Connections
Followed by
Bonanza: The Next Generation (1988)
(TV Movie)
Bonanza: The Return (1993)
(TV Movie)
Bonanza: Under Attack (1995)
(TV Movie)
Referenced in
The Directors: The Films of William Friedkin
(TV Episode)
The Flintstones: Sheriff for a Day (1965)
(TV Episode)
The Cartrocks (Cartwrights) help Fred and Barney fight outlaws in a western town.
The Cartrocks (Cartwrights) help Fred and Barney fight outlaws in a western town.
The Munsters: Herman's Raise (1965)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Lily and Herman
Mentioned by Lily and Herman
The Munsters: Herman Picks a Winner (1966)
(TV Episode)
Referenced by Marylin
Referenced by Marylin
Gilligan's Island: The Postman Cometh (1966)
(TV Episode)
Mr. Howell says the Skipper is big enough to be the Ponderosa
Mr. Howell says the Skipper is big enough to be the Ponderosa
Hoy como ayer (1966)
Mentioned by the maid played by Gracita Morales.
Mentioned by the maid played by Gracita Morales.
I Spy: Sophia (1966)
(TV Episode)
Robinson and Scott are stranded on a country road in Italy. A woman on a horse approaches their broken down vehicle, and Robinson quips, "We're closer to the Ponderosa than I thought."
Robinson and Scott are stranded on a country road in Italy. A woman on a horse approaches their broken down vehicle, and Robinson quips, "We're closer to the Ponderosa than I thought."
The Spy with a Cold Nose (1966)
Stanley Farquhar lives at the 'ponderosa', complete with Bonanza theme
Stanley Farquhar lives at the 'ponderosa', complete with Bonanza theme
Getting Into Heaven (1970)
there's an ad for this series show on the streets in one shot
there's an ad for this series show on the streets in one shot
Speedy Gonzales - noin 7 veljeksen poika (1970)
References this TV show.
References this TV show.
Seven Years of Marriage (1972)
Mentioned by Efi
Mentioned by Efi
Man About the House: How Does Your Garden Grow (1975)
(TV Episode)
Chrissy's Lawn Green fertilizer reminds Jo of the series' star.
Chrissy's Lawn Green fertilizer reminds Jo of the series' star.
Norma Rae (1979)
Saturday Night Live: Buck Henry/Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (1979)
(TV Episode)
Title mentioned by Father Guido Sarducci during Weekend Update
Title mentioned by Father Guido Sarducci during Weekend Update
Werner Herzog Eats His Shoe (1980)
Mentioned by Herzog.
Mentioned by Herzog.
Saturday Night Live: Rod Stewart (1981)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Rod at the funeral
Mentioned by Rod at the funeral
Diner (1982)
dialogue
dialogue
Saturday Night Live: Blythe Danner/Rickie Lee Jones (1982)
(TV Episode)
Joe Piscopo dresses as Pa Cartwright during Lorne Greene For Alpo ad
Joe Piscopo dresses as Pa Cartwright during Lorne Greene For Alpo ad
They Call Me Bruce? (1982)
48 Hrs. (1982)
De weg: Iemand die me begrijpt (1983)
(TV Episode)
Arie has named his horse 'Bonanza'
Arie has named his horse 'Bonanza'
Cheers: Someone Single, Someone Blue (1983)
(TV Episode)
Glen (Paul Willson) sings the theme song from Bonanza.
Glen (Paul Willson) sings the theme song from Bonanza.
Saturday Night Live: Joan Rivers/Musical Youth (1983)
(TV Episode)
Referenced on the david susskind show
Referenced on the david susskind show
Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983)
Splash (1984)
Top Secret! (1984)
The A-Team: Sheriffs of Rivertown (1984)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Murdock
Mentioned by Murdock
Amazing Stories: Fine Tuning (1985)
(TV Episode)
Little Joe and the theme are referenced
Little Joe and the theme are referenced
Saturday Night Live: Teri Garr/Dream Academy/The Cult (1985)
(TV Episode)
Referenced during Weekend Update
Referenced during Weekend Update
Saturday Night Live: Jay Leno/The Neville Brothers (1986)
(TV Episode)
Referenced on Weekend update
Referenced on Weekend update
Perfect Strangers: A Christmas Story (1986)
(TV Episode)
When Balki says "That's no angel, that's Little Joe Cartwright", he refers to Michael Landon's role on Bonanza.
When Balki says "That's no angel, that's Little Joe Cartwright", he refers to Michael Landon's role on Bonanza.
