Cast of
The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show

About The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show

  • Released on October 12, 1950
  • Comedy

The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show is a testament to the enduring appeal and timeless humor of one of America's most beloved comedy duos. The show features the real-life couple George Burns and Gracie Allen portraying fictionalized versions of themselves, navigating the amusing complexities of their lives as performers and as a married couple. The chemistry between the two leads is palpable, and their comedic timing is impeccable, making the show an engaging and delightful exploration of their dynamic.

George Burns, playing George Burns, is the straight man, providing a grounded contrast to Gracie's more whimsical and offbeat persona. Burns often breaks the fourth wall, addressing the audience directly and offering witty asides that complement the onscreen antics. His character is charming and endearing, offering a glimpse into the life of a man who is both a performer and a husband trying to keep up with his vivacious wife.

Gracie Allen, playing Gracie Allen, is the hilarious and quirky counterpart to her on-screen husband. Her character is known for her ditzy, scatterbrained demeanor, but beneath the surface lies a quick-witted and sharp-tongued woman who is not afraid to speak her mind. Allen's comedic prowess is undeniable, and her ability to deliver absurd lines with a straight face is one of the highlights of the show. Her character's unpredictable antics and humorous misunderstandings contribute to the show's enduring charm and appeal, making The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show a must-watch for fans of classic comedy.

Main Cast of The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show

George Burns
plays George Burns (291 episodes)

Gracie Allen
plays Gracie Allen (291 episodes)

Harry von Zell
plays Harry von Zell (265 episodes)

Bea Benaderet
plays Blanche Morton (291 episodes)

Larry Keating
plays Harry Morton (159 episodes)

Secondary Cast of The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show

John Crawford

Robert Cummings

Steve Reeves
plays Foley (1 episode)

Sue George
plays Mildred Foster (1 episode)

Paul Birch
plays Police Desk Sergeant (1 episode)

Peter Brocco
plays Peter the Waiter (3 episodes)

Herb Vigran
plays The Man in the Dentist's Office (1 episode) , The Delivery Man (1 episode) , The Man with the Money Order (1 episode) , Cab Driver (2 episodes)

Hart Sprager
plays Jim Boardman (1 episode)

Michael Emmet
plays Mr. Jason (1 episode)

Jana Lund
plays Annabelle Morris (1 episode)

Bob Sweeney
plays Mr. Dalton (1 episode)

Alberto Morin
plays José Sandoval (1 episode) , Juan Rodriguez (1 episode)

Hal Taggart
plays Herbert Browar (1 episode) , Mr. Wilson (1 episode) , The Hotel Clerk (1 episode)

Joan Banks
plays Alice Rogers (1 episode)

Olaf Hytten
plays Cyril Blodgett (1 episode)

Ray Bennett
plays The Man in Jail (1 episode)

George E. Stone
plays Joe (1 episode)

Frank Mills
plays The Professor in Jail (1 episode)

Jack Gargan
plays The TV Program Assistant (1 episode)

Will Wright
plays Judge Kramer (1 episode)

Lester Matthews
plays Mr. Fortune (1 episode) , Mr. Duffy (1 episode) , Mr. Buzby (1 episode) , Mr. Burke (1 episode) , Professor Hopkins (1 episode) , Mr. Thomas Marshall (1 episode) , Mr. Larkin (1 episode)

Robert Ellis
plays Charlie (1 episode) , Frank Foster (1 episode) , Ralph Grainger (14 episodes)

Lyle Talbot
plays Al Simon (2 episodes)

Michael Whalen
plays Joe Bagley (1 episode)

Myrna Fahey
plays Barbara Westrope (2 episodes)

John Eldredge
plays Floorwalker Willoughby (2 episodes)

Douglass Dumbrille
plays Mr. Arthur J. Cahill (1 episode) , Judge Strickland (2 episodes)

John Stephenson
plays The Quizmaster (1 episode) , The Jewelry Clerk (1 episode) , The District Attorney (1 episode)

Ralph Dumke
plays Mr. McAfee (4 episodes)

Jack Benny
plays Jack Benny (uncredited) (1 episode)

Kathryn Card
plays Mrs. Barlow (1 episode) , Mrs. Bellows - Cook (1 episode) , Mrs. Johnson (2 episodes)

Ray Teal
plays Lt. Boyd (1 episode)

Irene Hervey
plays Florence Henderson (1 episode) , Clara Bagley (1 episode)

Elinor Donahue
plays Emily Vanderlip Foster (1 episode)

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Mary Webster
plays Linda (1 episode)

Herbert Rudley
plays Armstrong (1 episode)

Robert Ellis
plays Ralph Grainger (1 episode)

Fran Bennett
plays Marilyn (1 episode)

Claude Stroud
plays Mr. Walden (1 episode) , Mr. Billings (1 episode)

Mary Wickes
plays Waitress (uncredited) (1 episode)

Frank Wilcox
plays Michael Rockford (1 episode) , Prof. Robert Gordon (1 episode) , Prof. Clinton (1 episode) , Mr. Brooks (1 episode)

Sol Gorss
plays Henderson Brother (1 episode)

Stuffy Singer
plays Joey Pearson, Jr. (1 episode)

Verna Felton
plays Maggie (1 episode) , Mrs. Evans (1 episode) , Mrs. Rodney (1 episode) , Emily Marsh (1 episode)

Richard Reeves
plays Luke (1 episode)

Jean Willes
plays Alice Emory (1 episode) , Alice (1 episode)

Leon Tyler
plays The Western Union Boy (1 episode)

Mary Lawrence
plays Vivian Abbott (1 episode)

Alan Mowbray
plays Professor Bradford (1 episode)

Dick Gordon
plays Restaurant Patron (uncredited) (1 episode)

Valerie Allen
plays Imogene Reynolds (1 episode) , Verna Mason (4 episodes)

George Eldredge
plays Party Guest (1 episode) , Detective Benson (1 episode)

John Harmon
plays The Defendant (1 episode)

Dan Tobin
plays The Guide (1 episode)

Alexander Campbell
plays Mr. Shaw (1 episode)

Don Dillaway
plays The Doorman (1 episode) , Dr. Powell (1 episode)

William Schallert
plays Pete (1 episode)

Joseph Kearns
plays Mr. Welbert (1 episode)

Robert Bray
plays Major Cunningham (1 episode) , Detective Wilcox (1 episode) , Don Emory (1 episode)

Don Brodie
plays Casey (1 episode)

Bill Fletcher
plays Army Pvt. MP (1 episode)

Pat Flaherty
plays The Store Detective (1 episode)

Damian O'Flynn
plays Mr. Edward Colton (1 episode) , The Customer (1 episode) , Mr. Meeker (1 episode)

Carl Reiner
plays Hotel Waiter (1 episode)

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Herschel Graham
plays Pedestrian (uncredited) (1 episode)

Mary Treen
plays Mrs. Curtis (1 episode)

Lomax Study
plays Charles the Waiter (1 episode) , The Man at the Post Office (1 episode)

Lester Dorr
plays The Waiter (1 episode) , The Plumber (1 episode)

Sheldon Leonard
plays Johnny Velvet (1 episode)

Ben Welden
plays Lefty (1 episode)

Marion Ross
plays Dixie the Manicurist (1 episode)

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Martha Wentworth
plays Mrs. Gilbert (1 episode)

Douglas Fowley
plays Charles Lowe (1 episode)


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