The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour

The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour (1957-1960)

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The Lucy–Desi Comedy Hour was a collection of thirteen black-and-white one-hour specials airing occasionally from 1957 to 1960.

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Last Episode

Lucy Meets the Moustache
Season 3Episode 360 min

Lucy Meets the Moustache

Ricky feels down on his luck when he is out of showbiz work and he feels that nobody wants him, so he threatens to move the family back to Cuba. Lucy, fearing that he is serious this time tries to get Ernie Kovacs to showcase Ricky on his new TV show. Well when Ernie goes to the Ricardos, Ernie suggests Little Ricky play the drums. When he does, Ernie calls for ""Ricky"" to be on the TV show. Well, a mistake happens and it turns out he meant Little Ricky. Ricky Sr. fixes the whole problem and Lucy doesn't know about the fix, so she poses as Ernie's limo driver Crandall to try and talk Ernie into letting Ricky on the show. Then Edie spoils Lucy's mission and the two men have fun at Lucy's expense.
Apr. 1, 1960

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E03Lucy Meets the MoustacheApr. 1, 1960
S03E02The Ricardos Go to JapanNov. 27, 1959
S03E01Milton Berle Hides Out at the Ricardo'sSept. 25, 1959
S02E05Lucy's Summer VacationJuni 8, 1959
S02E04Lucy Wants a CareerApr. 13, 1959
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the premiere episode of 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' in 1957?

The premiere episode of 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' was titled "Lucy Takes a Cruise to Havana."

Who were the main stars of 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour'?

The main stars of 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' were Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz.

In which year did 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' first air?

'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' first aired in 1957.

How many episodes were there in the entire run of 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour'?

There were 13 episodes in the entire run of 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour.'

Who created 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour'?

'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' was created by Jess Oppenheimer, Madelyn Pugh, and Bob Carroll Jr.

What was the duration of each episode of 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour'?

Each episode of 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' had a duration of approximately 60 minutes.

Which iconic comic duo did 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' feature?

'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' featured the iconic comic duo of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz.

Did 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' feature any special celebrity guest appearances?

Yes, 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' often featured special celebrity guest appearances. Some notable guest stars included Tallulah Bankhead, Harpo Marx, and Milton Berle.

In which format did 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' air?

'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' aired in a variety show format.

Was 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' a spin-off of another TV show?

Yes, 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' was a spin-off of 'I Love Lucy.'

Are the characters of Lucy Ricardo and Ricky Ricardo from 'I Love Lucy' also present in 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour'?

Yes, the characters of Lucy Ricardo (played by Lucille Ball) and Ricky Ricardo (played by Desi Arnaz) from 'I Love Lucy' also appeared in 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour.'

Did 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' received two Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Comedy Series.

Were the storylines in 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' interconnected or standalone?

The storylines in 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' were standalone and not interconnected.

Did 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' receive positive reviews from critics?

Yes, 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' generally received positive reviews from critics for its humor and performances.

Did 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' have a live studio audience during filming?

Yes, 'The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour' had a live studio audience during filming, similar to 'I Love Lucy.'

Cast

Desi Arnaz

Desi Arnaz

plays Ricky Ricardo
Lucille Ball

Lucille Ball

plays Lucy Ricardo
Vivian Vance

Vivian Vance

plays Ethel Mertz
William Frawley

William Frawley

plays Fred Mertz
Richard Keith

Richard Keith

plays Little Ricky Ricardo
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Characters

Ricky Ricardo

Ricky Ricardo

played by Desi Arnaz
Lucy Ricardo

Lucy Ricardo

played by Lucille Ball
Ethel Mertz

Ethel Mertz

played by Vivian Vance
Fred Mertz

Fred Mertz

played by William Frawley
Little Ricky Ricardo

Little Ricky Ricardo

played by Richard Keith
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