Thanksgiving is about family, food, and laughter and Catchy Comedy is bringing plenty of the funny for you with its annual ‘Dean Martin Thanksgiving Roast’. Fans of cool cat classic comedy can tune in to a 24-hour marathon of The Dean Martin Celebrity Roast starting Thursday, November 28 at 6am ET, running through Friday, November 29 at 6am ET.
Filmed at the iconic MGM Grand Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, this series of star-studded specials from the 1970s and 1980s features Dean Martin and a lineup of celebrity friends roasting the era’s most notable figures. It’s playful, nostalgic comedy at its finest, with an impressive roster of roastees including Lucille Ball, Muhammad Ali, Betty White, and Sammy Davis Jr.
A Tradition of Good-Natured Comedy
The Dean Martin Celebrity Roast began as a popular segment on The Dean Martin Show, which aired on NBC from 1965 to 1974. Its success led to a standalone spin-off series running from 1974 to 1984. These hour-long specials combined lighthearted jokes, affectionate teasing, and the unmistakable charm of Dean Martin himself. The classic event paved the way for Friar’s Clubs roasts and the modern TV roasts we know today.
Catchy Comedy, which debuted in March 2023 as a rebranding of the Decades Network, continues this annual tradition after years of airing it on its predecessor network. With this marathon, the network brings back an era of comedy that balances wit with warmth, making it a perfect fit for the Thanksgiving spirit.
Where to Watch
Catchy Comedy is widely available on streaming services like Philo, Frndly TV, and more. These platforms make it easy to stream the marathon live, so you can enjoy every moment of the laughs no matter where you are. Check your preferred service or visit CatchyComedy.com to find your local channel lineup and more streaming options.
What to Expect: The Roast Schedule
Catch the laughs all day and night with episodes roasting iconic names from entertainment, sports, and beyond. The scheduled guests of the hour:
‘Dean Martin Thanksgiving Roast’ on Catchy Comedy
Thursday, November 28 – Friday, November 29 (6am ET – 6am ET)
- 6am ET – Gabe Kaplan
- 7am ET – Telly Savalas
- 8am ET – Jack Klugman
- 9am ET – Danny Thomas
- 10am ET – Jackie Gleason
- 11am ET – Bob Hope
- 12pm ET – Lucille Ball
- 1pm ET – Valerie Harper
- 2pm ET – Betty White
- 3pm ET – Ted Knight
- 4pm ET – Dean Martin
- 6:15pm ET – Jimmy Stewart
- 8:30pm ET – George Burns
- 10pm ET – Sammy Davis Jr.
- 11pm ET – Angie Dickinson
- 12am ET – Michael Landon (1975)
- 1am ET – Suzanne Somers
- 2am ET – Redd Foxx
- 3am ET – Muhammad Ali
- 4am ET – Peter Marshall
- 5am ET – Mr. T
For a full schedule and more information, visit CatchyComedy.com.
About Catchy Comedy
Catchy Comedy is the home of classic TV laughs, featuring legendary shows from Norman Lear’s Good Times to late-night staples like Cheers and Taxi. Whether you’re bingeing weekend sitcoms or reliving the wit of The Dean Martin Celebrity Roast, Catchy Comedy offers timeless entertainment for fans of all ages.
Set your DVRs or settle in with the family—this Thanksgiving, the laughs are on Catchy Comedy.