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51. D.C. Follies (1987–1989)
30 min | Comedy
Set in a Washington, D.C. bar, Fred Willard was the bartender, and the patrons were all Krofft puppets, including former U.S. Presidents Reagan, Carter, Ford, and Nixon, and news reporters Dan Rather and Ted Koppel.
Stars: Fred Willard, The Krofft Puppets, Todd Mattox, John Roarke
Votes: 155
52. Low Winter Sun (2013)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama
Murder, deception, revenge, and corruption that starts with the murder of a cop by fellow Detroit detective Frank Agnew.
Stars: Mark Strong, Lennie James, James Ransone, Sprague Grayden
Votes: 6,050
53. Cracker: Mind Over Murder (1997–1998)
TV-14 | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Unconventional psychologist Gerry "Fitz" Fitzgerald is one of the best police interrogators in the business, mostly because his own quirks and perversities help him get inside the criminal mind.
Stars: Robert Pastorelli, Carolyn McCormick, Josh Hartnett, Robert Wisdom
Votes: 450
54. Antiques Roadshow (1997– )
TV-G | Reality-TV
Collectors discover that they can turn trash into treasure, thanks to the appraisal skills of the show's specialists in antiques and fine art; Mark L. Walberg hosts.
Stars: Mark L. Walberg, Simeon Lipman, Nicholas D. Lowry, Coral Peña
Votes: 1,343
55. Daleks' Invasion Earth 2150 A.D. (1966)
Not Rated | 84 min | Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi
Dr. Who and his companions arrive on Earth in the year 2150 AD, only to discover that the planet has been invaded and its population enslaved by the dreaded Daleks.
Director: Gordon Flemyng | Stars: Peter Cushing, Bernard Cribbins, Ray Brooks, Andrew Keir
Votes: 4,543
56. What Not to Wear (I) (2003–2013)
TV-PG | 60 min | Family, Reality-TV
Two fashion stylists and a team of hair and makeup advisors help revamp the look of individuals who have been nominated by their friends for makeovers due to their lamentable appearance, using a $5,000 budget.
Stars: Adam J. Harrington, Clinton Kelly, Stacy London, Carmindy
Votes: 1,890
57. Payne (1999)
30 min | Comedy
An American remake of the classic British TV show, "Fawlty Towers"
Stars: John Larroquette, JoBeth Williams, Julie Benz, Rick Batalla
Votes: 120
58. Deutschland sucht den Superstar (2002– )
Game-Show, Music, Reality-TV
This is the German version of the British success Pop idol and the American Idol show in the US.
Stars: Dieter Bohlen, Marco Schreyl, Pietro Lombardi, Michelle
Votes: 711
59. Sensitive Skin (2014–2016)
18+ | 30 min | Comedy
Davina and Al try to revamp their lives as they struggle with the uncertainties of middle age.
Stars: Don McKellar, Kim Cattrall, Nicolas Wright, Bob Martin
Votes: 1,193
60. Check It Out (1985–1988)
30 min | Comedy
The misadventures of the staff of a supermarket.
Stars: Don Adams, Dinah Christie, Jeff Pustil, Kathleen Laskey
Votes: 154
61. Top Gear Australia (2008–2012)
Documentary, Comedy, Reality-TV
This fast-paced and stunt-filled motor show tests whether cars, both mundane and extraordinary, live up to their manufacturers' claims.
Stars: Steve Pizzati, The Stig, Warren Brown, James Morrison
Votes: 477
62. Us & Them (2014–2015)
144 min | Comedy
Focuses on the key life moments for Gavin and Stacey, who try to maintain their relationship while combining their polarizing families' lives.
