Johnny Carson
Date of birth: 1925-10-23
Place of birth: Corning, Iowa, USA
Known for: Acting
Also known as: John Carson, 约翰尼·卡森
Biography
John William Carson (October 23, 1925 – January 23, 2005) was an American television host, comedian, writer, and producer. He is best known as the host of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992). Carson received six Primetime Emmy Awards, the Television Academy's 1980 Governor's Award, and a 1985 Peabody Award. He was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in 1987. Carson was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1992 and received a Kennedy Center Honor in 1993. Description above from the Wikipedia article Johnny Carson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Movie Credits
Hollywood's Funniest All-Star Bloopers
1985-01-01
William Shatner, Liz Taylor and many more stars blow lines, lose their pants and more in this hilari
The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show
2020-04-15
For one week in February 1968, Johnny Carson gave up his chair to Harry Belafonte, the first time an
Don Rickles: Alive And Kicking
1972-12-12
Telecast December 1972, DON RICKLES: ALIVE AND KICKING was a huge ratings extravaganza for the netwo
Laurel and Hardy: A Tribute to the Boys
1992-04-05
Modern comedians share their thoughts about Laurel and Hardy. Also includes archival footage of cont
The Newton Boys
1998-03-26
The story of the Newton gang, the most successful bank robbers in history, owing to their good plann
The Swingin' A's
2017-02-07
MLB Network Presents this documentary on the Oakland Athletics powerhouse teams of the 1970's, winne
Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street
2021-04-23
Take a stroll down Sesame Street and witness the birth of the most influential children's show in te
Whales!
1987-11-30
An examination of whales.
Lucy and Desi
2022-01-21
Explore the unlikely partnership and enduring legacy of one of the most prolific power couples in en
Johnny Carson: King of Late Night
2012-05-14
Chronological look at the life and career of Johnny Carson (1925-2005), with commentary from an ex-w
Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '70s & '80s: The Master of Laughs!
1994-01-01
Volume 2 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Best of the '70s & '80s. The moments that spring im
Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '80s & '90s: The King of Late Night
1994-01-01
Volume 3 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Best of the '80s & '90s. Some of today's top comedy
Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '60s & '70s: Heeere's Johnny!
1994-01-01
Volume 1 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Best of the '60s & '70s. I'm often asked, "What is
Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - The Final Show: America Says Farewell
1994-01-01
Volume 4 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Final Show (May 22, 1992). Carson's touching and hi
Johnny Goes Home
1982-02-15
Johnny Carson makes a nostalgic visit back to his hometown of Norfolk, Nebraska in the fall of 1981,
Behind the Candelabra
2013-05-26
Based on the autobiographical novel, the tempestuous 6-year relationship between Liberace and his (m
Llyn Foulkes One Man Band
2013-06-20
This documentary follows painter and musician Lyn Foulkes from age 70 to 77 as he labors to complete
Looking for Love
1964-08-05
An aspiring young singer unexpectedly gets her big break by inventing a specialized clothes rack.
The Minnie Riperton Story
2009-06-07
Documenting the rise and finite career of late R&B recording artist Minnie Riperton.
Live and Swingin': The Ultimate Rat Pack Collection
2003-12-30
Collection of songs performed at the "Frank Sinatra Spectacular," a 1965 benefit by the various memb
Jay Leno's Family Comedy Hour
1987-11-25
Jay Leno hosts "Jay Leno's Family Comedy Hour," a one hour special featuring a humorous look at the
Won't You Be My Neighbor?
2018-06-29
For more than thirty years, and through his television program, Fred Rogers (1928-2003), host, produ
The Garry Shandling Show: 25th Anniversary Special
1986-01-08
A parody of Johnny Carson anniversary shows made for the Showtime cable network.
Finster
2022-08-01
Howard Finster, the grandfather of the Southern Folk Art movement was a pioneer that showed the worl
Biography: Bob Hope: America's Entertainer
2003-08-22
His career started in the glory days of vaudeville. More than 70 years later, he is revered as the m
Audrey
2020-11-30
An unprecedented and intimate look at the life, work and enduring legacy of British actress Audrey H
CBS Salutes Lucy: The First 25 Years
1976-11-28
CBS honors Lucille Ball with this celebration of her three CBS series: I Love Lucy, The Lucy Show an
Seinfeld: How It Began
2004-11-23
A documentary detailing the troubled beginnings of “the show about nothing”.
