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1. The National Dream: Building the Impossible Railway (1974– )
Documentary, Drama, History
A dramatized documentary about the political and engineering struggle to build Canada's first trans-continental railway.
Stars: Pierre Berton, William Hutt, Gerard Parkes, Joseph Shaw
Votes: 67
2.
Cop Rock (1990)
Episode:
Marital Blitz
(1990)
Comedy, Drama, Musical
Quinn asks Capt. Hollander for a new partner and gets more than she planned; Ruskin and Potts take the stand as LaRusso goes on trial.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Anne Bobby, Barbara Bosson, Vondie Curtis-Hall, David Gianopoulos
Votes: 14
3. True Blue (1989–1990)
60 min | Crime, Drama
The Emergency Service Unit of the NYPD is a fast paced team performing tactical and rescue operations beyond the scope of the beat cop. The focus is the bizarre circumstances the diverse group encounters.
Stars: John Bolger, Leo Burmester, Nestor Serrano, Grant Show
Votes: 115
4. Our Hero (2000–2002)
Drama
This series follows Kale Stiglic, a 17 yr. old girl who creates and writes a zine entitled "Our Hero."
Stars: Jeanie Calleja, Cara Pifko, Justin Peroff, Vik Sahay
Votes: 70
5. Avonlea (1990–1996)
TV-G | 60 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
A young girl is sent to live with her late mother's relatives in Prince Edward Island. Set in the early 1900's, the series follows her adventures, as well as that of her family and the town's people as she grows up in Avonlea.
Stars: Zachary Bennett, Lally Cadeau, Mag Ruffman, Cedric Smith
Votes: 4,870
6.
Top Cops (1990–1994)
Episode:
Dennis Pardini/Larry Robinson/Michael Carew
(1991)
Action, Crime
Directors: Mario Azzopardi, Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Johnny Askwith, Palmer Douglas, Andrew Jackson, James Kidnie
Votes: 18
7. Live Shot (1995)
60 min | Drama
Live Shot was a short-lived but high-quality show during the initial start up season for the UPN network. With a balance of comedy and drama, the show explored the inner workings of a Los ... See full summary »
Stars: Sam Anderson, David Birney, Wanda De Jesus, Hill Harper
Votes: 71
8.
Due South (1994–1999)
Episode:
The Duel
(1996)
TV-PG | 46 min | Adventure, Comedy, Crime
A man Vecchio investigated for murder years ago but was unable to prove it but was convicted for another crime, has just been released from prison. And he claims that the evidence that was ... See full summary »
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Paul Gross, David Marciano, Beau Starr, Tony Craig
Votes: 100
9.
Law & Order (1990– )
Episode:
Prince of Darkness
(1992)
TV-14 | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A Colombian drug cartel assassin is accused in the murder of a Colombian couple in a restaurant. While trying to make the case against the accused, Ceretta is shot by a black-market gun dealer whom the prosecution needs as a witness.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Paul Sorvino, Chris Noth, Dann Florek, Michael Moriarty
Votes: 377
10.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
J. "Digger" Doyle
(1981)
Not Rated | 50 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Thieves are attempting to steal tapes of Robin Masters' new book. Magnum joins forces with security expert J. "Digger" Doyle to prevent the theft.
Director: Winrich Kolbe | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 499
11. Quantum Leap (1989– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
During an experiment into time travel, a scientist finds himself trapped in the past, "leaping" into the lives of different people, sorting out their problems and changing history in hopes of getting back to his own life in the present.
Stars: Scott Bakula, Dean Stockwell, Deborah Pratt, Dennis Wolfberg
Votes: 36,654
12.
First Wave (1998–2001)
Episode:
Second Wave
(1998)
TV-14 | Adventure, Drama, Mystery
Foster investigates a UFO sighting and gets involved with some local peoples problems. Then the invasion begins and they all take cover together. Is Foster too late to stop it?
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Sebastian Spence, Rob LaBelle, Kathryn Anderson, Gerard Plunkett
Votes: 57
13.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
Memories Are Forever
(1981)
Not Rated | 92 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Magnum thinks he's spotted his one true love Michelle, the woman he married six years earlier during his last tour in Vietnam and thought to have been lost in a bombing raid. As he becomes ... See full summary »
Director: Ray Austin | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 536
14. Due South (1994–1999)
TV-PG | 46 min | Adventure, Comedy, Crime
The adventures of an impossibly upright Royal Canadian Mounted Police constable and his American colleagues in the city of Chicago.
Stars: Paul Gross, Beau Starr, Tony Craig, David Marciano
Votes: 7,634
15. Soul Train (1971–2006)
TV-14 | 60 min | Music, Talk-Show
Created by music impresario Don Cornelius, Soul Train is an African-American focused music-dance television program that aired 35 years, primarily featuring performances by R&B, soul, funk, pop, and hip hop artists.
Stars: Don Cornelius, Diana Puskas, Queen Turner, Carole Creekmore
Votes: 684
16.
