Plot: The history and development of television comedy is examined, from its origins in American vaudeville and radio shows, through the social comment sit-coms to the ultimate send-ups in such productions as "Soap". (Daily Telegraph)

Television - Season 1 - Canned Laughter (Episode 11)
Episode Aired On:
Tuesday, April 23 1985
40 years ago
Tuesday, April 23 1985
40 years ago