GG Season 01


Lu par Harold Peary

(4.8 étoiles; 43 critiques)

Enjoy the delightful antics of Harold Peary as he brings to life the beloved character of The Great Gildersleeve in this classic Old Time Radio program. This collection features the first season of the show, originally aired during the 1941-42 season.

Join Gildy and his friends in the charming town of Summerfield as they navigate the ups and downs of everyday life, filled with humor and heartwarming moments.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

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A look at life during WWII


(4 étoiles)

The Visit from Cousin Octavia was broadcast on Dec. 7, 1941 (the day of the attacks on Pearl Harbor). After that, The Great Gildersleeve often covered issues as scrap metal drives, wanting to find ways to help the war effort, such as Leroy running away to join the Navy, etc. The original lineup included the great radio actress, Lurene Tuttle (sheriff's wife in "Pyscho" and landlady in "The Ghost and Mr. Chicken" w/Don Knotts as Marjorie. Marjorie started out as a college graduate but in the 3rd season, became a high school student with a different actress.


(5 étoiles)

I had forgotten about this show. sup exciting to hear so many familiar voices. But Season 1-EPISODE 15 originally aired 1941-12-07. I got absolute chills as the news updates kept breaking in during the show. my goodness....I can't imagine how that must have been to hear live...

Still entertaining


(5 étoiles)

I'm a big fan of radio mysteries, having started with CBS Radio Mystery Theater when I was a kid, but I'd never tried any OTR comedies. This is a great place to start. The ensemble cast is wonderful, and while the gags are sometimes corny, most shows hold their own. My kids love them, and it's fun to see each of them camped out listening in front of one of the stereo speakers as if they were old Philco floor radios.

This is the best commidy I've ever heard!


(5 étoiles)

If your new to OTR, and you wern't around in the time period, I think you'll really enjoy this Commidy. It's one of the first situational commidy spinoffs of it's time, and it's a very enjoyable listen. You won't regret listening to the whole thing! I know I didn't.

The Great Gildersleeve, Season 1


(5 étoiles)

Widely-acknowleged as radio's first spin-off, Harold Peary expanded his role as Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve from FM&M into his own half hour show. While still corny rather predictable after 60+ years it remains a great listen. Peary's magnificent and his supporting cast is first-rate. All ages should enjoy these shows.

Great Classic Shows


(5 étoiles)

I listened to the Great Gildersleeve about ten years ago and they became my bedtime pal. Recently, I came back to the series and decided to listen to them starting with Season 1. The Thanksgiving and Christmas episodes with Harold Perry are my favorite.

Peavey


(5 étoiles)

Why did the audience laugh every time Peavy said, "hello, Mr. Gildersleeve?" I can understand them laughing when he said his catchphrase, "well now, I wouldn't say that," but not every time he just said hello to Gildersleeve

The Cure for a long commute!


(5 étoiles)

I just recently started a new job with a long commute. I listen to one episode each way to work. I absolutely love each episode! This radio show from decades ago is better than any television. I look forward to every episode. I'll be sorry when I'm finished with all the seasons... I guess I'll start Fibber McGee and Molly then. I don't think I'll enjoy them as much as Gildersleeve!