Tin Men (1987)
Discussed by the characters at different times
Discussed by the characters at different times
ALF: It Isn't Easy... Bein' Green (1987)
(TV Episode)
Willie: "Say, will you turn that off?" ALF: "Now? 'Bonanza' is just coming on. Kate: "ALF, you've seen 'Bonanza' a hundred times." ALF: "I know, but this is one of the lost episodes." Willie: "Please turn that off." ALF: "Fine. It's lost forever."
Willie: "Say, will you turn that off?" ALF: "Now? 'Bonanza' is just coming on. Kate: "ALF, you've seen 'Bonanza' a hundred times." ALF: "I know, but this is one of the lost episodes." Willie: "Please turn that off." ALF: "Fine. It's lost forever."
The Squeeze (1987)
In his first scene, Michael Keaton is humming the theme from Bonanza. Afterwards he makes several funny observations about the show.
In his first scene, Michael Keaton is humming the theme from Bonanza. Afterwards he makes several funny observations about the show.
Sledge Hammer!: The Death of a Few Salesmen (1987)
(TV Episode)
Sledge calls Cody a "Bonanza reject"
Sledge calls Cody a "Bonanza reject"
It's Garry Shandling's Show.: It's Garry and Angelica's Show: Part 1 (1987)
(TV Episode)
Title mentioned
Title mentioned
Saturday Night Live: Tom Hanks/Keith Richards (1988)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned during Jew, not a jew
Mentioned during Jew, not a jew
ALF: Changes (1988)
(TV Episode)
...Bonanza, ...
...Bonanza, ...
The Wonder Years: Christmas (1988)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Wayne.
Mentioned by Wayne.
Only Fools and Horses....: Dates (1988)
(TV Episode)
Del compares his love life to Little Joe Cartwright's.
Del compares his love life to Little Joe Cartwright's.
It's Garry Shandling's Show.: Home Sweet Home (1988)
(TV Episode)
title mentioned
title mentioned
Mystery Science Theater 3000: SST: Death Flight (1989)
(TV Episode)
Servo: "Tell Hoss to stay out of the kitchen!"
Servo: "Tell Hoss to stay out of the kitchen!"
Cheers: The Cranemakers (1989)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Cliff.
Mentioned by Cliff.
Quantum Leap: How the Tess Was Won - August 5, 1956 (1989)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Sam - "This would never happen on Bonanza"
Mentioned by Sam - "This would never happen on Bonanza"
UHF (1989)
Who's the Boss?: I Dream of Genealogy (1990)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Mona
Mentioned by Mona
The Golden Girls: Wham, Bam, Thank You, Mammy (1990)
(TV Episode)
The theme song is heard in this episode.
The theme song is heard in this episode.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Rocket Attack U.S.A. (1990)
(TV Episode)
Joel: "It's the beginning of 'Bonanza.'"
Joel: "It's the beginning of 'Bonanza.'"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Ring of Terror (1990)
(TV Episode)
Crow: "You hold 'em down, Hoss, Little Joe."
Crow: "You hold 'em down, Hoss, Little Joe."
De Dageraad: Aflevering 18 (1991)
(TV Episode)
Several characters mockingly sing the Bonanza theme tune
Several characters mockingly sing the Bonanza theme tune
Driving Me Crazy (1991)
Mentioned by Gunther.
Mentioned by Gunther.
City Slickers (1991)
The "Bonanza" theme is sung when the herd is brought home.
The "Bonanza" theme is sung when the herd is brought home.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Gamera vs. Barugon (1991)
(TV Episode)
"Hey, it's the start of Bonanza"
"Hey, it's the start of Bonanza"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Time of the Apes (1991)
(TV Episode)
Joel: "Get back to the Ponderosa; tell Hoss we're in trouble!"
Joel: "Get back to the Ponderosa; tell Hoss we're in trouble!"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Gamera vs. Gaos (1991)
(TV Episode)
Joel: "Hoss! Little Joe!"
Joel: "Hoss! Little Joe!"
Blobermouth (1991)
The Gambler Returns: The Luck of the Draw (1991)
(TV Movie)
"That would be a real bonanza for me."
"That would be a real bonanza for me."
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Teenage Caveman (1991)
(TV Episode)
referenced by Joel
referenced by Joel
Quantum Leap: The Last Gunfighter - November 28, 1957 (1992)
(TV Episode)
Al tells Sam that he saw a lead cast member from this show.
Al tells Sam that he saw a lead cast member from this show.
