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1. Cheers (1982–1993)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama
The regulars of the Boston bar "Cheers" share their experiences and lives with each other while drinking or working at the bar where everybody knows your name.
Stars: Ted Danson, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger, George Wendt
Votes: 62,151
2. Ruthless People (1986)
R | 93 min | Comedy, Crime
A couple cheated by a vile businessman kidnaps his wife in retaliation, not knowing that their enemy is delighted that they did.
Directors: Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, Jerry Zucker | Stars: Bette Midler, Danny DeVito, Judge Reinhold, Helen Slater
Votes: 30,543 | Gross: $71.62M
3. Miami Vice (1984–1989)
TV-14 | 48 min | Action, Crime, Drama
-Resplendent with authentic 1980s music, fashion, and vibe, "Miami Vice" follows two undercover detectives and their extended team through the mean streets of Miami, Florida.
Stars: Don Johnson, Philip Michael Thomas, Saundra Santiago, Olivia Brown
Votes: 30,261
4. Murder, She Wrote (1984–1996)
TV-PG | 50 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Professional writer and amateur sleuth Jessica Fletcher uses her intellect, charm, and persistence to get to the bottom of every crime she encounters.
Stars: Angela Lansbury, William Windom, Ron Masak, Louis Herthum
Votes: 29,322
5. Tales from the Crypt (1989–1996)
TV-MA | 25 min | Comedy, Crime, Fantasy
"Tales from the Crypt" was a 1989 horror story anthology series based on the gruesome E.C. comic books of the 1950s presented by the legendary "Crypt Keeper", a sinister ghoul obsessed with gallows humor and horrific puns.
Stars: John Kassir, Roy Brocksmith, Miguel Ferrer, Cam Clarke
Votes: 27,118
6. Who's the Boss? (1984–1992)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Romance
Tony Micelli, a retired baseball player, becomes the housekeeper of Angela Bower, an advertising executive in New York. Together they raise their kids, Samantha Micelli and Jonathan Bower, with help from Mona Robinson, Angela's man-crazy mother.
Stars: Tony Danza, Judith Light, Alyssa Milano, Danny Pintauro
Votes: 15,584
7. Melrose Place (1992–1999)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Romance
Classic serial drama around a group of friends living in Melrose Place, California.
Stars: Heather Locklear, Andrew Shue, Courtney Thorne-Smith, Thomas Calabro
Votes: 13,300
8. Matlock (1986–1995)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Ben Matlock is a very expensive criminal defense attorney, who charges one hundred thousand dollars to take a case. Fortunately, he's worth every penny, as he and his associates defend his clients by finding the real killer.
Stars: Andy Griffith, Linda Purl, Kene Holiday, Nancy Stafford
Votes: 9,368
9. The Hotel New Hampshire (1984)
R | 109 min | Comedy, Drama
A New Englander and his odd family run a hotel in Vienna, as unexpected events change their lives forever.
Director: Tony Richardson | Stars: Rob Lowe, Jodie Foster, Paul McCrane, Beau Bridges
Votes: 9,125 | Gross: $5.10M
10. A Different World (1987–1993)
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy
A group of students at a historically Black university struggle to make it through college.
Stars: Lisa Bonet, Kadeem Hardison, Jasmine Guy, Darryl M. Bell
Votes: 7,957
11. Eerie, Indiana (1991–1992)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama
Teenage weirdness investigator Marshall Teller adventures through his new small-town home with his friends, geeky Simon Holmes and mysterious Dash X.
Stars: Omri Katz, Justin Shenkarow, Mary-Margaret Humes, Francis Guinan
Votes: 6,300
12. 18 Again! (1988)
PG | 93 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
An aging ruthless businessman swaps bodies with his grandson in the wake of getting into a car accident.
Director: Paul Flaherty | Stars: Charlie Schlatter, George Burns, Tony Roberts, Anita Morris
Votes: 5,037 | Gross: $2.57M
13. 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: 4,243
14. Radioland Murders (1994)
PG | 108 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
A series of mysterious crimes threatens the existence of a new radio network.
Director: Mel Smith | Stars: Brian Benben, Mary Stuart Masterson, Ned Beatty, George Burns
Votes: 3,911 | Gross: $1.30M
15. Absolute Beginners (1986)
PG-13 | 108 min | Drama, Musical, Romance
In London in 1958, a young photographer seeks media stardom to keep the love of a beautiful, aspiring fashion designer.
