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1. What's My Line? (1950–1967)
30 min | Family, Game-Show
Four panelists must determine guests' occupations - and, in the case of famous guests, while blindfolded, their identity - by asking only "yes" or "no" questions.
Stars: John Daly, Arlene Francis, Bennett Cerf, Dorothy Kilgallen
Votes: 1,769
2. Stage Door Canteen (1943)
Passed | 132 min | Comedy, Romance, War
"Dakota" Smith (William Terry), a young soldier on a pass in New York City, visits the famed Stage Door Canteen, where famous stars of the theatre and movies appear and host a recreational ... See full summary »
Director: Frank Borzage | Stars: Cheryl Walker, William Terry, Judith Anderson, Kenny Baker
Votes: 1,825
3. The Ed Sullivan Show (1948–1971)
TV-G | 60 min | Music, Talk-Show
The classic prime time variety show most famous for its vaudeville acts and rock music performances.
Stars: Ed Sullivan, The Ray Bloch Orchestra, Ray Bloch, Johnny Wayne
Votes: 1,561
4. Studio One (1948–1958)
60 min | Drama
A pinnacle of the Golden Age of Television, "Studio One" presented a wide range of memorable dramas and received eighteen Emmy nominations and five wins during its prestigious nine-year run on CBS.
Stars: Betty Furness, Paul Branson, Charlton Heston, Mary Sinclair
Votes: 328
5. This Is Your Life (1955–2003)
30 min | Documentary, Biography
The UK version of the popular US show. Eamonn Andrews (later Michael Aspel) surprises celebrities by presenting them with the Big Red Book before taking them into the studio to tell viewers... See full summary »
Stars: Eamonn Andrews, Michael Aspel, Elizabeth Dawn, June Whitfield
Votes: 323
6. The United States Steel Hour (1953–1963)
60 min | Comedy, Drama
In this live drama series, over two hundred live plays, covering all aspects of society, were shown.
Stars: Richard Kiley, Betsy Palmer, Edward Andrews, Biff McGuire
Votes: 196
7. Armchair Theatre (1956–1974)
60 min | Drama
This show was a British television drama anthology series of single plays that ran on the ITV network from 1956 to 1974. It was originally produced by Associated British Corporation, and from mid-1968 by Thames Television.
Stars: Harry H. Corbett, Paul Whitsun-Jones, Billie Whitelaw, Neil McCallum
Votes: 245
8. Parkinson (1971–2007)
50 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Journalist Michael Parkinson interviews a broad range of the most famous people in the world.
Stars: Michael Parkinson, Marian Montgomery, Billy Connolly, Barry Humphries
Votes: 803
9. The Milton Berle Show (1948–1956)
60 min | Comedy, Family
The Texaco Star Theatre was one of the most popular shows in the history of television. In the first year, Milton Berle was not the permanent emcee, but once he replaced the rotation, the ... See full summary »
Stars: Milton Berle, Sid Stone, Jimmy Nelson, Arnold Stang
Votes: 164
10. Holy Matrimony (1943)
Not Rated | 87 min | Comedy, Drama
From Arnold Bennett's novel "Buried Alive". An artist returning from years abroad takes the identity of his dead valet to escape the attentions of the press.
Director: John M. Stahl | Stars: Monty Woolley, Gracie Fields, Laird Cregar, Una O'Connor
Votes: 897
11. Goodyear Playhouse (1951–1957)
60 min | Drama
The show featured original plays plus plays adapted from works.
Stars: Walter Matthau, David White, Constance Ford, Kim Stanley
Votes: 111
12. Paris Underground (1945)
Approved | 97 min | Action, Drama, Mystery
Among the terrified refugees jamming the roads out of Paris in 1940 are Kitty de Mornay, a rich American divorced from her French husband, and her companion Emmyline (Emmy) Quayle. A German... See full summary »
Director: Gregory Ratoff | Stars: Constance Bennett, Gracie Fields, Jorge Rigaud, Kurt Kreuger
Votes: 316
13. On the Fiddle (1961)
Not Rated | 89 min | Comedy, War
During World War II, a street peddler invents a story about enlisting, which convinces the magistrate to send him to the RAF instead of prison. A new loyal friend goes along with his schemes to avoid work, but eventually duty calls.
Director: Cyril Frankel | Stars: Alfred Lynch, Sean Connery, Victor Maddern, Harry Locke
Votes: 563
14. Val Parnell's Sunday Night at the London Palladium (1955–1967)
60 min | Comedy, Music
A revival of the British variety show Tonight at the London Palladium, it ran from 28 October 1973 to 28 October 1974.
Stars: Bruce Forsyth, Tommy Trinder, Norman Vaughan, Don Arroll
Votes: 48
15. The Tonight Show Starring Jack Paar (1957–1962)
105 min | Comedy, Family, Talk-Show
Originally airing during late-night, Tonight Starring Jack Paar was an American talk show hosted by Jack Paar under the Tonight Show franchise from 1957 to 1962. After 1959, it was officially known as The Jack Paar Show.
