The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) — Where to Watch: Streaming Availability & Viewing Options

First aired: Jun 20, 1948 Episode runtime: 60 min Seasons: 24 Episodes: 1068 Status: Ended Rating: 4.2/10 Network: CBS Comedy Talk

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Quick take

The Ed Sullivan Show keeps the pacing measured, focusing on tone and momentum rather than constant twists. Notable cast includes Ed Sullivan. It currently has 24 seasons and 1068 episodes. It works well as an easy watch between heavier shows—especially if you like the genre. Viewer ratings sit around 4.2/10, but mileage can vary depending on what you like. Availability can change by region and time—use this page to check current streaming, rental, or purchase options.

Overview

The Ed Sullivan Show is an American TV variety show that originally ran on CBS from Sunday June 20, 1948 to Sunday June 6, 1971, and was hosted by New York entertainment columnist Ed Sullivan. It was replaced in September 1971 by the CBS Sunday Night Movie, which ran only one season and was eventually replaced by other shows. In 2002, The Ed Sullivan Show was ranked #15 on TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time.

Cast & crew

Cast: Ed Sullivan

Streaming Availability

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Seasons & episodes

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1. The Georgie Awards: Barbra Streisand / Blood Sweat & Tears / Tom Jones

Posted by: admin Aired on: Sep 20, 1970

2. Bobby Vinton / Rare Earth / Holiday on Ice

Posted by: admin Aired on: Sep 27, 1970

3. Melanie / Engelbert Humperdinck / Tiny Tim

Posted by: admin Aired on: Oct 4, 1970

4. scheduled: Arthur Godfrey; Loretta Lynn

Posted by: admin Aired on: Oct 11, 1970

5. Carpenters / B.B. King / Tony Bennett

Posted by: admin Aired on: Oct 18, 1970

6. U.N. 25th Anniversary: The New Seekers / Ravi Shankar

Posted by: admin Aired on: Oct 25, 1970

7. Bobbie Gentry / Melba Moore / Roy Clark

Posted by: admin Aired on: Nov 1, 1970

8. Four Tops / Carpenters / Freda Payne

Posted by: admin Aired on: Nov 8, 1970

9. Tommy Roe / Billy Joe Royal / Joe South

Posted by: admin Aired on: Nov 15, 1970

10. Richard Rogers Tribute: Shirley Jones; Cass Elliott

Posted by: admin Aired on: Nov 22, 1970

11. scheduled: Buck Owens; Joan Rivers; Norm Crosby

Posted by: admin Aired on: Nov 29, 1970

12. Grass Roots / Joey Heatherton / Pat Cooper

Posted by: admin Aired on: Dec 6, 1970

13. scheduled: Bobby Sherman; New Seekers; Robert Merrill

Posted by: admin Aired on: Dec 13, 1970

14. The Great Santa Claus Switch with Art Carney and the Muppets

Posted by: admin Aired on: Dec 20, 1970

15. scheduled: Bobbie Gentry; Friends of Distinction; Peter Nero

Posted by: admin Aired on: Dec 27, 1970

16. scheduled: Rodney Dangerfield; Lana Cantrell; O.C. Smith

Posted by: admin Aired on: Jan 3, 1971

17. Tony Bennett, The Muppets

Posted by: admin Aired on: Jan 10, 1971

18. B.J. Thomas / Rahsaan Roland Kirk / Nancy Ames

Posted by: admin Aired on: Jan 24, 1971

19. Temptations / Connie Stevens / Albert Brooks

Posted by: admin Aired on: Jan 31, 1971

20. Gladys Knight & the Pips / Sid Caesar & Carol Channing

Posted by: admin Aired on: Feb 7, 1971

21. Fifth Dimension / Tiny Tim & Miss Vickie / Connie Stevens

Posted by: admin Aired on: Feb 21, 1971

22. Everly Brothers / George Carlin / Shirley Bassey

Posted by: admin Aired on: Feb 28, 1971

23. Armed Forces Music Festival: Jeannie C. Riley; Teresa Graves

Posted by: admin Aired on: Mar 7, 1971

24. Bernadette Peters / George Hamilton / Oliver

Posted by: admin Aired on: Mar 21, 1971

25. Final Sullivan Show: Melanie; David Frye; Sandler & Young

Posted by: admin Aired on: Mar 28, 1971

26. Special Memorial Day Edition

Posted by: admin Aired on: May 30, 1971

FAQ

Is The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) on streaming?
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How many seasons does it have?
It has 24 seasons (1068 episodes).