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Name: The Comedy Shop
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1978-09-08
Cast: Norm CrosbyRip TaylorHenny Youngman

1978
3 Seasons
6.8 (36)

The Comedy Shop was a hilarious and riotous show that premiered in 1978 and ran until 1983. It featured three master comedians at the top of their game, Norm Crosby, Rip Taylor, and Henny Youngman. The DMGI production was a half-hour comedy show that aired on Saturdays at 10:00pm on NBC. Each episode of The Comedy Shop showcased the unique and sharp humor of the three comedians. They took turns performing their stand-up routines, filling the stage with laughter and energy. The three comics had completely different styles of comedy, but their chemistry on stage was electric. Norm Crosby was known for his malapropisms and wordplay. His humor was a bit surreal, and he would often twist words and phrases in unexpected ways, leaving the audience in stitches. Rip Taylor was a madcap funnyman who ruled the stage with his flamboyant style and colorful outfits. He amused the audiences with his comedic acts and props, which included confetti and wigs. Henny Youngman, on the other hand, was more of a traditional stand-up comic, delivering a barrage of one-liners one after the other. He was famous for his rapid-fire delivery of jokes, and he ended each show with his signature line, âTake my wife, please!â The Comedy Shop was hosted by Charlie O'Donnell, who introduced each comedian and provided a little background on their careers. The show also had a live studio audience, and the laughter from the crowd added to the lively atmosphere. The set was relatively simple but decorated with a few props that perfectly suited the comedy acts. One of the unique features of The Comedy Shop was its inclusion of guest comedians. Occasionally, other comic legends and up-and-coming comedians would join the show to perform their routines, adding to the variety of the show. The show was not without controversy, however. In one episode, Norm Crosby made a joke about the then-president Jimmy Carter, which was not well-received by the audience. As a result, the show faced criticism, and some viewers boycotted it. Despite the backlash, The Comedy Shop continued to entertain audiences, and the three comedians became beloved fixtures on the show. Their on-stage banter and chemistry were infectious, and their humor was enjoyed by millions of viewers across America. As time went on, the show's ratings declined, and in 1983, it came to an end. Nevertheless, The Comedy Shop remains a timeless classic, and its stars have continued to be staples in the entertainment industry over the years. The show provided a platform for the three comedians to showcase their talents and made them household names. In conclusion, The Comedy Shop was an extraordinary show that showcased the best of comedy talent in a half-hour show. It was a perfect blend of humor, wit, and entertainment that kept the audience engaged and laughing through each episode. Its legacy remains alive today, inspiring a new generation of comedians to follow in the footsteps of Crosby, Taylor, and Youngman.

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Seasons

3 2 1

25. Episode 25

March 7, 1981

Featuring: Liz Torres, Steve Bluestein, Gary Mule Deer, Yoel Sharr, Skip Stephenson, Richi Gold

24. Episode 24

February 28, 1981

Featuring: Dick Shawn, Marty Cohen, Nancy Parker, Ed Bluestone, Don Adams, Michael Pritchard

23. Episode 23

February 21, 1981

Featuring: Vic Tayback, Kip Addotta, Mike Neun, Roger & Rogers, Bert Convy, Kevin Nealon

22. Milton Berle

January 1, 1980

Call the comedy cops because there?s a laugh riot at Norm Crosby?s crib. The perps: Milton Berle, Irwin Corey, Johnny Dark, Harry Anderson, Betty White and Steve Mittleman. Or? do what any good agent would do?book ?em.

21. Dick Shawn

January 1, 1980

Join Norm Crosby and his guests: Skip Stephenson, Lenny Rush, Jim Teeter, Dick Shawn, Jeff Bridges and Denny Johnston for more laughs than you can shake a stick at?if you were inclined to shake sticks at physical reactions to verbal concepts.

20. Jan Murray

January 1, 1980

Once upon a time there was a place where nobody laughed?it certainly wasn't Norm Crosby?s Comedy Shop the night Jan Murray, Johnny Yune, Bobby Slayton, Kenny Davis, Buddy Hackett and Sandy Hackett were here.

