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2.
Match Game PM (1975–1981)
Episode:
Episode #2.17
(1976)
TV-PG | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
Director: Marc Breslow | Stars: Gene Rayburn, Bill Anderson, Brett Somers, Charles Nelson Reilly
Votes: 19
3.
Country Music (2019)
Episode:
I Can't Stop Loving You (1953 - 1963)
(2019)
TV-14 | 111 min | Documentary, Music
In Memphis, the confluence of blues and hillbilly music at Sun Studios gives birth to "rockabilly, " the precursor of rock and roll. Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash are at the forefront. Nashville has become Music City USA.
Director: Ken Burns | Stars: Peter Coyote, Steve Allen, Bill Anderson, Bobby Braddock
Votes: 207
4. Country Music (2019)
Documentary, Music
The story of the creation of modern Country music.
Stars: Peter Coyote, Marty Stuart, Vince Gill, Rosanne Cash
Votes: 1,739
5. Country's Family Reunion (2008–2020)
Music
30 country legends sharing their stories and songs.
Stars: T. Graham Brown, Sheb Wooley, Larry Black, Skeeter Davis
Votes: 20
6.
Country Music (2019)
Episode:
The Hillbilly Shakespeare (1945 - 1953)
(2019)
TV-14 | 113 min | Documentary, Music
Country music adapts to the cultural changes of post-war society. Bill Monroe and Earl Scruggs transform string band music into Bluegrass. Out of the bars comes a new sound and songs about drinking, cheating, and heartbreak: Honky Tonk.
Director: Ken Burns | Stars: Peter Coyote, Bill Anderson, Chet Atkins, Ray Benson
Votes: 196
7. City Confidential (1998–2023)
TV-14 | 50 min | Crime, Documentary
City Confidential features real life stories in a wide variety of American cities. While many of these stories deal with murder, some also deal with attempted murder, and public officials caught in compromising situations, among other things. The cities featured vary widely in size, from the smallest village to the largest urban areas.
Stars: Paul Winfield, Keith David, Mike Colter, David Madison
Votes: 718
8.
Country Music (2019)
Episode:
Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way? (1973 - 1983)
(2019)
139 min | Documentary, Music
The 1970s to early 80s are a vibrant time in country, with Dolly Parton finding mainstream success; Hank Williams Jr. and Rosanne Cash emerging from their fathers' shadows; and Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings starting the "Outlaw" style.
Director: Ken Burns | Stars: Peter Coyote, Roy Acuff, Bill Anderson, Ray Benson
Votes: 178
9. The Johnny Cash Show (1969–1971)
60 min | Music
Johnny Cash and his wife, June Carter Cash, were hosts of this Country and Western themed variety show. Comedians Hope, Crosby, Minnie Pearl, and others perform skits. Musical acts as diverse as Louis Armstrong to The Monkees perform.
Stars: Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, The Statler Brothers, The Tennessee Three
Votes: 280
10. Grand Ole Opry 70th Anniversary (1996 TV Special)
Music
Director: Frank Rappoport | Stars: Bill Anderson, Ernest Ashworth, Chet Atkins, Clint Black
Votes: 11
11.
Country Music (2019)
Episode:
The Sons and Daughters of America (1964 - 1968)
(2019)
114 min | Documentary, Music
Country music artists like Loretta Lynn, Merle Haggard and Charley Pride reflect a changing America as they appeal to wide audiences.
Director: Ken Burns | Stars: Peter Coyote, Roy Acuff, Bill Anderson, Ray Benson
Votes: 182
12. 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: 383
13.
Alias Smith and Jones (1971–1973)
Episode:
The Men That Corrupted Hadleyburg
(1972)
Not Rated | 60 min | Western
Heyes and Curry are captured by a farm family and brought into Hadleyburg. The farmer wants the bounty money, but has a change of heart and helps them escape. That puts the farmer and his ... See full summary »
Director: Jeff Corey | Stars: Pete Duel, Ben Murphy, J.D. Cannon, Sheree North
Votes: 86
14. Willie Nelson & Family (2023– )
263 min | Documentary
The first authorized work exploring the extraordinary life of Willie Nelson traverses the personal and career ups, downs, and in-betweens of one of the world's most beloved musicians, by turns spiritual, dramatic, and playful.
Stars: Willie Nelson, John Spong, Mickey Raphael, Freddy Fletcher
Votes: 146
15. Grand Ole Opry at Carnegie Hall (2006 TV Special)
Music
Director: Michael McNamara | Stars: Trace Adkins, Bill Anderson, Little Jimmy Dickens, Vince Gill
Votes: 15
16. Johnny Cash: The First 25 Years (1980 TV Special)
90 min | Music
Stars: Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, Roy Acuff, Bill Anderson
Votes: 12
17.
