GARRY MOORE SHOW CHRISTMAS EPISODES (CBS 1959/60/61) Garry Moore, Carol Burnett, Durwood Kirby, Marion Lorne, Julie Andrews, Gwen Verdon, Mahalia Jackson, Jonathan Winters, Eddie Hodges, Charlie Weaver, Louise O'Brien

The Garry Moore Show (1958–1962) was an American variety series hosted by comedian and radio/TV personality Gary Moore. The show featured a mix of comedy sketches, musical performances, guest stars, and lighthearted banter. Moore’s warm, relaxed hosting style made the program a comfortable showcase for emerging and established entertainers.

The series helped launch the TV career of Carol Burnett, whose comedy segments and musical numbers became audience favorites. The show regularly included recurring sketches, big-name guest appearances, and live musical acts, ultimately influencing the format of later television variety shows, including Burnett’s own long-running CBS series.

For early classic TV fans, this special Christmas collection from The Garry Moore Show is a treat.

EPISODE ONE: CHRISTMAS 12/22/59
Guests: Eddie Hodges, Charlie Weaver & Mahalia Jackson & ensemble cast of Durwood Kirby, Marion Lorne & Carol Burnett

Garry Moore Entrance/Introduction of Guests
Sales Clerk skit
To Tell the Truth skit
Banter between Garry & Charlie Weaver
"I'm in Love With Ms. Logan"--Song by Eddie Hodges
Candid Camera interlude with Alan Funt
Show presented with Award
"Holy Baby"--Song by Mahalia Jackson
The Christmas Card game (where cast including Carol try to figure out what celebrity sent a Christmas card)
Dance Routine (by the Garry Moore Show dancers)
"Silent Night" --sung by Mahalia Jackson
Garry sends Merry Christmas wishes to all
"We Wish you a Merry Christmas"--sung by entire cast
(This show is fun and the three songs by Mahalia Jackson are sung beautifully)

EPISODE TWO: CHRISTMAS 12/20/60
Guests: Louise O'Brien & Jonathan Winters with ensemble: Durwood Kirby, Marion Lorne, Carol Burnett & The Garry Moore Show Singers & Dancers

Garry Moore Entrance & Introductions of Guests and Ensemble
"Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas", sung by Louise O'Brien
Garry Moore, Marion Lorne & Louise O'Brien skit
Jonathan Winters skit as 'Grandma Hopps'
Carolers skit
Post Office Skit (featuring Garry playing Buster Keaton)
That Wonderful Year
Driving Skit
Ensemble Christmas medley
"Silent Night", sung by Louise O'Brien
Gary Wishes one and all a Merry Christmas

EPISODE THREE: CHRISTMAS 12/19/61
Guests: Julie Andrews & Gwen Verdon with ensemble: Durwood Kirby, Marion Lorne, Carol Burnett & The Garry Moore Show Singers and Dancers

Garry Moore Entrance & Introductions of Guests and Ensemble
Garry Moore Monologue
Gwen Verdon/Ensemble dancers Dance number
Marion Lorne fur coat ski
"My Favorite Things", sung by Julie Andrews
Physical Fitness skit/song & dance with Carol, Julie & Gwen
That Wonderful Year
"Little Drummer Boy," Ensemble Singers
"You Meet the Nicest People," Ensemble Singers
"Jingle Bells" sung in Spanish
"The First Noel" sung in French by Gwen Verdon
"Deck the Halls" sung by Marion Lorne
"O' Christmas Tree" sung in German by Durwood Kirby
"White Christmas" sung in Italian by Julie Andrews
Christmas in Mexico (clips)
Ensemble cast of Garry, Durwood, Carol & Marion recall Christmas performances from the past
"Silent Night" sung by Julie Andrews
Garry extends Christmas wishes, "We Wish you a Merry Christmas"

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Number of DVDs: 2

Number of Episodes: 3

Quality: 9/10, B&W

Region: 0

Running Time: 2 hr 30 min (approx)

Aspect Ratio: Full Screen, 1.33:1

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