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Private Secretary 1953

Status
Ended
First Aired
February 1, 1953
Format
5 seasons · 104 eps
Total Runtime
~52 hours (30 min/ep)
Network
CBS
★ TMDB users: 6.0/10 TV-G Comedy 5 seasons · 104 eps Ended
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What is Private Secretary?

Private Secretary is a television series first released in 1953. Catalogued under Comedy.

Type
TV series
Year
1953
Status
Ended
Episodes
104
Runtime
30 minutes
First aired
Feb 1, 1953
Networks
CBS
Genres
Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.0/10
Format
5 seasons · 104 episodes
Episode runtime
~30 minutes
Status
Ended
Network
CBS
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Private Secretary is a television series first released in 1953. Catalogued under Comedy. Produced and broadcast by CBS. Current status: Ended. Spans 5 seasons and 104 tracked episodes.

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“A witty secretary navigates the glamorous world of a Hollywood talent agent.”

Reasons to watch
  • Charming performances by Ann Sothern and Don Porter
  • Classic 1950s sitcom style
  • Aired alongside The Jack Benny Program on CBS
Keep in mind
  • Production values reflect its 1950s era

Watch it if you enjoy classic 1950s sitcoms with witty office banter.

Its light comedic tone is suitable for general audiences and families.

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Season 1 · 16 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →
Season 2 · 26 episodes Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →
Season 3 · 26 episodes Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →
Season 4 · 21 episodes Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →
Season 5 · 15 episodes Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →
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When did Private Secretary originally air?

It aired from February 1, 1953 to September 10, 1957 on CBS.

Who are the main characters?

The series stars Ann Sothern as secretary Susan Camille “Susie” MacNamara and Don Porter as talent agent Peter Sands.

What is the basic premise?

It follows Susie, a devoted secretary, working for handsome talent agent Peter Sands.

What time slot did the show occupy?

It was broadcast on Sundays at 7:30 pm EST, alternating with The Jack Benny Program.

What genre does the series belong to?

Private Secretary is an American sitcom.

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