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A worthy Christmas addition to TV/DVD collections. -- Video Store Weekly, September 5 - 11, 2004
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Have yourself a groovy little Christmas with this compilation of songs, laughs, and Yuletide atmosphere from Sonny and Cher's fondly remembered '70s variety series. Along with guests ranging from William Conrad to Bernadette Peters to Captain Kangaroo, you'll also hear Cher's timeless rendition of "O Holy Night," a duet with Sonny on "Jingle Bells," and more...plus little Chastity, too! 120 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English; music videos.
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53 of 54 people found the following review helpful
By Patricia
Well, I doubt you'd be reading this unless you are a Sonny and Cher fan, so I'll concentrate on the highlights of these sweet holiday-themed shows. And, I hope you like "Jingle Bells", because that's the song that opens all three shows!
Both of the first two shows feature William Conrad (television's 'Cannon', which was also the inspiration for the skits they used to do with everyone in huge 'fat suits' in case you remember those) and Chastity as their only guests, with their crew of regulars joining in more than usual in the comedy and song bits. Conrad seems to be having a ball, particularly while doing some pantomime bits as a vagabond bumming some Christmas cheer. For a guy who was mainly known as being a great 'voice' (he was Matt Dillon on radio's version of Gunsmoke and the announcer on Rocky and Bullwinkle), he is very effective in these silent skits. He also appears to do some singing, even trying a solo during the Victorian Village Caroling part of the second show.
Perhaps they meant to continue this tradition (Christmas shows with only Bill Conrad as their guest), but Sonny and Cher's divorce meant that a few years passed before their next Xmas outing (or, in their case, Ex-Mrs outing?). Chastity, Bernadette Peters and Bob (Captain Kangaroo) Keeshan are the guests on the final show, from the 'divorce show' years, with Elijah Blue Allman making a small appearance as well.
A nice package, the only extra being a 'video jukebox' of some of the musical highlights. No commentary, but considering how spare Cher's remarks were on the three-disc package of the shows, I don't think we're missing much.
One cavaet-the first two shows only run about 35 minutes each, so it looks like there must have been some music or other copyrighted material that had to be omitted. Anyone know what was cut out of these shows? The last show runs almost 45 minutes, which is what you would expect of an hour-long show without the commercials.
Both of the first two shows feature William Conrad (television's 'Cannon', which was also the inspiration for the skits they used to do with everyone in huge 'fat suits' in case you remember those) and Chastity as their only guests, with their crew of regulars joining in more than usual in the comedy and song bits. Conrad seems to be having a ball, particularly while doing some pantomime bits as a vagabond bumming some Christmas cheer. For a guy who was mainly known as being a great 'voice' (he was Matt Dillon on radio's version of Gunsmoke and the announcer on Rocky and Bullwinkle), he is very effective in these silent skits. He also appears to do some singing, even trying a solo during the Victorian Village Caroling part of the second show.
Perhaps they meant to continue this tradition (Christmas shows with only Bill Conrad as their guest), but Sonny and Cher's divorce meant that a few years passed before their next Xmas outing (or, in their case, Ex-Mrs outing?). Chastity, Bernadette Peters and Bob (Captain Kangaroo) Keeshan are the guests on the final show, from the 'divorce show' years, with Elijah Blue Allman making a small appearance as well.
A nice package, the only extra being a 'video jukebox' of some of the musical highlights. No commentary, but considering how spare Cher's remarks were on the three-disc package of the shows, I don't think we're missing much.
One cavaet-the first two shows only run about 35 minutes each, so it looks like there must have been some music or other copyrighted material that had to be omitted. Anyone know what was cut out of these shows? The last show runs almost 45 minutes, which is what you would expect of an hour-long show without the commercials.
31 of 33 people found the following review helpful
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Have yourself A Merry Little Christmas with the Sonny & Cher Christmas Collection DVD! How wonderful for us to have Sonny and Cher celebrating the holidays on this great new DVD which is sure to become a Holiday viewing tradition for many!
The collection contains the Christmas episodes of The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour and The Sonny & Cher Show wrapped up in one great DVD! The shows are full of laughter, music, and holiday cheer along with the unmistakable Sonny and Cher banter! Chastity, joins Sonny & Cher for a number of scenes to make the family holiday complete! Guests include William Conrad, Bernadette Peters, Shields amd Yarnell and Captian Kangaroo!
"Jingle Bells", "Oh Holy Night", And a Christmas medley that includes a very young Chastity singing "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Clause" are just a few of the musical highlights!
Regular segments including "Raggedy Sonny and Raggedy Cher" and "Sonny's Pizza" are given a holiday twist along with lots of segments created just for the holiday episodes.
This must have Christmas Collection DVD is a great follow-up to "The Sonny and Cher Ultimate Collection", a 3 DVD set which was released last year. The Ultimate Collection which has a new low price was worth every penny at it's original price and is also a must have for Sonny and Cher fans as well as anyone who enjoys relaxing, fun filled evenings of great musical entertainment !