Match Game PM (1975–1981)
Episode:
Episode #2.35
(1977)
TV-PG | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
Director: Marc Breslow | Stars: Gene Rayburn, Bill Anderson, Brett Somers, Charles Nelson Reilly
Votes: 19
18.
Country Music (2019)
Episode:
Hard Times (1933 - 1945)
(2019)
TV-14 | 113 min | Documentary, Music
During the Great Depression and World War II, country music thrives and reaches bigger audiences. Gene Autry sets off a craze for singing cowboys, Bob Wills adapts jazz's Big Band sound to create Texas Swing, and Roy Acuff becomes a star.
Director: Ken Burns | Stars: Peter Coyote, Bill Anderson, Gene Autry, DeFord Bailey
Votes: 207
19. Match Game (1973–1990)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Game-Show
The five-day-a-week syndicated successor to the popular CBS game show, where two could compete to match fill-in-the-blank phrases with those of the celebrities.
Stars: Gene Rayburn, Johnny Olson, Brett Somers, Richard Dawson
Votes: 2,482
20. The John Gary Show (1966– )
60 min | Comedy, Music
Singer John Gary was the star and the host of this summer variety show that was filling in during the summer of 1966 for the Danny Kaye Show. It was a balanced mix of Music and Comedy. Two ... See full summary »
Stars: John Gary, Avery Schreiber, Tim Conway, Joanie Sommers
Votes: 15
21. 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: 1,175
22. My Music: Country Pop Legends (2006 TV Special)
Music
Country pop legends unite to perform their biggest and best-loved hit recordings from the 1950s, 60s and 70s in this 'My Music' special on PBS.
Director: T.J. Lubinsky | Stars: Bill Anderson, Eddy Arnold, Gene Autry, Bellamy Brothers
Votes: 14
23. 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
24. Talking in Circles with Clint Black (2021– )
Talk-Show
Thought provoking, one-on-one interviews with Country music artists and celebrities, as only Country music legend Clint Black can deliver.
Stars: Clint Black, Kathie Lee Gifford, Terry Bradshaw, Trace Adkins
Votes: 16
25. Match Game PM (1975–1981)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
A group of celebrities would be given a sentence with a missing word, which they would then have to fill in. The contestants would then give their own answer, and scored points according to how many celebrities gave the same answer.
Stars: Gene Rayburn, Johnny Olson, Brett Somers, Charles Nelson Reilly
Votes: 551
26. It All Begins with a Song (2018)
TV-PG | 85 min | Documentary, Music
Visit the world of Nashville songwriters, whose melodies and lyrics reach millions of fans. With over 50 masters: Garth Brooks, Brad Paisley, Luke Bryan, Rodney Crowell, Kacey Musgraves, John Hiatt, Keb Mo, Liz Rose, Claude Kelly and more!
Director: Chusy | Stars: Charles Esten, Rodney Crowell, Thom Schuyler, Phil Vassar
Votes: 128
27. Facing the Laughter: Minnie Pearl (2023)
90 min | Documentary
Follows the life and work of Sarah Cannon, a serious, educated woman who once dreamed of becoming a Shakespearean actress but found fame playing a simple country girl.
Director: Barbara J. Hall | Stars: Bill Anderson, Barbi Benton, Garth Brooks, Caty Borum Chattoo
Votes: 32
28. Grand Ole Opry (1985– )
60 min | Music
Saturday night showcase of country music stars performing their biggest hits at Nashville's famed Grand Ole Opry.
Stars: Bobby Bones, Natalie Stovall, Lauren Alaina, Carrie Underwood
Votes: 33
29. Nashville on the Road (1975–1983)
30 min | Music
Stars: Jim Ed Brown, Jerry Clower, Helen Cornelius, Wendy Holcombe
Votes: 8
30. The Porter Wagoner Show (1961–2016)
Comedy, Music
Porter Wagoner's long-running musical variety show that launched the career of Dolly Parton.
Stars: Porter Wagoner, Speck Rhodes, Mack Magaha, Don Howser
Votes: 83
31. Larry's Country Diner (2009– )
E | Music
Each week, Larry and the gang welcome a popular country artist to the diner.
Stars: Larry Black, The Texas Tenors, Marcus Collins, T. Graham Brown
Votes: 13
32. All You Need Is Love (1977)
60 min | Music, Documentary
Series tracing the development of 20th-century popular music in all its forms.
Stars: Tina Turner, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Elton John
Votes: 94
33.
American Masters (1985– )
Episode:
Loretta Lynn: Still a Mountain Girl
(2016)
Not Rated | 113 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Singer-songwriter Loretta Lynn balances family and a music career that has spanned 50 years.
