Ed McMahon

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Edward Peter "Ed" McMahon, Jr. (March 6, 1923 – June 23, 2009) was an American comedian, game show host and announcer. He is most famous for his work on television as Johnny Carson's announcer and sidekick on The Tonight Show from 1962 to 1992. He also hosted the original version of the talent show Star Search from 1983 to 1995. He co-hosted TV's Bloopers and Practical Jokes with Dick Clark from 1982 to 1986. He also presented sweepstakes for the direct marketing company American Family Publishers (not, as is commonly believed, its main rival Publishers Clearing House). McMahon annually co-hosted the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon. He performed in numerous television commercials, most notably for Budweiser. In the 1970s and 1980s, he anchored the team of NBC personalities conducting the network's coverage of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. McMahon appeared in several films, including The Incident, Fun With Dick and Jane, Full Moon High, and Butterfly, as well as briefly in the film version of Bewitched. According to Entertainment Weekly, McMahon is considered one of the greatest "sidekicks".

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Total trailers found: 49

Biography: Bob Hope: America's Entertainer Trailer (2003)

22 August 2003

His career started in the glory days of vaudeville. More than 70 years later, he is revered as the most popular and influential entertainer of the century, the show-biz giant all others are measured against.

Something in the Air: The Words Four Two Story Trailer (2024)

14 June 2024

A short documentary about Puerto Rico's most popular 'New Wave' music group.

Dick Clark's Good Old Days Part II Trailer (1978)

25 November 1978

The early years of rock and roll are revisited in a night club setting, with table conversations, old film clips, and stage performances by the stars.

The Definitive Elvis: The Television Years Trailer (2002)

31 March 2002

"The Television Years" examines the events that took place in the years between 1956 and 1960, in which Elvis Presley excited a whole nation as the "King of Rock and Roll" in the big television shows of the time.

Let Me In, I Hear Laughter: A Salute to the Friars Club Trailer (1999)

26 October 1999

Nostalgic history of the Friars Club. Aired on Cinemax Reel Life

Gridlock Trailer (1980)

02 October 1980

A series of freak accidents on the Los Angeles freeway traps a cast-load of familiar TV faces in an astounding traffic tie-up, with the entire system caught in a gridlock that John Beck, as a traffic expert, endeavors to unsnarl.

Safety Patrol! Trailer (1998)

29 March 1998

Scout Bozell has always dreamt of being on his school's Safety Patrol. The only reason he cannot join is because he is very clumsy.

Just Write Trailer (1997)

01 March 1997

A Hollywood tour bus driver poses as a screenwriter to romance an up-and-coming young actress.

The Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years Trailer (1986)

21 January 1986

For the first time in their careers, all the Muppets (except the ones that couldn't make it, like the Doozers, Gorgs and most of the Fraggles) have gathered together in one place to celebrate their thirtieth anniversary and honor the one who brought them together: Kermit the Frog (and by doing so, Jim Henson).

Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project Trailer (2007)

13 October 2007

The documentary consists of tape of Don's show (never been filmed before), interviews with Don's contemporaries, (Steve Lawrence, Bob Newhart, Debbie Reynolds, etc.

The Kid from Left Field Trailer (1979)

30 September 1979

A bat boy guides the San Diego Padres to the World Series with the secret help of his dad, a baseball has-been who now sells refreshments in the stands.

Bewitched Trailer (2005)

21 June 2005

Thinking he can overshadow an unknown actress in the part, an egocentric actor unknowingly gets a witch cast in an upcoming television remake of the classic show "Bewitched".

The Golden Moment: An Olympic Love Story Trailer (1980)

25 May 1980

This Olympics film, tied in with the planned 1980 games from which the United States subsequently withdrew, focuses on an American athlete whose dreams of winning the Decathlon are threatened by his romance with a pretty Russian gymnast.

