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The Bozo Show 1958

Status
Ended
First Aired
February 12, 1958
Format
1 season · 100 eps
Total Runtime
~100 hours (60 min/ep)
Created By
Alan W. Livingston
Network
WGN America
★ TMDB users: 8.0/10 1 seasons · 100 eps Ended
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What is The Bozo Show?

The Bozo Show is a television series first released in 1958. Produced and broadcast by WGN America.

Type
TV series
Year
1958
Status
Ended
Episodes
100
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Feb 12, 1958
Networks
WGN America
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 8.0/10
Format
1 season · 100 episodes
Episode runtime
~60 minutes
Status
Ended
Network
WGN America
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Overview

The Bozo Show is a television series first released in 1958. Produced and broadcast by WGN America. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 100 tracked episodes.

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Should you watch it?

“A beloved clown‑led variety show that entertained generations of children.”

Reasons to watch
  • Classic clown antics and sketches
  • Wide variety of games and performances
  • Longest‑running entry in the Bozo franchise
Keep in mind
  • Production reflects its mid‑20th‑century era
  • Primarily aimed at a young audience

Watch it if you enjoy classic, lighthearted children’s variety programming featuring a circus‑style clown.

The whimsical, kid‑focused humor makes it suitable for children and family viewing.

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What kind of program is The Bozo Show?

It is a locally produced children’s television program featuring clown‑centered variety segments.

Where was The Bozo Show originally broadcast?

It aired on WGN‑TV in Chicago and later nationally on what is now WGN America.

How long did the series run under the title The Bozo Show?

The series used the title The Bozo Show for 14 years out of its more than 40‑year run.

What is the show’s relationship to the Bozo the Clown franchise?

It is a local version of the internationally franchised Bozo the Clown format and the longest‑running entry in that franchise.

Why is The Bozo Show considered notable?

It is recognized as the most popular and successful locally produced children’s program in television history.

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