The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1978 (1978)
Celebrate Christmas with the "Man In Black" and some of the biggest stars of the 70s!
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
Genre: Music, Comedy, TV Movie, Documentary
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: December 6, 1978
Cast
- Johnny Cash - Self
- June Carter Cash - Self
- Rita Coolidge - Self
- Kris Kristofferson - Self
- Steve Martin - Self
- Carlene Carter - The Carter Family
- Tara Cash - The Carter Family
- Rosanne Cash - The Carter Family
- Cindy Cash - The Carter Family
- Kathy Cash - The Carter Family
Screenplay
Production: The Cates Brothers Company, CBS, Shout! Factory
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Walter C. Miller
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1978 about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1978?
- The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1978 was directed by Walter C. Miller.
- Who stars in The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1978?
- The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1978 stars Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, Rita Coolidge, Kris Kristofferson, Steve Martin, Carlene Carter.
- How long is The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1978?
- The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1978 has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1978?
- The Johnny Cash Christmas Special 1978 is a Music, Comedy, TV Movie, Documentary film.