Doug: Doug's Secret Adnmirer/Doug's on TV (1992)
(TV Episode)
Doug acquires the nickname "Hoss"
Doug acquires the nickname "Hoss"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Hercules and the Captive Women (1992)
(TV Episode)
Crow: "Bonanza"
Crow: "Bonanza"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Human Duplicators (1992)
(TV Episode)
Crow hums part of the "Bonanza" theme.
Crow hums part of the "Bonanza" theme.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III (1993)
"I think I saw this on "Bonanza" once."
"I think I saw this on "Bonanza" once."
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Magic Voyage of Sinbad (1993)
(TV Episode)
Crow hums the "Bonanza" theme.
Crow hums the "Bonanza" theme.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Operation Double 007 (1993)
(TV Episode)
Crow: Kinda like watching Bonanza in reverse
Crow: Kinda like watching Bonanza in reverse
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Mitchell (1993)
(TV Episode)
Crow and Tom sing the "words" to the theme music.
Crow and Tom sing the "words" to the theme music.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Santa Claus (1993)
(TV Episode)
Servo hums the theme.
Servo hums the theme.
Blank Check (1994)
Henry compared the horse drawn carridge on the street to something straight out of this show.
Henry compared the horse drawn carridge on the street to something straight out of this show.
Jimmy Hollywood (1994)
Jimmy says to William, "Hey, Lorne Greene didn't happen in his 20s, or even in his 30s. All of a sudden, boom, the guy shows up on Bonanza he's got white hair".
Jimmy says to William, "Hey, Lorne Greene didn't happen in his 20s, or even in his 30s. All of a sudden, boom, the guy shows up on Bonanza he's got white hair".
The Stand (1994)
(TV Mini-Series)
Stu calls Denniger "Hoss"
Stu calls Denniger "Hoss"
North (1994)
A musical number in the film is set to the theme song of "Bonanza"
A musical number in the film is set to the theme song of "Bonanza"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Creeping Terror (1994)
(TV Episode)
Mike: Apparantly, Dan Blocker had been there.
Mike: Apparantly, Dan Blocker had been there.
The Nanny: Everybody Needs a Bubby (1994)
(TV Episode)
When Maxwell inquires how Fran's father reacted to her telling him that she hates him, she says, "Who the hell knows? He couldn't hear a damn thing over that Bonanza theme blasting in the background".
When Maxwell inquires how Fran's father reacted to her telling him that she hates him, she says, "Who the hell knows? He couldn't hear a damn thing over that Bonanza theme blasting in the background".
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Last of the Wild Horses (1994)
(TV Episode)
starring the Mandrill Sisters
starring the Mandrill Sisters
Mystery Science Theater 3000: San Francisco International (1994)
(TV Episode)
Mike: "Little Joe and I will try to rope the plane."
Mike: "Little Joe and I will try to rope the plane."
Pet Shop (1994)
Joe complains that the redecorated house looks like the Ponderosa.
Joe complains that the redecorated house looks like the Ponderosa.
William Shatner's Star Trek Memories (1995)
(Video)
Title mentioned by William Shatner
Title mentioned by William Shatner
Now and Then (1995)
It Takes Two (1995)
The Nanny: The Unkindest Gift (1995)
(TV Episode)
Fran sings the show's theme song.
Fran sings the show's theme song.
The Nanny: A Pup in Paris (1996)
(TV Episode)
C.C. mentions the character, Hop Sing.
C.C. mentions the character, Hop Sing.
That Thing You Do! (1996)
Frasier: A Cranes' Critique (1996)
(TV Episode)
Marty talks about the characters of the series.
Marty talks about the characters of the series.
The Simpsons: The Homer They Fall (1996)
(TV Episode)
Two of the stars of Bonanza do an appearance at the mall in costume, talk about the show and the theme tune plays twice.
Two of the stars of Bonanza do an appearance at the mall in costume, talk about the show and the theme tune plays twice.
The Pest (1997)
Life is All You Get (1997)
Twin Town (1997)
Bryn Cartwright's home is named The Ponderosa after the Cartwrights' ranch in Bonanza
Bryn Cartwright's home is named The Ponderosa after the Cartwrights' ranch in Bonanza
Mystery Science Theater 3000: I Was a Teenage Werewolf (1997)
(TV Episode)
"We gotta film and it's starring Mi-chal Landon"
"We gotta film and it's starring Mi-chal Landon"
Mean Guns (1997)
The show is mentioned by Barbie, and there is also a character named Hoss.
