The Captain and Tennille

The Captain and Tennille (1976-1977)

EndedVariety show

In 1976-1977 the singing duo of Captain and Tennille hosted their own variety titled appropriately "The Captain and Tennille". The hour long ABC show was televised on Monday nights at 8pm and was a favorite in many homes. The entire series consisted of 19 episodes of which the final 8 were produced by Dick Clark. The shows opening musical theme song was set to the tune of "Love Will Keep Us Together." Each show was closed with the first verse of their own composition titled "We Never Really Say Goodbye." The show was a ratings hit and could have continued beyond the first season. The Captain & Tennille opted to focus on their musical career and touring instead. After the initial run of The Captain & Tennille Variety Show, they starred in 3 follow up television specials on ABC two of which aired in the spring of 1978 and the final special in March 1979.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 20:00 (60 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E20Show #8-77Mar 14, 1977
S01E19Show #7-77Mar 7, 1977
S01E18Show #6-77Feb 28, 1977
S01E17Show #5-77Feb 21, 1977
S01E16Show #4-77Feb 14, 1977
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Captain and Tennille' premiere?

'The Captain and Tennille' premiered on September 20, 1976.

What was the name of the variety show that 'The Captain and Tennille' replaced?

'The Bobby Vinton Show' was the variety show that 'The Captain and Tennille' replaced.

Who were the hosts of 'The Captain and Tennille'?

The hosts of 'The Captain and Tennille' were the musical duo Daryl Dragon (The Captain) and Toni Tennille.

What was the format of the show?

'The Captain and Tennille' was a musical variety show featuring the hosts performing their own songs as well as covers of other artists' hits. They would also invite guests to perform and engage in comedic skits.

What was the show's timeslot?

'The Captain and Tennille' aired at 8:00 PM on Monday nights.

How many seasons did 'The Captain and Tennille' have?

'The Captain and Tennille' ran for 2 seasons.

Who made special guest appearances on 'The Captain and Tennille' in its first season?

In the first season, special guests on the show included Bob Hope, Tim Conway, and Art Carney.

What did critics think about 'The Captain and Tennille'?

Critics panned 'The Captain and Tennille', calling it a "predictable, superficial, and hollow" show.

How did audiences respond to 'The Captain and Tennille'?

Despite negative reviews from critics, audiences tuned in to watch 'The Captain and Tennille'. The show was a ratings success, finishing its first season in the Top 25.

Who directed many episodes of 'The Captain and Tennille'?

Earl Bellamy directed many episodes of 'The Captain and Tennille'.

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