MGM Parade 1955
What is MGM Parade?
MGM Parade was a television series produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and aired on the ABC network during the 1955-56 season. The show originally aimed to give viewers an inside look at the operations of a major film studio, featuring interviews with MGM stars and detailed explanations of movie production processes.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1955
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 34
- First aired
- Sep 14, 1955
- Last aired
- May 2, 1956
- Original language
- EN
- Updated
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MGM Parade was a television series produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and aired on the ABC network during the 1955-56 season. The show originally aimed to give viewers an inside look at the operations of a major film studio, featuring interviews with MGM stars and detailed explanations of movie production processes. As the series progressed, its format evolved to focus on edited presentations of MGM films. The program was broadcast on Wednesday evenings and sponsored by companies including American Tobacco and General Foods. It provided audiences with a combination of educational content about filmmaking and entertainment through classic MGM productions. The series showcased various aspects of studio life and offered fans a chance to see their favorite stars in a different context. Over time, the shift in format reflected changes in how television programming could best utilize existing film libraries. MGM Parade served as both a promotional vehicle for the studio and a window into Hollywood’s golden age.
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“A window into MGM's golden-age studio system and stars.”
- Rare behind-the-scenes glimpses of MGM's operations
- Features interviews with legendary MGM stars
- Shows how classic films were made
- Format changed from educational to film reruns
- Limited surviving episodes available today
You're curious about old Hollywood studio life and movie-making processes.
Suitable for classic film enthusiasts and those interested in Hollywood history.
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Season 1 · 34 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Sep 14, 1955
- E2 Episode 2 Core Sep 21, 1955
- E3 Episode 3 Core Sep 28, 1955
- E4 Episode 4 Core Oct 5, 1955
- E5 Episode 5 Core Oct 12, 1955
- E6 Episode 6 Core Oct 19, 1955
- E7 Episode 7 Core Oct 26, 1955
- E8 Episode 8 Core Nov 2, 1955
- E9 Episode 9 Core Nov 9, 1955
- E10 Episode 10 Core Nov 16, 1955
- E11 Episode 11 Core Nov 23, 1955
- E12 Episode 12 Core Nov 30, 1955
- E13 Episode 13 Core Dec 7, 1955
- E14 Episode 14 Core Dec 14, 1955
- E15 Episode 15 Core Dec 21, 1955
- E16 Episode 16 Core Dec 28, 1955
- E17 Episode 17 Core Jan 4, 1956
- E18 Episode 18 Core Jan 11, 1956
- E19 Episode 19 Core Jan 18, 1956
- E20 Episode 20 Core Jan 25, 1956
- E21 Episode 21 Core Feb 1, 1956
- E22 Episode 22 Core Feb 8, 1956
- E23 Episode 23 Core Feb 15, 1956
- E24 Episode 24 Core Feb 22, 1956
- E25 Episode 25 Core Feb 29, 1956
- E26 Episode 26 Core Mar 7, 1956
- E27 Episode 27 Core Mar 14, 1956
- E28 Episode 28 Core Mar 21, 1956
- E29 Episode 29 Core Mar 28, 1956
- E30 Episode 30 Core Apr 4, 1956
- E31 Episode 31 Core Apr 11, 1956
- E32 Episode 32 Core Apr 18, 1956
- E33 Episode 33 Mytharc Apr 25, 1956
- E34 Episode 34 Mytharc May 2, 1956
Frequently asked questions
What studio does this show focus on?
The show focuses on Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) and its operations.
Did the show feature actual movie stars?
Yes, it included interviews with MGM contract players and stars from the studio.
What kind of content can I expect?
Early episodes showed studio tours and filmmaking processes, later episodes featured edited MGM films.
Is this show educational or entertainment?
It started as educational programming about movie production, then shifted to entertainment.
Are the original episodes still available?
Some episodes survive but availability is limited compared to the original run.
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