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1. Home Improvement (1991–1999)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Family
The daily trials and tribulations of Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor, a television show host raising three mischievous boys with help from his loyal co-host, loving wife, and eccentric neighbor.
Stars: Tim Allen, Earl Hindman, Taran Noah Smith, Zachery Ty Bryan
Votes: 49,179
2. Family Matters (1989–1998)
TV-G | 30 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama
The Winslow family deals with various misadventures, many of them caused by their pesky next-door neighbor, ultra-nerd Steve Urkel.
Stars: Reginald VelJohnson, Jaleel White, Darius McCrary, Kellie Shanygne Williams
Votes: 30,050
3. JAG (1995–2005)
TV-14 | 60 min | Action, Crime, Drama
The cases of Harmon Rabb, former Navy fighter pilot, and his fellow lawyers of the U.S. Navy's Judge Advocate General's office.
Stars: David James Elliott, Catherine Bell, Patrick Labyorteaux, John M. Jackson
Votes: 20,028
4. Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place (1998–2001)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Romance
Three twenty-somethings share a Boston apartment and hang around (and work) at a pizza place.
Stars: Traylor Howard, Ryan Reynolds, Richard Ruccolo, Suzanne Cryer
Votes: 17,981
5. Crossing Jordan (2001–2007)
TV-14 | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Brash, stubborn and resourceful ME Jordan Cavanaugh revives her career in Boston, occasionally breaking the rules and ticking off the cops or her co-workers. On the home front, she gets crime-solving help from her retired-cop dad.
Stars: Jill Hennessy, Miguel Ferrer, Ravi Kapoor, Steve Valentine
Votes: 12,301
6. Ed (2000–2004)
60 min | Comedy, Drama
A separated, fired NYC lawyer returns to his hometown in Ohio, meets old high school friends and cute crush, buys a bowling alley and opens a law office in it.
Stars: Tom Cavanagh, Julie Bowen, Josh Randall, Jana Marie Hupp
Votes: 7,495
7. Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family
Ricky Stratton is a spoiled rich kid who lives the life that many kids dream of, but he still suffers from the problems that many teens do.
Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Joel Higgins, Franklyn Seales
Votes: 4,984
8. 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
9. One Life to Live (1968–2013)
TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, Romance
One Life to Live centres takes place in the fictional town of Llanview, PA.around the wealthy Lord family, and the middle-class Woleks and Rileys.
Stars: Erika Slezak, Michael Storm, Michael Easton, Kristen Alderson
Votes: 2,637
10. 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: 2,462
11. I Love the '80s (2002)
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Comedy, History
A humorous, year by year look through the decade that saw hair size become a statement, ratty clothes become cool, and music about breaking up become mainstream. Comprised of segments ... See full summary »
Stars: Traci Lords, Soleil Moon Frye, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Andrew Dice Clay
Votes: 1,776
12. 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
13. Salvage 1 (1979)
60 min | Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi
Harry runs a salvage operation, in which he and his partners reclaim trash and junk and sell it as scrap (or as other things). Harry also has a home-made spaceship which he sometimes uses to reclaim junk satellites.
Stars: Andy Griffith, Joel Higgins, Trish Stewart, J. Jay Saunders
Votes: 448
14.
Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place (1998–2001)
Episode:
Two Guys, a Girl and Graduation
(1999)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, Romance
Sharon went for a new job only to find out she didn't graduate because she hadn't paid her college parking tickets. She had given the money to Pete and Berg to the pay the fines but they spent the money on something else. But what?
Director: Amanda Bearse | Stars: Traylor Howard, Ryan Reynolds, Richard Ruccolo, Joel Higgins
Votes: 400
15. Search for Tomorrow (1951–1986)
30 min | Drama, Romance
Jo Gardner lived in Henderson where she wed many times. She was a motel owner, librarian, then a B&B owner with best pal Stu Bergman. Jo's daughter Patti and Janet Bergman were good friends. Stu married first Marge, then Ellie.
