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1. This Old House (1979– )
TV-G | 30 min | Documentary, Reality-TV
The host guides various participants as they repair and renovate various houses.
Stars: Richard Trethewey, Norm Abram, Kevin O'Connor, Tom Silva
Votes: 1,048
2. The Joy of Painting (1983–1994)
TV-G | 25 min | Documentary, Family
In this half-hour program, artist Bob Ross paints a beautiful oil painting on canvas.
Stars: Bob Ross, Steve Ross, Dana Jester, Peep
Votes: 6,175
3. America's Test Kitchen (2000– )
Unrated | 30 min | Documentary
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster and the Test Kitchen cooks prepare America's favorite recipes, passing along valuable tips as they go.
Stars: Christopher Kimball, Julia Collin Davison, Bridget Lancaster, Jack Bishop
Votes: 577
4. Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan (2004–2016)
TV-G | 110 min | Family, Reality-TV
Dog lover Cesar Millan has an uncanny ability to rehabilitate problem dogs of all shapes and sizes.
Stars: Cesar Millan, Daddy, Paul Dini, Ilusion Millan
Votes: 2,844
5. My Cat from Hell (2011–2018)
60 min | Reality-TV
Jackson deals with cats that are not very well behaved. He helps couples and all sorts of people with their behavioral issues.
Stars: Jackson Galaxy, Eric Roberts, Eliza Roberts, Hannah Shaw
Votes: 1,607
6. Cook's Country from America's Test Kitchen (2008– )
Not Rated | 26 min | Documentary
Discovers the best of American cuisine through extensive kitchen testing.
Stars: Julia Collin Davison, Bridget Lancaster, Jack Bishop, Adam Ried
Votes: 298
7. Microsoft Windows 95 Video Guide (1995 Video)
55 min | Comedy
An instructional video that teaches people how to use the new (at the time) Windows 95 operating system. The guide features the infamous Cyber Sitcom, an overview of the 25 new features, ... See full summary »
Director: Dominick Rossetti | Stars: Jennifer Aniston, Matthew Perry, Marilyn Pasekoff, Michael P. Moran
Votes: 256
8. Parent to Child About Sex (1966)
31 min | Short, Reality-TV
This instructional film teaches parents how to talk to their children about sex.
Stars: Mary Calderone, Tommy N. Evans, Stuart M. Finch
Votes: 28
9. Kama Sutra (2013 Video)
93 min | Romance
Director: Dawn | Stars: Eva Strauss, Marcio Gonzales, Rita Stone, Denis Reed
Votes: 10
10. The New Yankee Workshop (1989–2009)
TV-G | 27 min | Documentary
In this PBS series, craftsman Norm Abram demonstrates how to build quality furniture in one's own workshop using traditional carpentry techniques. Abram also gives pointers on restoring and... See full summary »
Stars: Norm Abram, Bill Wallick, Gary Sullivan, Leigh Keno
Votes: 248
11. It's Me or the Dog (2005–2023)
23 min | Reality-TV
In just one minute dog behaviorist Victoria Stilwell can take control of any dog and she's determined to bring Britain's baddest dogs back in line.
Stars: Victoria Stilwell, Ralf Little, Sean Chapman, Jodie Marsh
Votes: 346
12. BodyShaping (1988– )
Sport
Instructional workout series from exotic locations around the world. Includes viewer mail read and answered by supermodel Kathy Ireland.
Stars: Corinna Everson, Kiana Tom, Deprise Brescia, Sharon Bruneau
Votes: 47
14. Surviving Edged Weapons (1988)
TV-MA | 84 min | Documentary, Action, Crime
A documentary issued to police in the 80's on how to survive edged-based attacks, primarily blades -- with often comical and novel examples.
Director: Dennis Anderson | Stars: Mickey Dawes, Leo T. Gaje Jr., Dean Gilmore, Kathleen A. Handal
Votes: 561
15. Cesar 911 (2014– )
42 min | Reality-TV
Cesar witnesses first hand how unruly dogs wreak havoc on community sidewalks, dog parks and even restaurants and offices! Whether it's a spoiled Chihuahua going wild in a family business ... See full summary »
Stars: Cesar Millan, Jason Willinger, Erin Gruwell, Minn Vo
Votes: 314
16. Nude Tai Chi (1996 Video)
32 min | Documentary, Short
Three models practice the ancient art of Tai Chi without any clothes on.
