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Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius

19821h 36mKeith Burns
IMDb 8.1

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A look at the career of comedian Ernie Kovacs, considered a pioneer in the early days of television, and whose innovative TV show spawned the careers of many of today's comics and comedy writers.

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What is Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius (1982) about?

A look at the career of comedian Ernie Kovacs, considered a pioneer in the early days of television, and whose innovative TV show spawned the careers of many of today's comics and comedy writers.

Who stars in Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius?

Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius stars Edie Adams (Self), Steve Allen (Self), John Barbour (Self - Narrator), Jolene Brand (Self - archival footage), Chevy Chase (Self). The film was directed by Keith Burns.

How long is Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius?

Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1982.

Is Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius worth watching?

Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius holds an IMDb rating of 8.1/10.

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