The Campbell Playhouse

1952 – 1954Show2 seasons46 episodes

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Summary

The Campbell Playhouse is a live CBS radio drama series directed by and starring Orson Welles. Produced by John Houseman, it was a sponsored continuation of The Mercury Theatre on the Air.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Kids

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, scares or brutality.

Shows with

Cast

2 of 2 · most episodes first

Crew

Everyone

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

Facts

June 6, 1952 · May 28, 1954 · Ended

First aired
June 6, 1952
Last aired
May 28, 1954
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 46 episodes
Original language
English

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is The Campbell Playhouse okay for kids?"

Questions about The Campbell Playhouse

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Campbell Playhouse okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch The Campbell Playhouse?

23 h

About 23 hours: 46 episodes in 2 seasons of about 30 minutes each, aired from 1952 to 1954.

Is The Campbell Playhouse plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on dialogue centrality (9 of 10) and character depth (7 of 10) more than on its plot.