The show is mentioned by Barbie, and there is also a character named Hoss.
Everybody Loves Raymond: Anniversary (1997)
(TV Episode)
Robert mentions Ray watching the show as a child
Robert mentions Ray watching the show as a child
Law & Order: Castoff (1998)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned during the trial as an example of violent television.
Mentioned during the trial as an example of violent television.
Lukas: Schatten der Vergangenheit (1998)
(TV Episode)
Lukas mentions the series.
Lukas mentions the series.
FernGully 2: The Magical Rescue (1998)
(Video)
Batty calls out to Hoss and Little Joe
Batty calls out to Hoss and Little Joe
Lukas: Steueraffäre (1998)
(TV Episode)
Lukas calls Ludwig "Hop Sing".
Lukas calls Ludwig "Hop Sing".
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Final Sacrifice (1998)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by name when a fire burns a hole in a map.
Mentioned by name when a fire burns a hole in a map.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Quest of the Delta Knights (1998)
(TV Episode)
"Bonanza, now in femmy clothes."
"Bonanza, now in femmy clothes."
That '70s Show: The Pill (1999)
(TV Episode)
Donna says that Kitty and Red are watching Bonanza.
Donna says that Kitty and Red are watching Bonanza.
Stir of Echoes (1999)
Three to Tango (1999)
Lukas: Die gekaufte Braut (1999)
(TV Episode)
The character Hop Sing gets mentioned.
The character Hop Sing gets mentioned.
The David Cassidy Story (2000)
(TV Movie)
There is a reference to this show.
There is a reference to this show.
What's Cooking? (2000)
The Tigger Movie (2000)
The Family Man (2000)
Donnie Darko (2001)
Hangman (2001)
(TV Movie)
Nickname 'Little Joe' is from Bonanza series. Little Joe explains that in the movie.
Nickname 'Little Joe' is from Bonanza series. Little Joe explains that in the movie.
Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows (2001)
(TV Movie)
Ponterosa (2001)
theme music
theme music
Angel: Belonging (2001)
(TV Episode)
Angel: "Right. Lorne Green. Bonanza? Fifteen years on the air not mean anything to anyone here?"
Angel: "Right. Lorne Green. Bonanza? Fifteen years on the air not mean anything to anyone here?"
The Directors: The Films of Robert Altman (2001)
(TV Episode)
Futurama: Where the Buggalo Roam (2002)
(TV Episode)
Bender sings a song to the theme tune from Bonanza.
Bender sings a song to the theme tune from Bonanza.
Law & Order: Criminal Intent: Homo Homini Lupis (2002)
(TV Episode)
Someone has a cell phone with the theme song as a ringtone. Also, he likes to be referred to as "Little Joe".
Someone has a cell phone with the theme song as a ringtone. Also, he likes to be referred to as "Little Joe".
Scrubs: My Hero (2002)
(TV Episode)
The Todd, in his mind, hums about surgery to the tune of the "Bonanza" theme.
The Todd, in his mind, hums about surgery to the tune of the "Bonanza" theme.
Smothered: The Censorship Struggles of the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour (2002)
(TV Movie)
The Last Shot (2004)
Steven's brother and father re-enact scenes from the show in a "Bonanza" stage show.
Steven's brother and father re-enact scenes from the show in a "Bonanza" stage show.
Saturday Night Live: The Best of Tom Hanks (2004)
(TV Movie)
Mentioned during Jew, not a jew
Mentioned during Jew, not a jew
The Rutles 2: Can't Buy Me Lunch (2004)
(TV Special)
Mentioned by Conan O'Brien
Mentioned by Conan O'Brien
Cowgirl (2004)
The gangster boss' boat is called 'Ponderosa' and his three sons constantly refer to him as 'Pa'.
The gangster boss' boat is called 'Ponderosa' and his three sons constantly refer to him as 'Pa'.
Strongbad_email.exe: Disc Four (2005)
(Video)
In "Pizzaz", the Easter egg at the end of the toon shows a concept for a TV show called "The Strong Bad", whose theme song shares many traits with the show's
In "Pizzaz", the Easter egg at the end of the toon shows a concept for a TV show called "The Strong Bad", whose theme song shares many traits with the show's
The Simpsons: The Girl Who Slept Too Little (2005)
(TV Episode)
Shown on tv
Shown on tv
Budd Boetticher: A Man Can Do That (2005)
(TV Movie)
mentioned by Paul Schrader
mentioned by Paul Schrader
Lost: Fire + Water (2006)
(TV Episode)
In one scene Sawyer calls Hurley "Hoss".
