I….LOVED…..Henry Morgan. He was so naturally himself and made no apologies. He was a good sport even if they made him the butt of their jokes and put him on the spot. These shows are so entertaining to me! ❤️
My favorite Henry Morgan moment on one of the "early shows" is when he fooled the panel of "To Tell the Truth" into thinking that he's a communist spy. ua-cam.com/video/wIUx0O6k8S8/v-deo.html
What is most fascinating to me is the fact that Henry Morgan had doodled “Norman” and didn’t remember that he knew any Normans! Is it more likely that we remember what we are owed than what we owe? They could have figured what $2 in 1931 would be worth in 1957 (3.43), plus interest. Or even investing $2 in some stock popular in 1931 and just leaving it there until 1954 and what it would be worth. Anyway, this was such a fun episode, and the look on Henry’s face when he recognized Norman (even without his hair!) It must have been fun for Norman to follow Henry’s career for all those years as he became famous and remember he owed him $2!
300 channels now and really we’ve gone back to the olden times where there’s only a handful of channels with stuff worth watching (abc, buzzr, and i guess cbs? probably fox with the NTT return lol)
norman quint passed passed away 11-30-2003 he was 81 years old he was born may 30 1922 the internet is awesome to find information like this rip norman your hanging out with henry
@@markschildberg1667 that may be true, but without Facebook or Something similar this obscure a fact would be any researchers could find. My bet is still Norman contacted them.
@@projectjt3149 The only thing remotely funny that might make sense is that "can" refers to a female's buttocks, typically used in highly aggressive sexual situations.
This programme was packed with a broad array of outstanding ideas, executed brilliantly by people who you cash two har lots of fun doing it - priceless (if you allow me this little pun)
It was created by Allan Sherman, who threw himself into every episode, uncovering the craziest, most creative secrets they could find. It’s the best of all the TV panel games, IMHO.
A great grouping of comedy talents here! Garry Moore, somewhat a forgotten man in TV, started in radio teamed with Jimmy Durante, went on to success on his own in TV, and pretty much discovered Carol Burnett. Henry Morgan did superb, sarcastic satire on radio before becoming a TV panelist. And I'VE GOT A SECRET was created by Allan Sherman, later famous for "Hello Muddah, Hello Faddah" and other great comedy records. In a word, wow!!
“my name is norman.” (music sting) “henry, this is norman quint!” “what happened to your hair? :O” “what happened to your _MEMORY,_ mr. morgan!?” game shows are a goddamn riot sometimes
I am enjoying watching this show on UA-cam. I remember this as a kid, I also remember a MAD magazine takeoff where the secret whispered was "this is a stick up!"
Why can't today's TV output be as entertaining as this? Is it really that difficult? No need to use swearing, nudity or special effects to draw the audiences in. Just a good idea, well executed by one and all. Is that really too much to ask? I fear it is.
derby1884 Because these people had talent, something sadly lacking in today's performers. In the early days of television, many (Ed Sullivan being the exception,) variety/panel show hosts had experience working in vaudeville or nightclubs, where they had a lot of experience working the crowds, and being able to change directions on a dime as needed...which you would need to do in a live show. That experience is rarely available any more. I've seen very lame stand-up comics who memorize their act, it comes off badly ( it bores them,) and they don't notice the audience not laughing. The experiences from back then are not readily available. Sad.
Yep, but what is fascinating to me is that Morgan really did doodle the guy's name and then claimed to not know any Norman! Either this was staged, or his subconscious really did nag him for 26 years! Either way, it was really entertaining!
It’s not just the $2, but the fact Henry said he never knew a Norman. Norman probably saw the earlier show and contacted them and they asked for some obscure thing that could be the secret.
I….LOVED…..Henry Morgan. He was so naturally himself and made no apologies. He was a good sport even if they made him the butt of their jokes and put him on the spot. These shows are so entertaining to me! ❤️
My favorite Henry Morgan moment on one of the "early shows" is when he fooled the panel of "To Tell the Truth" into thinking that he's a communist spy.
ua-cam.com/video/wIUx0O6k8S8/v-deo.html
What is most fascinating to me is the fact that Henry Morgan had doodled “Norman” and didn’t remember that he knew any Normans! Is it more likely that we remember what we are owed than what we owe? They could have figured what $2 in 1931 would be worth in 1957 (3.43), plus interest. Or even investing $2 in some stock popular in 1931 and just leaving it there until 1954 and what it would be worth. Anyway, this was such a fun episode, and the look on Henry’s face when he recognized Norman (even without his hair!) It must have been fun for Norman to follow Henry’s career for all those years as he became famous and remember he owed him $2!
