VIDEO: Sneak Peek - PBS's AN EVENING WITH JERRY LEWIS

Lewis returned to television in 1957 after his first solo film, The Delicate Delinquent. He produced and starred in 15 one-hour specials that featured the trademark comedy of Jerry's vaudeville work before Dean.

Highlights include more never-before-seen clips from his movies including Ladies Man and The Nutty Professor as well as Jerry's other solo projects and home movies, followed by a special montage with Jerry providing narration for "bloopers and out-takes" from some of his most famous movies, several with Dean Martin.

The special also includes the now-famous appearance by Dean Martin on Jerry Lewis's annual Muscular Dystrophy telethon in 1976. Introduced by Frank Sinatra, the reunion was the first time both men had seen each other in twenty years.

During an audience Q&A, a trademark feature of his concerts that has impressed audiences worldwide for decades, Jerry demonstrates his improvisational genius. Surprise guests from the audience include stars Steve Lawrence and Tim Conway.

PBS special programming invites viewers to experience the worlds of science, history, Nature and public affairs; hear diverse viewpoints; and take front-row seats to world-class drama and performances. Viewer contributions are an important source of funding, making PBS programs possible. PBS and public television stations offer all Americans from every walk of life the opportunity to explore new ideas and new worlds through television and online content.

Leave Comments

Tweet

Related Links

Carole King Set for 'In Performance at the White House' Series, 5/22 May 17, 2013

The Blind Boys Of Alabama Sign To Sony Masterworks Worldwide May 17, 2013

The Blind Boys Of Alabama Sign To Sony Masterworks Worldwide May 17, 2013

Matthew Morrison Supports Marriage Equality In New PSA by Pat Cerasaro - May 16, 2013

Stephen Schwartz to Appear at National Symphony's THE WIZARD AND I, Now thru 5/18 May 16, 2013