The Best of Carson, Volume 1
2006-11-07
Relive the memories from 30 years of The Tonight Show in this 3 DVD collection of the most hilarious
The Ultimate Collection Starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 60s and 70s
2002-10-13
From those early days of black and white with Ed Ames' memorable Tomahawk toss, to Tiny Tim's Techni
The Ultimate Collection starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 70s and 80s
2002-10-13
Classic Carson monologues, visits from Carnac and Art Fern, comedians Eddie Murphy, Garry Shandling,
Untold: Caitlyn Jenner
2021-08-24
Caitlyn Jenner's unlikely path to Olympic glory was inspirational. But her more challenging road to
Sheena Easton: Act One
1983-01-01
A variety special starring Sheena Easton.
TV's Funniest Comedians - 14 Stars Do Classic Routines
1986-04-16
A compilation film of stand up performances and comedy routines featuring some of the biggest stars
Gone Before His Time: Freddie Prinze Sr.
2023-12-20
A deep dive into the short yet impactful life of the trailblazing Latino comic whose son also went o
Kraft Salutes the George Burns 90th Birthday Special
1986-01-17
An all-star cast celebrates George Burn's 90th birthday and showcases highlights in Burns' career.
Butterfly in the Sky
2024-03-17
Two seconds into the bubbling synth sounds of its theme song will have a child of the 1980s or ‘90s
The Man Who Stole Einstein's Brain
2023-05-03
On April 18, 1955, the pathologist performing the autopsy on Albert Einstein covertly steals the gen
Cancel My Reservation
1972-09-21
Bob Hope is a stressed out talk show host who is sent on a vacation to Arizona on doctor's orders an
George Burns Celebrates 80 Years in Show Business
1983-09-19
An all-star celebrity tribute to celebrate George Burns 80th Anniversary in show business.
Friars Club Roast of Don Rickles
1970-09-30
The New York Friars club roasts Don Rickles. Hosted by Johnny Carson.
The Dean Martin Christmas Show
1968-12-19
A Classic Holiday Celebration with Dean and Friends.
Bob Hope: Laughing With the Presidents
1996-11-23
For 11 Presidents, Bob Hope was a golfing buddy, national jester and constant guest at the White Hou
Whitney: Can I Be Me
2017-04-24
The life and tragic death of Whitney Houston.
Joys
1976-03-05
Over fifty of the greatest living comedians are called to a party at Bob Hope's house, where each of
Jerry Before Seinfeld
2017-09-19
Jerry Seinfeld returns to the club that gave him his start in the 1970s, mixing iconic jokes with st
Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic
2013-04-23
Mike Epps, Richard Pryor Jr. and others recount the culture-defining influence of Richard Pryor - on
Lucy Moves to NBC
1980-02-08
Contacted by Fred Silverman, the President of NBC, Lucille Ball accepts to go back to work as a prod
This Is Bob Hope...
2017-12-29
During his career, Bob Hope was the only performer to achieve top-rated success in every form of mas
Lucy's Really Lost Moments
1956-01-01
The legendary Lucille Ball as you've never seen her before! Laugh along with Lucy and Desi in these
Johnny Carson Celebrates Christmas
2008-11-11
For the first time ever, this release brings together the magic of the holiday season with three cla
Game Changers
2018-06-29
Alex Trebek hosts a documentary about television game shows featuring interviews with a number of ga
Jack Benny: Comedy in Bloom
1992-10-05
Co-stars and celebrity admirers go through Benny's entire career
Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice
2019-09-06
With one of the most memorably stunning voices that has ever hit the airwaves, Linda Ronstadt burst
James Stewart: A Wonderful Life
1987-03-13
Documentary about James Stewart's long career as an actor and positive personal life.
Mike Wallace Is Here
2019-07-26
For over half a century, 60 Minutes' fearsome newsman Mike Wallace went head-to-head with the world'
Quality Balls: The David Steinberg Story
2013-05-24
A look at the life and work of Canadian comedy icon David Steinberg.
