Roll Out
Series Overview
Roll Out is an American sitcom that aired Friday evenings on CBS during the 1973-1974 television season. Starring nightclub comedian Stu Gilliam and Hilly Hicks, and featuring Ed Begley, Jr. and Garrett Morris, the series was set in France during World War II and was loosely based on the 1952 film Red Ball Express. Actor Jimmy Lydon, familiar as a juvenile lead in the 1940s, was cast as an Army captain. His character's name was Henry Aldrich: the same name he used in Paramount's comedy features of the forties.
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1 Season • 12 Episodes
30 min per episode
1973 – 1974
Premiered: Fri, Oct 5, 1973
Larry Gelbart
Gene ReynoldsLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 12: “Didn't He Ramble?”
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Larry Gelbart, Gene Reynolds
Larry Gelbart, Gene Reynolds
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Larry Gelbart
Producer
Gene Reynolds
Producer
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What is Roll Out about?
Roll Out is an American sitcom that aired Friday evenings on CBS during the 1973-1974 television season. Starring nightclub comedian Stu Gilliam and Hilly Hicks, and featuring Ed Begley, Jr. and Garrett Morris, the series was set in France during World War II and was loosely based on the 1952 film Red Ball Express. Actor Jimmy Lydon, familiar as a juvenile lead in the 1940s, was cast as an Army captain. His character's name was Henry Aldrich: the same name he used in Paramount's comedy features of the forties.
How many seasons does Roll Out have?
Roll Out comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Roll Out?
Key cast members in Roll Out include Stu Gilliam, Val Bisoglio, Mel Stewart, Hilly Hicks, Ed Begley Jr..
Who created or directed Roll Out?
Roll Out was developed and directed by Larry Gelbart, Gene Reynolds.