The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 7 Episode 139 Carl Reiner (guest host), Neil Simon
- July 15, 1969
As the seventh season of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson rolls on, the superstar host takes a well-deserved night off and passes the hosting duties to the legendary Carl Reiner. Reiner, known for his work as a writer, director, actor, and comedian, takes the reins for the evening, bringing his singular brand of humor and insight to the show's millions of viewers.
Joining Reiner on the couch for the night is fellow titan of American comedy Neil Simon. Simon, whose work as a playwright and screenwriter has earned him countless accolades and awards, sits down with Reiner for a lively conversation about the craft of comedy and the art of writing. Their discussion is both insightful and entertaining, delving into topics ranging from the creative process to the role of humor in society.
As always, the evening's guests are treated to the warm and engaging atmosphere that has made The Tonight Show a beloved television institution. Viewers can expect plenty of laughs, fascinating insights, and unexpected surprises throughout the course of the show, which proves yet again that when it comes to late-night comedy, nobody does it better than Johnny Carson and his A-list guests.