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1. Saturday Night Live (1975– )
TV-14 | 90 min | Comedy, Music
A famous guest host stars in parodies and sketches created by the cast of this witty show.
Stars: The Saturday Night Live Band, Don Pardo, Darrell Hammond, Kenan Thompson
Votes: 52,766
2. The Blues Brothers (1980)
R | 133 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
Jake Blues rejoins with his brother Elwood after being released from prison, but the duo has just days to reunite their old R&B band and save the Catholic home where the two were raised, outrunning the police as they tear through Chicago.
Director: John Landis | Stars: John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Cab Calloway, John Candy
Votes: 214,611 | Gross: $57.23M
3. The Upside (2017)
PG-13 | 126 min | Comedy, Drama
A comedic look at the relationship between a wealthy man with quadriplegia and an unemployed man with a criminal record who's hired to help him.
Director: Neil Burger | Stars: Kevin Hart, Bryan Cranston, Nicole Kidman, Aja Naomi King
Votes: 63,606 | Gross: $108.25M
4. Malcolm X (1992)
PG-13 | 202 min | Biography, Drama, History
Biographical epic of the controversial and influential Black Nationalist leader, from his early life and career as a small-time gangster, to his ministry as a member of the Nation of Islam and his eventual assassination.
Director: Spike Lee | Stars: Denzel Washington, Angela Bassett, Delroy Lindo, Spike Lee
Votes: 102,089 | Gross: $48.17M
5. Murphy Brown (1988–2018)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
The personal and professional misadventures of an opinionated but beloved woman working as a television journalist.
Stars: Candice Bergen, Grant Shaud, Robert Pastorelli, Faith Ford
Votes: 10,652
6. The Real Housewives of New York City (2008– )
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Reality-TV
A fast-paced reality show that follows several incredibly busy and ambitious Manhattan women. Watch as they balance envious social calendars, challenging careers, and motherhood, with the hustle and bustle of the big city all around.
Stars: Ramona Singer, Luann de Lesseps, Sonja Morgan, Bethenny Frankel
Votes: 4,038
7. Blues Brothers 2000 (1998)
PG-13 | 123 min | Action, Comedy, Crime
Elwood must reunite the old band, with a few new members, and go on another "Mission from God."
Director: John Landis | Stars: Dan Aykroyd, John Goodman, Walter Levine, Tom Davis
Votes: 34,784 | Gross: $13.98M
8. Room 222 (1969–1974)
30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
Teacher Pete Dixon tries to teach the students at Walt Whitman High to be tolerant. He's assisted by girlfriend and school counselor, Liz and student teacher (later teacher) Alice. The students love him.
Stars: Lloyd Haynes, Denise Nicholas, Michael Constantine, Karen Valentine
Votes: 1,222
9. Dancing with the Stars (I) (2005– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Family, Music, Reality-TV
U.S. reality show based on the British series "Strictly Come Dancing," where celebrities partner up with professional dancers and compete against each other in weekly elimination rounds to determine a winner.
Stars: Carrie Ann Inaba, Bruno Tonioli, Tom Bergeron, Len Goodman
Votes: 10,474
10. The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992)
TV-14 | 105 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Host Johnny Carson performs comedy routines and chats with various celebrities.
Stars: Johnny Carson, Ed McMahon, Doc Severinsen, Skitch Henderson
Votes: 4,243
11. Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993–2009)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Conan O'Brien, a Harvard Lampoon alumnus, hosts this late-night comedy/talk-show, which is often silly and whimsical.
Stars: Conan O'Brien, The Max Weinberg 7, Andy Richter, Joel Godard
Votes: 18,965
12. 60 Minutes (1968– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, News
The classic long-running prime time TV investigative news magazine.
Stars: Andrew Rooney, Lesley Stahl, Steve Kroft, Morley Safer
Votes: 4,346
13. Deal or No Deal (2005–2019)
TV-PG | 120 min | Family, Game-Show
Contestants face 26 sums of money, 26 suitcases, and one question: Deal or no deal?
Stars: Howie Mandel, Patricia Kara, Megan Abrigo, Sara Bronson
Votes: 4,303
14. The Talk (2010–2024)
TV-14 | 42 min | News, Talk-Show
A weekday gabfest offering a female perspective on the day's headlines.
Stars: Sharon Osbourne, Julie Chen Moonves, Sheryl Underwood, Sara Gilbert
Votes: 2,374
15. Late Night with Seth Meyers (2014– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Seth Meyers hosts a late-night talk show.
Stars: Seth Meyers, The 8G Band, Fred Armisen, Ben Warheit
Votes: 7,907
16. Today (1952– )
TV-G | 240 min | News, Talk-Show
A daily live broadcast provides current domestic and international news, weather reports, and interviews with newsmakers from the worlds of politics, business, media, entertainment, and sports.
Stars: Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Jack Lescoulie, Frank Blair
Votes: 2,461
17. Entertainment Tonight (1981– )
30 min | News, Talk-Show
"Entertainment Tonight" is the #1 syndicated entertainment newsmagazine in the world.