Stars: Hugh Downs, Jose Melis, Jack Paar, Cliff Arquette
Votes: 324
16. Molly and Me (1945)
Not Rated | 77 min | Comedy, Musical
A vivacious actress needing work becomes a housekeeper for a crusty retired politician, and gives his life the shaking-up that it needs.
Director: Lewis Seiler | Stars: Gracie Fields, Monty Woolley, Roddy McDowall, Reginald Gardiner
Votes: 585
17. The DuPont Show of the Month (1957–1961)
90 min | Comedy, Drama, History
The award winning bing play of Mary Chase came to television in 1958. It tells the story of Elwood P. Dowd (Art Carney), a personable chap who drinks a little, and befriends a "pookah", a ... See full summary »
Stars: Tim O'Connor, James Valentine, Hurd Hatfield, John Colicos
Votes: 104
18. The David Frost Show (1969–1972)
90 min | Talk-Show
American show featuring the popular British talk show host.
Stars: David Frost, Gerri Granger, Tiny Tim, Dana Valery
Votes: 248
19. This Week of Grace (1933)
92 min | Comedy
A poor, unemployed woman is made housekeeper at the estate of a wealthy duchess.
Director: Maurice Elvey | Stars: Gracie Fields, Henry Kendall, Douglas Wakefield, Frank Pettingell
Votes: 56
20. Aquarius (1970–1977)
39 min | Documentary
An arts magazine programme for ITV, presented by Humphrey Burton. Originally a fortnightly series, it became weekly, while later editions were presented by Peter Hall.
Stars: Humphrey Burton, Peter Hall, Russell Harty, Leonard Bernstein
Votes: 30
21. The Russell Harty Show (1974–1984)
60 min | Talk-Show
The Russell Harty Show featured interviews, music, and entertainment with diverse guests, captivating audiences with engaging conversations and performances.
Stars: Russell Harty, Barry Humphries, Joanna Lumley, Frankie Howerd
Votes: 55
22. The Bell Telephone Hour (1959–1968)
60 min | Music
The long-running television version of the long-running NBC radio series devoted to classical music as well as Broadway composers.
Stars: The Bell Telephone Orchestra, Mel Brandt, Donald Voorhees, The Buster Davis Singers
Votes: 49
23. Look Up and Laugh (1935)
80 min | Comedy, Musical
Gutsy lass Gracie rallies fellow stall-holders at Birkenhead Market to prevent its takeover and demolition by a department store chain. She invokes the Market's foundation by Royal Charter ... See full summary »
Director: Basil Dean | Stars: Gracie Fields, Vivien Leigh, Douglas Wakefield, Alfred Drayton
Votes: 152
24. The Arthur Murray Party (1950–1960)
30 min | Family, Music
Ballroom dancing, plus comedy, songs and dance contests on one of the few programs to air over all four major commercial networks. ABC premiered it on July 20, 1950 and it closed on NBC on ... See full summary »
Stars: William H. Vaux, Kathryn Murray, Arthur Murray, Ray Carter Orchestra
Votes: 28
25. Sing As We Go! (1934)
80 min | Comedy, Musical, Romance
When the textile mill closes, putting her out of work, Gracie finds herself experiencing all of the amusements of Blackpool.
Director: Basil Dean | Stars: Gracie Fields, John Loder, Dorothy Hyson, Stanley Holloway
Votes: 146
26. Sally in Our Alley (1931)
74 min | Comedy, Drama, Musical
A British soldier goes off to fight in World War I, and his girlfriend waits and worries at home. He is soon wounded in battle. When he realizes that he is crippled, he comes to the ... See full summary »
Director: Maurice Elvey | Stars: Gracie Fields, Ian Hunter, Florence Desmond, Ivor Barnard
Votes: 136
27. Shipyard Sally (1939)
77 min | Musical, Comedy
A music hall performer manages the saloon her father bought. The clientèle includes unemployed shipyard workers who she entertains and helps.
Director: Monty Banks | Stars: Gracie Fields, Sydney Howard, Morton Selten, Norma Varden
Votes: 62
28. Telescope (1963–1973)
30 min | Documentary
Documentary and biography with interviews as the central element of the show.
Stars: Fletcher Markle, Ken Cavanaugh, Pierre Berton, Gordon Sinclair
Votes: 30
29. Stars on Sunday (1969–1979)
Music
Stars: Jess Yates, Gracie Fields, Violet Carson, Harry Secombe
Votes: 18
30. Smiling Along (I) (1938)
83 min | Comedy, Musical
Entertainer quits a crooked London theater and sets up her troupe on her uncle's farm. A famous musician joins the group and helps them get a legitimate booking.
Director: Monty Banks | Stars: Gracie Fields, Roger Livesey, Mary Maguire, Peter Coke
Votes: 13
31. The Name's the Same (1951–1955)
30 min | Family, Game-Show
Guests who have the same name as famous persons, fictional characters, or things, are quizzed by celebrity panelists who try to determine their name.
