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.

For his first appearance on “The Tonight Show” Louie Anderson pays tribute to his parents and his home state, Minnesota. Also appearing is Robert Blake.

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.

Dan Aykroyd talks Dragnet and Bobby Kelton performs stand-up. Helen Shaver also appears and Johnny takes on last night's stupid audience in the monologue.