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The Abbott and Costello Show

1952 – 1954Show2 seasons52 episodesTV-G

Comedy
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1

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

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

Where to watch

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Not for scares, big ideas or brutality.

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Episodes

2 seasons · 52 episodes · best: S1E24 "The Actors' Home" 8.7

Episodes

8.0
8.1

Story

The comedic duo engages in humorous scenarios.

Bud and Lou are unemployed actors living in Mr. Fields’ boarding house. Lou’s girlfriend Hillary lives across the hall. Many situations arise leading to slapstick and puns.

Feels like

  • Classic Vaudeville Comedy
  • Physical Slapstick
  • Abbott and Costello Chemistry
  • Nostalgic Sitcom
  • Light-hearted Entertainment
  • Show Business Setting
  • Witty Banter
  • Family Friendly
  • Low Stakes Humor
  • Vintage TV Charm

Cast

24 of 149 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Jean Yarbrough
Written by
Sid Fields, Clyde Bruckman, Jack Townley

Everyone

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

Facts

December 5, 1952 · May 1, 1954 · Ended

First aired
December 5, 1952
Last aired
May 1, 1954
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 52 episodes
Age rating
TV-G
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
28 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream The Abbott and Costello Show?"

Questions about The Abbott and Costello Show

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Abbott and Costello Show worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51 (IMDb 8.1).

Is The Abbott and Costello Show okay for kids?

TV-G

Yes: it's rated TV-G in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch The Abbott and Costello Show?

22 h

About 22 hours: 52 episodes in 2 seasons of about 25 minutes each, aired from 1952 to 1954.

Will The Abbott and Costello Show make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly slapstick (9 of 10) and sharp wit (7 of 10).

Can I half-watch The Abbott and Costello 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.