In one scene Sawyer calls Hurley "Hoss".
Drake & Josh: Little Sibling (2006)
(TV Episode)
Referenced by Drake as he recalls visiting senior citizens in a retirement home.
Referenced by Drake as he recalls visiting senior citizens in a retirement home.
Boston Legal: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (2006)
(TV Episode)
Alan says to Denise: "Suddenly I feel like wacthing 'Bonanza'."
Alan says to Denise: "Suddenly I feel like wacthing 'Bonanza'."
Die Hochstapler (2006)
Mentioned in interview by Jürgen Harksen.
Mentioned in interview by Jürgen Harksen.
The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)
Title mentioned by character
Title mentioned by character
Dancing with the Stars: Episode #6.5 (2007)
(TV Episode)
In a segment on David Graham and Eliza Campagna's rehearsal, the theme music from this title is played when Eliza takes David on a horse ride.
In a segment on David Graham and Eliza Campagna's rehearsal, the theme music from this title is played when Eliza takes David on a horse ride.
Mad Men: New Amsterdam (2007)
(TV Episode)
Don says that the advert will look better when it's breaking up Bonanaza.
Don says that the advert will look better when it's breaking up Bonanaza.
Dan in Real Life (2007)
Dan tells Marie that he had a Bonanza lunchbox as a child.
Dan tells Marie that he had a Bonanza lunchbox as a child.
Neues aus der Anstalt: Episode #2.1 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Gets compared to the political situation of Finland.
Gets compared to the political situation of Finland.
Muchachada nui: Episode #2.5 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by characters
Mentioned by characters
Filth: The Mary Whitehouse Story (2008)
(TV Movie)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
The Rocker (2008)
Manager refers to Hoss from this series.
Manager refers to Hoss from this series.
RocknRolla (2008)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
Dancing with the Stars: Episode #8.4 (2008)
(TV Episode)
The theme music from this title is played when Charli Delaney takes Csaba Szmirnai horseriding.
The theme music from this title is played when Charli Delaney takes Csaba Szmirnai horseriding.
Feast III: The Happy Finish (2009)
(Video)
someone is called "Hoss"
someone is called "Hoss"
Lost in Galicia (2009)
A couple of the scenes are centered around the characters discussing Bonanza and humming its theme.
A couple of the scenes are centered around the characters discussing Bonanza and humming its theme.
How I Met Your Mother: Right Place Right Time (2009)
(TV Episode)
Robin calls Ted "Hoss".
Robin calls Ted "Hoss".
NCIS: Semper Fidelis (2009)
(TV Episode)
Fornell calls Gibbs "Hoss" at one point
Fornell calls Gibbs "Hoss" at one point
The Captain's Summit (2009)
(Video)
Johnathan Frakes mentions watching this show.
Johnathan Frakes mentions watching this show.
Land of the Lost (2009)
Marshall is called Hoss
Marshall is called Hoss
Couples Retreat (2009)
The resort-staffs spare-time-hall is called The Ponderosa, Dave asks when Hoss and Little Joe will be there
The resort-staffs spare-time-hall is called The Ponderosa, Dave asks when Hoss and Little Joe will be there
Jeopardy!: Million Dollar Celebrity Invitational Quarterfinal 2 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Subject of a $1,200 clue in the category "TV Sole Dads"
Subject of a $1,200 clue in the category "TV Sole Dads"
Nip/Tuck: Jenny Juggs (2009)
(TV Episode)
"Little Joe on Bonanza"
"Little Joe on Bonanza"
The Jay Leno Show: Episode #1.64 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Tim McGraw sings part of the theme song
Tim McGraw sings part of the theme song
From Paris with Love (2010)
wax calls reese 'hoss" several times
wax calls reese 'hoss" several times
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #18.32 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Jay compares Tracy Morgan having three sons to Ben Cartwright on the show
Jay compares Tracy Morgan having three sons to Ben Cartwright on the show
My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic: Applebuck Season (2010)
(TV Episode)
The first stampede scene features Bonanza theme music
The first stampede scene features Bonanza theme music
My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic: Swarm of the Century (2010)
(TV Episode)
The scene in which Applejack uses her herding skills to collect together the parasprites features the theme song to Bonanza
The scene in which Applejack uses her herding skills to collect together the parasprites features the theme song to Bonanza
Pioneers of Television: Westerns (2011)
(TV Episode)
David Dortort is a pioneer of television westerns with "Bonanza".
