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1.
Death Valley Days (1952–1970)
Episode:
The Great Lounsberry Scoop
(1960)
TV-PG | 25 min | Western
Colonel Lounsberry is selected by General Custer to be the only newspaperman to travel with the troops leaving on a campaign against the Sioux.
Director: Nat Perrin | Stars: Ron Hayes, Walter Sande, Michael Emmet, John Clarke
Votes: 33
2.
Hazel (1961–1966)
Episode:
The Investor
(1965)
30 min | Comedy
Hazel puts dough in the bakery that George's client is trying to buy.
Director: William D. Russell | Stars: Shirley Booth, Don DeFore, Whitney Blake, Bobby Buntrock
Votes: 40
3. Markham (1959–1960)
30 min | Crime, Drama
A private investigator, who had been a successful lawyer, solves crimes almost anywhere in the world, although he is based in New York City.
Stars: Ray Milland, Simon Scott, Henry Corden, Barney Phillips
Votes: 87
4.
Cheyenne (1955–1963)
Episode:
The Return of Mr. Grimm
(1961)
TV-G | 60 min | Western
Mr. Grimm's son is killed while trying to escape a posse. His father blames Cheyenne since he shot him. As he runs the biggest company in the town, he holds everyone's job hostage until he gets a trial for justice - hangman's justice.
Director: Lee Sholem | Stars: Clint Walker, Anita Sands, R.G. Armstrong, Stephen Roberts
Votes: 76
5.
Judd for the Defense (1967–1969)
Episode:
Epitaph on a Computer Card
(1969)
60 min | Drama
A man finds his job and reputation being destroyed by a minor mistake on a computer card, and in his attempts to do something about it he may be digging himself in even deeper.
Director: Leo Penn | Stars: Carl Betz, Stephen Young, William Daniels, Jacqueline Scott
Votes: 10
6.
Hazel (1961–1966)
Episode:
Ain't That a Knee Slapper?
(1964)
30 min | Comedy
George tries to write a business contract for Mr Griffin and another equally difficult man. Hazel steps in to get the two men to agree.
Director: William D. Russell | Stars: Shirley Booth, Don DeFore, Whitney Blake, Bobby Buntrock
Votes: 42
7. Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955–1962)
TV-14 | 25 min | Drama, Mystery
Series of unrelated short stories covering elements of crime, horror, drama, and comedy about people of different backgrounds committing murders, suicides, thefts, and other sorts of crime caused by certain motivations, perceived or not.
Stars: Alfred Hitchcock, Harry Tyler, John Williams, Patricia Hitchcock
Votes: 19,336
8. The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (1962–1965)
TV-14 | 50 min | Crime, Drama, Horror
"The Alfred Hitchcock Hour" was a continuation of the dramatic anthology series Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) hosted by the Master of Suspense and Mystery.
Stars: Alfred Hitchcock, Hinton Pope, Jimmy Joyce, Lew Brown
Votes: 5,159
9. Official Detective (1957– )
Mystery, Adventure
Stars: Everett Sloane, James Griffith, Ted de Corsia, Steve Pendleton
Votes: 29
10.
Hazel (1961–1966)
Episode:
Hazel and the Model T
(1964)
30 min | Comedy
Hazel buys a 1920 Model T from the Johnsons, which soon becomes a part of Mr. Griffin's business deal.
Director: William D. Russell | Stars: Shirley Booth, Don DeFore, Whitney Blake, Bobby Buntrock
Votes: 35
11.
Dennis the Menace (1959–1963)
Episode:
Dennis and the Camera
(1961)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family
A fellow-garden-club member asks George to take a picture of a special delicate plant that only blooms at night. George is ready with his camera, but falls asleep before the flower blooms. Dennis asks Mr Wilson to be the Scout Den Mother.
Director: William D. Russell | Stars: Jay North, Herbert Anderson, Gloria Henry, Joseph Kearns
Votes: 33
12.
Laramie (1959–1963)
Episode:
Queen of Diamonds
(1960)
TV-PG | 60 min | Western
A beautiful woman tries to avoid her marshal husband for his own protection, because a gang of robbers is planning on killing him over a robbery he foiled, thanks to her warning. She draws Slim in to help but Jess thinks she is bad luck.