Director: Julien Temple | Stars: Patsy Kensit, Eddie O'Connell, David Bowie, James Fox
Votes: 3,731 | Gross: $0.93M
16. Major Dad (1989–1993)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Family
A hard-nosed, conservative Marine impulsively proposes to the liberal reporter doing a story on him and agrees to help her raise her three daughters.
Stars: Gerald McRaney, Shanna Reed, Nicole Dubuc, Chelsea Hertford
Votes: 3,188
17. Aria (1987)
R | 90 min | Comedy, Drama, Music
10 short films by 10 different directors, set to arias by different composers.
Directors: Robert Altman, Bruce Beresford, Bill Bryden, Jean-Luc Godard, Derek Jarman, Franc Roddam, Nicolas Roeg, Ken Russell, Charles Sturridge, Julien Temple | Stars: John Hurt, Theresa Russell, Stephanie Lane, Roy Hyatt
Votes: 3,105 | Gross: $1.03M
18. Maria's Lovers (1984)
R | 109 min | Drama, Romance
At the end of WWII, Ivan returns home to Pennsylvania from the nightmares of a brutal Japanese POW camp, to his childhood friend, Maria. But he has rivals for her love.
Director: Andrey Konchalovskiy | Stars: Nastassja Kinski, John Savage, Keith Carradine, Robert Mitchum
Votes: 2,912
19. Bloodhounds of Broadway (1989)
PG | 93 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Broadway was never brighter and never roared louder than New Year's Eve, 1928, when anything could happen-and did. A four part short story musical co-starring Madonna, Jennifer Grey, and Matt Dillon.
Director: Howard Brookner | Stars: Josef Sommer, Madonna, Tony Azito, Jennifer Grey
Votes: 1,442 | Gross: $0.04M
20. A Smoky Mountain Christmas (1986 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 94 min | Fantasy, Music
A country-western singer on a trip through the Tennessee mountains runs into a reclusive backwoodsman and a witch.
Director: Henry Winkler | Stars: Dolly Parton, Lee Majors, Bo Hopkins, Dan Hedaya
Votes: 1,344
21. Blue City (1986)
R | 83 min | Action, Crime, Drama
A drifter returns to his Florida hometown only to discover that his father, the local mayor, was mysteriously murdered during his absence. Vowing to find the killer and avenge his father's death, he starts his own investigation.
Director: Michelle Manning | Stars: Judd Nelson, Ally Sheedy, David Caruso, Paul Winfield
Votes: 1,340 | Gross: $6.95M
22. So Fine (1981)
R | 90 min | Comedy
While trying to get his father out of a financial jam, a man comes up with an idea that turns into an unexpected overnight financial fashion success: bottomless pants.
Director: Andrew Bergman | Stars: Ryan O'Neal, Jack Warden, Mariangela Melato, Richard Kiel
Votes: 1,265
23. The Arsenio Hall Show (1989–1994)
60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Arsenio Hall hosts this hip, late-night talk show.
Stars: Arsenio Hall, Burton Richardson, Michael Wolff, Sinbad
Votes: 997
24. The Happy Hooker (1975)
R | 96 min | Biography, Comedy
In the first of three films on the life of Xaviera Hollander, the famous hooker from Holland traces her career as madam of the biggest and most profitable bordellos in New York.
Director: Nicholas Sgarro | Stars: Lynn Redgrave, Jean-Pierre Aumont, Lovelady Powell, Tom Poston
Votes: 876
25. Martians Go Home (1989)
PG-13 | 89 min | Comedy, Sci-Fi
Song writer Mark Devereaux accidentally calls millions of green Martians to invade Earth. No they aren't dangerous, just wise-cracking, intrusive, pain in neck, annoyances. No one can ... See full summary »
Director: David Odell | Stars: Randy Quaid, Margaret Colin, Anita Morris, John Philbin
Votes: 837 | Gross: $0.13M
26.