Stars: Mary Stuart, Larry Haines, Dwight Weist, Carl Low
Votes: 335
16. Insight (I) (1960–1984)
30 min | Drama
This American Roman Catholic religious-themed anthology sheds light on the contemporary search for meaning, freedom, and love.
Stars: Ellwood Kieser, Pat McGeehan, Efrem Zimbalist Jr., Brian Keith
Votes: 285
17. Best of the West (1981–1982)
30 min | Comedy, Western
The Wild West misadventures of a mild-mannered store owner turned town Marshal.
Stars: Joel Higgins, Carlene Watkins, Meeno Peluce, Valri Bromfield
Votes: 277
18. Laura Lansing Slept Here (1988 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 100 min | Comedy
A famous, pampered novelist accepts a bet suggesting that she can't survive one week of living with an average family.
Director: George Schaefer | Stars: Katharine Hepburn, Karen Austin, Brenda Forbes, Joel Higgins
Votes: 265
19.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Trouble with Words
(1985)
TV-G | Comedy, Family
When Alfonso is not doing well in school, Dex thinks he is spending too much time on his dancing. And when Alfonso's grades don't improve, Dex forbids from entering a dance competition. But... See full summary »
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Franklyn Seales, Alfonso Ribeiro
Votes: 229
20. Bare Essence (1982 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 212 min | Drama, Romance
A T. V. show along the lines of a soap opera which centers on one young woman, Tiger Hayes, as she starts up a perfume company. The usual soap plots of adultery, romance, corruption, and greed abound.
Director: Walter Grauman | Stars: Bruce Boxleitner, Linda Evans, Genie Francis, Lee Grant
Votes: 220
21. No Pay, Nudity (2016)
R | 92 min | Comedy, Drama
Aging actor Lester Rosenthal (Gabriel Byrne), who has lost his way with his career, with his family, and with his friends (Nathan Lane, Frances Conroy, & Boyd Gaines) finds out that the way out is through.
Director: Lee Wilkof | Stars: Zoe Perry, Gabriel Byrne, Frances Conroy, Donna Murphy
Votes: 217 | Gross: $0.01M
22.
Home Improvement (1991–1999)
Episode:
Love's Labor Lost: Part 1
(1999)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Family
Jill visits the gynecologist since she has a problem. Turns out she has a tumor and needs a hysterectomy. While everyone is concerned, it seems like it should be routine. Then, during the operation, problems occur. Tim gets scared.
Director: Peter Bonerz | Stars: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Earl Hindman, Debbe Dunning
Votes: 215
23.
Home Improvement (1991–1999)
Episode:
Love's Labor Lost: Part 2
(1999)
TV-PG | 23 min | Comedy, Family
Jill's operation is completed, and she has had a total hysterectomy. Jill is really upset at what this represents. Jill's mother visits to help around the house. Jill's mood swings are all over the place.
Director: Peter Bonerz | Stars: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Earl Hindman, Debbe Dunning
Votes: 213
24.
Salvage 1 (1979)
Episode:
Salvage
(1979)
100 min | Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi
Salvage company sees a prospect in recovering abandoned items in space. They build a makeshift rocket and launch it amongst resistance from the government.
Director: Lee Philips | Stars: Andy Griffith, Joel Higgins, Trish Stewart, J. Jay Saunders
Votes: 181
25. The Bob Braun Show (1967–1984)
Talk-Show
This was a local Cincinnati, Ohio talk show hosted by Bob Braun, a Cincinnati personality. Bob Braun got his start as the sidekick for Ruth Lyons, another Cincinnati legend.
Stars: Bob Braun, Rob Reider, The Cliff Lash Orchestra, Nancy James
Votes: 156
26. Rich Men, Single Women (1990 TV Movie)
TV-14 | 105 min | Romance, Comedy
Three women plot to catch wealthy husbands by throwing a party at a mansion to which they have temporary access. Obvious love stories follow involving an ex-ballplayer, a secretly wealthy mechanic and an ad exec.
