The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 15 Episode 188 Alan King (guest host), Norman Fell
- June 30, 1977
Alan King guest hosts this episode of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, with special guest Norman Fell. The show begins with a monologue from King, which includes jokes about politics, gambling, and the recent heatwave in Los Angeles. King then introduces Fell, who talks about his new film, "Moving Violation," and his experience working with director Charles S. Dubin and co-star Pat O'Brien.
The two discuss their past collaborations, including the film "The Graduate," in which Fell played the landlord of Dustin Hoffman's character. King and Fell also touch on the subject of aging in Hollywood and the changing nature of the film industry.
During the show, King introduces musical group "The 5th Dimension," who perform their hit songs "Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In" and "We've Only Just Begun." King chats with the band members about their musical influences and their experiences in the industry.
Later, King and Fell are joined by comedian George Miller, who jokes about his experiences performing at various nightclubs around the country. King introduces a series of sketches, including a spoof of a game show called "The Newly-Deads," in which couples compete to see which partner can guess the most about their spouse's past.
The show also features a stand-up comedy routine from Tom Parks, who jokes about relationships, New York City, and airplane food. King wraps up the show with a heartfelt tribute to Carson, thanking him for his years of service to the show and to the entertainment industry.
Overall, this episode of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is an entertaining and lighthearted mix of comedy, music, and celebrity interviews, showcasing the talents of both host Alan King and special guest Norman Fell.