Pioneers of Television

Jonathan Winters' Improvisational Comedy

Clip: Season 4 Episode 4 | 1m 38s

Despite its difficulties with scripted recreation, classic comedian Jonathan Winters was at his best when he was improvising.

Aired: 05/06/14

Rating: NR

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