You Are There

You Are There (1953-1957)

EndedDocumentary showDrama

Correspondents enter a time warp and report on great stories of the past.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 18:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E11The Bank Holiday Crisis of March 6, 1933Jun 9, 1957
S05E10Attempt to Assassinate Theodore Roosevelt (October 14, 1912)Jun 2, 1957
S05E09The Overthrow of the Tweed Ring (November 19, 1874)May 26, 1957
S05E08The End of the Dalton Gang (October 5, 1892)May 12, 1957
S05E07Daniel Webster's Sacrifice to Save the Union (March 7, 1850)Oct 21, 1956
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'You Are There' premiere?

'You Are There' premiered on February 1, 1953.

Who were the hosts of 'You Are There'?

The hosts of 'You Are There' were Walter Cronkite and Richard C. Hottelet.

What was the format of 'You Are There'?

'You Are There' was a historical reenactment series that presented famous events from history as if they were happening in real-time.

How long did each episode of 'You Are There' typically last?

Each episode of 'You Are There' typically lasted 30 minutes.

What was the aim of 'You Are There'?

The aim of 'You Are There' was to educate and entertain viewers by bringing historical events to life.

Who were the main writers of 'You Are There'?

The main writers of 'You Are There' were Goodman Ace and Arthur Alsberg.

How many episodes of 'You Are There' were produced?

A total of 291 episodes of 'You Are There' were produced.

What were some of the famous events depicted on 'You Are There'?

Some of the famous events depicted on 'You Are There' included the Fall of Troy, the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and the Assassination of Julius Caesar.

Did 'You Are There' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'You Are There' received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Program Achievement in the Field of News.

Who were some of the notable guest stars on 'You Are There'?

Some of the notable guest stars on 'You Are There' included Vincent Price, James Dean, and Jack Lemmon.

What was the critical reception of 'You Are There'?

'You Are There' was generally well-received by critics and praised for its unique concept and educational value.

Did 'You Are There' have a significant impact on television history?

Yes, 'You Are There' is considered a groundbreaking series that influenced the development of historical and docudrama programs in the future.

Were there any notable controversies surrounding 'You Are There'?

There were no notable controversies surrounding 'You Are There.'

Did 'You Are There' have a theme song?

Yes, 'You Are There' had a theme song titled "You Are There" performed by Robert Carroll.

Was 'You Are There' a live or pre-recorded show?

'You Are There' was a pre-recorded show with a combination of live and filmed segments.

What was the last episode of 'You Are There'?

The last episode of 'You Are There' was titled "The Fall of Babylon" and aired on October 13, 1957.

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