THIS SEPTEMBER, THE ORIGINAL KING OF LATE NIGHT RETURNS WITH TWO ULTIMATE HAND-PICKED DVD COLLECTIONS FEATURING THE TONIGHT SHOW'S MOST LEGENDARY GUESTS AND UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS!
THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JOHNNY CARSON:
JOHNNY AND FRIENDS: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION
Street Date: September 19, 2017
Across 10 Discs and 27+ Hours, Home Audiences Will Revel in the Best-Loved Episodes from the '70s, '80s and '90s - Including Original Commercials! - Bringing Together Carson's Greatest Guests:
Robin Williams, David Letterman, Jerry Seinfeld, Burt Reynolds, Rodney Dangerfield, Bob Hope, Don Rickles, Dolly Parton, Eddie Murphy, Bob Newhart, Tony Bennett and Many, Many More
The Loaded Set Also Includes a Collectible 28-Page Memory Book Filled
with Snapshots and Stories and Nearly Two Hours of Bonus Features!
PROGRAM SYNOPSIS
Celebrating the Original King of Late Night, THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JOHNNY CARSON: JOHNNY AND FRIENDS: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION, is the ultimate 10-disc set bringing together all the greatest moments and Johnny's most legendary guests from the show's 30 year, 4,000 episode run. Carefully selected from the vaults by Carson archivists, this loaded collection features over 27 hours of classic Johnny - full, unedited episodes and original commercials from the '70s, '80s and '90s about which Inside Pulse says, "It's always interesting to see what was being sold to America after dark." Also included is a specially-produced 28-page memory book filled with incredible and rare archival photos and nearly two hours of bonus features!
JOHNNY AND FRIENDS: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION is comprised of three distinct collections, highlighted below:
JOHNNY AND FRIENDS (6 Discs; some previously available at retail) - These 6 discs feature 28 full shows highlighting fan favorite guests and some of the program's most cherished moments. Each of the six discs is highlighted by oone of Johnny's favorite guests -- Robin Williams, David Letterman, Jerry Seinfeld, Burt Reynolds, Steve Martin and Rodney Dangerfield - allowing fans to witness their show business evolution over many years.
THE ULTIMATE CARSON COLLECTION (3 Discs - NEVER BEFORE AVAILABLE AT RETAIL) - Viewers will discover many unexpected surprises across three compilation DVDs: "The Best of the '60s & '70s," "The Best of the '70s & '80s" and "The Best of the '80s & '90s". Among the unforgettable memories are Johnny's final show, Ed Ames' famous tomahawk toss, Tiny Tim's wedding, party crashing with Dean Martin and Bob Hope, a surprise swim for Don Rickles, the tasty impressions of Albert Brooks, the poetry of Jimmy Stewart, wildlife with Jim Fowler and Joan Embry, the extraordinary talents of ordinary people, visits from Carnac and Art Fern, Bette Midler's Emmy award-winning farewell performance and much more!
THREE DECADES OF CHRISTMAS ON THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JOHNNY CARSON (Single Disc - NEVER BEFORE AVAILABLE AT RETAIL) --Three episodes released in their entirety for the first time ever! Christmas time from the '70s, '80s and '90s featuring guests David Letterman, Robin Williams, Bob Hope, Tony Bennett, Dolly Parton, and more.
A true American icon, Johnny was a television mainstay invited into living rooms across the country for 30 years. Paving the way for a late night TV revolution in memorable fashion, his talents - and those of his incredible guests -- are on full display in JOHNNY AND FRIENDS: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Format: DVD/10 Discs
Running Time: 27+ hrs.
Genre: TV DVD/Comedy
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audio: Stereo
"A must have for any fans of the original King of Late Night"
-- Albany Times Union
[The Vault Series is] a singularly brilliant concept...Watching a
whole 90-minute show with ads makes one feel like they've
been transported via a time warp to a simpler time."
