MGM Parade 1955

Overview

MGM Parade was a television series produced in the mid‑1950s that offered audiences a glimpse behind the scenes of one of Hollywood’s major studios. The program’s initial concept centered on revealing the inner workings of the Metro‑Goldwyn‑Mayer studio, featuring on‑camera interviews with its contracted stars and providing commentary on the processes involved in making motion pictures. By presenting conversations with actors and explanations of production techniques, the series aimed to educate viewers about the collaborative efforts that brought films to the screen. As the show progressed, its format shifted; rather than focusing solely on studio operations and celebrity interviews, later episodes presented edited excerpts from MGM’s own feature films, allowing the network to showcase condensed versions of the studio’s catalog. This evolution reflected a change in emphasis from a documentary‑