The Loretta Young Show

Original title: Letter to Loretta

TV Series
1953–1961
30m

IMDb RATING

7.5/10

315

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Loretta Young in The Loretta Young Show (1953)

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A drama anthology series hosted by actress Loretta Young. In addition to hosting the series, she played the lead in various episodes.A drama anthology series hosted by actress Loretta Young. In addition to hosting the series, she played the lead in various episodes.A drama anthology series hosted by actress Loretta Young. In addition to hosting the series, she played the lead in various episodes.

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IMDb RATING

7.5/10

315

YOUR RATING

Stars

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Won 4 Primetime Emmys
- 6 wins & 15 nominations total

Episodes257

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Trivia
The "letter" in the series' title was a letter read on-camera by hostess Loretta Young. There would be a question asked, then answered in each week's episode. The letter gimmick was dropped after roughly 13 episodes, and the show's title was changed simply to "The Loretta Young Show." Midway through season 2, the show had a new opening: the hostess would make a dramatic, sweeping spin through a door into a living room wearing the most fabulous designer dresses and gowns of that era. It became the trademark of its star.

Alternate versions
Episodes that did not feature Young were rebroadcast as "NBC Playhouse" (1960) with new introductions by Jeanne Bal.

Connections
Referenced in I've Got a Secret: No guest stars (1962)

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Great Show!

I remember watching this show with my Mom when I was a little girl. Loretta Young was always a favorite of hers, and she taught me to love these classic movie stars too. I vividly recall her entrance, and the beautiful clothes. Okay, the episodes are campy by todays standards, but they are still a delight to see- Simple stories that entertain, how many times can you say that now about the garbage on TV? Loretta and some familiar character actors complete each wonderful episode. I just bought the 3 DVD set of the first season, and I have been enjoying reliving my childhood! If you get a chance buy the DVD set, you won't be sorry.