-- Free Press Houston
"As a time capsule, it's pure gold"
-- The Minneapolis Star-Tribune
THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JOHNNY CARSON:
THE VAULT SERIES, VOLUMES 1-6
Street Date: September 26, 2017
Across Six Discs, Carson Fans Will Find a Cornucopia of Comedy and Unforgettable Moments from 12 Complete Shows (with Commercials) -- Some of the Most Requested Shows Ever; Featured Guests Include Paul McCartney, Muhammad Ali, Billy Crystal, Bob Hope, Lucille Ball
and Many More!
PROGRAM SYNOPSIS
For over 30 incredible years, Johnny Carson defined late-night television, paving the way for a TV revolution that will never be equaled. And, this September, enjoy the very best of late night, any night, with THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JOHNNY CARSON: THE VAULT SERIES, VOLUMES 1-6.
Join Time Life to relive the magic of a night with Johnny, Ed, Doc, and the rest of the Tonight Show gang, just as the shows originally aired so many years ago - including commercials! This 6-disc set of the acclaimed "Vault Collection" features 12 of the best, complete, unedited episodes selected from over three decades and 4,000 shows. Among the shows featured are Carson's 10th and 11th anniversary shows, Johnny's birthday episodes with an incredible collection of guests, including Dean Martin, Jack Benny, Jerry Lewis, Don Rickles, Bob Hope, Dom DeLuise, John Denver, Peter Fonda, Michael Caine, Charlton Heston, Michael Landon, Billy Crystal, Paul McCartney, Orson Welles, Muhammad Ali and many, many more!
Giving Carson fans, TV historians and late night aficionados alike the chance to once again watch an amazing talent and true American icon at the height of his powers, THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JOHNNY CARSON: THE VAULT SERIES, VOLUMES 1-6 features the following episodes:
DISC 1
10th Anniversary Special
Original Air Date: October 2, 1972
Dean Martin, Jack Benny, Jerry Lewis, Don Rickles
Original Air Date: September 19, 1972
Bob Hope, Dom DeLuise, John Denver, Peter Fonda
DISC 2
Johnny's Birthday Shows
Original Air Date: October 23, 1974
Buddy Hackett, Lana Cantrell, Mike Preminger
Original Air Date: October 23, 1984
Paul McCartney, Mary Gross, Jonathan Brown
DISC 3
Trip Back to December 1975
Original Air Date: December 5, 1975
Sean Connery, Michael Caine, David Brenner
Original Air Date: December 12, 1975
Bob Hope, Dean Martin, Charles Nelson Reilly
DISC 4
A Week in March 1976, Part 1
Original Air Date: March 2, 1976
Charlton Heston, Michael Landon, Larry Adler, Billy Crystal
Original Air Date: March 3, 1976
Orson Welles, John Byner, Susan Clark, Sam Blotner
DISC 5
A Week in March 1976, Part 2
Original Air Date: March 4, 1976
Robert Blake, Don Rickles, Bob Hope, Desi Arnaz Sr.
Original Air Date: March 5, 1976
Bing Crosby, Ray Bolger, Marvin Hamlisch, Burt Mustin
DISC 6
11th Anniversary Show
Original Air Date: September 7, 1973
Muhammad Ali, Ken Norton, Karen Valentine, Joel Grey
Original Air Date: October 2, 1973
Dean Martin, Burt Reynolds, Don Rickles, Buddy Hackett
BONUS PROGRAMMING
Interview with Peaches Jones and stunt demonstration (Disc 1, 1972)
Interviews with David Letterman and Joe Piscopo (Disc 2, 1987)
Interview with Lucille Ball (Disc 3, 1975)
Show opening, monologue and desk with Johnny and Ed (Disc 4, 1976)
A visit from Joan Embery and Rodney Dangerfield (Disc 5, 1976)
Sketch and James Brown performance and interview (Disc 6, 1973)
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Format: DVD/6 Discs
Running Time: 869 minutes
Genre: TV DVD/Comedy
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audio: Stereo
