AMOS ‘N ANDY SHOW, THE - THE COLLECTION (CBS 1951-1953) Alvin Childress, Spencer Williams Jr., Tim Moore, Nick Stewart, Johnny Lee, Ernestine Wade
During the late 1920s and early 1930s, Amos 'n' Andy was the most popular radio program in the United States. Many broadcasting historians consider it the most successful radio series of all time. In the early 1950s, CBS brought the beloved characters to television in a weekly situation comedy that became one of the most memorable sitcoms of its era.
This collection features 74 digitally restored episodes on 10 DVDs, showcasing the comic adventures of Amos Jones (Alvin Childress) and Andy H. Brown (Spencer Williams Jr.), along with their unforgettable friends: George "Kingfish" Stevens (Tim Moore), the crafty leader of the Mystic Knights of the Sea lodge; Lightnin' (Nick Stewart), the lovable handyman; Algonquin J. Calhoun (Johnny Lee), the fast-talking lawyer; and Sapphire Stevens (Ernestine Wade), the sharp-witted wife who always keeps Kingfish in line.
With 74 beautifully restored episodes, this is the most comprehensive Amos 'n' Andy DVD collection available and an essential addition to the library of every classic television fan.
