Hey Hey It's Saturday 1971
What is Hey Hey It's Saturday?
"Hey Hey It's Saturday" was a long-running Australian variety television program. It initially aired on the Nine Network, with its first broadcast occurring on a specific date.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1971
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 673
- Runtime
- 120 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 9, 1971
- Networks
- Nine Network, Seven Network
- Genres
- Comedy, Family, Talk
- Updated
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"Hey Hey It's Saturday" was a long-running Australian variety television program. It initially aired on the Nine Network, with its first broadcast occurring on a specific date. The program's host throughout its entire run was Daryl Somers. Somers would later become involved in the program's production, taking on the role of executive producer. The original producer of the program left in the 1980s. Somers then formed a production company, Somers Carroll Productions, with his on-screen partner Ernie Carroll. Carroll was also the performer of a puppet character known as Ossie Ostrich, which was Somers' sidekick. The program broadcast its last episode on a specific date, concluding its run after many years on the air.
Should you watch it?
“Australia’s iconic variety show blended comedy, music, and puppetry for nearly three decades.”
- Features Daryl Somers’ charismatic hosting
- Showcases classic Australian comedy and music acts
- Family‑friendly PG content with playful puppetry
- Production style reflects its era, which may feel dated to modern viewers
Watch it if you enjoy classic Australian variety shows with comedy, music and lighthearted puppetry.
The program is PG, offering wholesome, family‑appropriate humor and entertainment.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 1 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 9, 1971
Frequently asked questions
When did "Hey Hey It's Saturday" first premiere?
It debuted on the Nine Network on 9 October 1971.
How long did the series run?
The show aired for 27 years, ending on 20 November 1999.
Who was the main host throughout its run?
Daryl Somers hosted the program for its entire duration and later became executive producer.
Was there a notable puppet character on the show?
Yes, the puppet sidekick Ossie Ostrich was performed by Ernie Carroll.
What genre and rating does the series have?
It is classified as a comedy, family, and talk variety program with a PG rating.