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1. Discovery '70 (I) (1962–1971)
30 min | Documentary, Family
Historical and cultural documentary TV series for children aired on ABC originally as a weekday series, but later moved to Saturday afternoons or Sunday mornings throughout most of the Sixties.
Stars: Virginia Gibson, Frank Buxton, Bill Owen, Corpuscle
Votes: 49
2. CBS Children's Film Festival (1967–1978)
Family
Kukla, Fran and Ollie hosted this film program. They would introduce children's films from around the world. In between, the three would act in short skits.
Stars: Perry Benson, Anoop Singh, Brett Way, Raymond Boal
Votes: 85
3.
The Mike Douglas Show (1961–1982)
Episode:
Episode #5.160
(1966)
Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Bette Davis is co-host. Guests are Broadway star Chita Rivera; Bill Dailey of "I Dream of Jeannie"; and Fran Allison and Burr Tillstrom of TV's "Kukla, Fran and Ollie."
Stars: Mike Douglas, Bette Davis, Fran Allison, Bill Daily
Votes: 19
4. 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: 4,268
5. 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: 1,774
6. The Jackie Gleason Show (1952–1973)
TV-G | 60 min | Comedy
Live variety show with Jackie Gleason.
Stars: Jack Lescoulie, The June Taylor Dancers, Ray Bloch, Jackie Gleason
Votes: 518
7. The Steve Allen Plymouth Show (1956–1960)
60 min | Comedy
The Steve Allen Show was an American variety show hosted by Steve Allen.
Stars: Steve Allen, Gene Rayburn, Louis Nye, Skitch Henderson
Votes: 256
8. Bicentennial Minutes (1974– )
1 min | Short, History
Minute-long "on this day in history" shorts, used a countdown to America's bicentennial.
Stars: Walter Cronkite, Cleveland Amory, Edward Asner, Roddy McDowall
Votes: 51
9. 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: 325
10. The Jack Paar Program (1962–1965)
60 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
This was a variety show, hosted by Jack Paar, that had live and filmed interviews with famous people; comedy and musical acts; and home movies of trips Paar took with his wife Miriam and his teenage daughter Randy.
Stars: Jack Paar, Jose Melis, Jim G. Lucas, Jonathan Winters
Votes: 230
11.
What's My Line? (1950–1967)
Episode:
June Allyson and Dick Powell
(1954)
Family, Game-Show
Director: Franklin Heller | Stars: Dorothy Kilgallen, Robert Q. Lewis, Fran Allison, Bennett Cerf
Votes: 41
12. Captain Kangaroo (1955–1992)
TV-G | 60 min | Family
Daily children's program hosted by Captain Kangaroo.
Stars: Robert Keeshan, Hugh Brannum, James E. Wall, Deborah Weems
Votes: 1,587
13. I've Got a Secret (1952–1967)
TV-G | 30 min | Family, Game-Show
A group of panelists try to guess a guest's secret.
Stars: Garry Moore, Henry Morgan, Bill Cullen, John Cannon
Votes: 565
14. The Jimmy Dean Show (1963–1966)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Country music star Jimmy Dean hosts a comedy-variety show with help from his puppet sidekick, Rowlf the Dog.
Stars: Jimmy Dean, Jim Henson, Chuck Cassey Singers, Rowlf
Votes: 66
15. The Tonight Show (1953–1957)
TV-PG | 105 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
The show originated as a local New York City late night program in June 1953 and went onto the network in September 1954. Throughout the summer of 1956, Steve Allen was the only host. When ... See full summary »
Stars: Skitch Henderson, Gene Rayburn, Steve Allen, Steve Lawrence
Votes: 229
16. Kukla, Fran and Ollie (1969–1971)
Family
Stars: Fran Allison, Burr Tillstrom, Kukla, Ollie
Votes: 44
17. The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950–1955)
60 min | Comedy, Romance
This was a Colgate-sponsored comedy hour that featured many notable comedians and entertainers of the era as guest stars.
