The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 10 Episode 141

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 10 Episode 141 Joey Bishop (guest host), Allan Drake

  • April 28, 1972

Joey Bishop takes over guest hosting duties on tonight's episode of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. He welcomes comedian Allan Drake as his first guest, who regales the audience with hilarious stories of his life as a performer. Bishop and Drake engage in witty banter and poke fun at current events and pop culture.

During the next segment, Bishop invites a group of young boys onto the set to play the game “Stump the Band.” The boys ask the band to play obscure songs and challenge them to name the tune. The band impressively rises to the occasion, successfully identifying each song. Bishop quips, “These guys could name a song from a mosquito’s hum!”

In an interview with comedian superstar Jerry Lewis, Bishop and Lewis reminisce about their long friendship, which began in their early days in the business. The two joke around, with Lewis exclaiming that he had to come on the show because he was afraid Bishop might sue him if he didn't.

Next, Bishop introduces the musical guests for the evening, The Letterman. The band performs their hit song “The Way You Look Tonight,” which receives a standing ovation from the audience.

Bishop kicks off the final segment of the show by chatting with audience members. He asks for volunteers who are willing to come up on stage and participate in a game. A young woman named Judy is chosen, and Bishop asks her a series of questions to see how well she knows her husband. The game causes uproarious laughter, as Judy reveals surprising details about her partner.

The show concludes with Bishop thanking his guests for joining him and expressing his delight in guest hosting once again. The audience cheers as the credits roll, and the show closes with The Tonight Show theme song playing in the background.

Overall, this episode of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson features hilarious comedian Allan Drake, beloved entertainer Jerry Lewis, and a lively game segment that keeps the audience engaged and entertained. Joey Bishop proves to be a charismatic and engaging guest host, delivering witty and humorous commentary throughout the show. The musical performance from The Letterman adds a touch of nostalgia to the episode, making it a delightful and enjoyable viewing experience for any fan of classic late-night television.

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Description
  • First Aired
    April 28, 1972
  • Language
    English