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The Danny Thomas Show

1953·Show
342Episodes in11Seasons·TV-G
IMDb7.1
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The Danny Thomas Show fingerprint

Funny, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline1
  • Tension1

Heart

Heartwarming and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy9
  • Physical Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5

World

Family, show business, and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6
  • World Immersion5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality6
  • Direction5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition6
  • Editing5
  • Cinematography4

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Danny Thomas, an entertainer, tries to balance his home life with the needs of his career, with hilarious results.
Classic Family SitcomWholesome EntertainmentShow Business ComedyNostalgic AmericanaGentle HumorDomestic BalanceMulti-Generational AppealLight-Hearted EscapismIconic TV Era

Crew

Directed by:
Sheldon Leonard, William Asher
Written by:
Henry Garson, Arthur Stander, Jack Elinson

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Danny Thomas Show

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Where can I stream The Danny Thomas Show legally?

PrimefuboTVThe RokuHooplaPluto TVAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsXumo PlayUP Faith & Family

The Danny Thomas Show is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Danny Thomas Show worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Danny Thomas Show rated?

TV-G

It's rated TV-G in the United States.

How many seasons does The Danny Thomas Show have?

11 seasons

It has 11 seasons with 342 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

When did The Danny Thomas Show air?

It ran from 1953 to 1964 and has ended.

What language is The Danny Thomas Show in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Danny Thomas Show?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Danny Thomas Show in 33 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Danny Thomas Show use?

And the RestAnnoying Younger SiblingBig ApplesauceCrossoverCousin OliverDropped a Bridge on HimThe Eponymous ShowHonorary UncleHenpecked HusbandFunny ForeignerSpit TakePut on a Busand 3 more

TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for The Danny Thomas Show, including And the Rest, Annoying Younger Sibling, Big Applesauce.