08/19/2024
I Love Lucy originally aired on CBS from October 15, 1951, to May 6, 1957, with a total of 180 half-hour episodes spanning six seasons. In 2020, American Cinematographer Magazine talked about the painstaking detail that went into every episode. They shot on 35mm film using 3 cameras to ensure a live performance feel and the best quality for future generations.
The weekly CBS-TV comedy show filmed in Hollywood sets pace for top-quality television.