Music-variety power couple TV; made Cher a fashion and comedy force beyond radio.
Why it matters
Episode guide
42 episodes across 3 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Husband-and-wife pop stars host sketches and duets built around loving insults, guest stars, and Cher's increasingly architectural fashion.
Network & studio
- CBS — 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
Music-variety power couple TV; made Cher a fashion and comedy force beyond radio.
Creators
Chris Bearde · Allan Blye
Key cast
- Cher as Host
- Sonny Bono as Host
Flash facts
- Top variety draw of the early 1970s.
- Divorce ended the original run; brief later reunion attempt.
- Cher's solo superstardom accelerated from this platform.
FAQ
What network aired The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour?
The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour is associated with CBS (1971–1974).
Why is The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1970s?
Music-variety power couple TV; made Cher a fashion and comedy force beyond radio.
Who are the key names behind The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour?
Creators and principals include Chris Bearde, Allan Blye.
Official & further reading
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