The Gong Show With Dave Attell

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  • TV-PG
  • 2008
  • 1 Season
  • 6.9  (846)

The Gong Show With Dave Attell is a classic variety show that first aired in 1976 and ran until 1980. The show was produced by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment and starred a number of iconic hosts and judges, including Charlie O'Donnell, Jaye P. Morgan, Johnny Jacobs, Michele Lee, Phyllis Diller, and George Gray.

The Gong Show featured a wide range of amateur performers who would come on stage to showcase their unique talents in front of a live audience and a panel of celebrity judges. The show was known for its outrageous and often bizarre performances, which included everything from singing and dancing to juggling, magic tricks, and animal acts.

The judges were given giant mallets that they could use to gong any performer off the stage if they didn't like their act. The goal was to make it all the way through a performance without getting gonged, which would allow the performer to win cash prizes and other rewards.

In addition to the celebrity judges, The Gong Show also featured a rotating cast of guest stars who would offer their own hilarious commentary on the performances. These included stars from comedy, music, and film, such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Farrah Fawcett, and Jamie Farr.

One of the most memorable aspects of The Gong Show was its host, Dave Attell. Attell was known for his irreverent and often outrageous sense of humor, which helped to keep the show lively and entertaining even during slow moments. He frequently interacted with the judges and performers, often making jokes and wisecracks at their expense.

Despite its somewhat chaotic format, The Gong Show was actually highly influential in the world of television production. It introduced new concepts such as the live variety show and the incorporation of audience participation and social media. It also helped to launch the careers of many famous performers, including Paul Reubens, aka Pee-Wee Herman, and Andrea McArdle, who went on to star in the Broadway musical Annie.

Overall, The Gong Show With Dave Attell was a groundbreaking and highly entertaining variety show that helped to redefine the way that television was produced and consumed. Its wacky and unpredictable performances, celebrity judges, and irreverent humor made it a hit with audiences of all ages, and its legacy can still be seen in the many variety shows that have come after it.

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The Gong Show with Dave Attell 106
8. The Gong Show with Dave Attell 106
September 4, 2008
Dave Attell brings together Ron White, Jim Norton and JB Smoov to judge this outrageous talent showcase. Acts include a 300lb Stripper, an Extreme Pogo Star and a woman who swallows a 3 foot long balloon.
The Gong Show with Dave Attell 103
7. The Gong Show with Dave Attell 103
August 28, 2008
Dave Attell is joined by judges Adam Carolla, Kate Walsh and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, on this outrageous talent showcase. Acts include the Human Helicopter, a one man horn band and Cookie Mongo.
The Gong Show with Dave Attell 107
6. The Gong Show with Dave Attell 107
August 21, 2008
Dave Attell brings together Greg Giraldo, Andy Dick, and Dave Navaro to judge this outrageous talent showcase. Acts include a Dirty Ventriloquist, a Contortionist Pool Player and a guy who balances a running lawnmower on his face.
The Gong Show with Dave Attell 104
5. The Gong Show with Dave Attell 104
August 14, 2008
Dave Attell is joined by judges Adam Carolla, Dana & Julia and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, on this outrageous talent showcase. Acts include an Xtreme Unicyclist, a man who drills a corkscrew into his nose and the Arch Duke Pimp.
The Gong Show with Dave Attell 101
4. The Gong Show with Dave Attell 101
August 7, 2008
Dave Attell brings together Steve Schirripa, Brian Posehn, and Andy Dick to judge this outrageous talent showcase. Acts include a YoYo expert, Catholic School Girl Contortionists and a Unicyclist Bag Piper.
The Gong Show with Dave Attell 105
3. The Gong Show with Dave Attell 105
July 31, 2008
Dave Attell hosts a showcase of ridiculous talents with the help of his guest judges: good ol' boy Ron White, down and dirty comedian Jim Norton, and the smooth-talking JB Smoov. They've got a revolving door of outrageous acts to rag on--who will get gonged? Tune in to find out.
The Gong Show with Dave Attell 102
2. The Gong Show with Dave Attell 102
July 24, 2008
Dave Attell brings together Steve Schirripa, Brian Posehn, and Triumph, the Insult Comic Dog to judge outrageous talent showcase. Acts include Human Pincushion, 300-lb Escape Artist, man who kicks self in head.
The Gong Show with Dave Attell 108
1. The Gong Show with Dave Attell 108
July 17, 2008
Host Dave Attell presents wild talent showcase with guest judges Dave Navarro, Andy Dick and JB Smoove. Acts include Midget Wrestling World Champion, Water Glass Symphony, and Monkey Burlesque.
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  • Premiere Date
    July 17, 2008
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (846)
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