The Bob Hope Show 1950
What is The Bob Hope Show?
The Bob Hope Show debuted on April 9, 1950, and became a staple of American television variety programming. Hosted by Bob Hope, the show featured comedic monologues, musical guests, and celebrity interviews.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1950
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 217
- First aired
- Apr 9, 1950
- Last aired
- May 28, 1984
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Genres
- Comedy, Family, Talk
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 217 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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The Bob Hope Show debuted on April 9, 1950, and became a staple of American television variety programming. Hosted by Bob Hope, the show featured comedic monologues, musical guests, and celebrity interviews. During the 1952-1953 season, it was part of NBC's rotating Sunday night block known as "The Colgate Comedy Hour." The program was also referred to as "The Chevy Show with Bob Hope." A special edition that aired in October 1950 was noted for its high production cost, making it the most expensive television program produced up to that time. For several seasons, the show aired monthly on Tuesday nights. Bob Hope concurrently hosted both a television and a radio version of the show. The series ran for multiple decades and included numerous cast and crew members over its long run.
Should you watch it?
“Bob Hope brings his legendary comedic style to television in this long-running variety series.”
- features a celebrated comedian
- offers a historical look at early television
- includes high-production value specials
- broadcast schedules shifted frequently
- format rotated with other programs
Watch it if you enjoy classic variety entertainment hosted by a legendary comedian.
The program features standard variety entertainment suitable for general audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Apr 9, 1950
- E2 Episode 2 May 27, 1950
- E3 Episode 3 Sep 14, 1950
- E4 Episode 4 Nov 26, 1950
- E5 Episode 5 Dec 24, 1950
- E6 Episode 6 Apr 8, 1951
Season 2 · 5 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 14, 1951
- E2 Episode 2 Dec 2, 1951
- E3 Episode 3 Mar 9, 1952
- E4 Episode 4 Apr 26, 1952
- E5 Episode 5 Jun 15, 1952
Season 3 · 1 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Apr 18, 1952
Season 4 · 9 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 20, 1953
- E2 Episode 2 Nov 17, 1953
- E3 Episode 3 Dec 15, 1953
- E4 Episode 4 Jan 26, 1954
- E5 Episode 5 Feb 16, 1954
- E6 Episode 6 Mar 16, 1954
- E7 Episode 7 Apr 13, 1954
- E8 Episode 8 May 11, 1954
- E9 Episode 9 Jun 1, 1954
Season 5 · 7 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 12, 1954
- E2 Episode 2 Dec 7, 1954
- E3 Episode 3 Jan 9, 1955
- E4 Episode 4 Feb 1, 1955
- E5 Episode 5 Mar 1, 1955
- E6 Episode 6 Apr 26, 1955
- E7 Episode 7 May 24, 1955
Frequently asked questions
When did the show debut?
The Bob Hope Show debuted on April 9, 1950.
What other name is the show known by?
It was also known as The Chevy Show with Bob Hope.
Was the show part of a block?
During the 1952-1953 season, it rotated within a Sunday night block called The Colgate Comedy Hour.
Did Bob Hope host other media?
Yes, Bob Hope hosted his own television show and radio show simultaneously.
How much did the first special cost?
The first special cost $1,500 a minute to produce, making it the most expensive program at that time.