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1.
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992–2014)
Episode:
Episode #2.177
(1993)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Stars: Edd Hall, Bruce Hornsby, Jack Lemmon, Jay Leno
Votes: 14
2. Johnny Cash and Friends (1976– )
48 min | Music
Variety show starring Johnny Cash, wife June Carter with many guest stars.
Stars: Steve Martin, Jim Varney, Tanya Tucker, Roy Clark
Votes: 48
3.
Fernwood Tonight (1977)
Episode:
Battery Powered Car
(1977)
Comedy, Talk-Show
Virgil Simms invents battery-powered car; Dr. Emanuel Kazinski discusses gays.
Stars: Martin Mull, Jim Varney, Fred Willard
Votes: 17
4. The Simpsons (1989– )
TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Comedy
The satiric adventures of a working-class family in the misfit city of Springfield.
Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Nancy Cartwright, Harry Shearer, Julie Kavner
Votes: 436,289
5. Fernwood Tonight (1977)
30 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Set in the fictional small town of Fernwood, OH, the show parodies real talk shows, complete with a stage band, as well as the sort of fare one might expect from a small-town locally produced television program.
Stars: Martin Mull, Fred Willard, Frank De Vol, Tommy Tedesco
Votes: 795
6.
Ed's Night Party (1995–2006)
Episode:
Episode dated 10 October 1997
(1997)
Comedy, Talk-Show
Star: Jim Varney
Votes: 6
7.
Fernwood Tonight (1977)
Episode:
Getting the Most from Your Warranty
(1977)
Comedy, Talk-Show
Virgil Simms discusses how to get the most out of your car warranty; man who worked 42 years as men's room attendant is interviewed.
Stars: Martin Mull, Jim Varney, Fred Willard
Votes: 16
8. 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
9. The Magical World of Disney (1954–1997)
TV-G | 120 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
A Disney-produced anthology covering many different genres.
Stars: Walt Disney, Paul Frees, Clarence Nash, Slim Pickens
Votes: 2,290
10. America 2-Night (1978)
30 min | Comedy
In the second-season version of "Fernwood 2Nite," the small-time talk show from Fernwood, Ohio has moved to Alta Coma, California, where it has taken on a more national flavor. This satire ... See full summary »
Stars: Martin Mull, Fred Willard, Bill Kirchenbauer, Frank De Vol
Votes: 347
11. Toy Story (1995)
G | 81 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
A cowboy doll is profoundly threatened and jealous when a new spaceman action figure supplants him as top toy in a boy's bedroom.
Director: John Lasseter | Stars: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Don Rickles, Jim Varney
Votes: 1,069,431 | Gross: $191.80M
12.
America 2-Night (1978)
Episode:
Falafel-on-a-Stick
(1978)
Comedy
Baby Irene sings and dances; Susan Cloud talks about what's been happening in her life; president of UBS, Gen. G. W. Ungerwitter discusses how station should continue airing America 2Night in the event of a nuclear attack.
Stars: Martin Mull, Jim Varney, Fred Willard
Votes: 9
13.
America 2-Night (1978)
Episode:
The UBS Story
(1978)
Comedy
Marshall Petty promotes his candidacy for congressman; kidnapper demands ransom for return of Shari Lewis' puppet Lambchop; Virgil Simms talks about how he made "Book of World Records" by setting land speed record for motor home.
Stars: Shari Lewis, Martin Mull, Jim Varney, Fred Willard
Votes: 9
14.
Fernwood Tonight (1977)
Episode:
Ethnic Myths
(1977)
Comedy, Talk-Show
Virgil Simms talks about how he jumps motor homes; Dr. Emanuel Kazinski discusses how ethnic groups are being stereo-typed.
Stars: Martin Mull, Fred Willard, Frank De Vol, Zale Kessler
Votes: 20
15.
Hercules (1998–1999)
Episode:
Hercules and the Muse of Dance
(1998)
TV-Y7 | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Hercules' clumsiness is put to the test when Terpsichore inspires him to dance. When he's offered the lead in the school dance recital, Phil doesn't think he should do it.