Stars: Kevin Frazier, Nischelle Turner, Matt Cohen, Nancy O'Dell
Votes: 2,767
18. American Masters (1985– )
TV-14 | 90 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Documentary series focusing on great American artists and personalities.
Stars: Martin Scorsese, Peter Bogdanovich, Tony Bennett, Dick Cavett
Votes: 1,172
19. Live with Kelly and Mark (1988– )
TV-PG | 61 min | Talk-Show
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos interact with their guests.
Stars: Kelly Ripa, Ryan Seacrest, Michael Gelman, Art Moore
Votes: 2,312
20. Good Morning America (1975– )
TV-G | 120 min | News, Talk-Show
They present the news and information source of the day's topics and journalism.
Stars: Lara Spencer, Ginger Zee, Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos
Votes: 2,027
21. Biography (1987– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, History
The life stories of various historical figures and celebrities are told.
Stars: Jack Perkins, Peter Graves, Harry Smith, Robert J. Thompson
Votes: 2,088
22. The Midnight Special (1972–1981)
90 min | Music, Talk-Show
Late night rock and pop music performances are featured.
Stars: Wolfman Jack, Helen Reddy, Donna Summer, Gladys Knight
Votes: 382
23. The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992–2014)
TV-14 | 62 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Jay Leno takes over the Tonight Show with interview, sketches, and plenty of laughs.
Stars: Jay Leno, Kevin Eubanks, Edd Hall, John Melendez
Votes: 10,934
24. Muscle Shoals (2013)
PG | 111 min | Documentary, Biography, History
A documentary that celebrates Rick Hall, the founder of FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, and the signature sound he developed in songs such as "I'll Take You There", "Brown Sugar", and "When a Man Loves a Woman".
Director: Greg 'Freddy' Camalier | Stars: Rick Hall, Aretha Franklin, Keith Richards, Candi Staton
Votes: 4,293 | Gross: $0.70M
25. The Rosie O'Donnell Show (1996–2002)
TV-G | 60 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Comedian Rosie O'Donnell produces and hosts her first daytime talk show that focuses on interviews with celebrities about acting, writing, charity work, and family life.
Stars: Rosie O'Donnell, John McDaniel, Caroline Rhea, Susan Lucci
Votes: 1,582
26. Late Show with David Letterman (1993–2015)
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
The Late Show with David Letterman is an hour-long weeknight comedy and talk-show broadcast by CBS from the Ed Sullivan Theater on Broadway in New York City.
Stars: David Letterman, Paul Shaffer, Alan Kalter, Biff Henderson
Votes: 14,298
27. The Brave Little Toaster to the Rescue (1997 Video)
Not Rated | 74 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
The Brave Little Toaster and friends must rescue the animals at a veterinary hospital from being sent to a testing laboratory.
Directors: Robert C. Ramirez, Patrick A. Ventura | Stars: Jessica Tuck, Chris Young, Roger Kabler, Deanna Oliver
Votes: 1,843
28. Solid Gold (1980–1988)
60 min | Music
Television show featuring dancing and popular music.
Stars: Jaime Monroy, Robert W. Morgan, Dionne Warwick, Marilyn McCoo
Votes: 352
29. Late Night with Jimmy Fallon (2009–2014)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Comedian Jimmy Fallon hosts a late-night talk show.
Stars: Jimmy Fallon, The Roots, Steve Higgins, Bashir Salahuddin
Votes: 13,849
30. CBS News Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley (1979– )
TV-PG | 90 min | News, Talk-Show
The news show that does personal interest pieces. Anything from interviews with actors, political figures, athletes, musicians, costume designers, fashion designers, restaurant owners, charity heads, kids with special talents
Stars: Jane Pauley, Charles Osgood, Mo Rocca, Lee Cowan
Votes: 1,067
31. Independent Lens (1999– )
TV-14 | Documentary
Independent Lens is an award-winning PBS documentary series that streams on the PBS App and airs on public television. Independent Lens documentaries focus on stories of underrepresented ... See full summary »
Stars: America Ferrera, Terrence Howard, Stanley Tucci, Mary-Louise Parker
Votes: 635
32. The Merv Griffin Show (1962–1986)
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Family, Music
Merv Griffin invites a series of actors, actresses, writers, and directors to discuss the progressive work they have done and current culture, arts, and entertainment surrounding the numerous projects.
Stars: Merv Griffin, Mort Lindsey, Mort Lindsey Orchestra, Arthur Treacher
Votes: 608
33. Amazing Grace (2018)
G | 89 min | Documentary, Music
A documentary presenting Aretha Franklin with choir at the New Bethel Baptist Church in Watts, Los Angeles in January 1972.
Directors: Alan Elliott, Sydney Pollack | Stars: Aretha Franklin, James Cleveland, Alexander Hamilton, Cornell Dupree
Votes: 5,154 | Gross: $4.45M
34. The Oprah Winfrey Show (1986–2011)
TV-PG | 60 min | News, Talk-Show
Oprah Winfrey hosts a live audience talk-show with celebrity guests and discusses daily stories.
