Ep 14. Comic Legends Of The '80s - Louie Anderson (11/20/84)
- TV-14
- November 20, 1984
- 42 min
The Johnny Carson Show season 8 episode 14 titled "Comic Legends of the '80s - Louie Anderson" originally aired on November 20th, 1984. The episode featured comedian Louie Anderson as the main guest and was part of a series highlighting famous comedians of the decade.
As the show begins, Johnny Carson introduces Louie Anderson to the audience and they discuss his rise to fame in the 1980s. Anderson talks about his upbringing in Minnesota and how his family's sense of humor influenced his own comedic style. He also discusses his early career as a stand-up comedian, which eventually led to appearances on The Tonight Show and other television shows.
Throughout the episode, Anderson performs several of his most popular comedy routines, including his famous bit about his childhood memories of eating fried chicken and his observations on the differences between men and women. The audience is clearly enjoying his performance, laughing along with his jokes and witty observations.
Between segments, Carson and Anderson engage in playful banter, with Carson ribbing Anderson about his weight and Anderson playfully teasing Carson about his age. The two clearly have a great rapport and their easygoing dynamic keeps the episode moving at a brisk pace.
In addition to Anderson's stand-up routines, the episode also features several other segments highlighting comedians from the 1980s. We see clips of popular comedians such as Roseanne Barr, Eddie Murphy, and Sam Kinison. The segment highlights the impact that these comedians had on the industry and their lasting influence on the world of comedy.
Overall, "Comic Legends of the '80s - Louie Anderson" is a fun and entertaining episode of The Johnny Carson Show. Anderson's performance is excellent, and his comedic timing and delivery is top-notch. The segments featuring clips of other famous comedians are a nice touch, adding some variety to the episode. Fans of Anderson and '80s era comedy will definitely enjoy this episode.