Stars: Jason Ritter, Alexis Bledel, Kerri Kenney, Ashlie Atkinson
Votes: 299
63. Hope Island (1999– )
Drama
Reverend Daniel Cooper has come to Hope Island to reopen the Community Church, hoping the assignment will help him through the grief of a terrible loss. Distrusted by the local inhabitants ... See full summary »
Stars: Cameron Daddo, Suki Kaiser, Duncan Fraser, Haig Sutherland
Votes: 136
64. Football Wives (2007 TV Short)
43 min | Short, Drama
A look at the lives of women married to professional football players. Based on the ITV series "Footballers' Wives."
Director: Bryan Singer | Stars: Lucy Lawless, Kiele Sanchez, Gabrielle Union, Eddie Cibrian
Votes: 226
65. Free Agents (2011–2012)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy
Alex is recently divorced, and Helen lost her fiance a year ago. Obviously, these two are definitely not ready to be dating again. So naturally, they end up in bed together one night. Oops.... See full summary »
Stars: Hank Azaria, Kathryn Hahn, Mo Mandel, Natasha Leggero
Votes: 1,471
66. The 1% Club Australia (2023– )
48 min | Game-Show
The Australian version of the quiz where 100 contestants put their common sense, logic and intelligence to the test. Any contestant that correctly answers a question that 1% of the nation got right will win a share of up to A$100,000 cash.
Stars: Jim Jefferies, Bianca Boyd
Votes: 95
67. You Again? (1986–1987)
30 min | Comedy
Henry Willows has been divorced for ten years when his son Matt suddenly moves in. Matt is an irresponsible 17-year-old and sparks fly between conservative Henry and his son. Enid is Harry's housekeeper.
Stars: Jack Klugman, John Stamos, Elizabeth Bennett, Valerie Landsburg
Votes: 133
68. Australian Idol (2003–2024)
Game-Show, Music, Reality-TV
Australian Idol sought to discover the most commercial young singer in Australia through a series of nationwide auditions. The final winner was determined by public voting.
Stars: Marcia Hines, Osher Günsberg, James Mathison, Kyle Sandilands
Votes: 323
69. Tipping Point Australia (2023– )
45 min | Game-Show
Australian version of British game show Tipping Point (2012). Contestants can win a sizable amount of money by inserting counters into a jackpot machine.
Star: Todd Woodbridge
Votes: 13
70. Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (2002– )
TV-PG | 21 min | Game-Show
Contestants use audience input, elimination of multiple choice options, and help from a friend to answer trivia questions for an escalating tier of cash prizes.
Stars: Meredith Vieira, Chris Harrison, Cedric The Entertainer, Terry Crews
Votes: 2,558
71. K9 (2009–2010)
30 min | Family, Sci-Fi
Spin off TV show based on the adventures of the robot dog companion from "Doctor Who".
Stars: John Leeson, Robert Moloney, Keegan Joyce, Philippa Coulthard
Votes: 379
72. Viva Laughlin (2007)
60 min | Comedy, Drama, Musical
Small-time casino owner, Ripley Holden, dreams of opening up a snazzy resort on the Laughlin Strip. Based on the BBC murder-mystery-musical series, "Blackpool."
Stars: Sebastian Tillinger, Carter Jenkins, Jenny Mollen, Lloyd Owen
Votes: 576
73. Travel Guides (2017– )
Reality-TV
With humour from personal insights, five very different groups of people experience then rate the offerings of popular tourist destinations in Australia and around the world.
Stars: Jonathan Fren, Victoria Fren, Mark Fren, Cathy Fren
Votes: 161
74. Lucky 7 (2013–2014)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama
Follow a group of seven gas station employees in Queens, New York, who have been chipping into a lottery pool for years, never thinking they'd actually win.
Stars: Summer Bishil, Lorraine Bruce, Christine Evangelista, Stephen Louis Grush
Votes: 671
75. Worst Week (2008–2009)
TV-14 | Comedy
U.S. version of the BBC series "The Worst Week of My Life", in which a young couple get quickly acquainted with their soon-to-be in-laws.
