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1. The Twilight Zone (1959–1964)
TV-PG | 51 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror
Ordinary people find themselves in extraordinarily astounding situations, which they each try to solve in a remarkable manner.
Stars: Rod Serling, Robert McCord, Jay Overholts, James Turley
Votes: 93,216
2. Mayor of the Town (1954–1955)
30 min | Comedy
Thomas Russell is the gregarious mayor of Springdale whose attention to his electorate extends to their personal lives. He also has his own affairs to attend to, with his housekeeper Marilly certain to offer her opinion.
Stars: Kathleen Freeman, Thomas Mitchell, Jean Byron, Tudor Owen
Votes: 26
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.
The Twilight Zone (1959–1964)
Episode:
It's a Good Life
(1961)
TV-PG | 25 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror
On an isolated family farm, a young boy with vast mental powers, but lacking emotional development, holds his terrified family in thrall to his every juvenile wish.
Director: James Sheldon | Stars: John Larch, Cloris Leachman, Don Keefer, Bill Mumy
Votes: 4,548
5.
Bewitched (1964–1972)
Episode:
The Very Informal Dress
(1965)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy
The evening wear which Aunt Clara conjures up for Darrin and Samantha does not last the evening.
Director: William Asher | Stars: Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, Agnes Moorehead, Max Showalter
Votes: 339
6.
Hawaiian Eye (1959–1963)
Episode:
Payoff
(1962)
60 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Tom Lopaka faces danger as he investigates a bribery charge against a prosecutor.
Director: Charles R. Rondeau | Stars: Robert Conrad, Anthony Eisley, Connie Stevens, Poncie Ponce
Votes: 19
7. The Andy Griffith Show (1960–1968)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family
Widower Sheriff Andy Taylor, and his son Opie, live with Andy's Aunt Bee in Mayberry, North Carolina. With virtually no crimes to solve, most of Andy's time is spent philosophizing and calming down his cousin Deputy Barney Fife.
Stars: Andy Griffith, Ron Howard, Don Knotts, Frances Bavier
Votes: 16,998
8.
The Loretta Young Show (1953–1961)
Episode:
Something About Love
(1954)
30 min | Drama
A dancer's resolution to go on with her life as a singer inspires an architect who had become embittered after his hands were injured in the Korean war. Sally Field's mother Margaret (wife ... See full summary »
Director: Harry Keller | Stars: Loretta Young, Gene Barry, Max Showalter, Margaret Field
Votes: 12
9.
Hazel (1961–1966)
Episode:
Hazel and the Stockholder's Meeting
(1963)
30 min | Comedy
When Hazel cannot get customer satisfaction in returning a vacuum cleaner to the store, she goes to the stockholders meeting to discuss the problems.
Director: William D. Russell | Stars: Shirley Booth, Don DeFore, Whitney Blake, Bobby Buntrock
Votes: 50
10. 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: 11,845
11. Five Fingers (1959–1960)
60 min | Drama
Victor Sebastian is a successful undercover agent based in Europe. Victor's cover is as a talent agent for singer Simone Genet, who is later a romantic interest. Victor is often aided by his contact, Robertson.
Stars: David Hedison, Luciana Paluzzi, Paul Burke, Michael Romanoff
Votes: 61
12. The David Niven Show (1959)
30 min | Drama
David Niven introduced the dramas which made up this summer anthology, but he starred in only one of them.
Stars: David Niven, Dorothy Green, Stacy Harris, Wright King
Votes: 46
13. Union Pacific (1958–1959)
30 min | Western
Bart McClelland supervises rail construction for Union Pacific west of Omaha dealing with everything from marauders to land issues. He's aided by surveyor Billy Kincaid and Georgia who runs the mobile Golden Nugget saloon.
Stars: Jeff Morrow, Judson Pratt, Susan Cummings, J.M. Kerrigan
Votes: 64
14.
Hazel (1961–1966)
Episode:
I've Been Singing All My Life
(1963)
30 min | Comedy
George's sister Deirdre is planning a talent show to raise money for the local hospital. Hazel wants to be part of the show, but Deirdre refuses to audition her.
Director: William D. Russell | Stars: Shirley Booth, Don DeFore, Whitney Blake, Bobby Buntrock
Votes: 47
15.
