The New Howdy Doody Show (1976)

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Say kids! What time is it? Well, in 1976 it was time for The New Howdy Doody Show! A new generation met Howdy and his friends that year, and now you can enjoy them again! Featuring songs, gags, and the peanut gallery, it's as good as you remember! This is a remake of the original Howdy Doody Show.In the 1970s, "Buffalo Bob" Smith revived the character he'd help create and turn into a true American icon during the 50s, the freckle-faced marionette known as Howdy Doody. Bill LeCornec (who played Chief Thunderbird and the voice of Dilly Dally on the original Puppet Playhouse) joins them as Nicholson Muir, with Marilyn Patch as Happy Harmony.

Released Feb. 25, 1976 Episode 25 min 7+

Genres: Children, Comedy, Family, Kids

Keywords: imdb.remake, tmdb.family, tmdb.marionettes, tmdb.puppets, tmdb.children

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Production Companies: NBC

Network: NBC

Country: United States
Languages: English

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7.1

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S0E1 - The Phantom Of The Doody-O Studio

Nicholson's nephew Binky borrows the Howdy Doody adventure book, and another book called *The Phantom of the Doody-O Studio gets delivered back to Bob and Happy instead. Soon, the book and other items disappear, and Bob has his hands full trying to unmask the Phantom with the help of his wacky pals, but the answers will take Doodyville by surprise.

Feb. 25, 1976, midnight

S0E2 - Music Appreciation

"Music Appreciation Week" features all sorts of Doodlers, who show how much fun it can be to play an instrument or sing, and a guest appearance by conductor Leonard Birdstune. It also marks a return visit by the G-Man, a former Doodler who recalls his old feud with Clarabell (Lew Anderson), and the world premiere of the Doobyville symphony orchestra.

Feb. 25, 1976, midnight

S0E3 - Bionic Clown

Bob brings gifts for the gang back from Schlocksville, but after Clarabell (Lew Anderson) and Corny accidentally break Dilly Dally's bionic man, he requests a life-size replacement! When visiting genius Professor Zweistein turns a dummy of Clarabell into a bionic clown, Phineas T. Bluster tries to use it to make himself the most powerful person in Doodyville.

Feb. 25, 1976, midnight

S0E4 - Magic Contest

Clarabell (Lew Anderson), bandleader Jackie Davis, Doodyville mayor Phineas T. Bluster, and Sandra Witch each claim to be the world's greatest magician, so Bob holds a contest. You'll also see some contestants from the Peanut Gallery demonstrating their own tricks, and environmental messages from special guest stars Woodsy Owl and Smokey the Bear.

Feb. 25, 1976, midnight

Network: NBC

Episode Runtime: 25 min.

Season Runtime: 25 min.

Released: Feb. 25, 1976

Status: Ended

Certification: TV-Y7 / 7+

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