Stars: Joan Alexander, Robert Q. Lewis, Gene Rayburn, Roger Price
Votes: 98
32. Queen of Hearts (1936)
78 min | Comedy
An ordinary working class seamstress who is mistaken as a rich patron of the arts. When she's asked to back a new show she plays along with the charade, hoping that she can become the production's leading lady.
Director: Monty Banks | Stars: Gracie Fields, John Loder, Enid Stamp-Taylor, Fred Duprez
Votes: 50
33. Looking on the Bright Side (1932)
81 min | Comedy, Musical, Romance
Gracie and Laurie are lovers who together form a musical act. Gracie sings and Laurie writes the songs, but when Laurie gets a taste of fame, he runs off after a glamorous actress.
Directors: Graham Cutts, Basil Dean | Stars: Gracie Fields, Richard Dolman, Julian Rose, Wyn Richmond
Votes: 77
34. Riders to the Sea (1937)
40 min | Short
In this story of Western Ireland, the most famous work of Irelands greatest dramatist John Millington Synge is brought to the screen by Ulster's greatest film director Brian Desmond Hurst. ... See full summary »
Director: Brian Desmond Hurst | Stars: Sara Allgood, Ria Mooney, Shelah Richards, Kevin Guthrie
Votes: 17
35. We're Going to Be Rich (1938)
78 min | Comedy, Drama, History
A drifter Dobbie and his wife Kit leave Australia in the 1880s for South African gold fields. She discovers happiness is where her husband is.
Director: Monty Banks | Stars: Gracie Fields, Victor McLaglen, Brian Donlevy, Coral Browne
Votes: 35
36. Val Parnell's Spectacular (1956–1961)
60 min | Music
A variety show frequently featuring top talent.
Stars: Dave King, Arthur Haynes, Jack Parnell Orchestra, Alma Cogan
Votes: 14
37. The Show Goes On (1937)
93 min | Musical
A mill worker is plucked from obscurity and thrust towards fame and fortune when an ailing composer needs a singer to perform his work.
Director: Basil Dean | Stars: Gracie Fields, Owen Nares, John Stuart, Horace Hodges
Votes: 66
38. Love, Life & Laughter (1934)
83 min | Comedy, Drama, Musical
Gracie plays a London publican's daughter named after Nell Gwynn, who much like the original, becomes romantically involved with a King(John Loder). This one however, isn't English, but ... See full summary »
Director: Maurice Elvey | Stars: Gracie Fields, John Loder, Ivor Barnard, Allan Aynesworth
Votes: 70
39. Starlight (1936– )
15 min
Variety programme, presenting musical and comedy acts.
Stars: Evelyn Dall, Bebe Daniels, Ben Lyon, Vera Zorina
40. The Royal Variety Performance 1964 (1964 TV Special)
160 min | Music
Director: Duncan Wood | Stars: The Bachelors, Raymond Baxter, Cilla Black, The Chico Hamilton Quintet
41. Music-Hall (1949–1954)
Comedy, Family, Music
Stars: The Television Toppers, Muriel Young, Audrey Wayne, Leon Cortez
42. The Big Record (1957–1958)
30 min | Music
Stars: Patti Page, Bill Hayes, Johnny Mathis, Erroll Garner
Votes: 18
43. The Birth of Television (1976 TV Movie)
90 min | Documentary, Drama
Director: Laurie John | Stars: Gracie Fields, Dinah Sheridan, Arthur Askey, Cyril Fletcher
44. Ford Star Revue (1950– )
60 min | Comedy, Music
Stars: Jack Haley, Mindy Carson, The Mello-Larks, Colette Marchand
Votes: 14
45. The Royal Variety Performance 1978 (1978 TV Special)
185 min | Music, Comedy
Stars: Moira Anderson, Arthur Askey, Kenny Ball, The Beverley Sisters
46. Val Parnell's Startime (1956–1960)
Comedy, Music
Stars: Bob Monkhouse, Denis Goodwin, The George Carden Dancers, Dennis Ringrowe
47. Showtime (I) (1959–1961)
Stars: David Nixon, The George Mitchell Singers, Dorothy Wayne, Stanley Unwin
48. Ocean Terminal (1952)
30 min | Documentary, Short
Drama and romance in the lives of those working at Southampton Docks.
Director: J.B. Holmes | Stars: Michael Goodliffe, Gracie Fields, Barbara Lott
Votes: 22
49. Tomorrow's Man (1955 TV Movie)
65 min | Documentary
Television documentary for New Year's Eve 1955 featuring people likely to become significant personalities in 1956.
Director: Barrie Edgar | Stars: Bob Danvers Walker, Hywel Davies, Gracie Fields
50. Alan Melville Takes You from A-Z (1956–1959)
Comedy, Family, Music
Stars: Alan Melville, Alfredo Campoli, Jacqueline Delman, Florence Desmond