Barton Fink

The Midnight Special was an American late-night musical variety show that aired on NBC between the years of 1973 to 1981, making it a fixture in households during the 1970s and early '80s. Created and produced by Burt Sugarman, the ninety-minute program was strategically placed as a follow-up to The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson on Friday nights, attracting an audience eager for music and entertainment after a long week.During its run, guest hosts such as Helen Reddy (for a period between 1975-76) and Wolfman Jack (serving as the announcer and frequent guest host) graced the stage. The show also made room for vintage footage of older acts and sprinkled in comedic performances by artists like Richard Pryor and Andy Kaufman, making it a lively and varied experience for viewers.While the program initially featured live music, as it approached its conclusion in the early 1980s, lip-synched performances became more commonplace. Regardless of the shift in performance style, The Midnight Special remained an engaging platform for both legendary musicians and up-and-coming acts, making Friday nights a memorable celebration of musical talent.