Overview

Tonight Starring Steve Allen is a talk show hosted by Steve Allen. It was the first version of what eventually became known as The Tonight Show. Tonight was the first late-night talk show, as well as the first late night television series of any time to achieve long-term success. Allen's run as host of the show lasted for two and a half seasons, beginning in fall 1954 and ending with Allen's dismissal in January 1957. During its run it originated from the Hudson Theatre in New York City.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

1954 3 Episodes

Season 3

1956 24 Episodes

Key Information

Created By Steve Allen, Sylvester Weaver
Network NBC
Type Talk Show
Rating 6.5/10
Language EN
Country United States of America

Cast & Crew

Steve Allen

Steve Allen

Self - Host

Buddy Hackett

Buddy Hackett

Frequently Asked Questions

Tonight Starring Steve Allen is a talk show hosted by Steve Allen. It was the first version of what eventually became known as The Tonight Show. Tonight was the first...

Tonight Starring Steve Allen has 2 seasons with 27 episodes.

Tonight Starring Steve Allen premiered on September 27, 1954.

No, Tonight Starring Steve Allen has ended. The final episode aired on July 26, 1957.

Tonight Starring Steve Allen originally aired on NBC. Check your local streaming services for availability.

Tonight Starring Steve Allen was created by Steve Allen.

Tonight Starring Steve Allen has a rating of 6.5/10 based on user reviews.

Tonight Starring Steve Allen is classified as Talk.