Public Defender (1954–1955)
Episode:
Circumstantial Evidence
(1954)
24 min | Crime, Drama
A story of blind justice, as Matthews defends a man whom was caught by police with the gun that killed the man's wife.
Director: Erle C. Kenton | Stars: Reed Hadley, George Chandler, Max Showalter, Clem Bevans
Votes: 12
16.
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
17. 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: 8,760
18. The Bob Newhart Show (1972–1978)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy
The professional and personal misadventures of a psychologist and his family, patients, friends and colleagues.
Stars: Bob Newhart, Suzanne Pleshette, Bill Daily, Marcia Wallace
Votes: 6,737
19. E! Mysteries & Scandals (1998– )
30 min | Documentary
Hollywood's most notorious scandals exposed through interviews and re-enactments.
Stars: A.J. Benza, A.C. Lyles, Marc Wanamaker, Bob Thomas
Votes: 317
20.
Perry Mason (1957–1966)
Episode:
The Case of the Wandering Widow
(1960)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Riley Morgan is freed from prison after a seaman comes forth after six years to confirm his alibi for a murder. However, the seaman indirectly tries to use Morgan's situation to blackmail the principals in the case and is murdered.
Director: William F. Claxton | Stars: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale, William Hopper, Ray Collins
Votes: 316
21.
Surfside 6 (1960–1962)
Episode:
Anniversary Special
(1962)
60 min | Drama
Dave Thorne tries to help a woman who is trapped in an abusive marriage to an egotistical TV star with delusions of grandeur.
Director: Robert Douglas | Stars: Lee Patterson, Van Williams, Margarita Sierra, William Windom
Votes: 11
22.
The Doris Day Show (1968–1973)
Episode:
The Chocolate Bar War
(1969)
TV-G | 23 min | Comedy
It's a war between two mothers and the battleground is the lucrative exit of Genson's Grocery Store. To the victor goes first prize in the Boy Scout candy selling contest. Doris learns the world is just too small a place to make enemies.
Director: Harry Falk | Stars: Doris Day, Denver Pyle, Philip Brown, Todd Starke
Votes: 33
23.
The Loretta Young Show (1953–1961)
Episode:
Mink Coat
(1955)
30 min | Drama
Series favorites Jock Mahoney, Ann Doran and Casey Adams (Max Showalter) reunite with Ms. Young in an amusing "Fisherman and His Wife/If You Give a Mouse A Cookie"-like fable about the ... See full summary »
Director: Harry Keller | Stars: Loretta Young, Jock Mahoney, Max Showalter, Ann Doran
Votes: 10
24.
Perry Mason (1957–1966)
Episode:
The Case of the Curious Bride
(1958)
TV-PG | 52 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Rhoda Reynolds is blackmailed by Artie Kane for a past indiscretion which she would like to keep from her weakling husband Carl and his overbearing father Philip. When Artie turns up dead, Rhoda is charged with his murder.
Director: Arthur Marks | Stars: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale, William Hopper, William Talman
Votes: 358
25.
Perry Mason (1957–1966)
Episode:
The Case of the Malicious Mariner
(1961)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Jerry Griffin signs onto a freighter that nearly sinks in a storm until he takes command when the captain is hurt. The captain is furious with him for dumping the cargo. When the captain is found murdered, Jerry is charged with it.
Director: Christian Nyby | Stars: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale, William Hopper, William Talman
Votes: 279
26.
Police Story (1973–1980)
Episode:
Year of the Dragon: Part 2
(1975)
60 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Det. John Darrin has to keep his primary witness to the restaurant shooting alive, while searching for his Chinese gang snitch, who has been snatched by a rival gang.
Director: Virgil W. Vogel | Stars: Robert Culp, Wayne Maunder, Laraine Stephens, Edward Binns
Votes: 29
27.
The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis (1959–1963)
Episode:
Names My Mother Called Me
(1962)
TV-Y7 | 26 min | Comedy, Family
Dobie discovers the significance of his unusual name when his distinguished namesake summons him to New York City to share a parting message. A thoughtful episode with an inspiring message for young people.