Pure Goldie
1971-02-15
A comedy/variety special hosted by Goldie Hawn featuring special guests Ruth Buzzi, Johnny Carson, B
The Great Toilet Paper Scare
2020-02-15
The untold story of a notorious incident involving Johnny Carson, a lot of toilet paper, and million
The Best of The Tonight Show: Stand - Up Comedians
2007-06-05
The funniest comedians ever to visit the Tonight Show including Jerry Seinfield, George Carlin, Drew
Carson Country
2006-09-12
It's an all star, all American country line-up! We've opened the vaults and re-discovered treasured
The World of Jim Henson
1994-11-23
In this episode of PBS' Great Performances, the history and legacy of puppeteer Jim Henson is explor
My Darling Vivian
2020-04-27
The story of Vivian Liberto, Johnny Cash's first wife and the mother of his four daughters. Includes
The Best of Bob Hope: 50 Years of Laughter — Volume 1
2001-02-22
This Bob Hope Special called “Highlights of a Quarter Century” begins his 26th year with NBC in 1975
The Best of Bob Hope: 50 Years of Laughter — Volume 2
2001-02-22
This Bob Hope Special called “Highlights of a Quarter Century” begins his 26th year with NBC in 1975
Frank Sinatra Spectacular
1965-06-12
The Rat Pack -- Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., and Dean Martin -- in their only joint television p
The Best of the Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts
1998-01-01
Video series spotlighting memorable moments and roasts hosted by Dean Martin. "Dean Martin Celebrity
The Front Runner
2018-11-06
Gary Hart, former Senator of Colorado, becomes the front-runner for the Democratic presidential nomi
Life Itself
2014-07-04
The surprising and entertaining life of renowned film critic and social commentator Roger Ebert (194
The Battered Bastards of Baseball
2014-01-20
Hollywood veteran Bing Russell creates the only independent baseball team in the country—alarming th
Jimmy Carter: Man from Plains
2007-10-26
A chronicle of the former president's tour recent for his book "Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid."
Jeff Dunham: Talking Heads
2019-05-28
Ventriloquist/comic Jeff Dunham talks about his childhood and his start into the world of ventriloqu
Stuart Little
1966-03-06
Johnny Carson narrates E.B White's story about a mouse born to human parents.
The Many Faces of Jim Carey
2023-01-05
From his humble beginnings in Canada to becoming one of Hollywood's most beloved and successful star
Murder at N.B.C.
1966-10-19
A comedy classic whodunit with an amazing comedic ensemble group. An hour comedy special in which Bo
Mr. Baseball, Bob Uecker
2014-07-17
Celebrating colorful broadcaster Bob Uecker and his 50-plus years in baseball. His famously undistin
Luther: Never Too Much
2024-11-01
Luther Vandross started his career supporting David Bowie, Roberta Flack, Bette Midler, and more. Hi
Mickey's 50
1978-11-19
"Mickey's 50" is a 90-minute special that aired on The Wonderful World of Disney on November 19, 197
The Capote Tapes
2021-09-10
A portrait of the brilliant American writer Truman Capote (1924-84) and the New York high society of
Bad Hostage
2024-06-13
In a investigation into the pernicious origins of Stockholm Syndrome, a thrilling family story inter
6 morts dans la nuit : « De sang-froid » – Truman Capote
2024-11-20
To write In Cold Blood (1966), a nonfiction novel that revolutionized world literature, Truman Capot
The Best of Johnny Carson
2010-01-01
This collection features the most memorable and iconic personality in all of late night television.
Gore Vidal: The United States of Amnesia
2013-08-04
Anchored by intimate, one-on-one interviews with the man himself, Nicholas Wrathall’s new documentar
Carnival Nights
1968-03-20
Jack Benny presents a variety hour with a carnival theme that stars Lucille Ball, Johnny Carson, Ben
Untitled Joan Rivers Documentary
Called “quite possible the most intuitively funny woman alive” by the New York Times television crit
Three Men on a Horse
1957-04-18
A meek salesman with an uncanny ability to pick horses is virtually kidnapped by a trio of gamblers.
A Love Letter to Jack Benny
1981-02-05
Love Letter to Jack Benny" is a wonderfully warm-hearted tribute to the late comic genius. Hosted by
Jim Henson Idea Man
2024-05-18
Featuring unprecedented access to Jim Henson's personal archives, filmmaker Ron Howard brings us a f