Turn-On
Series Overview
Turn-On is an American sketch comedy series that aired on ABC in February 1969. Only one episode was shown leaving one episode unaired and the show is considered one of the most infamous flops in TV history. Turn-On's sole episode was shown on Wednesday, February 5, 1969, at 8:30 p.m. Eastern. Among the cast were Teresa Graves, who would join the Laugh-In cast that autumn, and Chuck McCann, longtime kiddie show host, character actor, and voice artist. The writing staff included a young Albert Brooks. The guest host for the 1st episode was Tim Conway.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 2 Episodes
30 min per episode
1969 – 1969
Premiered: Wed, Feb 5, 1969
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Two”
The unaired second episode. Guest hosts: Robert Culp and France Nuyen.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Turn-On George Schlatter tells the true story
Type: Behind the Scenes • Published 2010-02-05
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Schlatter, Digby Wolfe
Guy Adenis
Ed Friendly, George Schlatter, Digby Wolfe
Department Leadership Roster
Ed Friendly
Producer
Digby Wolfe
Producer
Guy Adenis
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Turn-On
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What is Turn-On about?
Turn-On is an American sketch comedy series that aired on ABC in February 1969. Only one episode was shown leaving one episode unaired and the show is considered one of the most infamous flops in TV history. Turn-On's sole episode was shown on Wednesday, February 5, 1969, at 8:30 p.m. Eastern. Among the cast were Teresa Graves, who would join the Laugh-In cast that autumn, and Chuck McCann, longtime kiddie show host, character actor, and voice artist. The writing staff included a young Albert Brooks. The guest host for the 1st episode was Tim Conway.
How many seasons does Turn-On have?
Turn-On comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Turn-On?
Key cast members in Turn-On include Hamilton Camp, Teresa Graves, Mel Stewart, Chuck McCann, Carol Wayne.
Who created or directed Turn-On?
Turn-On was developed and directed by George Schlatter, Digby Wolfe.