Stars: Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Al Goodman, Eddie Cantor
Votes: 587
18. Kukla, Fran and Ollie (1947–1957)
15 min | Family, Comedy
Some semi-strange lady with a couple of puppets talks about stuff. One of the puppets is a dinosaur or dragon, and the other is something else.
Stars: Kukla, Burr Tillstrom, Ollie, Fran Allison
Votes: 143
19. Tomorrow Coast to Coast (1973–1981)
60 min | Talk-Show
The Tomorrow Show was an American late-night television talk show hosted by Tom Snyder.
Stars: Tom Snyder, Kelly Lange, Clare Boothe Luce, William C. Rader
Votes: 145
20. The Muppet Movie (1979)
G | 95 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
Kermit and his newfound friends trek across America to find success in Hollywood, but a frog legs merchant is after Kermit.
Director: James Frawley | Stars: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson, Richard Hunt
Votes: 39,352 | Gross: $76.66M
21. 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: 167
22. Perry Como's Kraft Music Hall (1948–1967)
60 min | Music
Perry Como was an American Singer, who got his start on NBC Radio. In 1948, Because of his popularity, The cameras were simply brought into the radio studio to televise the radio broadcast ... See full summary »
Stars: Perry Como, Mitchell Ayres Orchestra, The Ray Charles Singers, Mitchell Ayres
Votes: 120
23. The Match Game (1962–1969)
TV-G | 25 min | Game-Show
This is The 1st Edition of the program. Composed of 2 Teams of 3 Members (2 In-Studio team members and 1 Star Team Captain) are writing answers to an question {e.g.: Name a part of a ... See full summary »
Stars: Gene Rayburn, Johnny Olson, Betty White, Henry Morgan
Votes: 579
24. The George Gobel Show (1954–1960)
30 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
For Gobel's half-hour series, he used a successful comedy format of a monologue segment, followed by a story set up segment, then a musical interlude with the show's girl singer, then the main skit with the guest performers.
Stars: George Gobel, Jeff Donnell, John Scott Trotter, Peggy King
Votes: 84
25. Password (1961–1975)
TV-G | 30 min | Family, Game-Show
Two celebrity-contestant teams compete to guess words by giving one-word clues in this all-time classic game show.
Stars: Allen Ludden, Jack Clark, John Harlan, Lee Vines
Votes: 508
26. Pinocchio (1957 TV Movie)
60 min | Family
Director: Paul Bogart | Stars: Mickey Rooney, Walter Slezak, Fran Allison, Stubby Kaye
Votes: 17
27. The All New Truth or Consequences (1950–1988)
30 min | Game-Show
Contestants must perform an embarrassing stunt if they fail to answer a question correctly.
Stars: Bob Barker, Jack Bailey, Ralph Edwards, Jerry Lawrence
Votes: 98
28. The Betty White Show (1952–1954)
30 min | Family, Music, Talk-Show
Daytime show with Betty White talking to guests, singing with the orchestra, etc.
Stars: Betty White, George Tibbles, Dick Cathcart, Roc Hillman
Votes: 48
29. The Roy Rogers & Dale Evans Show (1962– )
60 min | Music
A Western-themed variety show, hosted by the married couple of Roy Rogers and Dale Evans Rogers. It regularly featured the singing group Sons of the Pioneers, actor Pat Brady (Rogers' ... See full summary »
Stars: Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, Sons of the Pioneers, Cliff Arquette
Votes: 45
30. 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: 582
31. This Is Your Life (1950–1987)
30 min | Biography, Family, Reality-TV
Each week, an unsuspecting celebrity would be lured by some ruse to a location near the studio. The celebrity would then be surprised with the news that they are to be the featured guest. ... See full summary »
Stars: Ralph Edwards, Bob Warren, Eddie Cantor, Bob Hope
Votes: 317
32. Ding Dong School (1952–1956)
30 min | Family
This educational program for children was seen daily.