19. Mal Z. Lawrence

January 1, 1980

If you had to write a funny wish list, this would be it: Betty Convoy, George Miller, Billy Kay, Mal Z. Lawrence, Mike Connors and Alan Feiman. Or…maybe it would involve bologna, underwear and a small Shih Tzu.

18. Kelly McDonald

January 1, 1980

Do you like to laugh ‘til you cry? Well, check out the economy…or…watch Tom Dreesen, Jackie Vernon, Kelly McDonald, Glenn Super, Vic Tayback and Tony Lawrence on Norm Crosby's Comedy Shop.

17. Brad Garrett

January 1, 1980

Call the comedy cops because there's a laugh riot at Norm Crosby's crib. The perps: Don Adams, Jack Carter, Scott Koch, Al Bernie, Sorrell Brooke and Brad Garrett. Or… do what any good agent would do…book ‘em.

16. Bowser

January 1, 1980

Join Norm Crosby and his guests: Betty White, Marty Allen, Murray Langston, Shelley Berman, Bowser and David Tyree for more laughs than you can shake a stick at…if you were inclined to shake sticks at physical reactions to verbal concepts.

15. Bob Dubac

January 1, 1980

Once upon a time there was a place where nobody laughed…it certainly wasn't Norm Crosby's Comedy Shop the night Irwin Corey, Jackie Mason, Jeff Altman, Lenny Schultz, Robert Mandan and Bob Dubac were here.

14. Yakov Smirnoff

January 1, 1980

If you had to write a funny wish list, this would be it: Buddy Hackett, Skip Stephenson, Mark Miller, Bob Anerson, Milton Berle and Yakov Smirnoff. Or?maybe it would involve bologna, underwear and a small Shih Tzu.

13. Jack Jones

January 1, 1980

Do you like to laugh ‘til you cry? Well, check out the economy…or…watch Jack Carter, Mickey Manners, Biff Manard, Anthony Russell, Jack Jones and Lorenzo Matawaran on Norm Crosby's Comedy Shop.

12. Shamus M'Cool

January 1, 1980

Call the comedy cops because there?s a laugh riot at Norm Crosby?s crib. The perps: Greg Evigan, Elayne Boosler, Jimmy Martinez, Shamus M'Cool, Henny Youngman and John Pate. Or? do what any good agent would do?book ?em.

11. Bobby Slayton

January 1, 1980

Join Norm Crosby and his guests: Richard Kiel, Marsha Warfield, Eugene Libowitz, Jeremy Krispien, Bernie Kopell and Bobby Slayton for more laughs than you can shake a stick at?if you were inclined to shake sticks at physical reactions to verbal concepts.

10. Phyllis Diller

January 1, 1980

Once upon a time there was a place where nobody laughed?it certainly wasn't Norm Crosby?s Comedy Shop the night George Lindsey, Phyllis Diller, Ron Brown, Bill Kirchenbauer, Foster Brooks and Jesse Emmett were here.

9. Dionne Warwick

January 1, 1980

If you had to write a funny wish list, this would be it: Jackie Gayle, Tom Dreesen, Jeff De Hart, Dionne Warwick and Diane Nichols. Or?maybe it would involve bologna, underwear and a small Shih Tzu.

8. Henny Youngman

January 1, 1980

Do you like to laugh 'til you cry? Well, check out the economy?or?watch Avery Schreiber, Henny Youngman, Mike Binder, Mike Neun, Phil Silvers and Mark Miller on Norm Crosby?s Comedy Shop.

7. Frankie Avalon

January 1, 1980

Call the comedy cops because there's a laugh riot at Norm Crosby's crib. The perps: Frankie Avalon, Jackie Kahane, Jim Wiegand, Ben Powers, Phyllis Diller and Lotus Weinstock. Or… do what any good agent would do…book ‘em.

6. Paul Rodriguez

January 1, 1980

Join Norm Crosby and his guests: Arte Johnson, Steve Bluestein, Joey Villa, Willie Tyler & Lester, Robert Goulet and Paul Rodriguez for more laughs than you can shake a stick at…if you were inclined to shake sticks at physical reactions to verbal concepts.