Henry was always lovable, witty, sardonic,... and often difficult. but almost ALWAYS entertaining and different.(!)
Only 3 networks to watch back then, yet the programs were a thousand times better.
Kelly02895 amen! Now we have 300 channels and nothing worth watching on any of them
300 channels now and I still look for stuff like this on Buzzr channel.
300 channels now and really we’ve gone back to the olden times where there’s only a handful of channels with stuff worth watching (abc, buzzr, and i guess cbs? probably fox with the NTT return lol)
And at the time, the 1950s, TV was seen as a "vast cultural wasteland."
Nothing really changes.
With just 3 networks, they had to be pickier with what they put on air.
norman quint passed passed away 11-30-2003 he was 81 years old he was born may 30 1922 the internet is awesome to find information like this rip norman your hanging out with henry
How in the world did they find Norman? No computers, no internet? This was brilliant!
Anthony Latino
He probably saw the first show and contacted them
gphell33 Or he mentioned it to someone in passing, & they told the show.
Besides Norman himself contacting Goodson-Todman, the show had a great research staff, headed by executive producer Gil Fates.
@@markschildberg1667 that may be true, but without Facebook or Something similar this obscure a fact would be any researchers could find. My bet is still Norman contacted them.
unlike today our predecessors were not only smarter but more resourceful then us, not only recent history but ancient history as well
"Sells his American can" ha ha! I love it! Garry Moore was such a great host and comedic guy
can you explain that?
Can someone explain “American can?” Why did people laugh? I’m too young to remember it if it was a popular thing back then.
@@myname7056 Same here. Not even Urban Dictionary helped
@@projectjt3149 The only thing remotely funny that might make sense is that "can" refers to a female's buttocks, typically used in highly aggressive sexual situations.
"Can", can also be a toilet.
He sold his American toilet.
2 dollars in 1957 would be worth 16.67 dollars today
Flexible yea but in 1931 it was worth about 30
Not necessarily, depends on how it was invested.......... and re-invested....
John Waller your up late
@@CherryBlossomOhka
I mean, yeah in this day and age I'd want my $30 back
@@bobbyderples8607 yeah lol, it's enough to break legs today
This programme was packed with a broad array of outstanding ideas, executed brilliantly by people who you cash two har lots of fun doing it - priceless (if you allow me this little pun)
It was created by Allan Sherman, who threw himself into every episode, uncovering the craziest, most creative secrets they could find. It’s the best of all the TV panel games, IMHO.
I agree - that was great. Thanks. This is classic comedy!
A great grouping of comedy talents here! Garry Moore, somewhat a forgotten man in TV, started in radio teamed with Jimmy Durante, went on to success on his own in TV, and pretty much discovered Carol Burnett. Henry Morgan did superb, sarcastic satire on radio before becoming a TV panelist. And I'VE GOT A SECRET was created by Allan Sherman, later famous for "Hello Muddah, Hello Faddah" and other great comedy records. In a word, wow!!
Could Gary Moore b the man who carol b always alludes to who started her career but wants to b anonymous?
I wondered about that when I saw Allan's name in the credits.
“my name is norman.”
(music sting)
“henry, this is norman quint!”
“what happened to your hair? :O”
“what happened to your _MEMORY,_ mr. morgan!?”
game shows are a goddamn riot sometimes
Please do not use our Lord & Savior’s name in vain…Thank you very much. ❤️♥️
11:20 that expression is priceless!!
Oh to have quality shows like this in again
And even a carton of smokes to boot.. You sure wouldnt see that today
Today it would be a VPN or Tide pods or some other random sponsorship
That was a pretty funny segment. I am watching it 63 later after it was aired. 2 years before I was born. If only I invested my own $2.00 ha.