Director: Bert Rhine | Star: Sana Fey
Votes: 37
17. Law Enforcement Guide to Satanic Cults (1994 Video)
75 min | Documentary, Crime
A dated documentary into the oft-overlooked risk of Satanic cults and demonic activity for police and law enforcement officers.
Director: Devin Dehaven | Stars: Joie Brinsfield, Gordon L. Coulter, Kelly McGhee, Eric Pryor
Votes: 47
18. Baby Einstein Language Nursery (1996 Video)
Family
A video meant for younger children featuring basic words in many languages, accompanied by colorful imagery.
Stars: Julie Aigner-Clark, Aspen Clark, Paul Dake, Miho Mettias
Votes: 86
19. Billy's Dad Is a Fudge-Packer! (2004)
Not Rated | 10 min | Short, Comedy
In her first non-acting effort, writer/director Jamie Donahue parodies the 1950s high school educational film.
Director: Jamie Donahue | Stars: D.C. Douglas, Robert Gant, Cady Huffman, Alex Borstein
Votes: 503
20. The Winged Scourge (1943)
Not Rated | 10 min | Documentary, Animation, Short
The Seven Dwarves learn about the menace of mosquito borne malaria and the necessary precautions to control it.
Directors: Bill Justice, Bill Roberts | Star: Art Baker
Votes: 235
22. Storylords (1984– )
TV-G | 15 min | Short, Comedy, Drama
A young boy has been apprenticed by an old storylord to defend the citizens of the kingdom against a wicked storylord who seeks to turn all of those who can't understand what they read into stone statues for his collection.
Stars: Colm O'Reilly, Tanya Tiffany, Karin Worthley, Alexis Lauren
Votes: 12
23. What Should You Do? (2003–2005)
TV-PG | Crime, Drama, Reality-TV
Hosted by Leeza Gibbons, the program recreates real-life stories of life-threatening or emergency situations and dilemmas.
Stars: Leeza Gibbons, Gary Fredo, Hosea Chanchez, Sammy Sheik
Votes: 57
24. A Woman's Guide to Firearms (1987 Video)
60 min | Documentary
Host Gerald McRaney, star of television's "Simon and Simon", leads you through an entertaining, step-by-step, easily understood program, providing a full understanding in the fundamentals ... See full summary »
Director: Gary Finlan | Stars: Lee Purcell, Geoffrey Lewis, Marisa Wayne, Dylan M. McKnight
Votes: 21
25. Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Karate Club Level 1 (1994 Video)
Not Rated | 42 min | Short, Action, Family
Tommy (Jason David Frank) teaches young students martial arts.
Stars: Jason David Frank, Richard Genelle, Romy J. Sharf, David J. Fielding
Votes: 96
26. The Trouble with Lou (2001)
Not Rated | 90 min | Comedy, Romance
Lou is a teenager with a very personal problem that prevents him from socializing with women. When a new student named Margaret arrives at his school, Lou decides he'd like to win her over.
Director: Gregor Joackim | Stars: Lou Romano, Katheryn Cain, Tom Winkler, Michelle Maaske
Votes: 38
27. School of Duel: Learn Yu-Gi-Oh - New Duelist (2003 Video)
52 min | Short, Family
A 'New Duelist' guide to how to play 'Yu-Gi-Oh'.
Director: Michael Breiburg | Stars: David Neil Black, Tom Lawrence, Taylor Messersmith
Votes: 12
28. Star Gazers (1976– )
5 min | Documentary
This is a weekly television program about naked-eye astronomy. Information about celestial objects and events in the night sky is presented. The program teaches viewers where to look for these objects and events.
Stars: Trace Dominguez, Jack Horkheimer, Dean Regas, James Albury
Votes: 76
29. Fitness Beach (1996–1998)
Sport
Fitness Beach was an instructional workout series including aerobics, weight training, and more. Hosted by Deborah Khazei, Kathy Derry, Denise Paglia, and Leeann Tweeden.
Stars: Leeann Tweeden, Kathy Derry, Deborah Khazei, Denise Paglia
Votes: 13
30. Beezbo's Adventures (1985 Video)
48 min | Family
This live action video is designed to teach manners to children. The adventure begins when Gracie and Gilbert Turner discover a disabled spaceship and its short, furry, alien pilot, Beezbo,... See full summary »
Director: Robert C. Bailey | Star: Gary R. Thieman
Votes: 13
31. Sensual Dancing... Bounce with Regine Tolentino (2004 Video)
Former cheerleader and Flash Dancer frontrunner Regine Tolentino teams up with the Myxx Dancers and the Mustang Girls to show you how to tone, reshape and get that gorgeous body you've always wanted.
