The Pee-wee Herman Show
1981•58m•7.4•Released
ComedyTV Movie
The original adult-oriented version of what would eventually become an award-winning children's classic. This version of the show features Pee-wee's playhouse and many of the characters of the later series, but with irreverent overtones and jokes including 'mirror shoes' and others.
Director
Marty Callner
Writer
John Paragon, Edie McClurg, Bill Steinkellner, Paul Reubens, Phil Hartman, Joan Leizman, Brian Seff, Tito Larriva, Lynne Marie Stewart, Monica Ganas, John Moody, Nicole Panter
Languages
English
Studio
HBO
Cast
Paul Reubens
Pee-wee Herman
Phil Hartman
Kap'n Karl
Lynne Marie Stewart
Miss Yvonne
John Paragon
Jambi the Genie
Edie McClurg
Hermit Hattie
John Moody
Mailman Mike
Tito Larriva
Hammy
Nicole Panter
Susan
Monica Ganas
Mrs. Jelly Donut
Brian Seff
Mr. Jelly Donut
Joan Leizman
Joan
Production
Company
HBO
Company
Pee-Wee Herman Productions
Company
Reubens-Callner Productions
Company
Sabra Productions
Company
Coronet Films
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