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A Special: Olivia Newton-John
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A Special: Olivia Newton-John

1976-11-17 · 52 min · ★ 7.7

TV Movie · Music

In her first variety special, Olivia Newton-John performs with guests including Elliott Gould, Lynda Carter, Tom Bosley, Ron Howard and Lee Majors.

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Directors
Norman Campbell
Production companies
ABC
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United States of America
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Released

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Olivia Newton-JohnOlivia Newton-John
Rona BarrettRona Barrett
Tom BosleyTom Bosley
Lynda CarterLynda Carter
Elliott GouldElliott Gould
Ron HowardRon Howard
Lee MajorsLee Majors

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