Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius
1982, English. Directed by Keith Burns.
A look at the career of comedian Ernie Kovacs, considered a pioneer in the early days of television, and whose innovative TV show spawned the careers of many of today's comics and comedy writers.
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- 1h 36m
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- English
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- 13 November 1982
- Written by
- John Barbour
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Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
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If you liked Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius, try Kevin Hart: Laugh at My Pain, Standing Up, Falling Down, Dave Chappelle: The Dreamer.
Who directed Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius?
Ernie Kovacs: Television's Original Genius (1982) was directed by Keith Burns and stars Edie Adams, Steve Allen, John Barbour.