It would be funny if someone continued the calculation all the way to 2021.
I am enjoying watching this show on UA-cam. I remember this as a kid, I also remember a MAD magazine takeoff where the secret whispered was "this is a stick up!"
7 people are still owed $2.00 by Henry Morgan.
Absolutely Brilliantly Executed Displayed And Concluded..
This was one of the best episodes I've seen! Brilliant.
Henry was a good sport.LOL
So thankful that I grew up watching these great shows and loved them!
Why can't today's TV output be as entertaining as this? Is it really that difficult? No need to use swearing, nudity or special effects to draw the audiences in. Just a good idea, well executed by one and all. Is that really too much to ask? I fear it is.
derby1884
Because these people had talent, something sadly lacking in today's performers. In the early days of television, many (Ed Sullivan being the exception,) variety/panel show hosts had experience working in vaudeville or nightclubs, where they had a lot of experience working the crowds, and being able to change directions on a dime as needed...which you would need to do in a live show. That experience is rarely available any more. I've seen very lame stand-up comics who memorize their act, it comes off badly ( it bores them,) and they don't notice the audience not laughing. The experiences from back then are not readily available. Sad.
That was great. Thanks for sharing.
This.... is the best TV I've watched since the 90's! =O
Very well done. Kudos!
Absolutely, the best episode I have ever seen........
5 people disliked this video? They too must have a guilty conscious about an old debt. ;)
Yep, but what is fascinating to me is that Morgan really did doodle the guy's name and then claimed to not know any Norman! Either this was staged, or his subconscious really did nag him for 26 years! Either way, it was really entertaining!
"in the evening of 4th December..." and I'm watching this on the evening of 4th December exactly 66 years later...
If you did that to a panelist today he would demand the show be canceled then he would sue the network.
I need to take notes from these stock picks for when I get my time machine.
In 1931 2 dollars was a really GOOOOOD time
Wow, this is great!!
As a gag, Mr. X should have brought a baseball bat with him😂
This is funny! Shows were so good back then!
Did I hear Lawrence MA? I’m 20 minutes away.
Winston tastes good like a cigarette should.
A carton of cigarettes at today’s prices, 10 dollars a pack. 100 dollars
The guy with a secret just won $80 to cover a $2.00 debt!
Even with inflation. (About $4)
I feel like modern viewers could be hard on Henry Morgan because how he dishes it out. But he can really take it too.
That was great ! The Hollywood entertainers of today couldn't pull this stuff off.
That was fun!
Norman Quint...such a deadpan.
Here’s your 2 dollars and a carton of Winston cigarettes.
Hilarious. In the half century since this show Hollyweird has gone in one direction: downhill.
I would have asked Norman if he would take an iou then bolted offstage
A young man from college 46 years ago owes me $20! It still makes me a bit mad...
upload the doodle episode if you have it
"sells his american can" lmao
This is so funny
Hold on here....
Norman's a Quint, so Harry owes him $10??🤔
Okay, that's just TOO silly. :-D
Sharpies have been around for a long time too
What about interest?
He did have to pay his ex wife a bunch of money though.
Are they giving away cigarettes?
LOL.
Is Norman ancestor of Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos at once?
Bring shows like this BACK!!
It’s all CRAP today
Great. Better that the crap today.
See title. 1957
Why did the audience laugh when Garry said "He sells his Amercan Can"? I don't understand that.
"Can" is American slang for butt.
I agree with Lord. Why would buying US Steel be absurd if it was valuable? Why would it be funny?
They laughed because whoever wrote the boards forgot to write the amount of shares that he would have traded
Great. A carton of cigarettes. First he owes him two dollars, then they're gonna kill the poor guy!
SaraLou211 everybody on the show got a carton back then,
That would be the reaction of todays media
$2.00 for a carton of cigarettes......what year is this??????
1957!!!
OMYGOSH...all that for a measley $2??
That’s kind of the fun of it.
It’s not just the $2, but the fact Henry said he never knew a Norman. Norman probably saw the earlier show and contacted them and they asked for some obscure thing that could be the secret.
Just think, all these people are dead now.
True. But Jayne Meadows was alive until 2015.