Director: Bob Kline | Stars: Diedrich Bader, Jeff Bennett, Jodi Benson, Sandra Bernhard
Votes: 57
16. Stupa-Man (2008)
Not Rated | 87 min | Action, Comedy
Director: Mathew Fisher | Stars: Robert Tye, Freddy Holbrook, Erin Sennett, Sean Lally
Votes: 25
17.
America 2-Night (1978)
Episode:
Daredevil Virgil Simms
(1978)
Comedy
Robert Conrad demonstrates how he hurt himself doing own stunt; Virgil Simms discusses how his last motor home jump failed; Taters the Clown sings and tells jokes to a group of children
Stars: Robert Conrad, Martin Mull, Jim Varney, Fred Willard
Votes: 10
18. Toy Story 2 (1999)
G | 92 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
When Woody is stolen by a toy collector, Buzz and his friends set out on a rescue mission to save Woody before he becomes a museum toy property with his roundup gang Jessie, Prospector, and Bullseye.
Directors: John Lasseter, Ash Brannon, Lee Unkrich | Stars: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Kelsey Grammer
Votes: 620,164 | Gross: $245.85M
19.
Alice (1976–1985)
Episode:
Better Never Than Late
(1978)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Mel's Diner is robbed with Alice at the register and Mel sleeping in the storeroom.
Director: William Asher | Stars: Linda Lavin, Vic Tayback, Beth Howland, Philip McKeon
Votes: 83
20. Duckman: Private Dick/Family Man (1994–1997)
TV-PG | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
A crass, womanizing duck works as a private eye with his level-headed pig sidekick, all the while raising a family as a single dad.
Stars: Jason Alexander, Gregg Berger, Nancy Travis, Dweezil Zappa
Votes: 6,669
21. The Rousters (1983–1984)
60 min | Adventure
Wyatt Earp III is a bouncer for a small carnival which travels from town to town. He also works as a bounty hunter to keep his family's law enforcement legacy alive.
Stars: Chad Everett, Jim Varney, Mimi Rogers, Maxine Stuart
Votes: 68
22. The Misadventures of Bubba (1992 Video)
29 min | Short, Comedy, Sport
A comedy about proper measures of gun safety and the dos and don'ts of hunting.
Director: Patrick Gregory | Stars: Charlie Lane, Jim Varney
Votes: 8
23.
Duckman: Private Dick/Family Man (1994–1997)
Episode:
You've Come a Wrong Way, Baby
(1997)
TV-PG | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Congresswoman Bernice is attracting national attention as an anti-smoking activist, but no one pays more heed than the heads of the tobacco companies. A CEO invites Bernice and her family ... See full summary »
Director: Stig Bergqvist | Stars: Jason Alexander, Nancy Travis, Gregg Berger, Dweezil Zappa
Votes: 56
24.
Fernwood Tonight (1977)
Episode:
Mobile Home Daredevil
(1977)
Comedy, Talk-Show
Barth shows what a "Happy Face" would look like in other countries; Barth introduces the "Debbie Dunbar Review." man discusses how he was brought back to life; Virgil Simms gives advice on how to fix up your old car for resale.
Director: Howard Storm | Stars: Martin Mull, Fred Willard, Frank De Vol, Kathy McCullen
Votes: 15
25.
Pink Lady (1980)
Episode:
Episode #1.5
(1980)
Comedy, Music
Pink Lady performs "Monster"; Jeff turns to a computer dating service for an unusual date; Johnny Carson is replaced and Red Buttons visits a horrifying hospital in "Cheapshot Magazine"; ... See full summary »
Director: Art Fisher | Stars: Mie, Jeff Altman, Keiko Masuda, Red Buttons
Votes: 11
26.
The Simpsons (1989– )
Episode:
Bart Carny
(1998)
TV-PG | 30 min | Animation, Comedy
Bart and Homer befriend two carnies and invite them to stay with them, but the carnies soon swindle the Simpsons out of their house.
