The Gong Show poster

The Gong Show (1976)

TV Series ★ 6.7 30 min

Comedy

The Gong Show is an amateur talent contest franchised by Sony Pictures Television to many countries. It was broadcast on NBC's daytime schedule from June 14, 1976 through July 21, 1978, and in first-run syndication from 1976 to 1980 and 1988 to 1989. The show was produced by Chuck Barris, who also served as host for the NBC run and from 1977 to 1980 in syndication. The show is best remembered for its absurdist humor and style, often awarding participants ridiculous and worthless prizes.

Chuck Barris Creator

▶ Play

Episodes

Quick facts

Released
June 14, 1976
Runtime
30 min
IMDb
tt0133303
Language
English
Studio
Chuck Barris Productions, Chris Bearde Productions

Themes

Cast

Charlie O'Donnell Charlie O'Donnell Chuck Barris Chuck Barris Gary Owens Gary Owens Jaye P. Morgan Jaye P. Morgan Johnny Jacobs Michele Lee Michele Lee Phyllis Diller Phyllis Diller

More Like This

More like The Gong Show ›
The Scooby-Doo/Dynomutt Hour 1976 ★ 7.9
Xiaolin Showdown 2003 ★ 8.0
The Archie Show 1968 ★ 8.0
The Carol Burnett Show 1967 ★ 7.7
Get Smart 1995 ★ 7.4
Zoey 101 2005 ★ 8.1
Captain Caveman and the Teen Angels 1980 ★ 7.1
The Cosby Show 1984 ★ 7.0
MAD 2010 ★ 8.0
The Lucy Show 1962 ★ 7.1
Wacky Races 1968 ★ 7.3
The New Scooby and Scrappy-Doo Show 1983 ★ 8.0

Also Worth Watching

Big Fat Quiz 2004
Shooting Stars 1993
What's My Line? 1950
Never Mind the Buzzcocks 1996
Mock the Week 2005
Hollywood Game Night 2013
Taskmaster 2015
The Muppet Show 1976
Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out 2005
Game Shakers 2015
Would I Lie to You? 2007
Whose Line Is It Anyway? 1988
A Black Lady Sketch Show 2019
The Dick Van Dyke Show 1961
Leave It to Beaver 1957
The Bob Newhart Show 1972
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In 1968

Frequently asked questions

What is The Gong Show about?
The Gong Show is an amateur talent contest franchised by Sony Pictures Television to many countries. It was broadcast on NBC's daytime schedule from June 14, 1976 through July 21, 1978, and in first-run syndication from 1976 to 1980 and 1988 to 1989. The show was produced by Chuck Barris, who also served as host for the NBC run and from 1977 to 1980 in syndication. The show is best remembered for its absurdist humor and style, often awarding participants ridiculous and worthless prizes.
Who created The Gong Show?
The Gong Show was created by Chuck Barris.
Who stars in The Gong Show?
The Gong Show stars Charlie O'Donnell, Chuck Barris, Gary Owens, Jaye P. Morgan.
When was The Gong Show released?
The Gong Show is a 1976 comedy series.
Where can I watch The Gong Show?
You can watch The Gong Show with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.