Andy’s Funhouse (1979) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

1979 · 48 mins · English

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Directed by

Tom Trbovich

Starring

Cindy Williams, George Shapiro, Andy Kaufman, Bob Zmuda, Wendy Polland, Chubby Rosalie

Taped in 1977 but held back until August 1979 on ABC, the special presents Andy Kaufman's signature routines—Foreign Man/Latka and his Elvis impersonation—along with eclectic sketches. It features a cameo by Howdy Doody, the “Has‑been Corner,” and a gag using fake TV‑static that executives feared would confuse viewers. Written by Kaufman, Zmuda and Mel Sherer, with music by Kaufman.