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1. Full House (1987–1995)
TV-G | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
A widowed sportscaster raises his three daughters with assistance from his rock and roll brother-in-law and madcap best friend.
Stars: Bob Saget, John Stamos, Dave Coulier, Candace Cameron Bure
Votes: 63,245
2. Sanford and Son (1972–1978)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
The misadventures of a cantankerous junk dealer and his frustrated son.
Stars: Redd Foxx, Demond Wilson, LaWanda Page, Don Bexley
Votes: 10,847
3. Laugh-In (1967–1973)
TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Music
The original rapid fire sketch comedy show.
Stars: Dan Rowan, Dick Martin, Gary Owens, Ruth Buzzi
Votes: 3,675
4. Benson (1979–1986)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family
Jessica Tate's sharp-tongued former butler, Benson DuBois, moves up in the world, becoming first the governor's "director of household affairs," then the state's budget director, then lieutenant governor and candidate for the executive mansion.
Stars: Robert Guillaume, James Noble, Inga Swenson, Missy Gold
Votes: 4,180
5. Ironside (1967–1975)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Wheelchair-using, crime-fighting detective Robert T. Ironside battles the bad guys on the streets of San Francisco.
Stars: Raymond Burr, Don Galloway, Don Mitchell, Barbara Anderson
Votes: 4,110
6. What's Happening!! (1976–1979)
TV-PG | 24 min | Comedy
A trio of black youths learn about life, love, friendship, credit cards, gambling, and a variety of other things while growing up in an inner city.
Stars: Ernest Thomas, Haywood Nelson, Danielle Spencer, Fred Berry
Votes: 4,220
7. Chico and the Man (1974–1978)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy
The relationship between a cranky old mechanic and a twentysomething Chicano.
Stars: Jack Albertson, Scatman Crothers, Freddie Prinze, Della Reese
Votes: 1,232
8. Amen (1986–1991)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Rev. Rueben Gregory, finds dealing with the headstrong, opinionated, and unethical Deacon Ernest Frye--who works as a lawyer when not tending to church business--won't make his job easy.
Stars: Sherman Hemsley, Clifton Davis, Anna Maria Horsford, Roz Ryan
Votes: 2,358
9. The Krofft Supershow (1976–1978)
Family, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
An anthology of live-action fantasy/adventure shows hosted by musical group Kaptain Kool and the Kongs.
Stars: Michael Lembeck, Debra Clinger, Mickey McMeel, Louise DuArt
Votes: 256
10. The Charmings (1987–1988)
30 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy
This sequel to the classic fairy tale finds Snow White and her family transported to, and trying to adjust to, life in 1980s America.
Stars: Christopher Rich, Judy Parfitt, Cork Hubbert, Brandon Call
Votes: 305
11. 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
12. Playboy After Dark (1969–1970)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Hugh Hefner hosts a party at his home with celebrity guests.
Stars: Hugh Hefner, Nanci Roberts, Chris Cranston, Bill Cosby
Votes: 117
13. 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: 134
14. Easy Street (1986–1987)
30 min | Comedy
An elderly hillbilly and his friend are rescued from a life of poverty by a long-lost family member who married into wealth in Beverly Hills, but is now doing social battle with her late husband's snobby family.
Stars: Loni Anderson, Jack Elam, Lee Weaver, Dana Ivey
Votes: 100
15. The Redd Foxx Show (1986)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
An American sitcom starring Redd Foxx as a newsstand owner who adopts a street smart teenage daughter, played by Pamela Adlon. The series premiered January 18, 1986 on the ABC television ... See full summary »
Stars: Redd Foxx, Rosanna DeSoto, Pamela Adlon, Sinbad
Votes: 148
16. The Danny Kaye Show (1963–1967)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Primary focus on the multi-talented Kaye - singing and dancing his way through comedy skits and monologues - assisted by semi-regular guests, singers, dancers and orchestra.
Stars: Danny Kaye, Sally Stevens, Harvey Korman, Joyce Van Patten
Votes: 212
17. Magic Mongo (1977–1978)
15 min | Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
Three teenagers have magical adventures with a genie and often find themselves squaring off against a pair of dimwitted bullies.
