D.C. Follies
D.C. Follies

D.C. Follies

1987 1 Seasons 45 Episodes ⭐ 10.0 Comedy

D.C. Follies is a syndicated sitcom which aired from 1987–1989 and was set in a Washington, D.C. bar, where bartender Fred Willard would welcome puppet caricatures of that day's politicians and celebrities. The humor tended to be on the satirical side, often taking potshots at politicians and the political process. Although Willard was the only live actor appearing regularly, each episode brought a celebrity guest into the bar, such as Martin Mull, Robin Leach, Bob Uecker, and Betty White. In one episode, Robert Englund showed up as his Freddie Kruger character, and in a special Christmas episode an un-billed actor played Santa Claus. Another episode had Mike Tyson confront his own puppet character. The show was believed to be inspired by the British series Spitting Image. It was syndicated in many markets, although it often aired at odd hours, making it difficult for the show to build a following. It was produced by Sid and Marty Krofft.

D.C. Follies is a syndicated sitcom which aired from 1987–1989 and was set in a Washington, D.C. bar, where bartender Fred Willard would welcome puppet caricatures of that day's politicians and celebrities. The humor tended to be on the satirical side, often taking potshots at politicians and the political process. Although Willard was the only live actor appearing regularly, each episode brought a celebrity guest into the bar, such as Martin Mull, Robin Leach, Bob Uecker, and Betty White. In one episode, Robert Englund showed up as his Freddie Kruger character, and in a special Christmas episode an un-billed actor played Santa Claus. Another episode had Mike Tyson confront his own puppet character. The show was believed to be inspired by the British series Spitting Image. It was syndicated in many markets, although it often aired at odd hours, making it difficult for the show to build a following. It was produced by Sid and Marty Krofft.

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Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

Pilot

Don King helps The Pope with his victory tour; Woody Allen discusses love and death with Fred; the former U.S. President

EP 2

Reagan Parachutes into DC Follies

Ronald Reagan parachutes into D.C. Follies to hear Woody Allen's paranoia about becoming a father. Martin Mull has troub

EP 3

Nixon's Presidential Library is a Bookmobile

Unhappy with low ratings, Dan Rather searches for a new image for the evening news. Mikhail Gorbachev arrives at D.C. Fo

EP 4

Sean Penn Escapes From Jail and Heads to D.C. Follies

Prison escapee Sean Penn comes to DC Follies, where Fred and the rest of gang are preparing for the upcoming annual soft

EP 5

Ollie North Raises Money with "Adopt-A-Contra Scheme

Prince Charles comes to DC Follies, where he tries to win back his wife, Princess Diana. Ollie North has a new scam up h

EP 6

Tammy Faye Bakker Debuts Her Latest Song

Caught up in the presidential campaign, Fred has a nightmare about zombie politicians. Mr. Rodgers broadcasts his show f

EP 7

Jesse Jackson Sings with Dolly, Barbara and Cher

John Madden gives Fred a mechanical bull for the bar. Gerald Ford tries to ride it but gets thrown off head first into t

EP 8

George H. W. Bush Schemes to get Ronald Reagan Out of the White House

George Bush brainstorms for ways to get Reagan out of office. He tries to hypnotize the president but it backfires and h

EP 9

Nixon Gives Fred Financial Advice…And...He Loses His Shirt

Fred inherits a large sum of money which he invests on the advice of Richard Nixon. Needless to say, he loses all his mo

EP 10

Nixon Impeached from Cub Scouts

While riding in a limousine, Reagan and Gorbachev are harassed by Sam Donaldson. Back at D.C. Follies, Nixon plans a sca

EP 11

Nixon Acts as Princess Di's Divorce Lawyer

John Madden gives a play-by-play of the events leading up to the summit. Sam Donaldson practices his menacing approach t

EP 12

George H. W. Bush Falls into a Well

Barbara Walters, Sam Donaldson, Ted Kopel and Dan Rather do a song and dance about the news media. Woody Allen reveals t

EP 13

Reagan Accidentally Gives Fred a Nuke for Christmas

Santa Claus is confirmed to be real and he makes an appearance at D.C. Follies to hear everyone's Christmas wishes. Reag

EP 14

Reagan Tries to Wipe Out National Debt with TV Home Shopping Show

It's New Years Eve and everyone is making their resolutions. Fred feels he is becoming a doormat for his customers and r

EP 15

For Nixon's Birthday, an Opera Based on His Life

It's Richard Nixon's birthday and the gang at D.C. Follies give him a roast. Bob Hope, Rodney Dangerfield and all the re

EP 16

Astrologer Joyce Jillson Predicts the Future

Famous astrologer, Joyce Jillson, sets up shop at D.C. Follies to predict the future. She predicts Jane Fonda will be a

EP 17

Nixon Dreams of Being a Movie Star with Heather Thomas

Lee Iacocca moves his Chrysler plant to outer space to avoid union problems on Earth. Barbara Streisand directs a movie

EP 18

Super Bowl at the Follies

The Redskins vs. the Broncos in the Super Bowl. Dick Butkus is at D.C. Follies to host the pre-game show. He gives Fred

