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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Estimate the schedule using 34 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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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.
Should you watch it?
“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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Episode guide
Season 1 · 34 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Sep 14, 1955
- E2 Episode 2 Sep 21, 1955
- E3 Episode 3 Sep 28, 1955
- E4 Episode 4 Oct 5, 1955
- E5 Episode 5 Oct 12, 1955
- E6 Episode 6 Oct 19, 1955
- E7 Episode 7 Oct 26, 1955
- E8 Episode 8 Nov 2, 1955
- E9 Episode 9 Nov 9, 1955
- E10 Episode 10 Nov 16, 1955
- E11 Episode 11 Nov 23, 1955
- E12 Episode 12 Nov 30, 1955
- E13 Episode 13 Dec 7, 1955
- E14 Episode 14 Dec 14, 1955
- E15 Episode 15 Dec 21, 1955
- E16 Episode 16 Dec 28, 1955
- E17 Episode 17 Jan 4, 1956
- E18 Episode 18 Jan 11, 1956
- E19 Episode 19 Jan 18, 1956
- E20 Episode 20 Jan 25, 1956
- E21 Episode 21 Feb 1, 1956
- E22 Episode 22 Feb 8, 1956
- E23 Episode 23 Feb 15, 1956
- E24 Episode 24 Feb 22, 1956
- E25 Episode 25 Feb 29, 1956
- E26 Episode 26 Mar 7, 1956
- E27 Episode 27 Mar 14, 1956
- E28 Episode 28 Mar 21, 1956
- E29 Episode 29 Mar 28, 1956
- E30 Episode 30 Apr 4, 1956
- E31 Episode 31 Apr 11, 1956
- E32 Episode 32 Apr 18, 1956
- E33 Episode 33 Apr 25, 1956
- E34 Episode 34 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.