Director: Lesley Selander | Stars: John Smith, Robert Fuller, Jock Mahoney, Julie London
Votes: 101
13.
Hazel (1961–1966)
Episode:
What's Buggin' Hazel?
(1965)
30 min | Comedy
George's client, Mr. Egan, is convinced his office is being bugged by a competitor.
Director: William D. Russell | Stars: Shirley Booth, Don DeFore, Whitney Blake, Bobby Buntrock
Votes: 44
14. Perry Mason (1957–1966)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The trials of a master criminal defense attorney handling the most difficult cases in support of the innocent.
Stars: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale, William Hopper, Ray Collins
Votes: 11,856
15. Frontier Doctor (1956– )
30 min | Western
The adventures of a small town doctor working in the Arizona territory during the early 1900s.
Stars: Rex Allen, Mason Alan Dinehart, Robert Swan, Tom Black
Votes: 113
16.
Death Valley Days (1952–1970)
Episode:
The Reluctant Gun
(1959)
TV-PG | 25 min | Western
When artistic Billy Jackson is threatened by gunslinger Corbett, he shoots him in the back. Famed lawyer Temple Houston is asked to take Billy's case but because the crime took place with many witnesses Houston must work a miracle.
Director: Nat Perrin | Stars: Ross Elliott, Maggie Pierce, Alan Reed Jr., Robert Morris
Votes: 24
17.
Dennis the Menace (1959–1963)
Episode:
Woodman, Spare That Tree
(1961)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family
Dennis feeds crows in the backyard, causing noise while Mr Wilson is on the phone trying to argue for keeping an old tree from being chopped down. One of the crows grabs a hundred dollar bill from Mr Wilson's and flies off to the old tree.
Director: Charles Barton | Stars: Jay North, Herbert Anderson, Gloria Henry, Joseph Kearns
Votes: 29
18.
Perry Mason (1957–1966)
Episode:
The Case of the Bogus Books
(1962)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Demure Ellen Carter works at a relative's bookstore. When a book is found missing, he fires Ellen who is concerned she might be arrested. During a visit with him, Perry notices a first edition. When the owner is murdered, Ellen is charged.
Director: Arthur Marks | Stars: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale, William Hopper, William Talman
Votes: 319
19.
Perry Mason (1957–1966)
Episode:
The Case of the Dead Ringer
(1966)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Perry loses a patent case for Barbara Kramer, whose father had died. A missing letter would prove her case but the other side used a sailor who looks like Perry to implicate him in bribery. When the winner is killed, Barbara is charged.
Director: Arthur Marks | Stars: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale, William Hopper, William Talman
Votes: 350
20. 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
21.
77 Sunset Strip (1958–1964)
Episode:
Old Card Sharps Never Die
(1961)
TV-PG | 47 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Rex heads to an old mining town, hired by the local boss Henning. After he turns down the job he's prevented from leaving. He becomes involved with Notch who holds the deed to a valuable ... See full summary »
Director: Robert Sparr | Stars: Richard Long, Efrem Zimbalist Jr., Roger Smith, Lisa Gaye
Votes: 43
22.
Cheyenne (1955–1963)
Episode:
The Bad Penny
(1961)
TV-G | 60 min | Western
When four men receive letters predicting their deaths, Cheyenne is the only one who recognizes the danger they bring. Pretty Penelope Piper arrives on the stage and the deaths start - each with her involved but the men trust her.
Director: Otto Lang | Stars: Clint Walker, Susan Seaforth Hayes, Richard Webb, Robert Hogan
Votes: 87
23.
The Real McCoys (1957–1963)
Episode:
Foreman of the Jury
(1960)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Family
Grampa sues the electric company for leaving a gate open on the property, causing the death of his bull. The company wants to settle, but of course Grampa is sure he will win once he discovers that George is on the jury.
Director: James V. Kern | Stars: Walter Brennan, Richard Crenna, Kathleen Nolan, Michael Winkelman
Votes: 21
24. Gunsmoke (1955–1975)
TV-PG | 60 min | Western
Marshal Matt Dillon keeps the peace in rough-and-tumble Dodge City.
Stars: James Arness, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Ken Curtis
Votes: 8,762
25. Lawman (1958–1962)
30 min | Western
This is the story of Marshal Dan Troop of Laramie, Wyoming, and his Deputy Johnny McKay, an orphan Troop took under his wing.
