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1.
First Night (1963–1964)
Episode:
Maggie
(1964)
Drama
Director: Naomi Capon | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Joss Ackland, Joan Hickson, Scott Forbes
Votes: 115
2. BBC Sunday-Night Play (1960–1963)
60 min | Drama
BBC Sunday-Night Play is the anthology drama series which replaced Sunday Night Theatre in 1960.
Stars: Brian Rix, Joby Blanshard, Cyril Luckham, John Bennett
Votes: 131
3. Freitag muß es sein (1967 TV Movie)
75 min | Crime
Director: Korbinian Köberle | Stars: Hans Caninenberg, Günther Ungeheuer, Brigitte Grothum, Karl Bockx
Votes: 17
4. First Night (1963–1964)
Drama
Stars: Madge Ryan, Anthony Bate, James Maxwell, Michael Caine
Votes: 104
5.
Arthur of the Britons (1972–1973)
Episode:
Enemies and Lovers
(1973)
Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
Arthur and Kai arrive at a village, whereupon Kai finds an old flame, Goda. The two then decided to get married. However, several of the villagers are plotting against Arthur.
Director: Sidney Hayers | Stars: Oliver Tobias, Michael Gothard, Jack Watson, Esmond Knight
Votes: 13
6. Omnibus (1952–1961)
55 min | Drama, History, Music
Omnibus was a television program that sought to provide the best of what television could provide as the highest common denominator of intellectual curiosity and interest. This level of programing excellence has not been achieved again.
Stars: Alistair Cooke, Leonard Bernstein, Joseph N. Welch, Helen Hayes
Votes: 218
7. The Avengers (1961–1969)
TV-14 | 50 min | Action, Comedy, Crime
A quirky spy show of the adventures of eccentrically suave British Agent John Steed and his predominantly female partners.
Stars: Patrick Macnee, Diana Rigg, Honor Blackman, Linda Thorson
Votes: 8,896
8. The Gold Robbers (1969)
60 min | Crime
Tough cop Detective Chief Superintendent Cradock is assigned to track down and bring to justice the criminals behind the daring theft of five and half million pounds worth of gold bullion from an airfield in the South of England.
Stars: Peter Vaughan, Artro Morris, Richard Leech, Frederick Bartman
Votes: 104
9. Le monde parallèle (1967– )
50 min | Adventure
Stars: Jürgen Neven-du-Mont, Benoît Girard, Keiko Kishi, Claude Giraud
Votes: 49
10.
The Millionaire (1955–1960)
Episode:
The Louise Williams Story
(1956)
30 min | Drama
The use by a charismatic secretary of her money at the same time a man comes to ready the office to function in absence of the ill boss draws the suspicion of her exceptionally jealous husband to be and endangers the engagement.
Director: Anton Leader | Stars: Marvin Miller, Vanessa Brown, Scott Forbes, William Ching
Votes: 16
11. Cavalcade of America (1952–1957)
Not Rated | 60 min | Drama
"Cavalcade of America" documented historical events using stories of individual courage, initiative and achievement, often with feel-good dramatizations of the human spirit's triumph against all odds.
Stars: James Seay, Robert Foulk, Richard Gaines, Raymond Greenleaf
Votes: 98
12. Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951–1978)
Comedy, Drama
Probably the longest-running anthology series on television, the "Hallmark Hall of Fame" has been presenting television dramatizations of famous plays and books, as well as original programs especially written for the series, since 1951.
Stars: Sarah Churchill, Howard Wierum, Frank Daly, Robert Daggett
Votes: 337
13. Thursday Theatre (1964–1965)
Drama
Stars: John Sharp, Paul Rogers, Robert Flemyng, Rachel Gurney
Votes: 12
14. Medic (1954–1956)
30 min | Drama
Highlights the personal and professional lives of a group of doctors and surgeons headed by Dr. Konrad Styner. One of the first medical shows on TV that paid strict attention to detail, and... See full summary »
Stars: Richard Boone, Mary Stewart, Robert Stevenson, Robert Bray
Votes: 181
15. Crane (1963–1965)
60 min | Adventure
The adventures of Richard Crane, cafe owner & part-time smuggler, around the coast of Morocco, aided (and sometimes abetted) by his ex-Foreign Legion sidekick Orlando, waitress Halina, and local cop Colonel Mahmoud.
Stars: Patrick Allen, Sam Kydd, Gerald Flood, Laya Raki
Votes: 50
16.
Medic (1954–1956)
Episode:
Lifeline
(1955)
Drama
An injured sailor is helicoptered onto a naval hospital ship for treatment. There the head doctor suddenly starts treating his staff angrily. It appears he has a personal stake in the sailor's survival.
Directors: John Meredyth Lucas, James E. Moser | Stars: Richard Boone, Robert F. Simon, Thom Carney, William Dwyer
Votes: 9
17. 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: 198
18. Kraft Theatre (1947–1958)
60 min | Drama
A well-received anthology series presenting live television dramas.
Stars: Ed Herlihy, Vaughn Taylor, Valerie Cossart, Dan Morgan
Votes: 222
19.