Director: Elliot Silverstein | Stars: Suzanne Somers, Heather Locklear, Deborah Adair, Larry Wilcox
Votes: 148
27.
JAG (1995–2005)
Episode:
Promises
(2000)
TV-14 | 60 min | Action, Crime, Drama
A displeased woman seaman "quits" and walks away; Mac prosecutes, and Harm defends. She argues that her recruiter promised her training and a rating which she has not gotten. Bud makes an announcement, and the admiral makes a date.
Director: Arthur W. Forney | Stars: David James Elliott, Catherine Bell, Patrick Labyorteaux, John M. Jackson
Votes: 143
28. 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: 135
29.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Pilot
(1982)
TV-G | 29 min | Comedy, Family
Millionaire Edward Stratton III, an overgrown child on the verge of bankruptcy, learns that he has a son, Ricky, from a previous marriage.
Director: Bob Lally | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Leonard Lightfoot, Joel Higgins
Votes: 120
30.
Crossing Jordan (2001–2007)
Episode:
Pandora's Trunk: Part 1
(2003)
TV-14 | 40 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Detective Hoyt investigates a triple homicide involving victims with no connections to each other. A mysterious call from a private investigator sends Jordan delving back into her mother's ... See full summary »
Director: Stephen Williams | Stars: Jill Hennessy, Miguel Ferrer, Ken Howard, Ravi Kapoor
Votes: 117
31.
Ed (2000–2004)
Episode:
Death, Debt & Dating
(2003)
Comedy, Drama
Ed represents Doug who is being sued by his father for school tuition after he quits school. Molly becomes intrigued by a new guy Ted but is still seeing Sean. Mike and Nancy devise a test to pick Sarah's guardian among their friends.
Director: Stephen Williams | Stars: Tom Cavanagh, Julie Bowen, Jana Marie Hupp, Josh Randall
Votes: 116
32.
Family Matters (1989–1998)
Episode:
Who's Afraid of the Big Black Book?
(1997)
Not Rated | 23 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama
Eddie takes his pranks on Laura too far by inviting her ex-boyfriends over to the house whenever Stefan is around. Laura decides to fight fire with fire by conning Steve into helping her ... See full summary »
Director: Joel Zwick | Stars: Reginald VelJohnson, Jo Marie Payton, Darius McCrary, Kellie Shanygne Williams
Votes: 106
33. Killing at Hell's Gate (1981 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 96 min | Action, Thriller
A rafting party is terrorised during a trip down the river. The villains are local woodcutters, disgruntled by the fact that their factory is to be closed down.
Director: Jerry Jameson | Stars: Robert Urich, Deborah Raffin, Lee Purcell, Joel Higgins
Votes: 105
34.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Takin' a Chance on Love
(1982)
TV-G | 23 min | Comedy, Family
Ricky gets his first taste of puppy love when a new girl transfers to his school. He also probes Edward about his romantic interests, just as Kate leaves for a singles cruise.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Leonard Lightfoot, Joel Higgins
Votes: 96
35.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
A Little Magic
(1982)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
Based on Derek's advice and a misunderstood conversation, Ricky is convinced Kate has fallen in love with him. Determined to find someone else for her, he decides to play matchmaker between her and his father.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Leonard Lightfoot, Jason Bateman
Votes: 94
36.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Me and Mr. T
(1982)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
Ricky insists on going to a public school so he can be more of a regular kid, but sticks out for being rich and gets a black eye from the school bully. Determined to not let Ricky get hurt, Edward hires Mr. T as his bodyguard.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Leonard Lightfoot, Joel Higgins
Votes: 93
37.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
The Best Christmas Ever
(1982)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
Edward and Ricky spend their first Christmas together, and after meeting a young boy from a family in a difficult situation, they decide to play Santa.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Leonard Lightfoot, Joel Higgins
Votes: 92
38.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Boys Will Be Boys
(1982)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
Ricky is pleased that Edward lets him get away with everything - until Derek tells him it means he doesn't care about Ricky. Edward has to show Ricky that his relaxed attitude toward discipline doesn't mean that he doesn't love him.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Leonard Lightfoot, Joel Higgins
Votes: 91
39.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
The Great Computer Caper
(1982)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
