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1.
ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Episode:
Earvin 'Magic' Johnson
(1999)
30 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Stars: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Danny Ainge, David Aldridge, Dave Anderson
Votes: 15
2. Seinfeld (1989–1998)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
The continuing misadventures of neurotic New York City stand-up comedian Jerry Seinfeld and his equally neurotic New York City friends.
Stars: Jerry Seinfeld, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael Richards, Jason Alexander
Votes: 352,206
3. The 35th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (1983 TV Special)
Primetime Emmy Award is the main American award in area of television, annually handed by the American television academy.
Director: Steve Binder | Stars: Joan Rivers, Eddie Murphy, Alan Alda, Debbie Allen
Votes: 104
4. 30 for 30 (2009– )
TV-G | 60 min | Documentary, Biography, History
A collection of documentary films focused on sports.
Stars: Brent Musburger, Chuck D, Larry Bird, William C. Rhoden
Votes: 5,554
5.
Seinfeld (1989–1998)
Episode:
The Puffy Shirt
(1993)
TV-PG | 23 min | Comedy
Kramer and his soft-spoken friend Leslie start a new line of clothing and Jerry accidentally agrees to wear it on the Today show.
Director: Tom Cherones | Stars: Jerry Seinfeld, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael Richards, Jason Alexander
Votes: 4,922
6. Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. (2012– )
TV-PG | 53 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Before the popularity of AncestryDNA, journalist and cultural critic Henry Louis Gates, Jr. divulges the family trees of various celebrities, many times with stunning revelations.
Stars: Henry Louis Gates Jr., CeCe Moore, Anita Hill, Ty Burrell
Votes: 1,642
7. Magic vs. Bird: The 1979 NCAA Championship Game (1979 TV Special)
Sport
The 1979 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship game, between Michigan State University and Indiana State University, exactly as aired on NBA on March 26, 1979, except that the ... See full summary »
Stars: Bill Berry, Larry Bird, Don Brkovich, Mike Brkovich
Votes: 41
8. Wait 'Til Next Year: The Saga of the Chicago Cubs (2006 TV Movie)
59 min | Documentary, Sport
Using the frame of opening day, 2006, this documentary examines the Cubs' 100 years without a World Series title. Between conversations with a half-dozen selected Cubs fans in 2006, the ... See full summary »
Stars: Ernie Banks, Bob Costas, Paul Dzien, Dennis Farina
Votes: 59
9. Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (1979 TV Special)
180 min | Family, Music
Director: Dick Schneider | Stars: Bryant Gumbel, Ed McMahon, Herb Alpert, Wally Amos
Votes: 23
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: 4,246
11. Muhammad Ali: The Whole Story (1996 TV Movie)
348 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
Muhammad Ali is the best fighter!
Directors: Joseph Consentino, Sandra Consentino | Stars: Muhammad Ali, Khalilah Camacho Ali, Rahman Ali, Julian Bond
Votes: 1,084
12. The Top 5 Reasons You Can't Blame... (1999–2007)
Not Rated | 30 min | Sport
A show which takes sports most memorable blunders, bad calls, and questionable moments and sheds a new light on them to show why the party who made the mistake should be let off the hook.
Stars: Brian Kenny, Steve Hirdt, Bob Costas, Michael Wilbon
Votes: 78
13. Games People Play (1980–1981)
60 min | Sport
A sports/variety show that introduced people to the more unusual side of sports, in some cases spotlighting activities that would later gain in popularity as cable TV brought such sports to... See full summary »
Stars: Mr. T, Darren McGavin, Erik Estrada, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Votes: 14
14. 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: 18,979
15. Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals (2010 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 85 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
An exploration of the fierce rivalry between NBA superstars Larry Bird and Magic Johnson during their decade of dominance.
Director: Ezra Edelman | Stars: Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Steve Springer, Evelyn Johnson
Votes: 2,279
16.
Tiger (2021)
Episode:
Part 1
(2021)
TV-MA | 90 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
Chronicles the personal and professional challenges of the biracial golfing prodigy concluding with the death of his father.
Directors: Matthew Hamachek, Matthew Heineman | Stars: Tiger Woods, Earl Woods, Pete McDaniel, Maureen Decker
Votes: 188
17.
30 for 30 (2009– )
Episode:
Celtics/Lakers: Best of Enemies, Part 1
(2017)
TV-G | 101 min | Documentary, Biography, History
This entry in ESPN's 30 for 30 series looks at the origins of the rivalry between the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers in the 1980s that revived - and saved - the NBA.