Stars: Lennie Weinrib, Helaine Lembeck, Paul Hinckley, Robin Dearden
Votes: 15
18. Just Men! (1983)
30 min | Game-Show
Short-lived game show on NBC daytime. Two female contestant were asked questions about the lifestyles of seven male celebrities in the studio. For example, which of these men owns an ... See full summary »
Stars: Betty White, Steve Day, Steve Sax, Tony Danza
Votes: 37
19. Marblehead Manor (1987–1988)
30 min | Comedy
Randolf Stonehill and Albert Dudley are respectively the third-generation owner of, and the butler for, Marblehead Manor, a mansion someplace in New England, USA. Randolf is also heir to ... See full summary »
Stars: Paxton Whitehead, Linda Thorson, Phil Morris, Rodney Scott Hudson
Votes: 88
20. 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
21. Applause (1973 TV Movie)
100 min | Comedy, Musical
An aspiring actress, whose sugar-coated appearance belies her ruthless drive, worms herself into the life of an aging star and schemes to replace her on the stage as the star of a new play.
Directors: Ron Field, Bill Foster | Stars: Lauren Bacall, Larry Hagman, Penny Fuller, Sarah Marshall
Votes: 189
22. The Jimmy Dean Show (1963–1966)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Country music star Jimmy Dean hosts a comedy-variety show with help from his puppet sidekick, Rowlf the Dog.
Stars: Jimmy Dean, Jim Henson, Chuck Cassey Singers, Rowlf
Votes: 66
23. The Jerry Lewis Show (1967–1969)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Jerry Lewis hosted the variety show that primarily consisted of skits often featuring characters he made known in his movies. Occasionally guests like the Osmond Brothers worked musical numbers into the show's stories.
Stars: Jerry Lewis, Bill Richmond, Henry Corden, Kaye Ballard
Votes: 75
24. AFI Life Achievement Award (1973– )
Documentary
The Award is the highest honor for a career in film and celebrates an individual whose career has greatly contributed to the enrichment of American culture.
Stars: Carole Bayer Sager, George Stevens Jr., Jack Nicholson, Gregory Peck
Votes: 51
25. The Mystery of Al Capone's Vaults (1986 TV Special)
Unrated | 120 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
Journalist Geraldo Rivera hosted this much-hyped live-on-TV opening of gangster Al Capone's secret vault beneath the Lexington Hotel in Chicago, Illinois, USA. After much fanfare, including... See full summary »
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Geraldo Rivera, Al Capone, Doug Llewelyn, Patricia J. Porter
Votes: 119
26. The Don Knotts Show (1970–1971)
60 min | Comedy
Comedy variety series hosted by former "Andy Griffith Show" co-star Don Knotts.
Stars: Don Knotts, Louis Nye, Elaine Joyce, Frank Welker
Votes: 37
27. The Smothers Brothers Show (1975– )
30 min | Comedy, Music
Stars: Tom Smothers, Dick Smothers, Don Novello, Pat Paulsen
Votes: 104
28. Freedom Spectacular (1964 TV Movie)
90 min | Music
All star show in aid of The National Advancement of Colored People Association.
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Cannonball Adderley, Steve Allen, Toni Basil, Ed Begley
Votes: 15
29. Mickie Finn's (1966– )
30 min | Music
Mickie Finn's was a half hour summer replacement variety show co-hosted by Fred Finn (who played piano) and Mickie Finn (his wife, who played banjo).
Stars: Mickie Finn, Fred E. Finn, The Mickie Finn Dancers, The Fred Finn Band
Votes: 11
30. Jimmy Durante Presents the Lennon Sisters (1969–1970)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Comedy/variety show co-hosted by the eponymous Lennon Sisters and Jimmy Durante. This family-oriented variety series tried hard, but high budgets, top-name guests, and the obviously sincere... See full summary »
Stars: Jimmy Durante, The Lennon Sisters, Dianne Lennon, Janet Lennon
Votes: 34
31. The Wacky World of Jonathan Winters (1972–1974)
30 min | Comedy
Improvised sketches by Jonathan Winters with guests augmenting the show.
