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Watch Mr. Wizard

Watch Mr. Wizard

Description: Watch Mr. Wizard is an American television program for children that demonstrates the science behind ordinary things. The show's creator and on-air host was Don Herbert. Marcel LaFollette says of the program, "It enjoyed consistent praise, awards, and high ratings throughout its history. Wikipedia
Genre: Family
Year Released: 1951
Number of seasons: 1
Number of episodes: 565
First episode air date: March 3, 1951
Program Creator: Don Herbert
Production Locations: Chicago, Illinois (1951–55); New York City (1955–65)
Cast: Don Herbert
Networks: Nickelodeon, NBC, Nick at Nite
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