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S5·E23 Marty

Core Aired May 24, 1953
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Synopsis

Marty Pilletti is a 36 year-old butcher who lives with his mother. His brothers and sisters are all married and his dear mother - along with several other of her friends - is always asking him why he doesn't find a nice girl and get married. The truth is Marty is lonely and would like nothing better. He has very low self-esteem however and admits to his mother that he's ugly and no one wants him. He's tired of going to the Saturday night dance with his buddies and then going home more depressed than he was when the evening started. At one of those dances he meets ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 23 of The Philco Television Playhouse air?

Season 5, Episode 23 ('Marty') originally aired on May 24, 1953.

How long is Season 5 Episode 23 ('Marty')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for The Philco Television Playhouse.

What happens in The Philco Television Playhouse Season 5 Episode 23?

Marty Pilletti is a 36 year-old butcher who lives with his mother. His brothers and sisters are all married and his dear mother - along with several other of her friends - is always asking him why he doesn't find a nice girl and get married. The truth is Marty is lonely and would like nothing better...

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