Tales from the Crypt (1989–1996)
Episode:
Spoiled
(1991)
Not Rated | 28 min | Comedy, Crime, Fantasy
Janet is married to a doctor who's married to his work. She wants to live her life with passion, danger, and romance like Fuchsia Monroe, a soap opera character she watches religiously. ... See full summary »
Director: Andy Wolk | Stars: Faye Grant, Alan Rachins, Anita Morris, Tristan Rogers
Votes: 829
27. The Merv Griffin Show (1962–1986)
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Family, Music
Merv Griffin invites a series of actors, actresses, writers, and directors to discuss the progressive work they have done and current culture, arts, and entertainment surrounding the numerous projects.
Stars: Merv Griffin, Mort Lindsey, Mort Lindsey Orchestra, Arthur Treacher
Votes: 608
28.
Cheers (1982–1993)
Episode:
Dog Bites Cliff
(1987)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
On his postal route, Cliff is bitten by a dog, and decides to sue the owner for $200,000. Madeline, the dog's owner, ends up being a beautiful, voluptuous woman, but one that is up front ... See full summary »
Director: James Burrows | Stars: Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger
Votes: 511
29. Little Miss Millions (1993)
PG | 90 min | Comedy, Family
Private detective Nick is hired to bring back Heather, who ran away from her stepmother to find her real mother.
Director: Jim Wynorski | Stars: Howard Hesseman, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Anita Morris, James Avery
Votes: 415
30.
Murder, She Wrote (1984–1996)
Episode:
The Search for Peter Kerry
(1989)
TV-PG | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Jessica aids yet another dear old friend in his search for his missing grandson.
Director: Walter Grauman | Stars: Angela Lansbury, Mason Adams, Michael Beck, Sam Bottoms
Votes: 380
31.
Miami Vice (1984–1989)
Episode:
Amen... Send Money
(1987)
TV-14 | 46 min | Action, Crime, Drama
The wife of a televangelist is arrested on drug charges by Tubbs who finds himself the target of preacher's vengeance. However, a rival televangelist makes his play.
Director: James Quinn | Stars: Don Johnson, Philip Michael Thomas, Saundra Santiago, Michael Talbott
Votes: 359
32. Me and the Kid (1993)
PG | 94 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
A lonely and emotionally neglected rich kid forms an attachment to one of the men who kidnap him during a botched robbery of his father's safe.
Director: Dan Curtis | Stars: Danny Aiello, Alex Zuckerman, Joe Pantoliano, Cathy Moriarty
Votes: 293 | Gross: $0.06M
33. Off and Running (1991)
PG-13 | 86 min | Comedy, Drama, Thriller
Cyd Morse is an actress, but her biggest role so far is as a recurrent guest on '"Miami Vice"'. She earns her living with underwater dancing at the bar of the Eden Rock Hotel in Miami Beach... See full summary »
Director: Ed Bianchi | Stars: Cyndi Lauper, David Keith, Johnny Pinto, David Thornton
Votes: 247
34. A Masterpiece of Murder (1986 TV Movie)
100 min | Comedy, Mystery
An over-the-hill gumshoe reluctantly teams with worldly retired master thief to solve a string of art thefts and murders.
Director: Charles S. Dubin | Stars: Bob Hope, Don Ameche, Jayne Meadows, Claudia Christian
Votes: 172
35.
Eerie, Indiana (1991–1992)
Episode:
No Brain, No Pain
(1992)
TV-Y7 | 24 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama
Marshall and Simon witness a homeless man being attacked by a woman with a ray gun and decide to help him out. But things get really weird when they turn on the strange contraption the man was making.
Director: Greg Beeman | Stars: Omri Katz, Justin Shenkarow, Mary-Margaret Humes, Francis Guinan
Votes: 155
36. Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon (1966– )
Not Rated | 1,290 min | News
The MDA Labor Day Telethon was an annual telethon held on Labor Day in the United States to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), which was founded in 1950 with hopes of gaining the American public's interest.
Stars: Jerry Lewis, Ed McMahon, Jack Jacobson, Tony Orlando
Votes: 135
37.
Matlock (1986–1995)
Episode:
The Star
(1989)
TV-PG | 50 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A new young director is imposed upon an aging scream queen near the end of her current movie. They argue conspicuously and vehemently about artistic differences. After the filming of the ... See full summary »
Director: Seymour Robbie | Stars: Andy Griffith, Nancy Stafford, Julie Sommars, Clarence Gilyard Jr.
Votes: 124
38. Night of 100 Stars II (1985 TV Special)
180 min | Comedy, Family, Music
Stars: Debbie Allen, Peter Allen, Harry Anderson, Ann-Margret
Votes: 120
39.