Stars: Jonathan Winters, Lonette McKee, Michelle DellaFave, The Soul Sisters
Votes: 110
32. The Don Rickles Show - Mr. Warmth (1975 TV Movie)
60 min | Comedy
Dean Martin and his famous guests roast comedian and actor Don Rickles
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Don Rickles, Jack Klugman, Dean Martin, Bob Newhart
33. Paradise (1974 TV Movie)
60 min | Comedy
Directors: Bill Foster, Charles Grodin | Stars: Luther Adler, Joseph Bologna, Ruth Buzzi, Broderick Crawford
Votes: 14
34. Al Capone: Chicago's Scarface (1986 TV Movie)
57 min | Documentary, Biography, Crime
Director: Bill Foster | Star: Geraldo Rivera
35. The 23rd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (1971 TV Special)
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Johnny Carson, Steve Allen, Eve Arden, Lucie Arnaz
Votes: 19
36. The Flip Wilson Special (1974 TV Special)
60 min | Comedy
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Diahann Carroll, Jayne Kennedy, Freddie Prinze, Paul Williams
Votes: 11
37. Ver-r-r-ry Interesting (1971 TV Special)
60 min | Comedy
Arte Johnson hosts his first TV special.
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Bing Crosby, Billy De Wolfe, Joe Flynn, Arte Johnson
38. Just Married! (1985 TV Special)
24 min | Comedy
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Paul Reiser, Gail Edwards, Matt Craven, Kathleen Wilhoite
39. The Doris Mary Anne Kappelhoff Special (1971 TV Special)
51 min | Comedy, Music
A one-hour TV special featuring star Doris Day singing duets with Perry Como, reminiscing with screen costar Rock Hudson, and interacting with several of her own family dogs.
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Doris Day, Perry Como, Rock Hudson
Votes: 114
40. The Dean Martin Summer Show (1966–1967)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Stars: Dan Rowan, Dick Martin, Lainie Kazan, Frankie Randall
Votes: 27
41. The 24th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (1972 TV Special)
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Jenny Agutter, Julie Andrews, Edward Asner, Johnny Carson
Votes: 22
42. Dick Van Dyke Meets Bill Cosby (1970 TV Special)
60 min | Comedy
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Mel Berger, Bill Cosby, Dick Van Dyke
Votes: 11
43. This Week in Nemtim (1972 TV Movie)
30 min | Comedy
Satire about a television report interviews a sage from the land of Nemtim who comments on the news of the day.
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Alex Dreier, Carl Reiner, Edward Asner, Judy Kaye
Votes: 7
44. The Rowan and Martin Special (1973 TV Special)
60 min | Comedy
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Dan Rowan, Dick Martin, Harry Belafonte, Ruby Keeler
45. Handsome Harry's (1985 TV Movie)
30 min | Comedy
NBC comedy pilot about a St. Louis barbershop.
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Scoey Mitchell, Don Bexley, Lew Brown, Michelle Davison
46. The Bert Convy Special: There's a Meeting Here Tonight (1981 TV Special)
60 min | Comedy, Music
A one-hour muscal/comedy special with multiple guest stars, intended as the pilot for a possible variety series to star Bert Convy.
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Bert Convy, Lynn Anderson, Carol Burnett, Conrad Janis
47. 100 Grand (1963)
30 min | Game-Show
One contestant, possessing knowledge in a specific field, was quizzed by a panel of five professional authorities for cash prizes. Players surviving without missing a question then had to ... See full summary »
Stars: Jack Clark, Bill Wendell
48. RCA's Opening Night (1973 TV Special)
52 min | Music
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Edward Asner, Harry Belafonte, Ernest Borgnine, Jack Carter
49.
AFI Life Achievement Award (1973– )
Episode:
AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to James Cagney
(1974)
75 min | Documentary
Actor James Cagney receives the Second Annual AFI Lifetime Achievement Award as co-workers pay tribute and clips from his films are shown.
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: James Cagney, Frank Sinatra, Mae Clarke, Doris Day
Votes: 250
50.
AFI Life Achievement Award (1973– )
Episode:
AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Orson Welles
(1975)
120 min | Documentary
The American Film Institute honours Orson Welles for his contributions to cinema. Hosted by Frank Sinatra.
Director: Bill Foster | Stars: Edgar Bergen, Ingrid Bergman, Peter Bogdanovich, Johnny Carson
Votes: 203