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51. Robin's Hoods (1994–1995)
60 min | Drama
Prosecutor Brett Robin's husband, a cop, is killed. She discovers he hired ex-cons to work at a bar he bought as part of their parole. She keeps the bar open and lets them stay to help solve her tough cases.
Stars: Jennifer Campbell, David Gail, Julie McCullough, Claire Yarlett
Votes: 65
52. Like Normal People (1979 TV Movie)
97 min | Drama
A mentally-challenged man and woman meet, fall in love, and are determined to get married, despite the initial objections of their families and friends. Based on a true story.
Director: Harvey Hart | Stars: Shaun Cassidy, Linda Purl, Zalman King, James Keach
Votes: 249
53. The Oregon Trail (1976–1978)
60 min | Drama, Western
In 1842, a widower leaves his Illinois farm and heads west towards Oregon with his three children to seek a better life.
Stars: Rod Taylor, Andrew Stevens, Tony Becker, Gina Smika Hunter
Votes: 127
54. Serpico (1976–1977)
60 min | Crime, Drama
Frank Serpico was a maverick New York City detective who, after turning in a large number of "bad" cops and later being shot in the face, often went undercover to expose corruption in the ... See full summary »
Stars: David Birney, Tom Atkins, Nick Corello, Richard Foronjy
Votes: 188
55. Money on the Side (1982 TV Movie)
100 min | Drama
Three middle-class housewives who are having money problems join a prostitution ring.
Director: Robert L. Collins | Stars: Karen Valentine, Jamie Lee Curtis, Linda Purl, Christopher Lloyd
Votes: 182
56. Maid of Honor (2006 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 90 min | Drama, Family, Mystery
A disturbed woman helps her dead sister's husband cope with his loss, but becomes dangerously infatuated with him along the way. When he plans to remarry, she goes to terrifying lengths to prevent the wedding going ahead.
Director: Douglas Jackson | Stars: Linda Purl, Linden Ashby, Shannon Sturges, Bruce Dinsmore
Votes: 572
57. What Really Happened to the Class of '65? (1977–1978)
60 min | Drama
Sam Ashley, a graduate of 1965 class of Bret Harte High School, who was now a teacher at the school, served as the narrator describing what had happened to his fellow graduates in the decade since they had graduated.
Stars: Tony Bill, Jack Ging, Jessica Walter, Laurie Prange
Votes: 96
58. Lucas Tanner (1974–1975)
60 min | Drama, Sport
Lucas Tanner changes careers after a grievous personal tragedy, taking up teaching in suburban St. Louis. He approaches it in an idealistic fashion, rebeling against the rules that keep him from connecting to the students.
Stars: David Hartman, Robbie Rist, Trish Soodik, Rosemary Murphy
Votes: 155
59. First Monday (2002)
60 min | Drama
Each Supreme Court term begins on the first Monday in October. Currently, the Court's evenly divided between conservatives and liberals. Moderate Justice Joseph Novelli has just joined them. The show follows their cases and lives.
Stars: Joe Mantegna, James Garner, Charles Durning, Camille Saviola
Votes: 216
60. W.C. Fields and Me (1976)
PG | 111 min | Biography, Drama
One of comedies true originals - the master of wit and good, mean fun, the curmudgeonly, and very original, the legendary W.C. Fields' is wonderfully portrayed by Rod Steiger in this off-beat biopic.
Director: Arthur Hiller | Stars: Rod Steiger, Valerie Perrine, John Marley, Jack Cassidy
Votes: 511
61. Having Babies (1976 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 100 min | Drama
The story of four couples who are about to have children using the Lamaze method.
Director: Robert Day | Stars: Desi Arnaz Jr., Adrienne Barbeau, Ronny Cox, Harry Guardino
Votes: 99
62. Timeless Tales from Hallmark (1990–1991)
TV-G | 30 min | Musical, Animation, Family
A live-action/animated direct-to-video series hosted by Olivia Newton-John, produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions and Hallmark Cards. The purpose is to teach children how to handle Earth's resources responsibly.