Jerry Seinfeld: I'm Telling You for the Last Time Trailer (1998)

08 August 1998

Taped for HBO in August 1998, on the final date of Jerry Seinfeld's tour appearances at New York City's Broadhurst Theater, I'm Telling You for the Last Time presents the standup comedian's so-called "final" standup, or at least his final tour with the standup material that made him famous.

Butterfly Trailer (1982)

05 February 1982

Jess Tyler lives a quiet life next to an abandoned mining factory by himself in the desert. His life is turned upside down when a sexually provocative young woman comes to visit him and tells him she's his daughter.

The Last Remake of Beau Geste Trailer (1977)

15 June 1977

Brothers Beau, John and Digby Geste join the Foreign Legion, where they fall under the rule of tyrannical Sergeant Markoff.

Fun with Dick and Jane Trailer (1977)

18 March 1977

When an upwardly mobile couple find themselves unemployed and in debt, they turn to armed robbery in desperation.

Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '80s & '90s: The King of Late Night Trailer (1994)

01 January 1994

Volume 3 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Best of the '80s & '90s. Some of today's top comedy stars made their Tonight debuts around this time.

Rock 'n' Roll Sports Classic Trailer (1978)

03 May 1978

The first and final annual “Rock ‘N Roll Sports Classic” which puts some of the world’s biggest music stars in competition against each other.

The Weather Man Trailer (2005)

20 October 2005

A Chicago weather man, separated from his wife and children, debates whether professional and personal success are mutually exclusive.

Lucy Calls the President Trailer (1977)

21 November 1977

Homemaker Lucy Whittaker calls up President Carter to complain about a local political issue—and to her astonishment, he agrees to come dine at her house.

Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '60s & '70s: Heeere's Johnny! Trailer (1994)

01 January 1994

Volume 1 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Best of the '60s & '70s. I'm often asked, "What is your favorite moment during the 30 years you hosted The Tonight Show?" I really don't have just one.

Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - The Final Show: America Says Farewell Trailer (1994)

01 January 1994

Volume 4 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Final Show (May 22, 1992). Carson's touching and historic "Final Show," which finds the host simply talking to his audience and showing highlights--or just the faces--from his years on the set.

US Against the World Trailer (1977)

07 September 1977

This NBC Special from 1977 pitted celebrities from the worlds of film and TV in the United States against stars from the U.

Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '70s & '80s: The Master of Laughs! Trailer (1994)

01 January 1994

Volume 2 of 'The Johnny Carson Collection' - The Best of the '70s & '80s. The moments that spring immediately to mind include some very funny sketches with Betty White, a superb comedienne.

Love Affair Trailer (1994)

21 October 1994

Ex-football star Mike Gambril meets Terry McKay on a flight to Sydney, which is forced to land on a small atoll.

Pitch People Trailer (1999)

22 October 1999

The art of the "pitch" and its role in society, as told by many of the pitch industry's greatest salesmen, including Arnold Morris, Sandy Mason, Lester Morris, Wally Nash and Ed McMahon as well as a look at the Popeil family.

The Incident Trailer (1967)

05 November 1967

Two hoodlums terrorize the passengers of a late-night New York City subway train.

Game Show Moments Gone Bananas Trailer (2008)

01 January 2008

Relive the most outrageous moments, outtakes and bloopers from popular game shows all around the world -- ranging from the 1950s through the present -- with this hilarious series.

The Ultimate Collection Starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 60s and 70s Trailer (2002)

13 October 2002

From those early days of black and white with Ed Ames' memorable Tomahawk toss, to Tiny Tim's Technicolor wedding, to Letterman and Leno's stand-up debuts; the first decade of The Tonight Show was filled with once-in-a-lifetime classic TV moments.

Full Moon High Trailer (1981)

04 August 1981

After a trip to Romania, popular high school quarterback Tony Walker becomes a werewolf, and struggles to come to terms with his hirsute situation.