Director: Jim Podhoretz | Stars: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Danny Ainge, Tiny Archibald, Larry Bird
Votes: 856
18.
The 2000s (2018)
Episode:
Mission Accomplished
(2018)
60 min | Documentary
This episode explores how George W. Bush faced the attacks of September 11th and launched a global war on terror.
Stars: James Baker III, Peter Bergen, Wolf Blitzer, Aaron Brown
Votes: 93
19.
Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. (2012– )
Episode:
Black Like Me
(2017)
TV-PG | 52 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Three African-American guests, TV host Bryant Gumbel, producer Tonya Lewis-Lee and CNN journalist Suzanne Malveaux, delve deep into their family trees, discovering unexpected stories that challenge our assumptions about black history.
Stars: Bryant Gumbel, Tonya Lewis Lee, Suzanne Malveaux
Votes: 47
20. 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: 52,797
21. Ali-Frazier I: One Nation... Divisible (2000 TV Movie)
58 min | Documentary, Sport
A look at the events leading up to and including the legendary March 1971 bout between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. The film also looks at the political and social factors that helped to ... See full summary »
Stars: Joe Frazier, Muhammad Ali, Liev Schreiber, David Brenner
Votes: 110
22. Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (1984 TV Special)
180 min | Family, Music
Directors: Dick Schneider, Jay Miller | Stars: Evelyn Ashford, Jane Badler, Kaye Ballard, Hinton Battle
Votes: 12
23.
Tiger (2021)
Episode:
Part 2
(2021)
TV-MA | 102 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
After an eleven year professional drought influenced by his infidelity and physical injuries, the golfing legend uses his second chance to climb back to the top.
Directors: Matthew Hamachek, Matthew Heineman | Stars: Tiger Woods, Steve Williams, Tiffany Masters, Armen Keteyian
Votes: 170
24.
In Their Own Words (2015– )
Episode:
Muhammad Ali
(2015)
TV-PG | 55 min | Biography
He changed boxing almost as much as he changed the world. Follow Muhammad Ali's rise from Columbia Gym in Louisville, Kentucky to international fame, as he transcended his great athletic ... See full summary »
Stars: Brian Unger, Muhammad Ali, Jim Brown, Robert Lipsyte
Votes: 23
25. 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: 1,071
26. Brain Surgery Live with Mental Floss (2015 TV Special)
Documentary
Director: Joe Michaels | Stars: Bryant Gumbel, Cara Santa Maria, Jennifer Sweet, Benjamin Walter
Votes: 12
27. Tiger (2021)
TV-MA | 96 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
A look at the life, success and scandals of golf legend Tiger Woods.
Stars: Tiger Woods, Pete McDaniel, Steve Williams, Bryant Gumbel
Votes: 4,990
28. Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel (1995– )
TV-PG | 60 min | News, Sport, Talk-Show
A monthly sports magazine that follows what happens on and, more importantly, off the field.
Stars: Bryant Gumbel, Jon Frankel, Bernard Goldberg, Mary Carillo
Votes: 457
29. Arthur Ashe: Citizen of the World (1994 TV Movie)
59 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
A celebratory tribute to the late African-American tennis great Arthur Ashe. Narrated by Ossie Davis, the 50-minute program takes an in-depth look at Ashe's personal and professional battles, including his struggle with AIDS and racism.
Director: Julie Anderson | Stars: Maya Angelou, Arthur Ashe, Donald Bell, Dot Cunningham
Votes: 16
30. 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: 146
31. The New Roswell: Kecksburg Exposed (2003 TV Movie)
120 min | Sci-Fi
Director: Melissa Jo Peltier | Stars: Jonathan Emrys, Bryant Gumbel
Votes: 24
32.
ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Episode:
Willie Mays
(1999)
30 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Director: Chip Rives | Stars: Nick Acocella, Felipe Alou, John Antonelli, Richard Arrington
Votes: 14
33.
Cosby (1996–2000)
Episode:
Superstar
(1999)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
Griffin has a dream in which teachers are given the same elite status and salary as professional athletes and actors.
Director: Don Scardino | Stars: Bill Cosby, Phylicia Rashad, Doug E. Doug, T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh
Votes: 15
34.
ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Episode:
Muhammad Ali
(1999)
30 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Stars: Lonnie Ali, Roone Arledge, Arned Arter, Bob Arum
Votes: 13
35. Survivor (2000– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Adventure, Game-Show, Reality-TV
A reality show where a group of contestants are stranded in a remote location with little more than the clothes on their back. The lone survivor of this contest takes home a million dollars.