The collection contains the Christmas episodes of The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour and The Sonny & Cher Show wrapped up in one great DVD! The shows are full of laughter, music, and holiday cheer along with the unmistakable Sonny and Cher banter! Chastity, joins Sonny & Cher for a number of scenes to make the family holiday complete! Guests include William Conrad, Bernadette Peters, Shields amd Yarnell and Captian Kangaroo!
"Jingle Bells", "Oh Holy Night", And a Christmas medley that includes a very young Chastity singing "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Clause" are just a few of the musical highlights!
Regular segments including "Raggedy Sonny and Raggedy Cher" and "Sonny's Pizza" are given a holiday twist along with lots of segments created just for the holiday episodes.
This must have Christmas Collection DVD is a great follow-up to "The Sonny and Cher Ultimate Collection", a 3 DVD set which was released last year. The Ultimate Collection which has a new low price was worth every penny at it's original price and is also a must have for Sonny and Cher fans as well as anyone who enjoys relaxing, fun filled evenings of great musical entertainment !
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By johnnyb
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This is a single DVD release of "The Sonny and Cher Comedy Hour", that contain three Christmas themed episodes. They originally aired on CBS in 1972, 1973 and 1976 respectively. The first show in 1972 has special guest William Conrad who also starred on his CBS show "Cannon" at that time, who appears in a few of the sketches, including one where he plays a street corner Santa. Another segment in this episode is a memorable animated music video part of the series where Sonny and Cher sing Three Dog Night's "Black and White" that was a hit that same year.
In 1973, William Conrad guest stars again on another Christmas show. This time, playing different characters like a vagabond visiting homes on Christmas Eve. Plus a sketch where Sonny Bono shows Conrad a fictitious Christmas album, "Sonny Bono Sings Christmas Songs". There's a lot more to see on this show too!
The most surprising episode of all, from 1976, was their 'post divorce' holiday show, appearing with their daughter Chasity and a surprise guest, Bob Keeshan as Captain Kangaroo from his daily series also airing on CBS that time. Hey! Watch where Bob Keeshan in a "Sonny's Pizza" sketch where he plays an unusual kind of angel flying over people dining alone on Christmas Eve. You'll really flip yourself over this!
You won't find a great true 1970's holiday treasure DVD like this one. Sonny and Cher's Christmas shows is a 'must have' for DVD collectors today!
In 1973, William Conrad guest stars again on another Christmas show. This time, playing different characters like a vagabond visiting homes on Christmas Eve. Plus a sketch where Sonny Bono shows Conrad a fictitious Christmas album, "Sonny Bono Sings Christmas Songs". There's a lot more to see on this show too!
The most surprising episode of all, from 1976, was their 'post divorce' holiday show, appearing with their daughter Chasity and a surprise guest, Bob Keeshan as Captain Kangaroo from his daily series also airing on CBS that time. Hey! Watch where Bob Keeshan in a "Sonny's Pizza" sketch where he plays an unusual kind of angel flying over people dining alone on Christmas Eve. You'll really flip yourself over this!
You won't find a great true 1970's holiday treasure DVD like this one. Sonny and Cher's Christmas shows is a 'must have' for DVD collectors today!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Made my Christmas special.
What a way to celebrate christmas with this funny and entertaining collection! excellent family entertainment!
Would recommend it to everyone!
Would recommend it to everyone!
Published 2 months ago by M. McGlumphy
4.0 out of 5 stars
Brought back memories.
This DVD will take you back to hopefully a better simpler time. I actually got to see Sonny and Cher when I was a kid back in the 60's at the Circle Star theater out in... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Greg
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Beat Goes On
Nostalgia from a time when Christmas specials were spiritual and touched the heart. A good rememberance of this funny show.
Published 4 months ago by Brian Wayda
5.0 out of 5 stars
Loved it!
Me and my 10 year old daughter watched this several times over the holiday season. It brought back great memories for me and my daughter really loved it too. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Audra Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars
Variety at its best.
I had forgotten how much I enjoyed their variety show. I will be enjoying this for many Christmas' to come...
Published 4 months ago by Cynthia Schafer
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good, but wish their was more dancing!
Good DVD, but wish their was more dancing! Not much dancing in the episodes. It was interesting to see Cher more confident between each Christmas episode. Read more
Published 4 months ago by volcanologist
4.0 out of 5 stars
Well done
Being unfamiliar with this duo (I came into the world just about the time that this show was ending), this is the first real exposure that I ever have received to Sonny and Cher as... Read more
Published 5 months ago by The Phantom
5.0 out of 5 stars
They were great
Back when Sonny & Cher were on the tube, it was a great show. They made a great team, I really enjoied watching them. It was to bad that they had to break up.
Published 7 months ago by Richard B. Spurgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars
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this product was everything that i hoped it would be so thank you for the swift and easy transaction. the product got to me in a reasonable fashion.
Published 17 months ago by elaine hall
4.0 out of 5 stars
Silly Fun!
Call my quirky, but I miss clean, fun, dorky and yet, entertaining, holiday specials like this. Sonny and Cher were great at entertaining people, and were always good for a laugh... Read more
Published on May 5, 2011 by AlyiceEdrich
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