David Dortort is a pioneer of television westerns with "Bonanza".
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.132 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Jay says Paul Reiser's sons are very different, like Hoss and Little Joe from the show
Jay says Paul Reiser's sons are very different, like Hoss and Little Joe from the show
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.145 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Jay says the show was reportedly Osama Bin Laden's favorite show
Jay says the show was reportedly Osama Bin Laden's favorite show
My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic: The Last Roundup (2012)
(TV Episode)
The music behind AJ's practice run in the Cold Open is a slightly adjusted version of this show's theme.
The music behind AJ's practice run in the Cold Open is a slightly adjusted version of this show's theme.
Late Show with David Letterman: Episode #20.14 (2012)
(TV Episode)
From "Top Ten Characteristics of the Newly Discovered Monkey": "8. Hates bananas; Loves "Bonanza""
From "Top Ten Characteristics of the Newly Discovered Monkey": "8. Hates bananas; Loves "Bonanza""
Tales from the Warner Bros. Lot (2013)
mentioned during tour of backlot
mentioned during tour of backlot
Archer: Once Bitten (2013)
(TV Episode)
Ray admits that his dream man is Lorne Greene from this show.
Ray admits that his dream man is Lorne Greene from this show.
Jeopardy!: Episode #29.136 (2013)
(TV Episode)
Clue in category 1960's Television
Clue in category 1960's Television
Featured in
Splash (1984)
Michael Landon: Memories with Laughter and Love (1991)
(Video)
Opening theme is shown overlaid with related 'TV Guide' covers, plus numerous clips are shown.
Opening theme is shown overlaid with related 'TV Guide' covers, plus numerous clips are shown.
Michael Landon (1997)
(TV Movie)
Happy Now (2001)
Max & Nicky watch it on TV
Max & Nicky watch it on TV
Brilliant But Cancelled (2002)
(TV Movie)
NBC 75th Anniversary Special (2002)
(TV Special)
TV Guide's 50 Best Shows of All Time: A 50th Anniversary Celebration (2002)
(TV Special)
"Bonanza" is #43.
"Bonanza" is #43.
Postcards: Episode #8.7 (2006)
(TV Episode)
Some clips from the opening sequence of this series are played during a story that visits the location used for "The Ponderosa".
Some clips from the opening sequence of this series are played during a story that visits the location used for "The Ponderosa".
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 17 April 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
This show is referenced by name.
This show is referenced by name.
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 18 April 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Featured in the 'American TV Icon' segment with show expert Andrew J. Klyde.
Featured in the 'American TV Icon' segment with show expert Andrew J. Klyde.
Flipped (2010)
The Loski family is seen watching it
The Loski family is seen watching it
Spoofed in
The Monkees: Monkees in Texas (1967)
(TV Episode)
Spoofed as the Cartwheel family: Ben, Mule and Little Moe
Spoofed as the Cartwheel family: Ben, Mule and Little Moe
The Benny Hill Show: Cinema: The Vintage Years (1971)
(TV Episode)
Parodied within international bloopers sketch.
Parodied within international bloopers sketch.
Finlandisation (1974)
(TV Movie)
Spoofs the opening theme
Spoofs the opening theme
Repossessed (1990)
Manitou's Shoe (2001)
Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004)
spoofs opening credits of show, with Bush, Cheney, Blair, and Rumsfeld taking the place of the Cartwrights
spoofs opening credits of show, with Bush, Cheney, Blair, and Rumsfeld taking the place of the Cartwrights
The Last Shot (2004)
The show features a Bonanza reenactment team of lookalikes performing for tourists.
The show features a Bonanza reenactment team of lookalikes performing for tourists.
The Simpsons: We're on the Road to D'owhere (2006)
(TV Episode)
The Couch Gag is a parody of the opening of Bonanza. A map of Springfield is on-screen; a hole is burnt through it and the family ride from the distance on horseback.
The Couch Gag is a parody of the opening of Bonanza. A map of Springfield is on-screen; a hole is burnt through it and the family ride from the distance on horseback.
The Simpsons: Rome-old and Juli-eh (2007)
(TV Episode)
Opening gag with burning map, chararters on horseback and Bonanza theme playing
Opening gag with burning map, chararters on horseback and Bonanza theme playing
Supernatural: Frontierland (2011)
(TV Episode)
opening credits done in the same style
opening credits done in the same style
The Simpsons: The Real Housewives of Fat Tony (2011)
(TV Episode)
New Jersey map burns as theme plays
New Jersey map burns as theme plays