Director: Rod Amateau | Stars: Dwayne Hickman, Frank Faylen, Florida Friebus, Bob Denver
Votes: 37
28. Surfside 6 (1960–1962)
60 min | Drama
Ken, Dave, and Sandy are three hip private detectives living on, and working out of, a houseboat in Miami Beach, Florida. While not pursuing criminals, they spend time at the Fontainebleau Hotel.
Stars: Van Williams, Lee Patterson, Margarita Sierra, Troy Donahue
Votes: 331
29. Navy Log (1955–1958)
30 min | History, War
Showed featured dramatic reenactments of true Naval events taken from the files of the Defense Department. The episodes generally featured little known actors although better known performers sometimes hosted.
Stars: Robert Carson, Robert Shayne, George Conrad, Joel Smith
Votes: 135
30. Sam Benedict (1962–1963)
60 min | Drama
Sam Benedict is the go to lawyer in the San Francisco area with a reputation for winning impossible cases. Trudy has his office running efficiently while Hank keeps things from getting too serious as Benedict's right hand man.
Stars: Edmond O'Brien, Richard Rust, Joan Tompkins, Alexander Lockwood
Votes: 93
31. Private Secretary (1953–1957)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy
Susie is secretary to handsome talent agent Peter Sands and keeps getting messed up in (and messing up) his private life. She's assisted (usually) by receptionist Vi and semi-rival Sylvia. ... See full summary »
Stars: Ann Sothern, Don Porter, Ann Tyrrell, Joan Banks
Votes: 205
32. Empire (1962–1964)
60 min | Drama, Western
Jim Redigo is foreman for the enormous Garrett Ranch owned by matriarch Lucia with her children Tal and Constance. Redigo had his hands full managing people, machines, and animals, with a specific interest in attractive Connie.
Stars: Richard Egan, Ryan O'Neal, Anne Seymour, Terry Moore
Votes: 83
33.
Crossroads (1955–1957)
Episode:
Lifeline
(1956)
30 min | Drama
A woman goes to work recruiting girls (as paid dance companions) for a handsome but oily criminal. Then she realizes her own little sister is being drawn in to the racket. A radio evangelist intervenes.
Director: Ralph Murphy | Stars: Barbara Hale, Kent Taylor, Regis Toomey, Marla English
Votes: 12
34.
The Lucy Show (1962–1968)
Episode:
Lucy Gets Amnesia
(1964)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Lucy's needs a $110 advance on her allowance, but Mooney refuses it as he leaves for a convention. She immediately goes to work on his fill-in, an old childhood sweetheart of hers. Unable ... See full summary »
Director: Jack Donohue | Stars: Lucille Ball, Vivian Vance, Gale Gordon, Candy Moore
Votes: 68
35.
Perry Mason (1957–1966)
Episode:
The Case of the Deadly Debt
(1965)
TV-PG | 52 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Danny Talbert, an LA cop, resigns when a mobster he is investigating contacts his family after Danny's dad dies. Danny's brother, Carl, works in his club and has been in trouble before. Danny is seen by Perry leaving the dead man's cabin.
Director: Jesse Hibbs | Stars: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale, William Hopper, William Talman
Votes: 225
36.
Perry Mason (1957–1966)
Episode:
The Case of the Ugly Duckling
(1964)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Alice Trilling can inherit her deceased father's toy company empire only if she marries by her next birthday. Her uncle, who runs the firm, has tried to introduce her to men. He is found dead after arguing with Alice after his latest plan.
Director: Arthur Marks | Stars: Raymond Burr, Barbara Hale, William Hopper, William Talman
Votes: 276
37. Richard Diamond, Private Detective (1956–1960)
30 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Richard Diamond is a suave private investigator who at first walks the mean streets of New York City, then later packs up and moves to Los Angeles, California, where he tools around in a ... See full summary »
Stars: David Janssen, Roxane Brooks, Russ Conway, Regis Toomey
Votes: 282
38. ABC Weekend Specials (1977–1995)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
A youth anthology series focusing primarily on adaptations of children's literature.
Stars: Willie Tyler, Frank Welker, Hal Smith, Janet Waldo
Votes: 351
39. Cain's Hundred (1961–1962)
60 min | Crime, Drama
A former underworld lawyer goes to work for the Federal Government, determined to bring 100 top criminals to justice.
