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The Mike Douglas Show

1961 – nowShow21 seasons1112 episodes

ComedyTalk
42
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0

A nostalgic, wholesome comedy series about show business and pop culture.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for scares, brutality or suspense.

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Episodes

21 seasons · 1112 episodes · best: S11E100 "Episode #11.100" 9.8

Episodes

8.2
7.1
8.7
6.1
1.2
9.3
7.8
9.8
7.7
9.3
5.8

Story

The Mike Douglas Show is an American daytime television talk show hosted by Mike Douglas that originally aired only in the Cleveland area during much of its first two years on the air. It then went into syndication in 1963 and remained on television until 1982. It was distributed by Westinghouse Broadcasting and for much of its run, originated from studios of two of the company's TV stations in Cleveland and Philadelphia.

Feels like

  • Classic Variety Show
  • Showbiz Spectacle
  • Nostalgic Comfort Watch
  • Star-Studded Interviews
  • Lighthearted Entertainment
  • Cultural Time Capsule
  • Charismatic Hosting
  • Musical Performances
  • Family Friendly
  • Vintage TV Charm

Cast

24 of 1,554 · most episodes first

Crew

Written by
Jerry Juhl
Produced by
Roger Ailes, Barry Sand, Jack Reilly

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

December 11, 1961 · November 30, 1981 · Still running

First aired
December 11, 1961
Latest episode
November 30, 1981
Status
Still running
Length
21 seasons · 1112 episodes
Genres
Comedy, Talk
Original language
English

Q&A

6 questions, like "Is The Mike Douglas Show worth watching?"

Questions about The Mike Douglas Show

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Mike Douglas Show worth watching?

42
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42 (IMDb 7). Season 8 is the weak spot, with an IMDb average of 1.2 against 9.8 for the best season.

Which season of The Mike Douglas Show is best?

Season 15, with an IMDb average of 9.8. Season 8 is the weakest at 1.2. The highest-rated episode is Episode #11.100 (season 11, episode 100) at 9.8, and the lowest is Episode #8.12 (season 8, episode 12) at 1.2.

Is The Mike Douglas Show okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch The Mike Douglas Show?

1112 h

About 1112 hours: 1112 episodes in 21 seasons of about 60 minutes each since 1961, and it's still in production.

Will The Mike Douglas Show make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly sharp wit (7 of 10) and situational comedy (6 of 10).

Can I half-watch The Mike Douglas Show?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with meta narrative at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.