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The Barry Manilow Special (1977)

G · 1977-03-02 · 1h 0m · EN
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Barry Manilow's first Television Special on ABC-TV.

Join Barry "live" on-stage at Ravinia Music Festival in Chicago...and "live" on the streets of New York City with special guest star Penny Marshall. The special was broadcast to record-breaking ratings on ABC in 1977 when more than 34 million people tuned in to see Barry's first national TV showcase. At the 1977 Emmys, Manilow and the program won Outstanding Special - Comedy-Variety or Music.

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Bruce VilanchWriterSteve BinderDirector, WriterAlan ThickeWriter

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Barry ManilowBarry ManilowHimselfPenny MarshallPenny MarshallWaitressDebra ByrdDebra ByrdLady Flash

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Musical special

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Frequently asked questions about The Barry Manilow Special

What is The Barry Manilow Special about?

Join Barry "live" on-stage at Ravinia Music Festival in Chicago...and "live" on the streets of New York City with special guest star Penny Marshall. The special was broadcast to record-breaking ratings on ABC in 1977 when more than 34 million people tuned in to see Barry's first national TV showcase. At the 1977 Emmys, Manilow and the program won Outstanding Special - Comedy-Variety or Music.

How long is The Barry Manilow Special?

The Barry Manilow Special has a runtime of 60 minutes.