The Dick Cavett Show
Season 1971
This particular series combines several "The Dick Cavett Show" on ABC: ABC This Morning/The Dick Cavett Show ABC Daytime March 1968 - January 1969 The Dick Cavett Show ABC Primetime May 1969 - September 1969 The Dick Cavett Show ABC Late Night December 1969 - January 1975 The Dick Cavett Show ABC Late Night September - December 1986
Where to Watch Season 1971
121 Episodes
- Louis Armstrong, Kaye Ballard, Jack Barry, Nora EphronE9
Louis Armstrong, Kaye Ballard, Jack Barry, Nora EphronLouis Armstrong reminiscences about performing for dignitaries, Nora Ephron talks about Hollywood's influence on her childhood, Kaye Ballard remembers touring the Vatican, and Jack Barry discusses the quiz show scandals of the 1950s. Barry also shows a reel of First Lady Bess Truman unsuccessfully christening an airship. - Lucille Ball, Carol Burnett, Lucie Arnaz, Dr. Ferdie PachecoE13
Lucille Ball, Carol Burnett, Lucie Arnaz, Dr. Ferdie PachecoDr. Ferdie Pacheco talks about being the cornerman for world heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali. Then, Lucy Ball, Lucie Arnaz, and Carol Burnett discuss their starts in showbiz, their families, and Dick Cavett's secret middle name. - Ginger Rogers, Leonard Frey, Ruby Keeler, Stanley KauffmannE23
Ginger Rogers, Leonard Frey, Ruby Keeler, Stanley KauffmannGinger Rogers talks about Fred Astaire and the musical "Mame," Ruby Keeler discusses her Broadway musical "No, No, Nanette," Leonard Frey remembers meeting Gene Kelly, and Stanley Kaufman explains how jury duty lead to critiquing movies. - Lady Bird Johnson, Harriet Van Horne, John GuareE28
Lady Bird Johnson, Harriet Van Horne, John GuareLady Bird Johnson discusses life in the White House, the LBJ library, and the prospect of a female President. Then, columnist Harriet Van Horne speaks about the importance of an alert electorate and the My Lai massacre, and playwright John Guare talks about his play "The House of Blue Leaves." - Lynn Redgrave, Trevor Howard, Christopher Plummer, Patrick CampbellE36
Lynn Redgrave, Trevor Howard, Christopher Plummer, Patrick CampbellChristopher Plummer reveals thoughts on "The Sound of Music," Lynn Redgrave discusses the "SCUM Manifesto," Trevor Howard chats turning down "Cleopatra," and Patrick Campbell talks about his stammer. - Laurence Harvey, Nicol Williamson, Adrienne Corri, Eddie ChapmanE39
Laurence Harvey, Nicol Williamson, Adrienne Corri, Eddie ChapmanDick Cavett hosts from England. Laurence Harvey discusses the negative criticism for his role in "Child's Play," Adrienne Corri debates the strenuous nature of acting, Nicol Williamson jokingly takes over as host, and Eddie Chapman reveals his history as a double agent during World War II. - Tony Randall (Guest Host), Turner Catledge, Enzio Flagello, George Barnes, Bucky PizzarelliE49
Tony Randall (Guest Host), Turner Catledge, Enzio Flagello, George Barnes, Bucky PizzarelliTony welcomes the former editor and chief of the New York Times Turner Catledge (1901-1983) for a lengthy discussion on the roles of media. Also appearing is American opera singer Enzio Flagello (1931-2009) who performs solo and later with Tony singing "Me and My Shadow". Tony also welcomes authors American comedy writer Jack Douglas (1908-1989) and his singer wife Reiko (1936-2013) stop in and discuss their latest novel "What Do You Hear from Walden Pond?" Finally, guitarists George Barnes (1921-1977) and Bucky Pizzarelli (1926-2020) entertain the crowd. - John Kerry, John O'NeillE52
John Kerry, John O'NeillHost Dick Cavet devotes the entire program to problems of returning Vietnam war veterans with former Navy Lieutenant John Kerry represented Vietnam Veterans Against the War. He was opposed by fellow Navy veteran John O'Neill, representing Vietnam Veterans for a Just Peace. - Stan Freberg, Robert Citron, John Lennon & Yoko OnoE80
Stan Freberg, Robert Citron, John Lennon & Yoko OnoHost Dick Cavett welcomes guests comedian-voice actor Stan Freberg, politician Robert Citron. This episode also features three additional segments from John Lennon & Yoko Ono's appearance on September 11, 1971. - Bette Davis
E100Bette DavisDick Cavett interviews legendary actress Bette Davis. The two-time Oscar winner reads a scene with Dick from "Dark Victory" (1939) and sings, "They're Either Too Young or Too Old" and "Hush, Hush Sweet Charlotte." Reflecting on a 43 year career, Miss Davis comments on notables like Errol Flynn ("He thought I was a fool for working so hard") and Greta Garbo ("It's my dying ambition to meet her") and recites her favorite line: "I'd love to kiss you, but I just washed my hair." Also, Whitney Stine, author of a recent Davis biography. - Ryan O'Neal, Sarah Vaughan, Dr. Thomas Naguchi, Hedgemon LewisE110
Ryan O'Neal, Sarah Vaughan, Dr. Thomas Naguchi, Hedgemon LewisRyan O'Neal discusses working with Barbra Streisand in his film "What's Up Doc?," Hedgemon Lewis reveals boxing secrets, and "coroner to the stars" Dr. Thomas Noguchi talks his investigation process. Groucho Marx also makes a cameo. - George Burns, author Adelle Davis and The Smothers BrothersE113
George Burns, author Adelle Davis and The Smothers BrothersThe Smothers Brothers quip about life after their CBS cancellation, George Burns reminisces about show-business, and nutrition expert Adelle Davis discusses the most important meal of the day and the organic movement. Dick Cavett also takes viewers behind-the-scenes of his cameo in western series "Alias Smith and Jones," including his make-up transformation.
