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1. Three's Company (1976–1984)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
The misadventures of two women and one man living in one apartment and their neighbors.
Stars: John Ritter, Joyce DeWitt, Suzanne Somers, Richard Kline
Votes: 17,128
2. Alice (1976–1985)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
The misadventures and trials of an aspiring singer and her co-workers at a greasy-spoon diner.
Stars: Linda Lavin, Vic Tayback, Beth Howland, Philip McKeon
Votes: 5,479
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: 3,664
4. Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy
Nell agrees to look after the Kanisky's home, as a special favor to her dying friend, and takes on the role of housekeeper to widowed police chief Carl and a parental figure to his three teenage daughters, and eventually a foster son.
Stars: Nell Carter, Lara Jill Miller, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 3,685
5. Love, American Style (1969–1974)
60 min | Comedy, Romance
An anthology comedy series featuring a line up of different celebrity guest stars appearing in anywhere from one, two, three, and four short stories or vignettes within an hour about versions of love and romance.
Stars: Stuart Margolin, Barbara Minkus, William Callaway, Mary Grover
Votes: 2,505
6. 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: 1,231
7. We Got It Made (1983–1988)
30 min | Comedy
Mickey Mackenzie is a young lady who works as a maid for David Tucker and Jay Bostwick, two bachelors who live together in a Manhattan apartment.
Stars: Teri Copley, Tom Villard, Ron Karabatsos, Lance Wilson-White
Votes: 160
8. Donny and Marie (1975–1979)
60 min | Music
Long running variety show, featuring the brother-sister singing duo of Donny and Marie Osmond. The first season also featured all of the Osmond families, but Donny and Marie were obviously ... See full summary »
Stars: Donny Osmond, Marie Osmond, Paul Lynde, Ruth Buzzi
Votes: 490
9. Down to Earth (1984–1987)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
After being struck down by a trolley (golly) in 1925, Ethel MacDoogan, a flapper, waits in heaven for a chance to help a family and earn her wings. That chance arrives in the form of the Preston family.
Stars: Carol Mansell, David Kaufman, Kyle Richards, Randy Josselyn
Votes: 86
10. Baby... I'm Back! (1977–1978)
30 min | Comedy
Ray Ellis returns to his wife after seven years of abandonment, only to find she is engaged to another man.
Stars: Demond Wilson, Denise Nicholas, Kim Fields, Tony Holmes
Votes: 122
11. Candid Camera (I) (1960–1975)
30 min | Comedy, Reality-TV
Unsuspecting people are placed in confusing, impossible, embarrassing, ridiculous, and hilarious positions, while their reactions are recorded on a hidden camera.
Stars: Allen Funt, Durward Kirby, Sid Raymond, Dorothy Collins
Votes: 477
12. Busting Loose (1977)
30 min | Comedy
Following his graduation from engineering school, 24-year-old slacker Lenny Markowitz moves into his own rundown apartment (his first time away from home), and next door to a gorgeous older redhead (Melody).
Stars: Adam Arkin, Paul Sylvan, Danny Goldman, Greg Antonacci
Votes: 70
13. Spencer (1984–1985)
30 min | Comedy
Spencer Winger is coping with dealing with his nemesis Mr. Beanley. His bemused parents are supportive, but in a format change, his dad has run off and his grandparents have taken over his room.
Stars: Ronny Cox, Richard Sanders, Amy Locane, Mimi Kennedy
Votes: 94
14. The Joan Rivers Show (1968– )
30 min | Talk-Show
John Rivers interviews different people about different subjects using her humor
Stars: Joan Rivers, Soupy Sales, Steve Lawrence, Rodney Dangerfield
Votes: 56
15. Don't Call Me Mama Anymore (1973 TV Special)
Music
Director: John Moffitt | Stars: Cass Elliot, Dick Van Dyke, Joel Grey, Michelle Phillips
Votes: 10
16. The Paul Lynde Comedy Hour (1977 TV Special)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Director: Sid Smith | Stars: Paul Lynde, Tony Randall, Cloris Leachman, KC & The Sunshine Band
17. America, You're On (1975 TV Movie)
60 min | Comedy
Topical comedy special with the cast portraying a cross section of Americans who air their views on life.
Director: Bill Hobin | Stars: Susan Bay Nimoy, Michael Bell, Vivian Bonnell, Randall Carver
18.
