

The Paul Lynde Halloween Special
1976, English. Directed by Sid Smith.
Witchipoo and the Wicked Witch of the West give Paul Lynde three wishes for Halloween.
A Halloween-themed television special starring Paul Lynde which aired only once on October 29, 1976 on ABC. It features guest stars including Margaret Hamilton (who reprises her role as the Wicked Witch of the West), Billie Hayes (as Witchiepoo from H.R. Pufnstuf), Tim Conway, Roz Kelly, Florence Henderson, rock band KISS, Billy Barty, Betty White and, in an unbilled surprise appearance, Donny and Marie Osmond.
- Runtime
- 0h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
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- Released
- 30 October 1976
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Bruce Vilanch, Ronny Graham, Ronny Pearlman
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The Paul Lynde Halloween Special runs 50 minutes (0h 50m).
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The Paul Lynde Halloween Special is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
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The Paul Lynde Halloween Special isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
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Who directed The Paul Lynde Halloween Special?
The Paul Lynde Halloween Special (1976) was directed by Sid Smith and stars Paul Lynde, Florence Henderson, Margaret Hamilton.