The Philco Television Playhouse

★ 6.3 /10 7 votes

October 3, 1948 - February 12, 1956 8 Seasons 267 Episodes 60 min Ended

Drama

Overview

The Philco Television Playhouse is an American anthology series that was broadcast live on NBC from 1948 to 1955. Produced by Fred Coe, the series was sponsored by Philco. It was one of the most respected dramatic shows of the Golden Age of Television, winning a 1954 Peabody Award and receiving eight Emmy nominations between 1951 and 1956.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

1948 • 45 Episodes

Season 2

1949 • 45 Episodes

Season 3

1950 • 56 Episodes

Season 4

1951 • 25 Episodes

Season 5

1952 • 33 Episodes

Season 6

1953 • 26 Episodes

Season 7

1954 • 25 Episodes

Season 8

1955 • 12 Episodes

Key Information

                                    Network
                                    NBC
                                

                                    Type
                                    Scripted
                                

                                    Rating
                                    6.3/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

Cast & Crew

Bert Lytell

Self - Host

E.G. Marshall

Vinton Hayworth

David Opatoshu

George

Alfred Ryder

John Newland

Walter Matthau

William Prince

Loring Smith

Vaughn Taylor

Pa Blanchard

Grace Kelly

Bethel Merriday

Leora Dana

Photos

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Philco Television Playhouse about?

The Philco Television Playhouse is an American anthology series that was broadcast live on NBC from 1948 to 1955. Produced by Fred Coe, the series was sponsored by Philco. It...

How many seasons does The Philco Television Playhouse have?

The Philco Television Playhouse has 8 seasons with 267 episodes.

When did The Philco Television Playhouse premiere?

The Philco Television Playhouse premiered on October 3, 1948.

Is The Philco Television Playhouse still running?

No, The Philco Television Playhouse has ended. The final episode aired on February 12, 1956.

Where can I watch The Philco Television Playhouse?

The Philco Television Playhouse originally aired on NBC. Check your local streaming services for availability.

What is the rating of The Philco Television Playhouse?

The Philco Television Playhouse has a rating of 6.3/10 based on user reviews.

What genre is The Philco Television Playhouse?

The Philco Television Playhouse is classified as Drama.