Melrose Place (1992–1999)
Episode:
Burned
(1992)
TV-14 | 46 min | Drama, Romance
Billy gets robbed by some black hoods while driving his taxi around downtown Los Angeles one night. When the police don't take an interest in his case, he investigates himself to find the ... See full summary »
Director: Janet Greek | Stars: Josie Bissett, Thomas Calabro, Amy Locane, Doug Savant
Votes: 114
40.
Matlock (1986–1995)
Episode:
The Legacy
(1992)
TV-PG | 120 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Ben finds out that a man is being charged with murder who has a connection to Ben's father Charlie.
Director: Harvey S. Laidman | Stars: Andy Griffith, Brynn Thayer, Daniel Roebuck, Clarence Gilyard Jr.
Votes: 111
41. A Sinful Life (1989)
R | 90 min | Comedy
A former 'Sonny and Cher' dancer tries to pull her life together when social services threaten to take her daughter away from her.
Director: William Schreiner | Stars: Anita Morris, Dennis Christopher, Shelly Desai, Rita Gomez
Votes: 92
42. Trade Winds (1993)
60 min | Drama
A forbidden love affair blossoms on the beautiful and sultry Caribbean island of St. Martin in this tale of two wealthy and powerful families vying against each other for power and ... See full summary »
Stars: Anita Morris, John Beck, Dean Tarrolly, Ned Vaughn
Votes: 85
43.
Who's the Boss? (1984–1992)
Episode:
Cardinal Sin
(1989)
Not Rated | 24 min | Comedy, Romance
Tony attends a St. Louis Cardinals reunion weekend, to play in a benefit old-timers match and catch up with former teammates. Angela came along to cheer him. When super-fan Betty starts ... See full summary »
Director: Asaad Kelada | Stars: Tony Danza, Judith Light, Alyssa Milano, Danny Pintauro
Votes: 85
44. The Magic Show (1983)
G | 105 min | Comedy, Musical
A young magician with an unorthodox look and style's first big break is threatened by a villainous rival.
Director: Norman Campbell | Stars: Doug Henning, Didi Conn, Jon Finlayson, Jack Creley
Votes: 73
45. Berrenger's (1985)
60 min | Drama, Romance
Simon Berrenger is the ruthless, head of the high-class store that bore his name. His two sons are both working for him: Paul, the president of Berrenger's, who is trapped in a loveless ... See full summary »
Stars: Jonelle Allen, Laura Ashton, Claudia Christian, Jeff Conaway
Votes: 69
46. Good Grief (1990–1991)
30 min | Comedy
Straight-laced Warren, his sister Debbie, her flamboyant husband Ernie (Howie Mandel), and their tranvestite assistant Raoul, run a funeral home.
Stars: Howie Mandel, Joel Brooks, Wendy Schaal, Sheldon Feldner
Votes: 62
47. Down and Out in Beverly Hills (1987– )
30 min | Comedy
Newly-wealthy Dave Whitman, a working-class type, moves into Beverly Hills. Wife Barbara and daughter Jenny become social climbers; son Max is less adaptable. They take in and receive advice from homeless philosopher Jerry.
Stars: Hector Elizondo, Anita Morris, Tim Thomerson, Evan Richards
Votes: 57
48. WIOU (1990–1991)
60 min | Drama
The TV network sends Hank Zaret to be news director of station WNDY (known as WIOU to the staff). The news co-anchors are Neal Frazier and Kelby Robinson. Eddie Bock and Taylor Young are ... See full summary »
Stars: John Shea, Helen Shaver, Harris Yulin, Phil Morris
Votes: 51
49.
Major Dad (1989–1993)
Episode:
Colonel of Truth
(1993)
TV-PG | Comedy, Family
With the man above him retiring, General Craig is next in line, but MacGillis is also a potential candidate. But when the list of potential candidates for promotion comes in, the Major's ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Lembeck | Stars: Gerald McRaney, Shanna Reed, Nicole Dubuc, Chelsea Hertford
Votes: 51
50. Circus of the Stars #7 (1982 TV Special)
120 min | Family, Documentary
Hollywood stars perform circus acts at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas.
Stars: Scott Baio, Morgan Fairchild, Vincent Price, Martha Raye
Votes: 48