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Telephone Time
1956·3 Seasons·82 Episodes·★ 6.5
Telephone Time is an American anthology drama series that aired on CBS in 1956, and on ABC from 1957 to 1958. The series features plays by John Nesbitt who hosted the first season. Frank C. Baxter hosted the 1957 and 1958 seasons. The program was directed by Arthur Hiller.
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A character-led series where relationships, personal stakes, and the gradual build of a story are central to the experience.
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Best suited to viewers who prefer character investment over a purely episodic watch.
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Long-form commitment · 3 seasons
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Seasons
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Season 1
17 episodes
1956
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Season 2
36 episodes
1956
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Season 3
29 episodes
1957
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