This page contains information on Gene's television and radio performances.

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PBS aired a new documentary on Gene Kelly in March 2002. Part of the American Masters series, it was directed by Robert Trachtenberg and was an exciting event for any Gene fan. See the PBS American Masters page for tons of great info, including clips from interviews. Gene Kelly: Anatomy of a Dancer was released on DVD on 24 September 2002 - order now from Amazon.com!

The series was enjoyable, good-natured fun. Network and church censors made the plot-lines somewhat limited, but the show portrayed a simple charm, and it's especially fun if you're Catholic. Pitted against the extremely popular The Beverly Hillbillies, this show didn't stand a chance.

Episodes included: "Back to Ballymora," "Keep an Eye on Santa," "Mr. Second Chance," "My Son, the Social Worker," "Florence, Come Home," "The Boss of the Ward," "Reformation of Willie," "A Tough Act to Follow," "Has Anyone Here Seen Eddie?," "Saint for Mama," and "Blessed are the Meek."

The Life You Save
- aired on Schlitz Playhouse of Stars on March 1, 1957
Gene's dramatic television debut was in this adaption of Flannery O'Connor's famous short story. The author criticized the choice of Kelly for the role of the one-armed Southern drifter, doubting that a song-and-dance man could be convincing. After seeing his performance, she recanted! Note that O'Connor's original ending was changed for television. Also starred Agnes Moorehead.

Pontiac Star Parade
- aired on NBC, 8:30 - 9:30, Saturday, November 21, 1959
This special included guest stars Donald O'Connor and Carol Lawrence. This is not available on video, however, if you visit New York City or Los Angeles you can view it at the Museum of Television and Radio.

Gene Kelly Pontiac Specials
In addition to the 11/21/59 show, two others were scheduled for 12/24/59 and 5/13/60. It is unknown if these actually appeared. One other special may have aired on 4/24/59.

New York, New York
- aired on February 14, 1966
Guest Star: Julie Andrews. This is not available on video, however, if you visit New York City or Los Angeles you can view it at the Museum of Television and Radio.

Jack and the Beanstalk
- aired on NBC, February 26, 1967
Gene produced and stars in this musical version of the famous fairy tale, which uses a blend of live action and animation. The program won an Emmy for Outstanding Children's Program. This is no longer available on video, but you can sometimes buy a new or used version - check availability at half.com This is also frequently aired on the Disney channel.

Gene Kelly's Wonderful World of Girls
- aired on January 14, 1970; may have been called Gene Kelly and 50 Girls 50.

The Funny Side
- aired on NBC from September 14 - December 7, 1971
Gene served as host for this variety series.

An Evening with Gene Kelly
- aired on BBC, 1974
Great interview with Gene discussing his film career. This has been shown on the Turner Classic Movies channel.

Gene Kelly...An American in Pasadena
March 13, 1978
Variety special with guest stars Cyd Charisse, Kathryn Grayson, and more! This is no longer available on video, but it frequently is aired on the Disney channel.

AFI Salute to Gene Kelly
Gene received the Lifetime Acheivement award from the American Film Institute in March, 1985. Host Shirley MacLaine introduces many clips from Gene's movies and tells a few anecdotes of her own. Some of the many guest stars include Donald O'Connor, Fred Astaire, Debbie Reynolds, Jimmy Stewart, Cyd Charisse, Leslie Caron and more! The AFI video is no longer available.

The Kennedy Center Honors
- aired December 27, 1983
Gene is honored in this production of the fifth annual Kennedy Center Honors. It's a heart-wrenching tribute, but it's a joy to see Gene so happy as he realizes how much he means to so many people.

Reflections on the Silver Screen
- first aired on February 2, 1994
Gene talks candidly with AMC host Richard Brown about his career. Many clips are interspersed with Gene's comments. This special is shown frequently on AMC.

A & E Biography
- first aired February 3, 1996
A & E failed to produce a biography about Gene until after his death. Several of the factual errors that appeared on the first broadcast were later corrected. Despite the absence of interviews with family members, this documentary is fun. The most enjoyable film clip is that of a home movie of Gene and brother Fred performing on the vaudeville circuit, and the most heart-wrenching clip is news footage of Gene as fire destroys his home in 1983. At this time it is not available on video, but contact the A & E Biography web page.