Stars: Kyle Bornheimer, Erinn Hayes, Nancy Lenehan, Kurtwood Smith
Votes: 2,638
76. The X Factor (2011–2013)
TV-PG | Game-Show, Music, Reality-TV
In this American version of the hit UK show, Simon Cowell and his fellow judges search for a singer who has the "X factor".
Stars: Simon Cowell, Demi Lovato, L.A. Reid, Mario Lopez
Votes: 6,042
77. Traffic (2004)
260 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
A three-part miniseries that offers a look into the world of trafficking, where drugs, weapons and even people are traded all over the world. Here, the lives of three Seattle-based men ... See full summary »
Stars: Ritchie Coster, Nelson Lee, Tony Musante, Justin Chatwin
Votes: 924
78. My Guide to Becoming a Rock Star (2002)
30 min | Comedy, Drama
Inspired by the hit British TV series, this satire centers on the struggling rock band "Slip Dog" and their search for fame.
Stars: Oliver Hudson, Lauren Hodges, Kevin Rankin, Emmanuelle Vaugier
Votes: 82
79. Lotsa Luck! (1973–1974)
30 min | Comedy
Sitcom about Stanley, his family and his work life.
Stars: Dom DeLuise, Kathleen Freeman, Wynn Irwin, Beverly Sanders
Votes: 247
80. Orphan Black (2017–2018)
44 min | Drama, Mystery
Sara Aoyama (Kang Ji-Young) was an orphan and is now a single mother. She has suffered through poverty, lack of understanding from society and other problems that led to her being separated... See full summary »
Stars: Yumi Asô, Naoto Takenaka, Kang Ji-young, Tsutomu Takahashi
Votes: 31
81. Dog Eat Dog (I) (2002–2003)
TV-PG | 60 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Six contestants compete in various athletic events for $25,000 in prize money.
Stars: Brooke Burns, Marty West, LaMonica Garrett, Kato Kaelin
Votes: 411
82. Life Is Wild (2007–2008)
TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, Family
A new York veterinarian moves with his family -- his second wife and their two sets of kids -- to his father-in-law's game reserve in South Africa.
Stars: Mary Mouser, D.W. Moffett, Stephanie Niznik, Andrew St. John
Votes: 533
83. Oh Madeline (1983–1984)
30 min | Comedy
Madeline Wayne craves excitement in her mundane life leading her to try every fad, dragging her friend Doris along. Her husband Charlie, a romance novelist, watches things unfold with his buddy Robert, Doris's ex.
Stars: Madeline Kahn, James Sloyan, Louis Giambalvo, Jesse Welles
Votes: 113
84. Weakest Link (2001–2003)
60 min | Game-Show
In this hybrid of "Inquizition" and "Survivor," contestants test their trivial mettle as a team and against each other. After each round of play, the team votes out the most expendable ... See full summary »
Stars: Anne Robinson, John Cramer, Alan Cumming, Lisa Ann Walter
Votes: 1,508
85. The Chase (2013–2015)
TV-PG | 60 min | Game-Show
You can run, but you cannot hide, The Beast is always coming after you. In THE CHASE, a team of three contestants attempts to amass as much money as possible by answering quick-fire ... See full summary »
Stars: Brooke Burns, Mark Labbett, Shawn Parr, Jonathan Corbblah
Votes: 938
86. Ab Fab (2009 TV Movie)
30 min | Comedy
American adaptation of the classic British sitcom Absolutely Fabulous.
Director: James Burrows | Stars: Kathryn Hahn, Kristen Johnston, Zosia Mamet, Joshua Minnick
Votes: 96
87. On the Rocks (1975–1976)
30 min | Comedy
Alamesa minimum security prison has four inmates in a friendly rivalry with their guards and warden.