Stars: Kath Soucie, Olivia Newton-John, Elisabeth Harnois, Jeremy Yablan
Votes: 119
63. Sons and Daughters (1974)
60 min | Drama
Jeff and Anita are students at Southwest High in the 1950s who find themselves falling in love. They bond over family problems as Jeff's father has recently died and Anita's parents are divorced. Stash and 'Moose' are their pals.
Stars: Glynnis O'Connor, Gary Frank, Jan Shutan, John S. Ragin
Votes: 67
64. Testimony of Two Men (1977)
360 min | Drama
Ambitious, post-Civil War costume drama spaning 36 years which intertwines several stories of lust, power, greed and murder in dealing with two former army field doctors and their passion for their work and women in their lives.
Stars: David Birney, Barbara Parkins, Steve Forrest, Ralph Bellamy
Votes: 129
65. Eleanor and Franklin (1976)
203 min | Biography, Drama, Romance
The story of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, from early youth to his election as President of the United States, as told from Eleanor's point of view.
Stars: David Huffman, Mackenzie Phillips, Lilia Skala, Ed Flanders
Votes: 388
66. The Hidden Room (1991–1993)
TV-14 | 30 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
This half-hour anthology show usually featured a woman in hardship, musing about might-have-beens, or fighting for her life, such as a woman being visited by the ghost of the child she ... See full summary »
Stars: Mimi Kuzyk, Yannick Bisson, Don Francks, Ashleigh Ann Wood
Votes: 132
67. Born Free: A New Adventure (1996 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 92 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
Another thrilling adventure for Elsa the lioness as she works her magic on two teenagers struggling with changes in their life
Director: Tommy Lee Wallace | Stars: Jonathan Brandis, Ariana Richards, Chris Noth, Lea Moreno
Votes: 337
68. Body Language (1992 TV Movie)
R | 88 min | Thriller
The ambitious Betsy is happy: she gets promoted to a leading management position. Her happiness is spoiled only a little by problems with a boyfriend who feels neglected and an harassing ... See full summary »
Director: Arthur Allan Seidelman | Stars: Heather Locklear, Linda Purl, James Acheson, Edward Albert
Votes: 348
69. The Perfect Tenant (2000)
R | 93 min | Thriller
Twenty years ago Danny Summer found his father hanging from the rafters on Christmas Eve. Ever since that night he has been plotting revenge. When Brian Hartwell moves into Jessica ... See full summary »
Director: Doug Campbell | Stars: Linda Purl, Maxwell Caulfield, Stacy Hogue, Melissa Behr
Votes: 373
70. Paul's Promise (2022)
PG | 94 min | Drama, Family
The inspiring true story of Paul Holderfield, a bigoted firefighter-turned pastor, who started one of the first integrated churches in the American South.
Director: Matthew Reithmayr | Stars: Ryan O'Quinn, Linda Purl, Shari Rigby, Josef Cannon
Votes: 115
71. Jack's Place (1992– )
60 min | Drama
Jack Evans, a former jazz musician, opens a restaurant where Chelsea is the waitress and Greg is the bartender. Romance is served along with food.
Stars: Hal Linden, Finola Hughes, John Dye, Amanda Peterson
Votes: 68
72. The Pat Sajak Show (1989–1990)
60 min | Talk-Show
After Pat's other show, "Wheel of Fortune" enjoyed a surge of popularity in the late 80's, he decided to try his hand at hosting a late-night talk show. The format was similar to "The ... See full summary »
Stars: Pat Sajak, Dan Miller, Tom Scott, Geoff Bolt
Votes: 136
73. Trying Times (1987–1989)
30 min | Comedy
A half-hour sitcom anthology on PBS, about people who are struggling with the daily routines of life.