Directors: Jim Reardon, Mark Kirkland | Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith
Votes: 2,502
27. Toy Story 2 (I) (1999 Video Game)
E | Action, Family
Join Buzz Lightyear and his group of toys to help rescue Woody.
Director: Jon Burton | Stars: Tim Allen, Jim Hanks, Don Rickles, Jim Varney
Votes: 2,397
28. Disney's Animated Storybook: Toy Story (1996 Video Game)
E | Animation
Woody is threaten and jealous when a new toy named Buzz Lightyear takes over as Andy's favorite new toy. Things take a turn for the worst when he knocks Buzz out the window, they end up in Sids house. They must get home before moving day.
Stars: Pat Fraley, Penn Jillette, Jim Hanks, Jeff Pidgeon
Votes: 34
29. Toy Story Activity Center (1996 Video Game)
Family
Woody invites game players to join in the activities in Andy's bedroom, Pizza Planet, and Sid's bedroom.
Director: Colin Brady | Stars: Corey Burton, Debi Derryberry, Pat Fraley, Jim Hanks
Votes: 92
30.
Hey, Vern, It's Ernest! (1988)
Episode:
Hey Vern, It's Hobbies
(1988)
TV-Y7 | 23 min | Comedy, Family
Ernest tries to help Vern capture the rare Orange Honey-Woney butterfly for his collection.
Directors: John R. Cherry III, Coke Sams | Stars: Jim Varney, Mac Bennett, Gailard Sartain, Bill Byrge
Votes: 12
31. Viva Variety (1997–1999)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
Pseudo-European variety show with all the trimmings. Mr. and (the former) Mrs. Laupin and their dimwitted more-American-than-American sidekick Johnny Blue-jeans team up to bring their "... See full summary »
Stars: Thomas Lennon, Kerri Kenney, Michael Ian Black, Mira Tzur
Votes: 348
32. Pop! Goes the Country (1974–2016)
30 min | Music
Syndicated country music program from Nashville.
Stars: Ralph Emery, Connie Smith, Dolly Parton, Tom T. Hall
Votes: 48
33. The 31st Annual Grammy Awards (1989 TV Special)
Music
Grammy - music award of the American academy of the audio recording, was founded by the American association of sound-recording companies of March, 14, 1958. Grammy is awarded annually as a... See full summary »
Stars: Paula Abdul, Herb Alpert, Christina Applegate, Anita Baker
Votes: 31
34.
The Magical World of Disney (1954–1997)
Episode:
Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Celebration
(1990)
Unrated | 60 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
Disneyland celebrates its 35th anniversary through a series of sketches and fast-paced musical numbers.
Directors: James Burrows, John R. Cherry III, John Landis | Stars: George Booth, Laura Bridge, Erinn Canavan, Debbie Carman
Votes: 101
35. Annabelle's Wish (1997 Video)
54 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
A mute boy and a calf with the ability to speak form a deep friendship, learning what it means to love and sacrifice for another.
Director: Roy Wilson | Stars: Randy Travis, Jay Johnson, Jerry Van Dyke, Jim Varney
Votes: 2,045
36. Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Special (1990 TV Special)
Comedy
The celebrity-laden special, directed by John Landis and hosted in part by Tony Danza, focused on the changes to Disneyland over the years, as stars recalled their favorite attractions.
Director: John Landis | Stars: Charles Fleischer, Frank Oz, Dave Goelz, Jim Varney
Votes: 63
37.
Showbiz Today (1985–2005)
Episode:
Episode dated 4 December 1995
(1995)
News
Features items on Toy Story and Things to do in Denver when you're dead.
Stars: Andy Garcia, John Ratzenberger, Jim Varney, Treat Williams
Votes: 6
38.
Hey, Vern, It's Ernest! (1988)
Episode:
Hey Vern, It's Holidays
(1988)
TV-Y7 | 23 min | Comedy, Family
Ernest sets the world record for celebrating every major holiday of the year in one day.