Director: Vikram Jayanti | Stars: Loretta Lynn, Bill Anderson, Michael Apted, Garth Brooks
Votes: 111
34. 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: 2,087
35. To Tell the Truth (1956–1968)
TV-G | 30 min | Family, Game-Show
Classic game show in which a person of some notoriety and two impostors try to match wits with a panel of four celebrities. The object of the game is to try to fool the celebrities into voting for the two impostors.
Stars: Bud Collyer, Johnny Olson, Kitty Carlisle, Tom Poston
Votes: 534
36. Alias Smith and Jones (1971–1973)
TV-PG | 60 min | Western
Hannibal Heyes and Kid Curry, two of the most wanted outlaws in the history of the West, are popular "with everyone except the railroads and the banks".
Stars: Ben Murphy, Roger Davis, Pete Duel, Walt Davis
Votes: 2,400
37. Password Plus (1979–1982)
TV-G | 30 min | Family, Game-Show
Revised version of the verenable Goodson-Todman game show, where celebrity-contestant teams try to convey passwords.
Stars: Allen Ludden, Tom Kennedy, Bill Cullen, Gene Wood
Votes: 288
38. Fandango (1983– )
30 min | Game-Show, Music
Contestants on this game show answered "Jeopardy"-like questions about country music trivia. After defeating two opponents, the game's winner went on to a bonus round in which they answered questions about that day's featured star.
Stars: Bill Anderson, The 'Po Boys, Edgar the Talking Jukebox, Blake Pickett
Votes: 14
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: 397
40. Dinner: Impossible (2007– )
TV-G | 30 min | Documentary, Reality-TV
Each episode Chef Robert Irvine, along with his two sous-chefs, George and George, must complete a different culinary challenge in a limited amount of time.
Stars: Robert Irvine, David Britton, George Galati, George Kralle
Votes: 552
41. CMA Fest: 50 Years of Fan Fair (2023)
75 min | Documentary, Music
Showcases the story of the largest and longest-running Country Music festival: the CMA Fest.
Stars: Bill Anderson, Kelsea Ballerini, Ed Benson, Dierks Bentley
Votes: 31
42.
Willie Nelson & Family (2023– )
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(2023)
Documentary
In small-town Texas a young Willie Nelson expresses himself through songwriting.
Directors: Oren Moverman, Thom Zimny | Stars: Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Sheryl Crow, Norah Jones
Votes: 17
43. From Nashville with Music (1969)
Not Rated | 87 min | Comedy, Music
In this FICTIONAL film, filled with FICTIONAL people doing FICTIONAL things, Mabel (Marilyn Maxwell) and Arnold (Leo G. Carroll), a couple of sophisticated swells from New York City, are on... See full summary »
Directors: Eddie Crandall, Robert Patrick | Stars: Marilyn Maxwell, Leo G. Carroll, Jose Gonzales-Gonzales, Marty Robbins
Votes: 22
44. Music Row: Nashville's Most Famous Neighborhood (2017 TV Movie)
51 min | Documentary
Nashville's Music Row has given rise to epic successes and shaped the future of one of music's most popular and populist genres. It is home to an artistic community unlike any other in the ... See full summary »
Stars: Pam Tillis, Will Pedigo, Robert K. Oermann, Bill Anderson
Votes: 11
45. Dolly (1987–1988)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Dolly Parton's second short-lived variety series.
Stars: Dolly Parton, Walter Olkewicz, Sal Lopez, Ritch Brinkley
Votes: 116
46. 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
47. Pop! Goes the Country (1974–2016)
30 min | Music
Syndicated country music program from Nashville.
Stars: Ralph Emery, Connie Smith, Dolly Parton, Tom T. Hall
Votes: 48
48. The 50th Annual CMA Awards (2016 TV Special)
180 min | Music
Director: Paul Miller | Stars: Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Garner, Sharon Stone, Taylor Swift
Votes: 26
49. The Joey Bishop Show (1967–1969)
90 min | Talk-Show
American talk show that had its first broadcast on ABC on April 17, 1967. It was hosted by Joey Bishop and featured Regis Philbin in his first ongoing role with national television exposure, as Bishop's sidekick/announcer.
Stars: Regis Philbin, Joey Bishop, Norm Crosby, Jan Murray
Votes: 222
50. Country: Portraits of an American Sound (2015)
TV-14 | 88 min | Documentary, Music
A visual odyssey through the history of country music as told by legendary artists and the elite photographers who captured the evolving image of the country singer, from rhinestone cowboy to pot-smoking outlaw to stadium-filling megastar.
Director: Steven Kochones | Stars: Bill Anderson, Garth Brooks, Rosanne Cash, Roy Clark
Votes: 103