George Carlin

George Carlin (1977-2008)

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Spanning 31 years (1977-2008), George Carlin performed 14 original standup performances for Home Box Office. Beginning with 1977's 'On Location: George Carlin at USC' and ending with 2008's 'It's Bad for Ya', Carlin's sometimes taboo material entertained millions of people.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E14It's Bad for YaMar 1, 2008
S01E13Life Is Worth LosingNov 5, 2005
S01E12Complaints and GrievancesNov 17, 2001
S01E11You Are All DiseasedFeb 6, 1999
S01E1040 Years of ComedyFeb 27, 1997
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'George Carlin' premiere?

The TV show 'George Carlin' premiered on September 25, 1977.

Who was the creator of the TV show 'George Carlin'?

The TV show 'George Carlin' was created by George Carlin himself.

What was the genre of the TV show 'George Carlin'?

The TV show 'George Carlin' was a comedy variety show.

Can you name some of the recurring characters on the TV show 'George Carlin'?

Some of the recurring characters on the TV show 'George Carlin' included Al Sleet - The Hippy Dippy Weatherman, and The Indian Sergeant.

Who were the guest stars on the TV show 'George Carlin'?

The TV show 'George Carlin' had various guest stars including Joe Piscopo, Tony Danza, and Richard Pryor.

Did the TV show 'George Carlin' have any famous catchphrases?

Yes, the TV show 'George Carlin' had a famous catchphrase "Seven dirty words."

Was the TV show 'George Carlin' controversial?

Yes, the TV show 'George Carlin' was considered controversial due to Carlin's use of explicit language and social commentary.

How many episodes were there in the TV show 'George Carlin'?

The TV show 'George Carlin' had a total of 27 episodes.

Who were the main writers for the TV show 'George Carlin'?

George Carlin himself was one of the main writers for the TV show 'George Carlin'.

What was the format of the TV show 'George Carlin'?

The TV show 'George Carlin' followed a sketch comedy format with Carlin's stand-up routines and sketches.

Did the TV show 'George Carlin' have a live audience?

Yes, the TV show 'George Carlin' had a live audience during the filming of each episode.

Was the TV show 'George Carlin' critically acclaimed?

Yes, the TV show 'George Carlin' received critical acclaim for Carlin's comedic talent and social commentary.

Did the TV show 'George Carlin' win any awards?

The TV show 'George Carlin' did not win any major awards, but it was highly regarded by fans and critics.

Was the TV show 'George Carlin' commercially successful?

The TV show 'George Carlin' had a dedicated fan base and achieved moderate commercial success.

Did the TV show 'George Carlin' have any memorable musical performances?

Yes, the TV show 'George Carlin' featured memorable musical performances by various artists.

What was the running time of each episode of the TV show 'George Carlin'?

Each episode of the TV show 'George Carlin' had a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

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