Stars: Jeff Probst, Lillian Morris, Jon Dalton, Rob Mariano
Votes: 27,474
36. Contact (1997)
PG | 150 min | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi
Dr. Ellie Arroway, after years of searching, finds conclusive radio proof of extraterrestrial intelligence, sending plans for a mysterious machine.
Director: Robert Zemeckis | Stars: Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt
Votes: 293,393 | Gross: $100.92M
37. Late Night with David Letterman (1982–1993)
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Popular late-night comedy/talk-show with host David Letterman, interviewing famous guests.
Stars: David Letterman, Paul Shaffer, Bill Wendell, Calvert DeForest
Votes: 4,996
38. Charlie Rose (1991–2017)
60 min | News, Talk-Show
Charlie Rose interviews noteworthy people in fields including politics and government, business and economics, science and technology, media, sports and the arts.
Stars: Charlie Rose, Mark Halperin, Al Hunt, Thomas Friedman
Votes: 1,166
39. 1980 World Series (1980)
Sport
For the first time 60 years two teams that had never won a World Series were battling for a right to their first World Championship. The after winning the NL East for the 4 time in 5 years ... See full summary »
Stars: Joe Garagiola, Tony Kubek, Tom Seaver, Merle Harmon
Votes: 21
40. Harry Benson: Shoot First (2016)
Unrated | 87 min | Documentary
What we know today about many famous musicians, politicians, and actresses is due to the famous work of photographer Harry Benson. He captured vibrant and intimate photos of the most famous... See full summary »
Directors: Justin Bare, Matthew Miele | Stars: Harry Benson, Carl Bernstein, Bryant Gumbel, Ralph Lauren
Votes: 443 | Gross: $0.02M
41. Black to the Promised Land (1992)
95 min | Documentary
This documentary follows a group of African-American high school students from Brooklyn who go with their teacher to work on a kibbutz in Israel for a few months. The students also visit Jerusalem for a day.
Director: Madeleine Ali | Stars: Renée Owens, Tisha Pretlow, Andrew Gordon, Nelson Heggs
Votes: 24
42.
The Chris Rock Show (1997–2000)
Episode:
Episode #2.5
(1997)
TV-MA | 28 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Red-hot actor-comedian Chris Rock hosts this Emmy(R)-winning comedy/music/talk series that features a riotous blend of brash wit and high energy. Special guests: Bryant Gumbel and LL Cool J.
Director: Linda Mendoza | Stars: Grandmaster Flash, Bryant Gumbel, Monteria Ivey, Mario Joyner
Votes: 10
43. American Playhouse (1980–1994)
61 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Anthology series which ran on PBS throughout the 1980s.
Stars: Jeffrey DeMunn, Elizabeth Franz, Edward Herrmann, Sada Thompson
Votes: 416
44. In Their Own Words (2015– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Biography
Documenting the lives of three of the most pivotal voices of the 20th century - Muhammad Ali, Jim Henson, and Queen Elizabeth II.
Stars: Brian Unger, Sean Francis, Don Mischer, Jim Brown
Votes: 56
45. NFL Thursday Night Football (2006– )
180 min | Sport
Professional coverage of NFL games Thursdays night during the season.
Stars: Tony Gonzalez, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Richard Sherman, Kirk Herbstreit
Votes: 879
46. Super Bowl XI (1977 TV Special)
Sport
Director: Ted Nathanson | Stars: Curt Gowdy, Don Meredith, Bryant Gumbel, Lee Leonard
Votes: 56
47.
ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Episode:
Hank Aaron
(1999)
30 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Stars: Billye Aaron, Hank Aaron, Sparky Anderson, Joe Andrews
Votes: 16
48.
ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Episode:
Michael Jordan
(1999)
30 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Stars: Mitch Albom, David Aldridge, Larry Bird, Jim Brown
Votes: 25
49. Dateline NBC (1992– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, News
Long-running news-magazine/investigation series.
Stars: Lester Holt, Keith Morrison, Andrea Canning, Josh Mankiewicz
Votes: 3,431
50. ESPN SportsCentury (1999–2007)
Documentary, Biography, History
A biography series counting down the 50 greatest North American athletes of the 20th century. It was expanded to include other athletes, personalities, and notable moments in sports history.
Stars: Chris Fowler, Dick Schaap, Edwin Pope, Robert Lipsyte
Votes: 324