Stars: Oprah Winfrey, Nate Berkus, Gayle King, Chris Rock
Votes: 5,431
35. Soul Train (1971–2006)
TV-14 | 60 min | Music, Talk-Show
Created by music impresario Don Cornelius, Soul Train is an African-American focused music-dance television program that aired 35 years, primarily featuring performances by R&B, soul, funk, pop, and hip hop artists.
Stars: Don Cornelius, Diana Puskas, Queen Turner, Carole Creekmore
Votes: 681
36. Top of the Pops (1964–2023)
60 min | Music, News, Talk-Show
A rundown of the latest chart hits, featuring in-studio performances from popular music artists.
Stars: The Ladybirds, Pan's People, Jimmy Savile, Legs & Co
Votes: 1,126
37. Behind the Music (1997–2021)
TV-14 | Documentary, Biography, Music
Musical artists, their careers, their highs, their lows and everything in between are profiled and interviewed.
Stars: Jim Forbes, David Wild, Alexander Milas, Eddie Trunk
Votes: 1,665
38. The Hollywood Palace (1964–1970)
TV-G | 60 min | Comedy, Family, Music
Various guest hosts present a musical variety show.
Stars: Bing Crosby, Dick Tufeld, Mitchell Ayres Orchestra, Mitchell Ayres
Votes: 321
39. American Bandstand (1952–1989)
TV-G | 90 min | Music, Talk-Show
Dick Clark hosts a daily to weekly dance show that features the latest hit music for the attending teens to dance to. In addition, the show has performances by popular musicians and audience members rate songs.
Stars: Dick Clark, Charlie O'Donnell, Peaches Johnson, Stan Rodarte
Votes: 396
40. The Wendy Williams Show (2008–2022)
TV-14 | 60 min | Talk-Show
Talk show in which Wendy Williams chats about celebrity gossip and what's new in the entertainment world.
Stars: Wendy Williams, Melissa Garcia, Jason Rooney, Sherri Shepherd
Votes: 1,901
41. Flip (1970–1974)
60 min | Comedy, Music
A variety show from the 1970s hosted by Flip Wilson that showcased skits, music and =appearances by "Geraldine Jones".
Stars: Flip Wilson, Tim Conway, George Carlin, Roy Clark
Votes: 1,070
42. What's My Line? (1968–1975)
30 min | Family, Game-Show
Five-day-a-week syndicated update of the longtime CBS game show, wherein celebrity panelists guess occupations of the contestants.
Stars: Wally Bruner, Arlene Francis, Johnny Olson, Soupy Sales
Votes: 183
43. Rachael Ray (2006–2023)
TV-G | 60 min | News, Talk-Show
Rachael Ray offers simple solutions to everyday issues.
Stars: Rachael Ray, Mike Goral, Gretta Monahan, Ian Smith
Votes: 1,165
44. The Mike Douglas Show (1961–1982)
Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Mike Douglas, aided by a different celebrity co-host every week, interviews a variety of figures from the world of entertainment.
Stars: Mike Douglas, Ellie Frankel, Ellie Frankel Sextet, Stan Kann
Votes: 579
45. The Insider (2004–2017)
TV-PG | 30 min | News
The Insider brings you the latest celebrity and entertainment news. The Insider tackles the trending celebrity stories of the day, as well as exclusive interviews and in-depth reporting.
Stars: Keltie Knight, Michael Yo, Louis Aguirre, Debbie Matenopoulos
Votes: 671
46. WrestleMania III (1987 TV Special)
TV-PG | 180 min | Action, Sport
Third WrestleMania on March 29st, 1987 at the Pontiac Silverdome in Pontiac, Michigan. There are twelve matches, with the main event featuring Hulk Hogan defending the WWF World Heavyweight Championship against André the Giant.
Director: Kerwin Silfies | Stars: Hulk Hogan, André René Roussimoff, Randy Savage, Richard Blood
Votes: 1,638
47. This Is Tom Jones (1969–1971)
60 min | Documentary, Music
A typical variety show featuring music by both guests and the host. Interspersed were comedy segments often by Ace Trucking Company which featured rising talents Fred Williard and Patti Deutsch.
Stars: Tom Jones, The Mike Sammes Singers, Sue Glover, Sunny Leslie
Votes: 119
48. Shindig! (1964–1966)
60 min | Family, Music
A musical variety show featuring the biggest acts in rock-n-roll performing their latest hits.
Stars: The Blossoms, Jimmy O'Neill, Carolyne Barry, Bobby Sherman
Votes: 180
49. Dinah! (1974–1980)
90 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Dinah's show premiered 9 September 1974 and continued through to 4 September 1981. She started out the 70's with Dinah's Place which usually featured one guest and was more of a home ... See full summary »
Stars: Dinah Shore, Charles Nelson Reilly, Betty White, Norm Crosby
Votes: 312
50. MSNBC Live (1996– )
News
A variety of hosts discuss mostly political current events, in hourly increments. While most of the pundits and commentators provide liberal-leaning context, also represented are ... See full summary »
Stars: Raul A. Reyes, Hallie Jackson, Stephanie Ruhle, Kristen Welker
Votes: 327