The Honeymooners

For decades, fans of The Honeymooners believed that the so-called “Classic 39” were the only surviving episodes. These half-hour installments, aired during the 1955–1956 season, […]

When people think of The Honeymooners, one name immediately comes to mind: Jackie Gleason. His booming voice, exaggerated gestures, and unforgettable portrayal of Ralph Kramden […]

Before Audrey Meadows became forever identified as Alice Kramden, the role was first played by Pert Kelton, a talented character actress with a career that […]

Unlike her co-stars, Joyce Randolph was relatively unknown when she joined The Honeymooners. Born in Detroit and drawn to acting at a young age, Randolph […]

To most viewers, Art Carney will always be Ed Norton — the sewer worker with the quirky mannerisms and a heart of gold. But Carney […]

For all the laughter and catchphrases of The Honeymooners, the stories behind the curtain were just as compelling. From backstage tensions to lighthearted anecdotes, the […]

When Jackie Gleason began searching for the perfect actress to play Alice Kramden on The Honeymooners sketches of his variety show, he knew exactly what […]

Seven decades have passed since Jackie Gleason cast Joyce Randolph as his fourth banana in the classic TV sketch “The Honeymooners” (1951-57). Six years of […]

Though The Honeymooners only ran for two short seasons, its impact on American television was seismic. Premiering in the mid-1950s, the show introduced audiences to […]

When The Honeymooners premiered in the mid-1950s, audiences tuned in for Jackie Gleason’s larger-than-life humor, the sharp wit of Audrey Meadows, and the timeless banter […]