The Lucille Ball Specials

1974-1977

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“Happy Anniversary and Goodbye” ~ November 19, 1974

Featuring Art Carney, Nanette Fabray, Peter Marshall, and Arnold Schwarzenegger.  

“Lucy Gets Lucky” ~ March 1, 1975

Featuring Dean Martin, Jackie Coogan, and Gary Morton and filmed in Las Vegas.

“Three for Two” ~ December 3, 1975

Featuring Jackie Gleason in three comic stories as three different couples. 

“What Now, Catherine Curtis?” ~ March 30, 1976

Featuring Art Carney and Joseph Bologna as the men in Catherine’s (Lucy’s) life. Presented in three acts: Catherine in a monologue; Catherine with an older suitor (Art Carney); and Catherine with a younger man (Joe Bologna). 

“Lucy Calls the President” ~ November 21, 1977

In a sitcom hour, Lucille Ball reunites with Vivian Vance

(for the last time), Gale Gordon, Mary Wickes, Mary Jane Croft, Ed McMahon, and Steve Allen. With a special appearance by President Carter’s mother, Miss Lillian.