Stars: Regine Tolentino, Mustang Girls, Myxx Dancers
32. Café Olé (2000)
92 min | Comedy, Romance
Malcolm's (28) new love, Alicia (25), an illegal Chilean refugee, will be short-lived if he does not make the right choice.
Director: Richard Roy | Stars: Andrew Tarbet, Laia Marull, Stephanie Morgenstern, Dino Tavarone
Votes: 87
33. She's Safe!: A Curated Package of Woman-to-Woman Safer-Sex Videos (1993 Video)
55 min
A witty as well as fact-filled compilation of short films intended to convince lesbians of the need for and the fun of safe sex. It begins with facts about sexually transmitted disease, and... See full summary »
Director: Jenni Olson
Votes: 30
35. Health for the Americas: Cleanliness Brings Health (1945)
8 min | Documentary, Animation, Short
The comparison of two rural families to demonstrate the need for proper hygiene and the consequences of its neglect.
Director: James Algar
Votes: 159
36. Dog Borstal (2006– )
60 min | Family
Some of the worst-behaved dogs in Britain come face to face with three tough trainers who hope to tame the difficult animals.
Stars: Mic Martin, Robert Alleyne, Lynne Davies, Guy Oliver-Watts
Votes: 8
37. Learn to Read (1987– )
30 min | Family
"Famous" Wally Amos hosts this program designed to teach reading skills and literacy to adults.
Stars: Wally Amos, Doris Biscoe, Caitlyn Jenner
Votes: 116
39. How to Sleep (1935)
Passed | 11 min | Comedy, Short
A humorous look at the problems people have trying to sleep.
Director: Nick Grinde | Star: Robert Benchley
Votes: 737
41. School of Duel: Learn Yu-Gi-Oh - Master Duelist (2004 Video)
52 min | Short, Family
A 'Master Duelist' guide to how to play 'Yu-Gi-Oh'.
Director: Mark Schmerling
42. How to Have a Moneymaking Garage Sale (1987 Video)
23 min | Short, Comedy
Phyllis Diller shares her tips for a successful garage sale
Director: Johnny Lindy | Stars: Phyllis Diller, Russ Vogel, Carol Sigurdson, Belle White
Votes: 16
43. A Time to Tell (2005 Video)
Not Rated | Drama
An updated version on 'A Time to Tell', and shows how to prevent sexual abuse against children and teens.
44. Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game: Duel Master's Guide (2003 Video)
40 min | Animation, Short, Family
Yugi and Joey teach the fundamentals of dueling.
Stars: Wayne Grayson, Dan Green
Votes: 95
45. Co-ed Training (1998– )
Sport
Stars: Christian Boeving, Deprise Brescia, Carol Grow, Shawnae Jebbia
46. A Time to Tell (1989 Video)
Not Rated | 34 min | Short, Drama
A educational video produced by the Boy Scouts of America to prevent sexual abuse to children and young teens.
Star: Ronald Reagan
Votes: 12
47. How to Succeed with Brunettes (1967)
17 min | Documentary, Short, Romance
Two different Navy officers, one with manners and one without, take a beautiful brunette on several dates each, with varying levels of success. This short was commissioned by the US Navy to teach good manners to the men in uniform.
Votes: 12
48. Icon Men: Christian Boeving (2005 Video)
Not Rated | 35 min | Documentary, Short
Handsome star of TV's BODY SHAPING, CO-ED TRAINING and BATTLEDOME, Christian Boeving shares his personal workout secrets with YOU! In this DVD, Christian demonstrates the body building ... See full summary »
Star: Christian Boeving
49. Miaomiao (2016– )
Animation, Family
Kids learn a new word of Chinese in every episode of Miaomiao through fun stories and adventures.
Star: Hanxuan Ji
50. Basic Football (1994 Video)
44 min | Documentary, Short, Sport
BASIC FOOTBALL explains the game in a fast-paced, funny and very entertaining way. Using state-of-the-art graphics and animation, football clips and story-like segments, BASIC FOOTBALL will... See full summary »
Director: Danny L. Drews | Stars: Burt Reynolds, Cindi Hodgkins, James Denton, Tommy Dallace
Votes: 43