Stars: Peter Mark Richman, Gene Coogan, Eddie Hice, Gavin MacLeod
Votes: 108
40. The Gale Storm Show: Oh! Susanna (1956–1960)
30 min | Comedy
Gale Storm stars in this American sitcom about Susanna Pomery, a cruise director for an ocean liner that travels the world.
Stars: Gale Storm, Zasu Pitts, Roy Roberts, James Fairfax
Votes: 229
41.
The Andy Griffith Show (1960–1968)
Episode:
The Horse Trader
(1961)
TV-G | 26 min | Comedy, Family
Andy's admonishment to Opie about dealing fairly with others "snafus" when he subsequently trumps up a fanciful story to sell a worthless cannon to an out-of-area antiques dealer.
Director: Bob Sweeney | Stars: Andy Griffith, Ron Howard, Elinor Donahue, Don Knotts
Votes: 386
42.
Gunsmoke (1955–1975)
Episode:
Mavis McCloud
(1957)
TV-G | 30 min | Western
On her way to Dodge to marry, Mavis McCloud sends a telegram to the Marshal of Dodge City. Chester and Doc want to know "Is she coming here to marry Matt" or is something else going on?
Director: Buzz Kulik | Stars: James Arness, Dennis Weaver, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake
Votes: 193
43.
Police Story (1973–1980)
Episode:
Year of the Dragon: Part 1
(1975)
60 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Det. John Darrin uses his experience in Chinatown to find the gang members who robbed a restaurant and killed one of the employees.
Director: Virgil W. Vogel | Stars: Robert Culp, Wayne Maunder, Laraine Stephens, Edward Binns
Votes: 31
44.
Quincy M.E. (1976–1983)
Episode:
Requiem for the Living
(1978)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
While working late at the lab Quincy and Sam are taken hostage by syndicate chief Vincent DiNardi. He has been poisoned and wants the two medical examiners to find out how the toxin was administered.
Director: Rowe Wallerstein | Stars: Jack Klugman, Garry Walberg, John S. Ragin, Val Bisoglio
Votes: 115
45.
Richard Diamond, Private Detective (1956–1960)
Episode:
Double Trouble
(1960)
30 min | Action, Crime, Drama
A diplomat hires Diamond to find his missing fiancé, a nightclub singer who has vanished into thin air.
Director: Arthur Hilton | Stars: David Janssen, Russ Conway, Brad Dexter, June Vincent
Votes: 12
46.
Hazel (1961–1966)
Episode:
Hazel's Midas Touch
(1964)
30 min | Comedy
Leo G. Carroll guest stars as a self-made millionaire.
Director: William D. Russell | Stars: Shirley Booth, Don DeFore, Whitney Blake, Bobby Buntrock
Votes: 36
47. The Music Man (1962)
G | 151 min | Comedy, Family, Musical
Traveling con artist Harold Hill targets the naïve residents of a small town in 1910s Iowa by posing as a boys' band leader to raise money before he can skip town.
Director: Morton DaCosta | Stars: Robert Preston, Shirley Jones, Buddy Hackett, Hermione Gingold
Votes: 19,176 | Gross: $14.95M
48. The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis (1959–1963)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Comedy, Family
A young man schemes and attempts to get the "better things in life" mostly popularity, success, and most importantly, girls.
Stars: Dwayne Hickman, Bob Denver, Frank Faylen, Florida Friebus
Votes: 2,058
49. Hawaiian Eye (1959–1963)
60 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
The cases of Hawaiian Eye Private Investigations and the two handsome, slick, tough-guy detectives who ran the firm, Thomas Jefferson Lopaka, or Tom for short, and Tracy Steele, a Korean War veteran and former city police detective.
Stars: Poncie Ponce, Connie Stevens, Douglas Mossman, Robert Conrad
Votes: 688
50. Elmer Gantry (1960)
Approved | 146 min | Drama
A fast-talking traveling salesman with a charming, loquacious manner convinces a sincere evangelist that he can be an effective preacher for her cause.
Director: Richard Brooks | Stars: Burt Lancaster, Jean Simmons, Arthur Kennedy, Dean Jagger
Votes: 12,825 | Gross: $11.34M