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Blockheads

1982

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Comedy

Overview

Mariette Hartley hosts performances by top ventriloquists.

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Cast & crew

4 featured cast members

Starring

Mariette Hartley

Host

Jay Johnson

Chris Kirby

Willie Tyler

Creative team

Directed by: Henry Polonsky
Written by: Howard Kuperberg
Produced by: Susan Masters

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