5. Arsenio Hall

January 1, 1980

Once upon a time there was a place where nobody laughed…it certainly wasn't Norm Crosby's Comedy Shop the night Henny Youngman, Roger & Roger, Bobby Kelton, Jimmy Aleck, Greg Evigan and Arsenio Hall were here.

4. Eva Gabor

January 1, 1980

If you had to write a funny wish list, this would be it: Jack Jones, Marty Brill, Bob Shaw, Stack & Lane, Eva Gabor and Mark Anderson. Or?maybe it would involve bologna, underwear and a small Shih Tzu.

3. Ralph Pope

January 1, 1980

Do you like to laugh 'til you cry? Well, check out the economy?or?watch Foster Brooks, Tom Dreesen, Ralph Pope, O'Brien & Sevara, Gordon Jump and Larry Cobb on Norm Crosby?s Comedy Shop.

2. Guy Marks

January 1, 1980

Call the comedy cops because there's a laugh riot at Norm Crosby's crib. The perps: Robert Goulet, Richard Belzer, Guy Marks, elayne Boosler, Art Linkletter and Ron Brown. Or… do what any good agent would do…book ‘em.

1. Mark Sweet

January 1, 1980

Join Norm Crosby and his guests: Phyllis Diller, Jackie Gayle, Alan Prophet, Roger & Roger, Claude Akins and Mark Sweet for more laughs than you can shake a stick at…if you were inclined to shake sticks at physical reactions to verbal concepts.

Description

Each episode of The Comedy Shop showcased the unique and sharp humor of the three comedians. They took turns performing their stand-up routines, filling the stage with laughter and energy. The three comics had completely different styles of comedy, but their chemistry on stage was electric.

Norm Crosby was known for his malapropisms and wordplay. His humor was a bit surreal, and he would often twist words and phrases in unexpected ways, leaving the audience in stitches. Rip Taylor was a madcap funnyman who ruled the stage with his flamboyant style and colorful outfits. He amused the audiences with his comedic acts and props, which included confetti and wigs. Henny Youngman, on the other hand, was more of a traditional stand-up comic, delivering a barrage of one-liners one after the other. He was famous for his rapid-fire delivery of jokes, and he ended each show with his signature line, âTake my wife, please!â

The Comedy Shop was hosted by Charlie O'Donnell, who introduced each comedian and provided a little background on their careers. The show also had a live studio audience, and the laughter from the crowd added to the lively atmosphere. The set was relatively simple but decorated with a few props that perfectly suited the comedy acts.

One of the unique features of The Comedy Shop was its inclusion of guest comedians. Occasionally, other comic legends and up-and-coming comedians would join the show to perform their routines, adding to the variety of the show.

The show was not without controversy, however. In one episode, Norm Crosby made a joke about the then-president Jimmy Carter, which was not well-received by the audience. As a result, the show faced criticism, and some viewers boycotted it.

Despite the backlash, The Comedy Shop continued to entertain audiences, and the three comedians became beloved fixtures on the show. Their on-stage banter and chemistry were infectious, and their humor was enjoyed by millions of viewers across America.

As time went on, the show's ratings declined, and in 1983, it came to an end. Nevertheless, The Comedy Shop remains a timeless classic, and its stars have continued to be staples in the entertainment industry over the years. The show provided a platform for the three comedians to showcase their talents and made them household names.

In conclusion, The Comedy Shop was an extraordinary show that showcased the best of comedy talent in a half-hour show. It was a perfect blend of humor, wit, and entertainment that kept the audience engaged and laughing through each episode. Its legacy remains alive today, inspiring a new generation of comedians to follow in the footsteps of Crosby, Taylor, and Youngman.

The Comedy Shop is a series that is currently running and has 3 seasons (76 episodes). The series first aired on September 8, 1978.

Where to Watch The Comedy Shop

The Comedy Shop is available for streaming on the DMGI website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Comedy Shop on demand at Amazon Prime, Vudu, FuboTV, Crackle, Tubi TV and Plex.