what years was howdy doody on television?
This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on Sep 22, 2008. The Howdy Doody Show was one of the first and by far the most popular children's television shows in the 1950's and a reflection of the wonder, technical fascination and business realities associated with early television. www.millcreekent.com. 1  Film & Animation. 2  Standard YouTube License.