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Second City Television•Season 2•Episode 16

Death Takes No Holiday

8.0/10 · 61 votesDec 31, 197830 min

Ranked #10 of 24 in Season 2•+0.1 vs season avg

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Phil from Phil's Nails (later the Garment King) is a send-up of Phil Givner, who did similar commercials for his carpet outlet back in the 70's in Toronto. Additional Viewing: William Castle was a director of B-movie thrillers that usually featured a gimmick of some sort.

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John Candy

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Episode Summary

"Death Takes No Holiday" is episode 16 of Second City Television season 2. It scored 8.0/10 from 61 votes, ranking #10 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.9). It aired on December 31, 1978.

Next: E17 · Rock ConcertBest of Season 2