Alice (1976–1985)
Episode:
Jolene Hunnicutt, Dynamite Trucker
(1982)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
The girls help Jolene's buddy drive his rig unaware that it contains dynamite.
Director: Marc Daniels | Stars: Linda Lavin, Vic Tayback, Beth Howland, Philip McKeon
Votes: 59
19.
Alice (1976–1985)
Episode:
My Mother the Landlord
(1982)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Mel's mother buys his apartment building. Mel thinks he'll get his rent free and he ends up with an increase.
Director: Marc Daniels | Stars: Linda Lavin, Vic Tayback, Beth Howland, Philip McKeon
Votes: 55
20.
Alice (1976–1985)
Episode:
Not with My Niece, You Don't
(1982)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Mel gives Tommy romantic advice and then he uses it on his niece.
Director: John Pasquin | Stars: Linda Lavin, Vic Tayback, Beth Howland, Philip McKeon
Votes: 63
21.
Alice (1976–1985)
Episode:
Spell Mel's
(1982)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
In response to a competitor, Mel runs a contest with a $3000 prize.
Director: Marc Daniels | Stars: Linda Lavin, Vic Tayback, Beth Howland, Philip McKeon
Votes: 56
22.
Baby... I'm Back! (1977–1978)
Episode:
A Day at the Races
(1978)
Comedy
Ray takes the children to the race track where precocious young Jordan develops a formula for picking winning horses.
Director: Mark Warren | Stars: Demond Wilson, Denise Nicholas, Kim Fields, Tony Holmes
23.
Baby... I'm Back! (1977–1978)
Episode:
Survival of the Fittest
(1978)
Comedy
Ray and Luzelle think they're following Wallace, Olivia and the kids to a cabin in the mountains not realizing they've returned home due to a snow storm and the two end up stuck in the storm.
Director: Mark Warren | Stars: Demond Wilson, Denise Nicholas, Kim Fields, Tony Holmes
24.
Baby... I'm Back! (1977–1978)
Episode:
Olivia's Job Offer
(1978)
Comedy
Director: Mark Warren | Stars: Demond Wilson, Denise Nicholas, Kim Fields, Tony Holmes
25.
Baby... I'm Back! (1977–1978)
Episode:
You Bet Your Wife
(1978)
30 min | Comedy
Olivia disguises herself as a French temptress to win a bet with Ray regarding Wallace's fidelity.
Director: Mark Warren | Stars: Demond Wilson, Denise Nicholas, Kim Fields, Tony Holmes
26.
Baby... I'm Back! (1977–1978)
Episode:
Beat by a Drum
(1978)
Comedy
Ray tries to make up for his years away by being overly generous with his children. When Jordan wants a drum set Ray decides to purchase one over the objections of ex-wife Olivia.
Director: Asaad Kelada | Stars: Demond Wilson, Denise Nicholas, Kim Fields, Tony Holmes
27.
Baby... I'm Back! (1977–1978)
Episode:
Like Father, Unlike Son
(1978)
Comedy
Angie moves into brother Jordan's bedroom after her grandmother's insomnia drives her away. Jordan reacts by relocating upstairs with father Ray. To get his peace and quiet back Ray tries to remedy the situation.
Director: Mark Warren | Stars: Demond Wilson, Denise Nicholas, Kim Fields, Tony Holmes
28.
Baby... I'm Back! (1977–1978)
Episode:
Farewell to Boyish Charm
(1978)
Comedy
Ray Ellis attempts to make his wife jealous by bringing another woman home to his apartment.
Director: Nick Havinga | Stars: Demond Wilson, Denise Nicholas, Kim Fields, Tony Holmes
29.
Chico and the Man (1974–1978)
Episode:
A Matter of Privacy
(1977)
TV-G | Comedy
A lesson about eavesdropping leads to Ed opening a package addressed to Raul.
Director: Jack Donohue | Stars: Jack Albertson, Scatman Crothers, Gabriel Melgar, Della Reese
Votes: 10
30.
Donny and Marie (1975–1979)
Episode:
Episode #1.8
(1976)
Music
Directors: Art Fisher, Perry Rosemond | Stars: Donny Osmond, Marie Osmond, Milton Berle, Billie Hayes
31.
Donny and Marie (1975–1979)
Episode:
Episode #1.0
(1975)
60 min | Music
Bob Hope, Kate Smith, Paul Lynde and Lee Majors. The Shipstad & Johnson Ice Follies perform.
