Playdate

Playdate (1961-1962)

EndedScripted showDrama

Playdate is a Canadian drama anthology television series which aired on CBC Television from 1961 to 1964. The series replaced General Motors Presents. Ed Moser, a story editor from that previous series, became executive producer of Playdate.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E35The Greatest Man in the Worldjuin 20, 1962
S01E34The Gopher Colonyjuin 13, 1962
S01E33Hold My Hand, Soldierjuin 6, 1962
S01E32None of Us is Perfectmai 30, 1962
S01E31The Reluctant Angelsmai 23, 1962
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Playdate premiere?

Playdate premiered on October 2, 1961.

Who was the host of Playdate?

Playdate had a rotating cast of hosts, including Gene Rayburn, Art James, and Bill Cullen.

What was the format of Playdate?

Playdate was an anthology series that featured a variety of different dramas, comedies, and musical performances.

Did Playdate ever feature any famous actors or actresses?

Yes, Playdate featured many famous actors and actresses over the years, including Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, and James Dean.

Was Playdate a live or pre-recorded show?

Playdate was typically pre-recorded, although some episodes were done live.

How many episodes of Playdate were produced?

There were a total of 126 episodes of Playdate produced.

Did Playdate ever win any awards?

It does not appear that Playdate won any major awards during its run.

Was Playdate popular with audiences?

It is difficult to say for sure, but Playdate does not seem to have been a hugely popular show during its run.

Did Playdate have any recurring segments or features?

Yes, Playdate had a recurring segment called "The Silent Spot," which was a comedy sketch performed without any dialogue.

What was the typical running time of a Playdate episode?

Playdate episodes typically ran for 60 minutes.

Was Playdate ever released on home video?

It does not appear that Playdate has ever been released on home video.

Did Playdate ever feature any musical performances?

Yes, Playdate featured a number of musical performances over the years, including appearances by Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong.

What network broadcast Playdate?

Playdate was broadcast on NBC.

Was Playdate primarily aimed at a specific demographic?

It does not appear that Playdate was targeted specifically at any one demographic.

Did Playdate ever feature any science fiction or fantasy elements?

It does not appear that Playdate ever included any science fiction or fantasy stories.

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