Stars: John Russell, Peter Brown, Peggie Castle, Emile Avery
Votes: 972
26. How to Marry a Millionaire (1957–1959)
30 min | Comedy, Romance
Motherly Mike, ditzy but sexy Loco, and sensible Greta move to the big city to find themselves wealthy men to turn into husbands. After the first year Greta gets married with Gwen the new roommate in this syndicated series.
Stars: Merry Anders, Barbara Eden, Lori Nelson, Jimmy Cross
Votes: 99
27.
Hazel (1961–1966)
Episode:
Hazel and the Playground
(1961)
30 min | Comedy
Hazel wants the state's botanical garden changed to a playground.
Director: William D. Russell | Stars: Shirley Booth, Don DeFore, Whitney Blake, Bobby Buntrock
Votes: 107
28.
Perry Mason (1957–1966)
Episode:
The Case of the Perjured Parrot
(1958)
TV-PG | 52 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The only witness to a rich man's murder is his parrot, who keeps repeating the suspect's name. But in court, everyone is surprised at what the bird says next. Perry does his magic at an informal coroner's Inquest in a rural area.
Director: William D. Russell | Stars: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale, William Hopper, William Talman
Votes: 385
29. Maverick (1957–1962)
TV-14 | 60 min | Western
Bret and Bart Maverick are well-dressed gamblers who migrate from town to town always looking for a good game.
Stars: Jack Kelly, James Garner, Roger Moore, Lane Chandler
Votes: 3,628
30. Cheyenne (1955–1963)
TV-G | 60 min | Western
After the Civil War, nomadic adventurer Cheyenne Bodie roamed the West looking for fights, bad guys to beat up, and women. His job changed from episode to episode.
Stars: Clint Walker, Clyde Howdy, Chuck Hicks, Lane Chandler
Votes: 2,027
31. 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
32. Westinghouse Desilu Playhouse (1958–1960)
60 min | Drama
An anthology series hosted by Betty Furness in the first season, and Desi Arnaz in the second. Stories came from several genres, often based on fact. A two part episode was spun off as the popular show The Untouchables (1959).
Stars: Desi Arnaz, Betty Furness, Bruce Gordon, Keenan Wynn
Votes: 143
33.
Lawman (1958–1962)
Episode:
The Break-In
(1961)
30 min | Western
Walt Hudson wants to turn himself in for the reward thinking when he gets out he would at least have a stake. The company making the offer wants something else but Walt wants no part of their plan.
Director: Richard C. Sarafian | Stars: John Russell, Peter Brown, Peggie Castle, Sheldon Allman
Votes: 43
34.
Leave It to Beaver (1957–1963)
Episode:
Beaver Takes a Drive
(1961)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family
When Ward and June are away, Beaver and Gilbert play in the car and it ends up rolling down the driveway into the middle of the street. Just as Wally is driving it back, a cop comes by and ... See full summary »
Director: Charles F. Haas | Stars: Barbara Billingsley, Hugh Beaumont, Tony Dow, Jerry Mathers
Votes: 141
35.
State Trooper (1956–1959)
Episode:
No, My Darling Daughter
(1958)
30 min | Drama
A father trying to prevent his daughter's wedding, sends a man to prevent their elopement in Reno.
Director: John English | Stars: Rod Cameron, Robert Armstrong, Don Oreck, Maurice Manson
Votes: 8
36. Rawhide (1959–1965)
TV-PG | 50 min | Western
Gil Favor is trail boss of a continuous cattle drive. He is assisted by Rowdy Yates. The crew runs into characters and adventures along the way.
Stars: Clint Eastwood, Paul Brinegar, Steve Raines, Eric Fleming
Votes: 4,616
37. The People's Choice (1955–1958)
30 min | Comedy
Socrates "Sock" Miller joins the city council, clashing with the mayor John Peoples. Sock dates then marries his daughter Mandy complicating things. Sock has a basset named Cleo who shares her thoughts and best friend Rollo.