The Gold Robbers (1969)
Episode:
Crack Shot
(1969)
52 min | Crime
Pressurised by his superiors - not to mention the Home Office - Cradock must make his move and deliver the marksman who shot at the tyres of the police car escorting the bullion.
Director: Don Leaver | Stars: Peter Vaughan, Roy Dotrice, Ann Lynn, Artro Morris
Votes: 29
20.
Medic (1954–1956)
Episode:
Reach of the Giant: Part 2
(1956)
Drama
After sending his wife away, Jim falls again and his condition worsens to the point where he decides to undergo experimental surgery on his spine.
Director: John Brahm | Stars: Richard Boone, Barry Atwater, Scott Forbes, Robert Burton
Votes: 13
21.
Crown Court (1972–2007)
Episode:
An Act of Vengeance: Part Two
(1973)
TV-14 | 24 min | Drama
Alan Collings fiancee Pauline Ellis gives evidence about the long running feud between the father's Alan and Brian and how family party ended in threats. Brian Collings takes the stand in his defence but is unable to produce an alibi.
Director: Howard Baker | Stars: Michael Cashman, Charles Keating, William Mervyn, John Alkin
Votes: 8
22. Trackdown (1957–1959)
30 min | Western
Texas Ranger Hoby Gilman travels the Old West tracking down assorted killers, bank robbers, horse thieves, and other evil-doers.
Stars: Robert Culp, Norman Leavitt, Ellen Corby, Peter Leeds
Votes: 336
23. Robert Montgomery Presents (1950–1957)
60 min | Drama
Actor, Producer, and Director Robert Montgomery introduced each telecast, sometimes interviewing one of the stars, and sometimes appearing in the play.
Stars: Robert Montgomery, John Newland, Vaughn Taylor, Elizabeth Montgomery
Votes: 136
24. Black Saddle (1959–1960)
30 min | Western
After his brothers are killed in a shootout, a gunfighter decides to hang up his guns and uphold the law by becoming a lawyer.
Stars: Peter Breck, Russell Johnson, Anna-Lisa, J. Pat O'Malley
Votes: 117
25.
Trackdown (1957–1959)
Episode:
Toss Up
(1959)
30 min | Western
Naomi Wallace tells Hoby that her husband Paul has hired gunman Billy McCall to protect him from her brother Gary who blames Paul for killing Gary's father.
Director: Don McDougall | Stars: Robert Culp, Jean Howell, Lee Farr, John Anderson
Votes: 19
26. Thriller (1973–1976)
TV-14 | 65 min | Crime, Drama, Fantasy
"Thriller" was an anthology series of self-contained episodes, with genres ranging from murder mystery to suspense to psychological and supernatural horror.
Stars: Donna Mills, Gary Collins, Derek Francis, Michael Jayston
Votes: 978
27. The Millionaire (1955–1960)
30 min | Drama
In this hit 1950s TV series, a millionaire indulges himself giving away $1 million apiece to persons he has never met.
Stars: Marvin Miller, Paul Frees, Roy Gordon, Russ Conway
Votes: 605
28. Armstrong Circle Theatre (1950–1963)
60 min | Drama
Documentary dramas, plays that were based on true stories, were the forte of Armstrong Circle Theater. Many movie actors and actresses got their start here.
Stars: Douglas Edwards, Sandy Becker, Bob Sherry, John Cameron Swayze
Votes: 123
29. The Best of the Post (1960– )
30 min | Drama
A syndicated anthology series adapted from stories published in the Saturday Evening Post magazine.
Stars: John Conte, Burt Douglas, Karl Swenson, Alan Lee
Votes: 34
30.
Boy Meets Girl (1967–1969)
Episode:
Long After Summer
(1967)
50 min | Romance
Director: Alan Cooke | Stars: Scott Forbes, John Collin, Charles Carson, Jenny Agutter
Votes: 12
31.
Crown Court (1972–2007)
Episode:
An Act of Vengeance: Part One
(1973)
TV-14 | 24 min | Drama
A 21 year old man has been blinded after an attacker flung acid into his face. Was the attack carried out by his own cousin following a family feud?
Director: Howard Baker | Stars: Michael Cashman, Charles Keating, William Mervyn, John Alkin
Votes: 8
32.
Stage 7 (1955–1956)
Episode:
To Kill a Man
(1955)
Drama
A dinner party is interrupted by an intruder.
Director: James Neilson | Stars: Alexis Smith, Scott Forbes, Dan Barton, Ross Elliott
Votes: 7
33. Schlitz Playhouse (1951–1959)
30 min | Comedy, Drama
Originally billed as "Playhouse of the Stars" this long running anthology series was originally presented live from New York City. Irene Dunne was briefly the hostess in 1952, and the show frequently used Broadway performers in classic stories.
Stars: James Mason, Irene Dunne, Robert Paige, Walter Coy
Votes: 338
34.
Black Saddle (1959–1960)
Episode:
Client: Steele
(1959)
30 min | Western
Clay agrees to take on the case of Bill Steele, one of a trio being held in jail by Marshal Scott on robbery charges. But Steele has his own reason for wanting Clay as his lawyer.
