S1·E1 The Shady Hill Kidnapping
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 1
- Air Date
- January 12, 1982
- Runtime
- 59 minutes
- Director
- Paul Bogart
- Writer
- John Cheever
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Core
Aired January 12, 1982 59 min
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Synopsis
John Cheever's comedy of a supposedly kidnapped five-year-old boy. At first, the police aren't interested until a ransom note is discovered. Then the town goes into action to support the finding of Toby.
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Director & writers
Paul BogartDirectorJohn CheeverWriter
Guest stars
Garrett HanfToby George GrizzardMr. Wooster Polly HollidayMrs. Wooster David Marshall GrantBob Judith IveyLouise Celeste HolmThe Celebrity E. Katherine KerrThe Woman Alan LeachClerk Katherine BalfourMrs. Brown Paul DooleyDetective George HamlinBank Officer Beverly MayChairwoman Ralph ClantonHarper Minette HirschMrs. Chomsky Dorothy BlackburnMrs. Worthington Robert HittCardigan
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 1 of American Playhouse air?
Season 1, Episode 1 ('The Shady Hill Kidnapping') originally aired on January 12, 1982.
How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('The Shady Hill Kidnapping')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 59 minutes.
What happens in American Playhouse Season 1 Episode 1?
John Cheever's comedy of a supposedly kidnapped five-year-old boy. At first, the police aren't interested until a ransom note is discovered. Then the town goes into action to support the finding of Toby....
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