Ricky tries to impress a student reporter by hacking into a secret military computer site, but the FBI closes in after the material ends up in the school newspaper. The boys decide their only way out is to hitch a ride on a tramp steamer.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Leonard Lightfoot, Joel Higgins
Votes: 85
40.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Grandfather Stratton
(1982)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
Ricky wants to meet his grandfather, but finds that Edward has no interest in seeing his father - an attitude that is definitely mutual. Knowing how important it was for him to know his father, Ricky devises a plan to reconcile the two.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Leonard Lightfoot, Joel Higgins
Votes: 83
41.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
The Most Beautiful Girl in the World
(1983)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
After Derek saves Ricky's life, he pressures Ricky to find him a date for a co-ed party. But when Ricky can't find any girls who are willing, he feels obliged to pose as Derek's date.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Joel Higgins, Leonard Lightfoot
Votes: 82
42.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Passports to Pleasure
(1983)
TV-G | Comedy, Family
After Ricky's Badger Patrol leader pulls out at late notice, he and Kate convince Edward to take the boys to the national convention in Chicago. While there, Derek and Ricky hatch a plan to get lucky with some high school cheerleaders.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Franklyn Seales, Joel Higgins
Votes: 82
43.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Menudo Madness
(1983)
TV-G | Comedy, Family
To impress a girl and get her to attend his party, Ricky promises her that the music group Menudo will be there - leaving only the small detail of getting them to show up.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Franklyn Seales, Joel Higgins
Votes: 81
44.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Falling in Love Again
(1982)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
Despite the previous night's kiss, Edward and Kate start to feel defensive about their romance. When they both arrange grudge dates to make each other jealous, Ricky schemes to have his father crash Kate's date at Carnegie Hall.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Leonard Lightfoot, Joel Higgins
Votes: 80
45.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
The Beach House
(1986)
TV-G | Comedy, Family
Rick's promise to stay true to his girlfriend while on vacation is tested when he sees the beach bunny next door.
Director: Bob Lally | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Alfonso Ribeiro, Franklyn Seales
Votes: 80
46.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Evelyn Returns
(1982)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
Evelyn, Edward's ex-wife and Ricky's mother, shows up and wants to take Ricky back to live with her in London. Leonard tells Edward he could fight for custody, but warns him that a legal battle could get to Ricky.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Leonard Lightfoot, Joel Higgins
Votes: 79
47.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Popcorn
(1983)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
When his school orchestra needs to raise money for a trip to Washington, D.C., Ricky commits Edward to buying 1000 bags of popcorn, without his approval or knowledge - but when Edward declines, Ricky has to sell the popcorn at the mall.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Joel Higgins, Jason Bateman
Votes: 79
48.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
The Toy Wonder
(1983)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
Edward wants to hire a 12-year-old girl as a toy consultant, but she'll only take the job on one condition - that Ricky become her boyfriend.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Joel Higgins, Jason Bateman
Votes: 78
49.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
Attack of the Giant Frog People
(1983)
TV-G | 24 min | Comedy, Family
Ricky has his friends Derek, J.T. and Freddy for a sleepover, but the boys play a cruel prank on Freddy - and Ricky makes it worse with a selfish remark. He feels guilty about his behavior, while Kate over-identifies with the taunting.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Franklyn Seales, Joel Higgins
Votes: 78
50.
Silver Spoons (1982–1987)
Episode:
I'm Just Wild About Harry
(1982)
TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family
While out with Derek on a late-night expedition to look for Bigfoot, Ricky captures and brings home an escaped orangutan that he wants to keep as a pet.
Director: Jack Shea | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Erin Gray, Leonard Lightfoot, Joel Higgins
Votes: 77