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The Philco Television Playhouse

The Philco Television Playhouse

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Overview

The Philco Television Playhouse is an American anthology series that was broadcast live on NBC from 1948 to 1955. Produced by Fred Coe, the series was sponsored by Philco. It was one of the most respected dramatic shows of the Golden Age of Television, winning a 1954 Peabody Award and receiving eight Emmy nominations between 1951 and 1956.

Created by Robert Alan Aurthur
Written by Robert Alan Aurthur
Produced by Robert Alan Aurthur
NetworksNBC

Top Cast

Bert Lytell

Bert Lytell

Self - Host

Themes & Keywords

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About The Philco Television Playhouse

The Philco Television Playhouse is a drama series that first aired in 1948 exploring themes of anthology, playhouse. Created by Robert Alan Aurthur, it stars Bert Lytell. The Philco Television Playhouse is an American anthology series that was broadcast live on NBC from 1948 to 1955. Produced by Fred Coe, the series was sponsored by Philco. It was one of the most respected dramatic shows of the Golden Age of Television, winning a 1954 Peabody Award and receiving eight Emmy nominations between 1951 and 1956.

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