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Studio One was an American television anthology drama broadcast by CBS from 1948 to 1958, after beginning as a radio program. Produced during television's early live-drama era, it presented original teleplays and adaptations of literary and theatrical works, with a different story and cast in most episodes. The series employed many writers, directors, and actors who later became prominent in American film and television, and its productions included Reginald Rose's Twelve Angry Men.
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Studio One (CBS) ranks #21 of 245 in the Anthology Series ranking, behind Pushcart Prize Anthology, ahead of The Haunt of Fear (EC Comics).
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Was Studio One broadcast live?
Many Studio One television dramas were performed live during CBS's early television era, with all the risks and immediacy that involved. Kinescope recordings preserved a number of broadcasts, although their image quality reflects the technology of the period.
Did Studio One produce the original version of Twelve Angry Men?
Yes, Reginald Rose's Twelve Angry Men first appeared as a Studio One television drama in 1954. Rose later adapted it for the celebrated 1957 film directed by Sidney Lumet.
Which notable actors appeared on Studio One?
The anthology featured performers such as Charlton Heston, Grace Kelly, Jack Lemmon, and Leslie Nielsen at different points in their careers. Because each episode told a new story, the cast changed from week to week.
How is Studio One connected to Westinghouse?
Westinghouse sponsored the television series, which was widely presented as Westinghouse Studio One. Betty Furness became familiar to viewers through live commercials for Westinghouse appliances during the broadcasts.
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