Directors: John R. Cherry III, Coke Sams | Stars: Bruce Arntson, Mac Bennett, Daniel Butler, Bill Byrge
Votes: 13
39.
Hey, Vern, It's Ernest! (1988)
Episode:
Hey Vern, It's Outer Space
(1988)
TV-Y7 | 23 min | Comedy, Family
Ernest tries to get rid of a strange, bomb-like device that he thinks is an alien weapon.
Directors: John R. Cherry III, Coke Sams | Stars: Jim Varney, Gailard Sartain, Bill Byrge, Debi Derryberry
Votes: 20
40.
Operation Petticoat (1977–1979)
Episode:
Big Deal on Kaloa Street
(1979)
25 min | Comedy, War
Director: Hollingsworth Morse | Stars: Randolph Mantooth, Robert Hogan, Jo Ann Pflug, Warren Berlinger
Votes: 5
41.
Operation Petticoat (1977–1979)
Episode:
Dooley Is a Daddy
(1977)
30 min | Comedy, War
The long-delayed mail tells Seaman Dooley his wife is expecting. Holden conspires to get more information.
Director: William Asher | Stars: John Astin, Richard Gilliland, Yvonne Wilder, Melinda Naud
Votes: 6
42.
Operation Petticoat (1977–1979)
Episode:
Claire Voyant
(1978)
30 min | Comedy, War
Director: Hollingsworth Morse | Stars: John Astin, Richard Gilliland, Yvonne Wilder, Melinda Naud
Votes: 6
43. Dinah! (1974–1980)
90 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Dinah's show premiered 9 September 1974 and continued through to 4 September 1981. She started out the 70's with Dinah's Place which usually featured one guest and was more of a home ... See full summary »
Stars: Dinah Shore, Charles Nelson Reilly, Betty White, Norm Crosby
Votes: 312
44. Hey, Vern, It's Ernest! (1988)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Comedy, Family
Hey, Vern. Ernest is on Saturday morning. The series follows Ernest, and several other colorful characters having all sorts of wacky fun.
Stars: Jim Varney, Gailard Sartain, Mac Bennett, Bill Byrge
Votes: 590
45. The Making of 'Toy Story' (1995 TV Short)
20 min | Documentary, Short, Family
Documentary of the making of the groundbreaking Disney/Pixar animated hit movie.
Director: Mike Bonifer | Stars: Annie Potts, Wil Shriner, Tim Allen, Bonnie Arnold
Votes: 119
46. Hey Vern, Win $10, 000 (1987 Video)
55 min | Comedy
Ernest introduces a contest for a viewer to win 10 thousands dollars, if they can properly name the right number of times he says, 'vern' and, 'knowutimean' throughout the whole video.
Director: John R. Cherry III | Stars: Jim Varney, Dan Holly, John R. Cherry III, David Tex
Votes: 127
47. The Story Behind 'Toy Story' (1996 Video)
27 min | Documentary, Short
The documentary short of Toy Story of why and how the feature length blockbuster sleeper movie became a success and helps to boost Pixar's popularity of making one of the few animation ... See full summary »
Stars: Corey Burton, Tom Hanks, John Lasseter, Tim Allen
Votes: 153
48.
Hey, Vern, It's Ernest! (1988)
Episode:
Hey Vern, It's Food
(1988)
TV-Y7 | 23 min | Comedy, Family
Ernest enters the town bake off with his own personal recipe.
Directors: John R. Cherry III, Coke Sams | Stars: Bruce Arntson, Mac Bennett, Daniel Butler, Bill Byrge
Votes: 12
49. Roseanne (1988–2018)
TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy, Drama
A revival of the popular 1990s sitcom "Roseanne," which centered on the everyday life of an American working-class family.
Stars: Roseanne Barr, John Goodman, Laurie Metcalf, Michael Fishman
Votes: 46,402
50. Hee Haw (1969–1997)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Televised comedy/variety show with a country bent.
Stars: Roy Clark, Gunilla Hutton, Buck Owens, Grandpa Jones
Votes: 1,788