Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius (1982)
Overview
A look at the career of comedian Ernie Kovacs, considered a pioneer in the early days of television, and whose innovative TV show spawned the careers of many of today's comics and comedy writers.
Cast
Edie Adams
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Steve Allen
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Chevy Chase
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Ernie Kovacs
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Jack Lemmon
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Jean Shepherd
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Robert Wagner
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