You Can't Do That on Television

You Can't Do That on Television (1979-1990)

EndedScripted showComedy, Children

You Can't Do That on Television featured pre-teen and teenaged actors in a sketch comedy format. Each episode had a specific theme normally relating to pop culture of the time.

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Scheduleevery Monday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S10E05Inventionsmai 25, 1990
S10E04Privilegesmai 24, 1990
S10E03Learningmai 23, 1990
S10E02Secretsmai 22, 1990
S10E01Blamemai 21, 1990
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'You Can't Do That on Television' premiere?

'You Can't Do That on Television' premiered on February 3, 1979.

Who were the two hosts of the show during the first season?

The first season of 'You Can't Do That on Television' had hosts Les Lye and Abby Hagyard.

What was the main format of the show?

'You Can't Do That on Television' was a sketch comedy program aimed at children.

What was the title of the musical guest segment of the show?

The musical guest segment of 'You Can't Do That on Television' was called "Whatever Turns You On".

Who portrayed the character of Barth on the show?

Barth was portrayed by Les Lye on the show.

What was the signature line used by the character Barth on the show?

The signature line used by Barth on the show was "It's raining (insert something weird here)".

Who created the show?

'You Can't Do That on Television' was created by Roger Price.

What was the name of the green slime that was often dropped on the cast members on the show?

The green slime that was dropped on the cast members on 'You Can't Do That on Television' was called "The Green Slime".

Who was the director of the show?

Geoffrey Darby was the director of 'You Can't Do That on Television'.

Which Canadian channel first aired the show?

The show first aired on the Canadian channel CTV.

What was the name of the female cast member who was often slimed on the show?

Christine McGlade was a female cast member who was often slimed on 'You Can't Do That on Television'.

What was the name of the quiz segment of the show?

The quiz segment on 'You Can't Do That on Television' was called "If You Say So".

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