A Bob Hope Comedy SpecialMusicComedyA Bob Hope Comedy SpecialMusicComedythumb_upthumb_downA Bob Hope Comedy SpecialSeptember 27, 1963Directed byJack SheaHosted by Jack Benny and Bing Crosby, as Bob Hope was unable to perform due to an eye surgery to remove a blood clot. Hope appeared in pre-recorded pieces with a Benny monologue and Crosby singing.US content warning variety special Last Updated: April 4, 2026 Request Update CastBob HopeSelfBarbra StreisandPerformerTuesday WeldSelfDean MartinSelfJames GarnerSelfVerna FeltonSelfJesse WhiteSelf Image Gallery RecommendedJohn Mulaney & The Sack Lunch BunchFight for Your Right RevisitedCoyote UglyZiegfeld FolliesHellzapoppin'Fun with Dick and JaneOne Night at McCool'sSong of the Thin ManFeel the BeatIs This Thing On?In The MixWelcome Home Roscoe JenkinsKevin Hart: What Now?Another Thin ManKrush Groove