EP 19

George H.W. Bush Engages Don King as His Manager

Admiral Koop enlists the help of Sean Penn to campaign against smoking. They catch up with Rodney Dangerfield on an airp

EP 20

Margaret Thatcher Confers with Madonna to Find a New Image

The show opens with Donaldson, Kennedy, Iacocca and Koch playing a round of "Political Jeopardy." Back at D.C. Follies,

EP 21

Lee Iacocca Becomes Lee Ayatollah and Opens a Chrysler Plant in Iran

Lee Iacocca becomes Lee Ayatollah, opens a Chrysler plant in Iran and is bombed by U.S. Tankers. Back at D.C. Follies, B

EP 22

Recording Industry Behind Nixon's Resignation, Left Clues in Song Lyrics

Rona Barret is on hand at the Grammys to introduce the arriving celebrities, while Whoopi Goldberg presents a Grammy to

EP 23

Ford Begs Nixon to Read a Story from His Bedtime Tales

Jimmy the Greek explains to Fred how TV evangelists are different from other people. Sylvester Stallone is worried about

EP 24

Presidential Candidates Selected for Jury Duty

Having been campaigning in the south for so long, the presidential candidates find themselves selected for jury duty. In

EP 25

George Burns Sends Swaggert to D.C. Follies to Repent His Sins

George Burns sends Swaggert to "D.C. Follies", to repent for sinning. Waldheim appears through the secret passageway in

EP 26

Mike Tyson Gives Words of Wisdom to Reagan and Gorbachev for World Peace

Reluctant to go to school, Danny Quayle wishes he was "BIG" and pals around with George Bush and his running mate. Antic

EP 27

Carter, Nixon and Ford Perform Ex-President Do-Wop Blues

The old "Nixon wit" helps keep him occupied when he gets locked in the basement with the missing Watergate tapes. Mother

EP 28

Ollie North and Nixon Plan to Take Over the Western Hemisphere

Bush learns how to charge away the deficit problems after watching Gorbi abuse his Russian Express Card. Nixon tries to

EP 29

Freddy Krueger's Nightmare: Dan Quayle Elected President

Just when Dukakis thought that his White House career would never become a reality, he lands a job as Bush's chauffeur.

EP 30

Nixon Impersonates Elvis in a Moneymaking Scheme

In an attempt to tackle the high national debt left by the Reagan administration, Bush turns to the "Cozfather" to ask f

EP 31

Nixon Impersonates Dangerfield, Dolly Parton and Bette Midler

Dan Quayle heads to D.C. Follies after trying to play hooky from work. Reagan's failing memory serves as an obstacle whe

EP 32

Reagan Auditions for a Part on 'Dynasty'

Much to his surprise, Bush signs a nuclear freeze treaty with the Soviets when Gorbachev pretends to be a talking car de

EP 33

Fred Plays Chess with Yasser Arafat

Nixon's benevolent disposition becomes evident when he decides to give profits from his book to charity. Chess has never

EP 34

Castro and Arafat's New Show, 'Terrorists at the Movies' Gives Bambi Two Guns Down

Geraldo's evidence from home movies of famous people proves that they were indeed once babies. Quayle's homemade autobio

EP 35

Reagan Gets an Acting Job on Eightysomething

Mort takes on the role of Professor Higgins as he tries to tame Margaret Thatcher. Ted Kennedy's life as a bachelor is m

EP 36

Nixon Schemes to Make Money by Becoming a Surrogate Mother

Dan Quayle takes a joy ride in the presidential limo while Bush is out of town. Mort translates Bush's speech for the av

EP 37

The Pope Walks on Water at the Boston Harbor

While out on Dingy I, Bush is saved from sharks that are afraid to have Quayle as president. Arafat joins the homeless w

EP 38

Nixon Hawks the Watergate Tapes for $29.99

Gorbi gives King Kong a run for his money with his performance atop the Empire State Building. Harry Anderson's quick wi

EP 39

Joan Rivers Debates Gorbi and Thatcher

As Chief U.S. Delegate, Joan Rivers displays her sharp tongue with Gorbi and Thatcher. Arafat offers a new outlook on ch

EP 40

Nixon Contemplates a Parallel Universe Without Watergate

Thanks to Fred, Leslie Nielsen stops by the bar to tell the story of his big break and picks up gifts from all. In searc

EP 41

National Rambo Association Allows Criminally Insane to Possess Guns

Khomeni's scheme to kidnap Vice-President Quayle backfires when he finds himself begging the U.S. to take Dan back. Nixo

EP 42

Nixon Has Romantic Fantasies About Bo Derek

Nixon fantasizes a romantic weekend on the Riviera with Bo Derek, when in actuality he robbed her hotel room. Arafat has

EP 43

Dolly Parton Gives Makeup Tips to Barbara Bush

Ford's plan to go back to school to play football comes to an end when his agent, Nixon, is caught with foul play. Dolly

EP 44

Political Love Connection Profiles Arafat and Joan River's Dream Date

While visiting D.C. Follies, Yakov Smirnoff makes amends with Gorbi and they perform a segment from the "Yaki and Miki S

EP 45

The Contras Help Out on Ollie North's Telethon

Spielberg is living proof that once a director...always a director when Fred asks him to take a snapshot for him. Hollyw

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