CTW's reading-focused companion to Sesame Street; sketch comedy for phonics.
Why it matters
Episode guide
780 episodes across 6 seasons — season-by-season catalog (titles and dates, not a recap dump).
At a glance
Sketch comedy, songs, and animations teach reading skills to kids slightly older than Sesame Street's core audience.
Network & studio
- PBS — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1970s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
CTW's reading-focused companion to Sesame Street; sketch comedy for phonics.
Creators
Paul Dooley · Joan Ganz Cooney (CTW)
Key cast
- Morgan Freeman as Easy Reader / Various
- Rita Moreno as Various
- Judy Graubart as Various
- Skip Hinnant as Various
Flash facts
- Children's Television Workshop production for PBS.
- Spider-Man live-action segments became cult nostalgia.
- Launchpad visibility for major talents.
FAQ
What network aired The Electric Company?
The Electric Company is associated with PBS (1971–1977).
Why is The Electric Company in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1970s?
CTW's reading-focused companion to Sesame Street; sketch comedy for phonics.
Who are the key names behind The Electric Company?
Creators and principals include Paul Dooley, Joan Ganz Cooney (CTW).
Official & further reading
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