Release Date

27 Sep, 1954

Runtime

01:35: (HH:MM)

Total Episode/Season

27/3

Synopsis

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.

Original Title

Tonight Starring Steve Allen

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Specials

Season 1

27 Sep, 1954

Season 3

03 Sep, 1956

Created By

Steve Allen

Sylvester Weaver

Actors

Steve Allen