Stars: Frances Horwich, Fran Allison
Votes: 41
33. Damn Yankees! (1967 TV Movie)
100 min | Comedy, Musical, Sport
Wishing for his favorite losing baseball team, the Washington Senators, to win the pennant, middle-aged Joe Boyd literally makes a deal with the Devil (in the form of one Mr. Applegate) and... See full summary »
Director: Kirk Browning | Stars: Phil Silvers, Lee Remick, Jerry Lanning, Jim Backus
Votes: 61
34. 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
35. The Kate Smith Evening Hour (1951–1952)
60 min | Comedy, Drama, Music
Live weekly variety show with stars from Hollywood and Broadway in comedy, musical and other skits.
Stars: Kate Smith, Peg Lynch, Alan Bunce, Bob Warren
Votes: 24
36. NBC Children's Theatre (1963–1973)
Family
Stars: Bill Cosby, Fran Allison, Heidi Coe, Sterling Holloway
Votes: 25
37. Television (1988– )
Documentary, History
An overview of the history of television from its earliest days to modern times.
Stars: Edwin Newman, Larry Gelbart, Fred W. Friendly, Barbara Corday
Votes: 45
38. NBC 60th Anniversary Celebration (1986 TV Special)
180 min | Documentary
A cavalcade of NBC stars gather to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the network, culminating in the unveiling of the new (and current) network logo, the six-feathered peacock.
Director: Clark Jones | Stars: Debbie Allen, Steve Allen, Fran Allison, Harry Anderson
Votes: 61
39. 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: 2,470
40. The Quiz Kids (1949–1956)
30 min | Family, Game-Show
Quiz show in which brilliant children answer difficult questions.
Stars: Joe Kelly, Melvin Miles, Pat Conlon, Joel Kupperman
Votes: 12
41. Christmas Customs Near and Far (1955)
13 min | Short, Family
A group of young carolers learn how Christmas is celebrated in Germany, Sweden, Holland, Mexico, Italy, and China.
Star: Fran Allison
Votes: 10
42. ABC's Nightlife (1964–1965)
105 min | Talk-Show
Evening talk show that aimed at entertaining viewers with the outrageous behavior of the host and guests.
Stars: Les Crane, Nipsey Russell, William B. Williams, Louis Nye
Votes: 117
43. The Lee Phillip Show (1956–1986)
Talk-Show
Local Chicago television personality, Lee Phillip Bell, provides a daily show including interviews and relevant topics.
Stars: Lee Phillip, Lee Phillip Bell, Janet Langhart, Ray Rayner
44. NBC Saturday Morning Preview: The Yummy Awards (1983 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 60 min | Family
60 minute preview for NBC's Saturday morning cartoon line up presented as a mock awards show. Hosted by Ricky Schroder and Dwight Schultz.
Director: Jeff Margolis | Stars: Ricky Schroder, Kim Fields, Kari Michaelsen, Glenn Scarpelli
45. The Dave Garroway Show (1953–1954)
30 min | Comedy, Music
Stars: Dave Garroway, Cliff Norton, Jill Corey, Jack Haskell
46. Saturday Spectacular: High Button Shoes (1956 TV Movie)
90 min | Musical
Based on 1947 Broadway musical of the same name.
Director: Joseph Cates | Stars: Will B. Able, Fran Allison, Sammy Birch, Tom Dillon
47. Down You Go (1951–1956)
30 min | Family, Game-Show
A viewer would submit a word or phrase that the panelists had to guess based on a few cryptic clues that were given by the host.
Stars: Bergen Evans, Francis Coughlin, Toni Gilman, Carmelita Pope
48. Ozark Jubilee (1955–1961)
60 min | Music
A country & western variety show featuring many top names in country music.
Stars: Red Foley, Shug Fisher, Joe Slattery, The Jubilee Promenaders
49. The Esther Williams Aqua Spectacle (1956 TV Special)
90 min | Music, Sport
Esther Williams heads a cast of 100 swimmers, water skiers, dancers, singers and tumblers in full scale production numbers, ashore and afloat, all set to music.
Director: Greg Garrison | Stars: Don Adams, Fran Allison, Red Barber, The Bassi Trio
50. Yours for a Song (1961–1963)
30 min | Game-Show
Contestants on this quiz show had to find missing letters to song lyrics flashed on the screen.
Stars: Bert Parks, Johnny Gilbert, Michaelina Martel, Linda Darnell