• Salute to Baseball (host) (13 April 1957)
  
• 1968 Hollywood Stars of Tomorrow (host) (27 January 1968)
  
• The Changing Scene (host) (11 September 1970 and 10 December 1970)
  
• The First 50 Years (co-host) (21 November 1976)
  
• Yabba Dabba Doo! The Happy World of Hanna-Barbera (co-host) (24 November 1977)
  
• Oscar's Best Actors (co-host) (23 May 1978)
  
• Cinderella at the Palace (host) (2 November 1978)
  
• The Big Show (guest host) (aired on NBC from March, 1980 to June, 1980)
  
• The Movie Palaces (host-narrator) (9 July 1987)
  
• Roger Rabbit and the Secrets of Toon Town (co-host) (13 September 1988)
  

North and South
Gene had a small part as Senator Charles Edwards in this star-studded 1985 mini-series about the Civil War.

Sins
Another small guest-starring role in this 1986 television movie/mini-series. Gene plays Eric Havland. Buy the video at half.com

The Love Boat
In 1977, Gene appeared in the 2-part episode, "Polly's Poker Palace/Shop Ahoy/Double Date/The Hong Kong Affair/Two Tales of a City"

The Mary Tyler Moore Hour
aired on CBS between March 4, 1979 and June 10, 1979

• America Salutes Richard Rodgers: The Sound of His Music (1976)
  
• America's Sweetheart: The Mary Pickford Story (1977)
  
• Christmas Around The World (19 December 1976)
  
• Dean Martin Celebrity Roast: Frank Sinatra (7 February 1978)
  
• Dean Martin Celebrity Roast: George Burns (10 May 1978)
  
• Debby Boone...The Same Old Brand New Me (23 June 1980)
  
• Dick Cavett's Backlot USA (5 April 1976)
  
• Dom DeLuise and Friends (16 February 1983)
  
• Dorothy Hamill Special (17 November 1976)
  
• Fred Astaire: Puttin' On The Top Hat (1980)
  
• The Julie Andrews Show (28 November 1965)
  
• The Kennedy Center Honors (29 December 1979)
  
• The Kennedy Center Honors (26 December 1991)
  
• Liberty Weekend: Closing Ceremonies (6 July 1986)
  
• Legend to Legend (1994)
  
• Night of 100 Stars (8 March 1982)
  
• Olivia Newton-John's Hollywood Nights (14 April 1980)
  
• The Peggy Fleming Show (24 November 1968)
  
• The Sandy Duncan Show (13 November 1974)
  
• Sinatra: The First 40 Years (30 January 1980)
  
• Frank Sinatra: Ol' Blue Eyes is Back (1973)
  This Sinatra special features a Gene and Frank reunion! They show they can still dance as they perform to "We Can't Do That Anymore!" Gene also dances to Frank's "Nice and Easy" and the pair reminsces about "New York, New York." This is available on video or DVD.
  
• Sinatra 75: The Best Is Yet To Come (16 December 1990)
  
• The Stars Salute Israel at 30 (8 May 1978)
  
• Steve and Eydie: Our Love Is Here To Stay (27 November 1975)
  
• Tappin' (8 January 1989)
  
• A Tribute to 'Mr. Television' Milton Berle (26 March 1978)
  
• The World of Magic (26 December 1975)
  

Suspense!

• 11/16/43 - Theives Fall Out
  
• 04/27/44 - Death Went Along for the Ride
  Gene tries to drive across the country but someone is following him...
  
• 09/28/44 - The Man Who Couldn't Lose
  A loser suddenly wins, but it's too late to undo his evil deeds.
  
• 01/06/49 - To Find Help
  

• For Me and My Gal
  Gene and Judy Garland performed the radio version of their movie on March 22, 1943. George Murphy fell ill at the last minute, and Dick Powell replaces him.
  
• Songs by Sinatra
  Date: October 17, 1945
  
• To Mary With Love
  Gene appeared in this Studio One production with Mercedes McCambridge on December 8, 1947. The story chronicles a family during the decade of 1937 to 1947.
  
• The Ford Show
  Date: December 4, 1946
  
• Ginny Simms Show
  Date: January 11, 1946
  
• Burns and Allen
  Date: January 27, 1949. Gene wishes George a Happy Birthday.
  
• Bing Crosby's Kraft Music Hall
  Date: May 4, 1944
  
• Philco Radio Hall of Fame
  Date: November 18, 1945
  
• Boy Meets Girl
  Date: May 26, 1946
  
• The Dinah Shore Show
  Date: December 4, 1946
  
• All Through The House
  Date: December 25, 1946. Also stars Gregory Peck
  
• Hollywood Fights Back
  Date: November 2, 1947
  
• Hotpoint Holiday Hour: The Man Who Came To Dinner
  Date: December 25, 1949
  
• The Adventures of Maisie: Episode #31
  
• The Red Mill
  Date unknown, also stars Gordon Macrae
  

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