How many episodes did Laugh In Run For
For five years and 140 wacky episodes, “Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In” touched on the taboo and the topical in a quick-paced, vaudeville-like format. The action centered on comedians Dan Rowan and Dick Martin who portrayed the classic smart-guy/dumb guy duo, guiding each program through zany skits, one-liners and musical numbers. Many regular cast members gained fame though the show, including Goldie Hawn, Arte Johnson and Lily Tomlin. Together with Ruth Buzzi, Jo Ann Worley, Alan Seuss and Henry Gibson, they created some of the most memorable characters in the medium.
A true reflection of its times, “Laugh-In” attracted the biggest names in show business and tackled the controversial subjects of the day. Guests included stars like Frank Sinatra, Johnny Carson and even Richard Nixon, who famously did several takes of one of the show’s catch-phrases, “Sock it to me!”during the 1968 presidential campaign. If you were anyone you made it to “Laugh-In” to poke fun at yourself and the establishment.
A perennial ratings hit, it seemed everyone wanted to be associated with this hip, hilarious take on the world. “Laugh-In” bridged the gap between the socially-conscious 60s and the sleepy 70s. It was truly a mirror held up to the changing times.