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1953

The Milton Berle Show - Season 5

The Texaco Star Theatre was one of the most popular shows in the history of television. In the first year, Milton Berle was not the permanent emcee, but once he replaced the rotation, the show soared to ratings dominance (Number One in 1950-51), NBC dominated Tuesday night, and Berle became the first great star of the new medium, "Mr. Television". The basic format was modeled after a vaudeville variety hour, spotlighting Berle's jokes, sight gags, and costumes.

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A blast of vaudeville energy and live TV magic from television's golden age. Milton Berle commands the stage with rapid-fire gags, variety acts, and that infectious showman energy that made him 'Mr. Television.' Perfect for when you want pure, unapologetic entertainment and nostalgia.

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Cast

Milton BerleDolores GrayRonald Reagan

Director

Greg Garrison

If tonight is a The Milton Berle Show - Season 5 night…

…these live in the same corner of my head.

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Tell me what kind of night it is — I'll do the rest.