21 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Lawrence Welk Show?
Key cast members in The Lawrence Welk Show include Lawrence Welk.
Who created or directed The Lawrence Welk Show?
The Lawrence Welk Show was developed and directed by Not specified.