TCB (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film
Released in 1968, TCB is a music film directed by Mark Warren, running about 41 minutes. “The Supremes, and The Temptations sing their greatest hits of the 60s plus some unforgettable standards.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. TCB is a 1968 television special produced by Motown Productions and George Schlatter–Ed Friendly Productions of Laugh-In fame. The special is a musical revue starring Motown's two most popular groups at the time, Diana Ross & the Supremes and The Temptations. Containing a combination of showtunes, specially prepared numbers, and popular Motown hits, the special was taped before a live studio audience in September 1968 and originally broadcast December 9, 1968 on NBC, sponsored by the Timex watch corporation. The title of the program uses a then-popular acronym, "TCB", which stands for "Taking Care of Business".
Who’s in it. TCB stars Diana Ross as Self, Cindy Birdsong as Self, Mary Wilson as Herself and Otis Williams as Himself, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch TCB page.
If you liked it. Fans of TCB tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch TCB (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for TCB change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in TCB?
- TCB stars Diana Ross, Cindy Birdsong, Mary Wilson, Otis Williams and Paul Williams.
- When was TCB released?
- TCB was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 41 minutes.