Stars: Jackie Cooper, Patricia Breslin, Bernadette, Mary Jane Croft
Votes: 186
38. 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
39. The Adventures of McGraw (1957–1958)
30 min | Crime, Drama
McGraw is a solitary type who manages to get entangled in the stopping of criminal activity despite not having any official capacity. He often doesn't carry a weapon, especially if an attractive woman is involved.
Stars: Frank Lovejoy, Jean Willes, James Flavin, Angie Dickinson
Votes: 53
40. Johnny Midnight (1960)
30 min | Crime, Drama
Johnny Midnight (Edmond O'Brien) is an ex-actor/theater owner, now turned private eye. His turf is Broadway and New York City's theater district. He lives in a penthouse apartment above the... See full synopsis »
Stars: Edmond O'Brien, Yuki Shimoda, Arthur Batanides, Barney Phillips
Votes: 52
41. The Billy Rose Show (1950–1951)
30 min | Drama
A short-lived anthology series, sponsored by the Hudson Motor Car Company. The host was the theatrical showman and lyricist Billy Rose. The show was canceled due to a decline in the sales ... See full summary »
Stars: Billy Rose, Frank Albertson, Ludwig Donath, Walter Hampden
Votes: 33
42.
Gunsmoke (1955–1975)
Episode:
How to Die for Nothing
(1956)
TV-PG | 30 min | Western
Trail herder Howard Bulow swears to shoot Marshal Dillon in the back after he kills his drunken brother in self-defense.
Director: Ted Post | Stars: James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Mort Mills
Votes: 200
43.
Hawaiian Eye (1959–1963)
Episode:
Cloud Over Koala
(1959)
60 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Tom and Tracy are hired by a real-estate agent to find a missing man. What they don't know is that the man they're looking for is an ex-convict that the agent needs to complete a land swindle he's involved in.
Director: William J. Hole Jr. | Stars: Robert Conrad, Anthony Eisley, Connie Stevens, Poncie Ponce
Votes: 22
44.
Maverick (1957–1962)
Episode:
Cruise of the Cynthia B.
(1960)
TV-G | 60 min | Western
Having been tricked into buying a share of a steamboat instead of the whole boat, Bret and his co-owners sail the boat up the Mississippi to an interested purchaser. Along the way, however, the co-owners start dying one by one.
Director: André De Toth | Stars: James Garner, Jack Kelly, Karl Weber, Maurice Manson
Votes: 103
45.
My Three Sons (1960–1972)
Episode:
Came the Day
(1969)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family
After a few hectic hours of last-minute preparations, Steve and Barbara (Fred MacMurray, Beverly Garland) are married
Director: Frederick De Cordova | Stars: Fred MacMurray, William Demarest, Don Grady, Stanley Livingston
Votes: 56
46.
Perry Mason (1957–1966)
Episode:
The Case of the Bullied Bowler
(1964)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Paul's friend, Bill Jaris, and his brother are fighting the matron of their town to keep their bowling alley open. She uses a health outbreak as an excuse to close it but the county health inspector is murdered. Bill is charged.
Director: Jesse Hibbs | Stars: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale, William Hopper, William Talman
Votes: 321
47.
Sugarfoot (1957–1961)
Episode:
Price on His Head
(1958)
60 min | Western
The stagecoach Tom is riding on is held up, and its driver killed. When the bandits open the strongbox, however, they find only sand inside. Determined to get the money they'd been planning... See full summary »
Director: Richard L. Bare | Stars: Will Hutchins, Patrick McVey, Venetia Stevenson, Karl Swenson
Votes: 16
48. The Munsters (1964–1966)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy
A family of friendly monsters have misadventures, never quite understanding why people react to them so strangely.
Stars: Fred Gwynne, Al Lewis, Yvonne De Carlo, Butch Patrick
Votes: 16,912
49. Bourbon Street Beat (1959–1960)
60 min | Crime, Drama
A former New Orleans cop partners with an Ivy League lawyer to open up a private detective agency with offices on the city's famed Bourbon Street.
Stars: Richard Long, Andrew Duggan, Van Williams, Arlene Howell
Votes: 197
50. State Trooper (1956–1959)
30 min | Drama
Rod Blake, a State Trooper is an officer of the Nevada Department of Public Safety. The setting is in the 1950s American West.
Stars: Rod Cameron, Robert Armstrong, Don Haggerty, Paul Stader
Votes: 122