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Steve Martin's first network special for NBC. The show is half concert footage (shot at the Universal Amphitheatre in LA) and half sketches. Sketches include: Martin as "Turtle Boy," rodeo-riding a giant turtle; Martin hosting a variety show, on which Johnny Cash discusses his research in astronomy; and Martin five years later as a drunken bum.

Country: United States

Type: scripted

Status: Current

Language: English

Release Date: November 22, 1978

Also Known As: Steve Martin: A Wild and Crazy Guy

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Company Credits

Production Co: NBC Productions

Awards

Awards & Nominations

DGA Award 1979

Nominee

DGA Award

Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Musical/Variety

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