Directors: Art Fisher, Perry Rosemond | Stars: Donny Osmond, Marie Osmond, Henry Brock, Bob Hope
32.
Donny and Marie (1975–1979)
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(1976)
Music
Directors: Art Fisher, Perry Rosemond | Stars: Donny Osmond, Marie Osmond, Bruce Kimmel, Jimmie 'JJ' Walker
33.
Donny and Marie (1975–1979)
Episode:
Episode #1.13
(1976)
Music
Directors: Art Fisher, Perry Rosemond | Stars: Donny Osmond, Marie Osmond, Jack Albertson, Barbara Eden
34.
Donny and Marie (1975–1979)
Episode:
Episode #2.3
(1976)
60 min | Music
Directors: Art Fisher, Perry Rosemond | Stars: Donny Osmond, Marie Osmond, Ruth Buzzi, Chad Everett
35.
Donny and Marie (1975–1979)
Episode:
Episode #2.5
(1976)
Music
Directors: Art Fisher, Perry Rosemond | Stars: Donny Osmond, Marie Osmond, Roz Kelly, Bruce Kimmel
36.
Donny and Marie (1975–1979)
Episode:
Episode #3.7
(1977)
Music
Directors: Art Fisher, Perry Rosemond | Stars: Donny Osmond, Marie Osmond, Ruth Buzzi, Bob Hope
37.
Donny and Marie (1975–1979)
Episode:
Episode #3.14
(1978)
Music
Directors: Art Fisher, Perry Rosemond | Stars: Donny Osmond, Marie Osmond, Cheryl Ladd, Lassie
38.
Donny and Marie (1975–1979)
Episode:
Episode #4.3
(1978)
Music
Directors: Art Fisher, Perry Rosemond | Stars: Donny Osmond, Marie Osmond, Kylene Barker, Dennis Falt
39.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Brother Ed and the Hooker
(1982)
TV-PG | Comedy
The Chief doesn't approve when his brother Ed has a date with a woman who used to be a prostitute.
Director: John Pasquin | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 25
40.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Eddie Gets Married
(1983)
TV-PG | Comedy
Uncle Ed asks his girlfriend Maxine to marry him.
Director: Oz Scott | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 20
41.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Grandpa Robs a Bank
(1983)
TV-PG | Comedy
At the bank, Grandpa is confused for a bank robber.
Director: Tony Singletary | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 25
42.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Glenlawn Street Blues
(1983)
TV-PG | Comedy
Nell takes Samantha to the police station to show her that their real day-to-day functions bear no resemblance to what she sees on her favorite TV cop shows.
Director: Jim Drake | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 24
43.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Katie Steals Julie's Jock
(1982)
TV-PG | Comedy
Katie and Julie clash over a boy they both like.
Director: Jim Drake | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 28
44.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Love Thy Neighbor
(1982)
TV-PG | Comedy
Nell goes to court when a neighbor's dog becomes a nuisance.
Director: Jim Drake | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 26
45.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Love, Kidney
(1983)
TV-PG | Comedy
When Uncle Ed falls ill suddenly, he learns that he needs a kidney transplant from a relative, so he asks the Chief to donate his kidney.
Director: Linda Day | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 23
46.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Nell Gets Sick
(1983)
TV-PG | Comedy
Grandma Kanisky takes over the household while Nell is sick.
Director: John Bowab | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 23
47.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Nell Goes Door to Door
(1982)
TV-PG | Comedy
Nell gets a job selling Amaze-O-Vac vacuum cleaners door to door, finding out too late about the shoddy quality of the product.
Director: Linda Day | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 24
48.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Nell Goes to Jail
(1982)
TV-PG | Comedy
When the Kaniskys' phone service is mistakenly cut off for non-payment (it was supposed to be a Chinese woman), Nell clashes with the service representative at the phone company.
Director: Jim Drake | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 44
49.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Nell and the Kid
(1983)
TV-PG | Comedy
A delicatessen owner takes in a young girl who tried to shoplift from him.
Director: Oz Scott | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 32
50.
Gimme a Break! (1981–1987)
Episode:
Porko's II
(1982)
TV-PG | Comedy
Dr. George Avery, founder of the diet group People Organized to Reduce and Kick Obesity (PORKO), gives a speech at one of Nell's meetings. Having gained back a significant amount of weight,... See full summary »
Director: Jim Drake | Stars: Nell Carter, Dolph Sweet, Kari Michaelsen, Lauri Hendler
Votes: 33