CBS Children's Film Festival

CBS Children's Film Festival (1967-1978)

EndedScripted showAdventure, Children, Fantasy

CBS Children's Film Festival was an anthology television series that aired international feature films made for children (some dubbed into English). The hosts of the program were the characters of the popular children's TV show Doll, Fran and Ollie (puppeteer Barr Tillström and actress Fran Ellison). In addition to many American and British films, the series also features films from the USSR, France, Bulgaria, Japan, Sweden, Italy, China, Australia, South Africa, Czechoslovakia and other countries.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday at 13:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
1978-04-22Joeyavr. 22, 1978
1978-03-04Soapbox Derbymars 4, 1978
1978-02-04That's My Name, Don't Wear It Outfévr. 4, 1978
1974-11-30A Member of the Familynov. 30, 1974
1974-11-16Mauro the Gypsynov. 16, 1974
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did CBS Children's Film Festival premiere?

CBS Children's Film Festival premiered on September 10, 1967.

Who hosted the show?

The show did not have a regular host; instead, each episode featured a different celebrity introducing the film.

What was the show's format?

The show's format was simple: each episode featured a different children's movie or short film.

What types of films were shown on CBS Children's Film Festival?

The show aired a wide variety of films, including animations, live-action dramas, and documentaries from all around the world.

Did the show have any recurring characters?

No, the show did not have any recurring characters.

What was the target audience for CBS Children's Film Festival?

The show was aimed at children and young adolescents.

Was the show only aired in America?

No, the show was broadcasted across the world, and featured films from many different countries.

How long was an average episode of CBS Children's Film Festival?

An average episode of CBS Children's Film Festival lasted approximately one hour.

How often was a new episode aired?

A new episode of the show aired each Sunday.

What was the most popular film ever aired on CBS Children's Film Festival?

There is no one "most popular" film that aired on the show, as it featured such a wide variety of films.

What was the most viewed episode of CBS Children's Film Festival?

There is no available data to determine which episode was the most viewed.

Did the show have any spin-offs or sequels?

No, the show did not have any spin-offs or sequels.

How many different films were shown during the entire run of the show?

It is unclear how many unique films were featured on the program.

Who was responsible for selecting the films that aired on CBS Children's Film Festival?

The executive producer of the show, Robert Homme, was responsible for selecting the films.

Also known as

  • CBS Kids' Hour
  • CBS Saturday Film Festival
  • Фестиваль детских фильмов на CBS (Russian Federation)

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