Director: Francis D. Lyon | Stars: Peter Breck, Russell Johnson, Anna-Lisa, Scott Forbes
Votes: 23
35.
Four Star Playhouse (1952–1956)
Episode:
One Way Out
(1955)
30 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
Diana finally leaves her playboy husband and moves to an apartment in New York. Soon after arriving at her new place, she finds herself locked in with no electricity and very little food. ... See full summary »
Director: Roy Kellino | Stars: Ida Lupino, Scott Forbes, Frances Robinson, Gayle Kellogg
Votes: 43
36.
Crown Court (1972–2007)
Episode:
An Act of Vengeance: Part Three
(1973)
TV-14 | 24 min | Drama
Brian Collings faces a second day in the dock. The prosecution revealed that Brian had a newspaper picture of Pauline Ellis, in a bikini, pinned on his wall at work. The prosecution argue that he blinded Alan through jealousy.
Director: Howard Baker | Stars: Michael Cashman, Charles Keating, William Mervyn, John Alkin
Votes: 9
37. 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: 329
38. Four Star Playhouse (1952–1956)
30 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
This show featured four rotating stars, Charles Boyer, David Niven, Ida Lupino, and Dick Powell in individual episodes consisting of everything from comedy to drama.
Stars: David Niven, Dick Powell, Charles Boyer, Ida Lupino
Votes: 244
39. The Loretta Young Show (1953–1961)
30 min | Drama
A drama anthology series hosted by actress Loretta Young. In addition to hosting the series, she played the lead in various episodes.
Stars: Loretta Young, John Milton Kennedy, John Newland, Robert Foulk
Votes: 303
40. 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: 246
41. Matinee Theatre (1955–1958)
60 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery
A daily anthology show, featuring original material, as well as adaptations of literary classics.
Stars: John Conte, Peter Hansen, Sarah Churchill, Johnny Crawford
Votes: 133
42. Arthur of the Britons (1972–1973)
30 min | Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
Celts fighting among themselves and the Saxons in 5th century Briton after the Roman pullout.
Stars: Oliver Tobias, Michael Gothard, Jack Watson, Brian Blessed
Votes: 181
43. Lux Video Theatre (1950–1959)
30 min | Comedy, Drama
Live dramatic shows featuring Hollywood stars, adaptations of motion pictures, and a host accompanying. The host would introduce each act, and would conduct an interview with the stars at the end of the play.
Stars: Ken Carpenter, Jay Jackson, Otto Kruger, Gordon MacRae
Votes: 154
44. The Philco Television Playhouse (1948–1956)
60 min | Drama
This live dramatic series featured original stories and adaptations of novels, plays, etc., during its eight-year run. During the first year, the show was sponsored by the Actor's Equity ... See full summary »
Stars: Bert Lytell, Jay Jackson, Bob Stanton, E.G. Marshall
Votes: 137
45. The Main Chance (1969–1975)
60 min | Drama
Maverick lawyer David Main commutes between his twin bases in London and Leeds. His seemingly devil-may-care attitude is contrasted with the steady and cautious approach of his crusty Leeds partner Henry Castleton.
Stars: John Stride, Margaret Ashcroft, John Wentworth, Anna Palk
Votes: 135
46. George and the Dragon (1966–1968)
30 min | Comedy
Colonel Maynard has a problem when it comes to housekeepers - his chauffeur. George has an eye for the ladies, and his behaviour has seen sixteen housekeepers hand in their resignations. ... See full summary »
Stars: Peggy Mount, Sidney James, John Le Mesurier, Keith Marsh
Votes: 102
47.
The Adventures of Jim Bowie (1956–1958)
Episode:
Deputy Sheriff
(1956)
30 min | Adventure, Western
Jim volunteers to be a temporary deputy sheriff in order to guard a prisoner. However, he soon begins to suspect that the young man may not in fact be guilty of the crime he's been charged with.
Director: Lewis R. Foster | Stars: Scott Forbes, Maurice Marsac, Celia Lovsky, Michael Landon
Votes: 25
48.
Medic (1954–1956)
Episode:
Reach of the Giant: Part 1
(1956)
Drama
A man develops a crippling arthritic spinal condition.
Director: John Brahm | Stars: Richard Boone, Barry Atwater, Diana Douglas, Richard Hale
Votes: 11
49.
Special Branch (1969–1974)
Episode:
Exit a Diplomat
(1969)
49 min | Action, Crime, Drama
When a member of a foreign embassy is caught shoplifting in London, but tries to hide her status by willingly accepting arrest, Superintendent Inman takes an interest in her employers.
Director: Voytek | Stars: Derren Nesbitt, Fulton Mackay, Morris Perry, Keith Washington
Votes: 25
50. The Saint (1962–1969)
TV-PG | 50 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Simon "The Saint" Templar, a wealthy adventurer and 20th-century Robin Hood, travels the world in his white Volvo P1800S, solving unsolvable problems and righting wrongs.
Stars: Roger Moore, Ivor Dean, Leslie Crawford, Justine Lord
Votes: 6,222