The Great American Hoax

"The Great American Hoax"
The 20th Century Fox Hour episode
Episode no. Season 2
Episode 17
Directed by Don Weis
Teleplay by Devery Freeman
Story by Paddy Chayefsky
Produced by Ben Feiner Jr.
Cinematography by Frank Redman
Editing by Otto Meyer
Original air date May 15, 1957
Guest appearance(s)

"The Great American Hoax" is a 1957 episode of the TV series The 20th Century Fox Hour.

This was the last TV play written by Paddy Chayefsky, and was based on a story of his, filmed as As Young as You Feel (1951). It was originally going to be called The Age of Retirement.[1]

Ed Wynn was signed to play the lead in a rare non-comedy role. Filming took place in March 1957.[2]

References

  1. SISTERS TO STAR IN NEW TV SERIES: Judy and Carol Nugent Will Be Featured in 'Growing Up in Hollywood' Special to The New York Times.. New York Times (1923-Current file) [New York, N.Y] December 2, 1955: 55.
  2. ED WYNN SIGNED FOR FOX TV SHOW: Actor Will Take Non-Comedy Role in Chayefsky Story, 'Great American Hoax' Harvester Program. Special to The New York Times.. New York Times (1923-Current file) [New York, N.Y] March 25, 1957: 46.
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