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The Philco Television Playhouse

1948·Show
267Episodes in8Seasons
IMDb7.5
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The Philco Television Playhouse fingerprint

Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline2
  • Fast Pace2

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia9
  • Pathos6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Satire & Parody2

World

Everyday modern life and show business

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion5
  • Novelty5

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing5
  • Cinematography4
  • Music Composition3

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

The Philco Television Playhouse is an American anthology series that was broadcast live on NBC from 1948 to 1955. Produced by Fred Coe, the series was sponsored by Philco. It was one of the most respected dramatic shows of the Golden Age of Television, winning a 1954 Peabody Award and receiving eight Emmy nominations between 1951 and 1956.
Golden Age AnthologyHistorical TV DramaCharacter-DrivenMid-Century AestheticPrestige Television PrecursorEmotional RealismCultural ArtifactTheatrical Performance

Crew

Directed by:
Delbert Mann, Fred Coe, Vincent J. Donehue
Written by:
Robert Alan Aurthur, Paddy Chayefsky, David Swift
Produced by:
Robert Alan Aurthur, Fred Coe

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is The Philco Television Playhouse worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does The Philco Television Playhouse have?

8 seasons

It has 8 seasons with 267 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did The Philco Television Playhouse air?

It ran from 1948 to 1956 and has ended.

What language is The Philco Television Playhouse in?

English

It was made in English.