Stars: Rosanna Arquette, Teri Garr, Candice Bergen, Steven Wright
Votes: 83
74. Dark Mansions (1986 TV Movie)
120 min | Thriller
A woman hired to write the history of a wealthy family stays at the family's estate in Oregon. She discovers that she strongly resembles a long-dead ancestor in the family, and finds things... See full summary »
Director: Jerry London | Stars: Joan Fontaine, Michael York, Paul Shenar, Melissa Sue Anderson
Votes: 118
75. Spies, Lies & Naked Thighs (1988 TV Movie)
90 min | Comedy
In this spoof of spy films, Alan, a U.N. translator, and his kindergarten teacher wife, Beverly, get roped into helping foil a presidential assassination plot by an unlikely G-man-who just ... See full summary »
Director: James Frawley | Stars: Harry Anderson, Ed Begley Jr., Wendy Crewson, Linda Purl
Votes: 263
76. Jory (1973)
PG | 97 min | Drama, Western
Jory is a fifteen-year-old boy who joins a horse-drive after his father is killed by a drunkard. The drive's leader and a likable cowhand take the boy under their wing, and find that tragedy has taught him how to take care of himself.
Director: Jorge Fons | Stars: John Marley, B.J. Thomas, Robby Benson, Claudio Brook
Votes: 228
77. Outrage! (1986 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 94 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
After a technicality results in the release of a man being tried for the rape and murder of a young woman, her father murders the man. Admitting his guilt and refusing to use temporary ... See full summary »
Director: Walter Grauman | Stars: Robert Preston, Beau Bridges, Burgess Meredith, Linda Purl
Votes: 147
78. Hour Magazine (1980–1989)
60 min | Family, Talk-Show
Award-winning syndicated daytime talk show hosted by Gary Collins, featuring a variety of celebrity guests, current affairs, cooking and popular culture.
Stars: Gary Collins, José Eber, Victoria Principal, Mary Ann Mobley
Votes: 101
79. The Young Pioneers (1978– )
60 min | Western
Short-lived series (3 episodes) about teenage newlyweds in the Dakota Territory in the early 1870s.
Stars: Linda Purl, Roger Kern, Robert Hays, Robert Donner
Votes: 47
80. Criminal Intent (2005 TV Movie)
PG-13 | 88 min | Crime, Thriller
A former defense lawyer, now working as a divorce lawyer is asked to represent her best friends husband who has been accused of her murder.
Director: George Erschbamer | Stars: Vanessa Angel, Sebastian Spence, Linda Purl, David Palffy
Votes: 287
81. Young Pioneers (1976 TV Movie)
97 min | Western
Pilot for the TV series of the same name released in 1978 that told the tale of teenage newlyweds Molly and David Beaton in the Dakota Territory in the 1870s.
Director: Michael O'Herlihy | Stars: Roger Kern, Linda Purl, Robert Hays, Shelly Juttner
Votes: 141
82. The Joan Rivers Show (1989–1993)
60 min | Talk-Show
After the end of her longtime association with Johnny Carson and the failure of her own late night talk show, Joan Rivers attempted to try her hand, this time, on her morning talk show, in ... See full summary »
Stars: Joan Rivers, Myreah Mai Moore, Gladys Knight, Bob Hope
Votes: 97
83. Holy Joe (1999 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 96 min | Drama
Reverend Joe Cass (John Ritter) is an Episcopalian priest and volunteer firefighter who is in the midst of a crisis of faith when he gets called to a dangerous blaze and witnesses an apparent miracle.
Director: Larry Peerce | Stars: John Ritter, Meredith Baxter, David Tom, Kayla Campbell
Votes: 241
84. Viper (1988)
R | 94 min | Action, Drama
After Laura's husband James is murdered, she decides to find out who did it and why. She finds herself in a fight against an anti-terrorist organization in her desire for revenge.
Director: Peter Maris | Stars: Linda Purl, James Tolkan, Jeff Kober, Chris Robinson
Votes: 134
85. Beacon Hill (1975– )
60 min | Drama
Soap opera about rich family and their servants in 1920s Boston.
Stars: Susan Blanchard, David Dukes, Michael Nouri, Linda Purl
Votes: 62
86. Medical Story (1975–1976)
60 min | Drama
Stars: Tony Musante, Robert Mandan, Catherine Burns, Elyssa Davalos
Votes: 59
87. Secrets (1992 TV Movie)
TV-14 | 93 min | Drama, Romance
A producer sets up a cast for the pilot of a soap opera. Each actor brings a personal secret to the filming in Manhattan.
