The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1978 (1978)
MusicComedyTV MovieDocumentary
For his 1978 Christmas special, the third in as many years, Johnny Cash moved the taping of the Christmas Special to Los Angeles, and, predictably, the program takes on a Hollywood feel. Guests include Kris Kristofferson and singer Rita Coolidge, both friends of the Cash family who perform a heartfelt "Please Don't Tell Me How The Story Ends," and Steve Martin, one of America's hottest new comics at the time. June Carter Cash, as always, performs with her husband, and other family members make appearances in this special as well.
Director: Walter C. Miller
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Johnny Cash as Self |
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June Carter Cash as Self |
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Rita Coolidge as Self |
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Kris Kristofferson as Self |
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Steve Martin as Self |
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Carlene Carter as The Carter Family |
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Tara Cash as The Carter Family |
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Rosanne Cash as The Carter Family |
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Cindy Cash as The Carter Family |
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Kathy Cash as The Carter Family |
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Rosey Nix Adams as The Carter Family |
| Directing | Walter C. Miller | Director |
| Writing | Carmen Finestra | Writer |
| Writing | Frank Slocum | Writer |
| Production | Chet Hagan | Producer |