The Johnny Carson Show

Charles Grodin is Johnny's guest, and "Welcome Back Kotter" star Gabe Kaplan pokes fun at his hometown Brooklyn and his high school days, upon which Kotter was based.

Meet the 'mahvelous' Billy Crystal, beloved for playing the first openly gay character on an American TV show (Soap) and hosting more Academy Awards than anyone except Bob Hope.

Prop comic Gallagher joins Johnny. Chevy Chase also gets major laughs for his imitation of Gerald Ford.

The genius behind the Larry Sanders Show and his namesake program, The Garry Shandling Show, Gary delivers huge laughs over laundromats, dinner with his dad and visiting friends with who have babies.

Years before his buddy Larry David cast him in Curb Your Enthusiasm, comic Richard Lewis did breakthrough stand up with stories about trying to cure his herpes and loading up on vitamins.

Eight-time Emmy winner, Betty White wanted to be a forest ranger, but that gig was off limits to women in the early 1940s. She turned to writing and was the first woman to produce a sitcom.

Actor/Comedian Eddie Murphy shows an SNL clip in which he impersonates Bill Cosby. Shares his observation that there are no black people in Beverly Hills.

The king of stand up, Richard Pryor discusses his recent trip to Zimbabwe, and daily life since quitting drugs and alcohol.

Eddie Murphy discusses his hero Richard Pryor, and talks about his film Trading Places.

Chevy Chase not only promotes his movie, National Lampoon's Vacation, but brings a tennis racquet on stage and demonstrates his serve.

Frequent guest Charles Grodin discusses his movie The Lonely Guy, which also stars Steve Martin. Also featured are radio legends Bob & Ray.

Charles Grodin talks about working with "tough guy" Charles Bronson. Stand-up comedian Brad talks about the challenges of dating when you're 6'9".

Fellow late night host David Letterman stops by to talk about muggings in New York and earthquakes in Los Angeles. Scot Morris also stops by.

The king of dry humor, Steven Wright talks about everything from his girlfriend to filming a small part in his first movie.

To celebrate turning 40 Chevy Chase joins Johnny to talk about his new movie, Fletch.

This turbo-charged episode featured the comedy triumvirate of David Letterman, Chevy Chase and Dan Aykroyd. So many jokes, so little time.

Father Guido Sarducci stops by the set to talk about his pet dog and starting his own church. Plus, Rube Goldberg contest winner Robin Barnett and legendary film critics Gene Siskel & Roger Ebert make appearances.

Steven Wright brings his signature monotone to the show and Rose Gries discusses being the oldest Avon Lady. Plus Johnny jokes about air quality and notes the human brain has gotten smaller.

Billy Crystal does impressions and sounds off on cable TV vs. satellite dishes, Arnold Schwarzenegger works out for an hour a day and Michael Ammar does card tricks with all of them.

Charles Grodin clears the air, Dom Irrera does stand-up about parking lot attendants and Tommy Walton is a world-famous hot dog vendor. Plus, Johnny jokes about Meryl Streep, Pat Sajak and Dustin Hoffman in the monologue.

Comedy superstar Chevy Chase stops by to talk about having perfect pitch and guest hosting the show. Siskel & Ebert reveal their favorite Chevy Chase movie.

The Church Lady makes an appearance on the show when Dana Carvey stops by and does impressions. Plus, Christopher Reeve talks Superman and Frank Olivier does a juggling/comedy act.

Ellen DeGeneres does stand-up and Eddie Murphy talks Beverly Hills Cop II. Jane Leeves also stops by.

Saturday Night Live's Jon Lovitz talks growing up in The Valley and living in New York. Plus, Paul Sorvino stops by and Abbe Jaye shows off her talents as a nose flutist.

Dana Carvey discusses his Saturday Night Live characters and being vaguely famous. Also appearing are author Joe Garagiola and pranksters David Teitelbaum and Jack Saltzberg.

Chevy Chase is afraid of snakes and spiders! Plus, John Sutter and Thalassa Cruso stop by and Johnny jokes about a supermarket sushi shoplifter.

Comic icon Martin Short discusses Canadian Football and does a few impressions, while Cathy Ladman and Bonnie Hunt also stop by.

Witness Dave Thomas' Bob Hope and Andrew Dice Clay impressions. Plus: Buddy Hackett tells jokes and Teresa Ganzel also appears.

Johnny isn't interested in what Charles Grodin has to say, but you might be. B.B. King and Amy Yasbeck also grace the couch.

John Candy stops by with screen icon Maureen O'Hara. Plus, Jim Valvano appears and Johnny gives up smoking in the monologue.

The first lady of TV, Betty White, critiques Johnny's sketch comedy performance, and quizzes him on the wonders of nature.

Stand-up master Super Dave Osborne sends up President George Bush, VP Dan Quayle and reggae music!

Comedian David Brenner says people will like stuff when it's offered for free. Also discusses his life in New York City and his Italian identity.

Rich Hall details his comedy climb: wrote for David Letterman, quit to write "Not Necessarily the News" and then joined Saturday Night Live.

Stand up genius David Brenner jokes about music from India, chewing gum with liquid centers, and his favorite restaurant

Johnny jokes about President Reagan and Boy George in the monologue; plus, Rich Hall, Robert Black and Richard Guindon head to the couch.

David Brenner, Roger Rees and child actor Miko Hughes join Johnny and Ed for another episode full of laughs.