Stars: Rick Hurst, José Pérez, Hal Williams, Bobby Sandler
Votes: 82
88. The Two of Us (1981–1982)
30 min | Comedy
Television talk-show host and single mother Nan Gallagher needs help managing her home, so she places an ad in the newspaper for a housekeeper and English butler Robert Brentwood answers it... See full summary »
Stars: Peter Cook, Mimi Kennedy, Oliver Clark, Dana Hill
Votes: 64
89. Amanda's (1983)
30 min | Comedy
Dry-witted Amanda Cartwright tries to manage a hotel despite mishaps involving her inexperienced son Marty, self-centered daughter-in-law Arlene, devoted cook Earl, and bumbling foreign bellhop Aldo.
Stars: Bea Arthur, Fred McCarren, Simone Griffeth, Rick Hurst
Votes: 129
90. The Chase Australia (2015– )
Game-Show
The Australian version of the quiz series where four contestants have to compete against a professional quizzer, known as the "Chaser", in order to win a cash prize.
Stars: Issa Schultz, Brydon Coverdale, Matt Parkinson, Anne Hegerty
Votes: 125
91. Mistresses: Onnatachi no himitsu (2019)
Drama
Kaori (Kyoko Hasegawa) is a doctor. Her patient that she was having an affair with dies. Kaori is suspicious of the patient's son Takashi (Yosuke Sugino) about the death. Tomomi (Miki ... See full summary »
Stars: Kyoko Hasegawa, Miki Mizuno, Hyunri, Aya Ohmasa
Votes: 9
92. X Faktor (2012)
Music, Reality-TV
Slovenian version of the popular singing competition, in which contestants sing cover songs to try and impress judges and voting viewers.
Stars: Peter Poles, Vid Valic, Damjan Damnjanovic, Jadranka Juras
93. The Grubbs (2002– )
30 min | Comedy
Stars: Randy Quaid, Carol Kane, Michael Cera, Brian Sites
Votes: 56
94. I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! (2003– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Adventure, Reality-TV
Ten celebrities are abandoned in the Australian outback with only minimal means of survival, in order to raise money for charity.
Stars: John Lehr, Caitlyn Jenner, Cris Judd, Melissa Rivers
Votes: 1,148
95. Albert & Herbert (1974–1979)
30 min | Comedy
The story of a very childish dad living at his son's home. Incapable of taking care of himself and being alone, the pair must learn to live and work together.
Stars: Sten-Åke Cederhök, Tomas von Brömssen, Lennart Lundh, Rune Turesson
Votes: 421
96. Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Hot Seat (2009–2023)
60 min | Game-Show
A new Australian version of the quiz series. Six contestants have to answer 15 questions correctly for one of them to win the A$1 million top prize.
Stars: Eddie McGuire, Anthony 'Lehmo' Lehmann, Tony Jones, Belinda Delaney
Votes: 82
97. What a Country (1986–1987)
30 min | Comedy
The trials and misadventures of a US citizenship teacher and his class of recent immigrants.
Stars: Garrett M. Brown, Vijay Amritraj, George Murdock, Harry Waters Jr.
Votes: 52
98. That Was the Week That Was (1963–1985)
30 min | Comedy
An Americanized version of the famous hit British TV show, retaining David Frost from the British cast.
Stars: David Frost, Phyllis Newman, Nancy Ames, Pat Englund
Votes: 117
99. Holding the Baby (1998–2002)
30 min | Comedy
Gordon Stiles' life is not easy. He's an executive whose boss, Mr. Peterson, is overbearing, demanding, and insufferable. His brother Jimmy is an actor but he can barely spell it, let alone... See full summary »
Stars: Jon Patrick Walker, Jennifer Westfeldt, Eddie McClintock, Ron Leibman
Votes: 27
100. The Broken Marriage Vow (2022)
TV-14 | 30 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A seemingly perfect home gets shattered by broken trust and infidelity, bringing forth catastrophic effects into the lives of the couple, their son, and everyone else involved. This is a story about a woman scorned.
Stars: Jodi Sta. Maria, Zanjoe Marudo, Sue Ramirez, Zaijian Jaranilla
Votes: 159