Director: Peter H. Hunt | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Linda Purl, Gary Collins, Ben Browder
Votes: 368
88. Heather O'Rourke: She Was Here
Documentary | Post-production
Heather O'Rourke biopic explores her life through interviews with family, co-stars, and unseen photos/videos, aiming to counter rumors and preserve her legacy.
Director: Nick Bailey | Stars: Craig T. Nelson, Linda Purl, JoBeth Williams, Heather O'Rourke
89. The Absolute Truth (1997 TV Movie)
120 min | Drama, Thriller
A television newswoman (Seymour) must betray a friend in order to expose a presidential candidate (Devane) guilty of sexual harassment.
Director: James Keach | Stars: Jane Seymour, Bruce Greenwood, Linda Purl, Marina Palmier
Votes: 170
90. Natural Causes (1994)
PG-13 | 90 min | Action, Drama, Thriller
An American links her mothers death in Bankok to a plot involving Vietnamese refugees.
Director: James Becket | Stars: Janis Paige, Ken Wisan, Joke Tachalom, Popin Kukiatton
Votes: 187
91. Frozen Impact (2003 TV Movie)
96 min | Drama, Romance, Thriller
A plane, carrying the liver destined for a child's transplant, crashes in a hailstorm.
Director: Neil Kinsella | Stars: Ted McGinley, Linda Purl, Stacy Keach, Myles Jeffrey
Votes: 488
92. Stranger at the Door (2004 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 92 min | Drama, Mystery, Thriller
A suspense-thriller about a married couple whose adopted son turns up at their home after several years and has bad intentions.
Director: Douglas Jackson | Stars: Linda Purl, Andrew Kraulis, Perry King, Meredith Henderson
Votes: 530
93. The Flame Is Love (1979 TV Movie)
104 min | Drama, Romance
Linda Purl is a turn-of-the-century American heiress who, while en route to her betrothal to an English Duke (Timothy Dalton), encounters love and intrigue in the arms of a French journalist (Shane Briant).
Director: Michael O'Herlihy | Stars: Linda Purl, Timothy Dalton, Shane Briant, Helena Carroll
Votes: 89
94. In Self Defense (1987 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 94 min | Thriller
A witness (Linda Purl) is terrorized by the killer (Billy Drago) against whom she testified.
Director: Bruce Seth Green | Stars: Linda Purl, Yaphet Kotto, Terry Lester, Billy Drago
Votes: 139
95. The Home Show (1988–1994)
Reality-TV, Talk-Show
Short lived daytime talk show.
Stars: Gary Collins, Sarah Purcell, Wil Shriner, Kitty Bartholomew
Votes: 168
96. Web of Deceit (1990 TV Movie)
PG-13 | 93 min | Thriller
After making a name for herself on the West Coast, a defense lawyer returns to her hometown of Atlanta to argue a controversial rape-murder case. But it's not all work and no play: once ... See full summary »
Director: Sandor Stern | Stars: Linda Purl, James Read, Paul DeSouza, Len Birman
Votes: 103
97. State Fair (1976 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 55 min | Drama
Director: David Lowell Rich | Stars: Vera Miles, Tim O'Connor, Mitch Vogel, Julie Cobb
Votes: 53
98. The Night the City Screamed (1980 TV Movie)
PG | 96 min | Drama
A big-city blackout brings out looters, an ambitious politician, a police squad, and a young woman stranded after a party. An all-star cast.
Director: Harry Falk | Stars: Georg Stanford Brown, Raymond Burr, David Cassidy, Robert Culp
Votes: 106
99. The High Life (2019– )
Comedy
A woman moves back to her mixed-religious and highly dysfunctional family's home and attempts to find God out of her childhood bedroom.
Stars: Stephanie Sanditz, Amy Landecker, Linda Purl, Jesse Garcia
Votes: 18
100. Crisis Center (1997– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama
Revolves around a crisis center in San Francisco where they deal with suicidal callers, hostage situations and mothers in labor.
Stars: Kellie Martin, Tina Lifford, Clifton Collins Jr., Dana Ashbrook
Votes: 29