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Play of the Week

1959·Show
66Episodes in2Seasons
IMDb7.1
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Play of the Week fingerprint

Immersive world, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Pathos6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Kept in the background

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and storytelling

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

This syndicated anthology series staged a different play every week covering all genres, dramas, comedies, musicals, fantasies, mysteries, et al, utilizing some of the best talent appearing on Broadway.
Classic Anthology SeriesDiverse GenresCharacter-Driven DramaHistorical TelevisionBroadway Talent ShowcaseArtistic StorytellingDialogue-HeavyThought-ProvokingDramatic Adaptations

Crew

Directed by:
Sidney Lumet, Stuart Burge, Marc Daniels
Written by:
Emlyn Williams, Paul Osborn
Produced by:
David Susskind, Worthington Miner

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Play of the Week worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Play of the Week have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 66 episodes.

When did Play of the Week air?

It ran from 1959 to 1962 and has ended.

What language is Play of the Week in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.