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The Red Skelton Show

Season 20 (24 Episodes)

Red Skelton's variety show, a staple of American entertainment, delighted audiences with laughter and excitement for 20 years, from 1951 to 1971.

Renowned comedian Red Skelton presided over a beloved television variety show from 1951 to 1971, showcasing a talented ensemble of regular performers and special guest appearances by iconic music acts like the Beach Boys, The Rolling Stones, and The Supremes.

Season 20 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Magic Act

1. The Magic Act

Aired: Sep 14, 1970

Dr. Ludwig Von Humperdoo, a sinister scientist, concocts a plan for global de...

Episode 3 The Family Business

3. The Family Business

Aired: Sep 28, 1970

Robert Wagner guest stars as a reluctant son who must take over his family's ...

Episode 4 The Private Detective

4. The Private Detective

Aired: Oct 5, 1970

Johnny Carson welcomes Mike Connors, a renowned private eye, to the show. Con...

Episode 6 Census Taker

6. Census Taker

Aired: Oct 19, 1970

A census taker becomes entangled in a fiery family argument, while a taxiderm...

Episode 7 Hiring the Secretary

7. Hiring the Secretary

Aired: Oct 26, 1970

A businessman, played by Van Johnson, sees potential in a hobo named Freddie ...

Episode 11 The Yacht Club

11. The Yacht Club

Aired: Nov 23, 1970

Mickey Rooney guest stars as a government agent investigating the latest inve...

Episode 12 Stagecoach Hijack

12. Stagecoach Hijack

Aired: Dec 7, 1970

Michael Landon, known for his iconic role in Bonanza, makes a special guest a...

Episode 17 The Auction

17. The Auction

Aired: Jan 18, 1971

In the next episode, a sly marriage broker concocts a scheme to pair a charis...

Episode 19 The Castaways

19. The Castaways

Aired: Feb 1, 1971

Two down-on-their-luck individuals, portrayed by Red Skelton and Wally Cox, r...

Episode 22 Sheriff Hater

22. Sheriff Hater

Aired: Feb 22, 1971

A revolutionary innovation in tire technology sparks controversy among indust...

Episode 24 Ironside Spoof

24. Ironside Spoof

Aired: Mar 8, 1971

A beloved comedian, Red Skelton, plays Clem Kadiddlehopper, a comedic charact...

Info about The Red Skelton Show

Seasons: 20

Current Status: Ended

Network: NBC

Production Country: United States

Genres:Comedy