The Fabulous Fifties (1960) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Fabulous Fifties (1960) — The Fabulous Fifties, CBS, combines style, humor, and imagination. It was rich in touches of
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The Fabulous Fifties, CBS, combines style, humor, and imagination. It was rich in touches of quality showmanship and equally rich in the memories of a decade which it revived. In recognition, the Peabody Television Award for entertainment is presented to The Fabulous Fifties, with a special word of praise for producer Leland Hayward and the top talent which appeared in this memorable entertainment special*. *The two-hour special featured comic takes and commentary about the previous decade by, among others, Rex Harrison and Julie Andrews, Mike Nichols and Elaine May, Dick Van Dyke, Shelley Berman, Betty Comden and Adolph Green, Jackie Gleason, Eric Severeid and Henry Fonda.
Full Cast & Crew
- Rex Harrison as Self
- Julie Andrews as Self
- Elaine May as Self
- Mike Nichols as Self
- Dick Van Dyke as Self
- Shelley Berman as Self
- Henry Fonda as Narrator (segment "Fifties Dead Sequence") (voice)
- Betty Comden as Self
- Adolph Green as Self
- Jackie Gleason as Self
- Leora Dana as Narrator (segment "Gift from the Sea") (voice)
- Eric Severeid as Self
- Maria Karnilova as Self
- Suzy Parker as Self
Why Watch The Fabulous Fifties?
The Vibe: The Fabulous Fifties is a captivating and well-crafted music movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1960. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.3/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with music-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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