Hee Haw

Hee Haw is a classic American variety series that blends country music performances with down-home sketch comedy set in the make-believe Kornfield Kounty. Usually led by hosts Buck Owens and Roy Clark, each episode mixes quick jokes, recurring characters, and lively musical numbers. The show spotlights established and emerging country artists alongside a familiar cast, delivering an upbeat, rural-flavored hour built around sing-alongs, punchlines, and playful showmanship.

Premiering in 1969, Hee Haw brings a fast-moving mix of country music and broad comedy to a colorful rural setting known as Kornfield Kounty. Most episodes are guided by host-musicians Buck Owens and Roy Clark, who introduce guest stars, trade quips, and keep the show rolling between songs and sketches. The format is built around recurring bits, quick one-liners at the fence, cornfield gags, and musical showcases featuring both headline acts and regular performers. While the humor leans on folksy stereotypes and running jokes, the series also serves as a consistent stage for country talent, pairing polished performances with a casual, party-like atmosphere. Originally a network program and later a long-running syndicated staple, the show became a familiar weekly stop for viewers who wanted music, laughter, and a lighthearted escape.