Television: The First Fifty Years Trailer (1999)

01 January 1999

Trace the history of television and its impact on American culture with clips, newsreels, and exclusive interviews from television greats like Walter Cronkite, Carol Burnett, and Jay Leno.

Frank Sinatra Memorial Trailer (2000)

16 May 2000

Frank Sinatra, the greatest entertainer of the 20th century, is remembered by some of the brightest stars in Hollywood in this television memorial which celebrates his life and mourns his passing.

Slaughter's Big Rip-Off Trailer (1973)

31 August 1973

Vigilante Slaughter comes under attack from Duncan, a local money launderer whose hit-man traps Slaughter in a car at a cliff, but Slaughter escapes, arms himself, and goes after Duncan's hideout.

The Best of Carson, Volume 1 Trailer (2006)

07 November 2006

Relive the memories from 30 years of The Tonight Show in this 3 DVD collection of the most hilarious moments with the biggest stars in television history.

Swing Out, Sweet Land Trailer (1970)

01 January 1970

John Wayne and an all-star cast tell the story of America.

Mickey's 60th Birthday Trailer (1988)

13 November 1988

This film combines live action/original animation and library animation. Mickey steals a magic hat from a Sorcerer and is put under a spell by the angry magi so that no one will recognize him until he finds his own magic within.

Carson Country Trailer (2006)

12 September 2006

It's an all star, all American country line-up! We've opened the vaults and re-discovered treasured memories with Johnny's favorite country stars! Includes musical performances from The Judds, Dwight Yoakum, and Johnny Cash.

The Best of The Tonight Show: Stand - Up Comedians Trailer (2007)

05 June 2007

The funniest comedians ever to visit the Tonight Show including Jerry Seinfield, George Carlin, Drew Carey, Rodney Dangerfield, Garry Shandling and many more.

Dementia Trailer (1955)

22 December 1955

In a shadowy world stitched from nightmares, a young woman's harrowing journey in a seedy hotel unveils her traumatic past.

Johnny Carson Celebrates Christmas Trailer (2008)

11 November 2008

For the first time ever, this release brings together the magic of the holiday season with three classic shows from The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson.

Legends of the Super Heroes Trailer (1979)

18 January 1979

The adventures of many of DC Comics greatest superheroes and villains. In the first episode, "The Challenge," the superheroes must race against time to stop the diabolical super-villains' plot to destroy the world.

The Star Maker Trailer (1981)

11 May 1981

Danny Youngblood is a famed Hollywood director with a reputation for modeling sexy starlets into superstar actresses, and then turning his discoveries into his wives, one after another.

Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade Trailer (1992)

25 December 1992

Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade is a live television special.

Off the Menu: The Last Days of Chasen's Trailer (1998)

19 June 1998

In 1995, Chasen's closed its doors after 60 years of serving chili to movie stars and visiting dignitaries, Presidents and the Pope.

The Ultimate Collection starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 70s and 80s Trailer (2002)

13 October 2002

Classic Carson monologues, visits from Carnac and Art Fern, comedians Eddie Murphy, Garry Shandling, Albert Brooks and Bill Maher.

Bob Hope's World of Comedy Trailer (1976)

29 October 1976

Bob's favorite memories and funniest moments on TV The biggest Stars! ... The biggest laughs! On DVD for the first time, this special 90 minute collection proves that laughter is the universal language with a sidesplitting salute to slapstick, satire, sketch comedy and zingers.

'Weird Al' Yankovic: (There's No) Going Home Trailer (1996)

16 December 1996

Parody of The Disney Channel's "Going Home" music series. Features "Weird Al" Yankovic in concert from Vancouver's Orpheum Theatre performing spoofs of many popular songs, Al travelling on the bus with his band and in their hotel room as well as tongue-in-cheek interviews with Al and his family.

The Vegas Connection Trailer (1999)

01 January 1999

A retired FBI officer is contacted by a former partner to find a diamond smuggler in Las Vegas