MacGyver (1985–1992)
Episode:
Phoenix Under Siege
(1987)
TV-PG | 49 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
MacGyver and his grandfather have plans to go to a hockey game. However, when they stop by the Phoenix Foundation to get the tickets, they discover terrorists attempting to blow up a bomb.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Richard Dean Anderson, Dana Elcar, John Anderson, Tricia O'Neil
Votes: 404
17. Vanishing Son (1995)
60 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Hunted by the authorities for a murder he didn't commit, a man races against time to prove his innocence and unmask the real perpetrators
Stars: Russell Wong, Jason Leland Adams, Stephanie Niznik, Chi Muoi Lo
Votes: 246
18.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
Try to Remember
(1982)
Not Rated | 49 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
The Ferrari, with an unconscious and injured Magnum in it, is found at the bottom of a cliff. Magnum is rushed to a hospital but when he regains consciousness is found to have amnesia and cannot remember what happened.
Director: Michael Vejar | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 391
19.
The Big Easy (1996–1997)
Episode:
One Little Indian
(1997)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama
The death of a band leader in a barroom brawl leads to Smiley's uncle getting arrested on suspicion of the murder. Remy agrees to help Smiley look into the case involving an Marti Gras ... See full summary »
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Tony Crane, Susan Walters, Barry Corbin, Eric George
Votes: 6
20.
Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001–2015)
Episode:
Everything She Wants
(2008)
TV-PG | 23 min | Drama, Romance
Sean returns on leave after his army training, and sets up a fitness regimen for Snake. Meanwhile, Mia tries to strike a balance taking care of her three-year-old daughter with spending time with her boyfriend Lucas.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Miriam McDonald, Cassie Steele, Drake, Shane Kippel
Votes: 268
21. Mysterious Ways (2000–2002)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
Declan Dunn is an anthropology professor who believes in miracles and other wonders. When he hears of a miraculous thing he goes out to find out if it's an actual miracle. Peggy Fowler is ... See full summary »
Stars: Adrian Pasdar, Rae Dawn Chong, Alisen Richmond-Peck, Beverley Elliott
Votes: 969
22. Law & Order (1990– )
TV-14 | 45 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
New York's finest police detectives and prosecutors fight to make the city a safer place. With integrity as the guiding force from investigation to verdict, the teams weigh every perspective in their commitment to finding justice.
Stars: Jerry Orbach, Jesse L. Martin, Dennis Farina, Sam Waterston
Votes: 44,837
23. Scene of the Crime (1991–2002)
60 min | Drama, Mystery
An anthology mystery show presenting a stand-alone story each episode. The creative twist: each episode featured a regular cast in varying roles and billing.
Stars: Lisa Houle, Stephen McHattie, Maxine Miller, François Montagut
Votes: 45
24. Monkey House (1991– )
Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi
An anthology series focusing on various stories from Kurt Vonnegut's acclaimed collection "Welcome to the Monkey House". The stories blend elements of black humor, satire, and science fiction.
Stars: Kurt Vonnegut Jr., Len Cariou, Kaj-Erik Eriksen, Miguel Fernandes
Votes: 80
25.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
Don't Eat the Snow in Hawaii
(1980)
Not Rated | 46 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Magnum's old Navy buddy is dead and the Navy says he was a cocaine smuggler. Magnum sets out to prove his buddy was framed.
Director: Roger Young | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 1,364
26.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
Italian Ice
(1982)
Not Rated | 49 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Magnum goes to Sicily at the request of Robin Masters to rescue a friend's daughter who was being held by mobsters. Tom rescues the girl and brings her back to the estate and then trouble occurs.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 403
27.
Poltergeist: The Legacy (1996–1999)
Episode:
Debt of Honor
(1998)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror
A friend's ghost seeks vengeance because of the circumstances behind his death.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Derek de Lint, Martin Cummins, Robbi Chong, Kristin Lehman
Votes: 29
28.
Quantum Leap (1989–1993)
Episode:
The Americanization of Machiko - August 4, 1953
(1989)
TV-PG | 47 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
As a returning sailor Sam brings home a Japanese wife and must battle the prejudice of his hometown and his own mother.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Scott Bakula, Dean Stockwell, K Callan, Wayne Tippit
Votes: 633
29.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
Don't Eat the Snow in Hawaii: Part 2
(1980)
Not Rated | 45 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Magnum continues to learn about the framing of his dead Naval pal. He looks for a female drug dealer, an Arab gold buyer and a mobster.
Director: Roger Young | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 648
30. The Twilight Zone (1985–1989)
TV-PG | 45 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror
A collection of tales which range from comic to tragic, but often have a wicked sense of humor and an unexpected twist.
Stars: Robin Ward, Charles Aidman, Richard Mulligan, William Atherton
Votes: 12,345
31. Adderly (1986–1988)
60 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama
V.H. Adderly, a former James Bond style operative for I.S.I., is given a desk job in the Department of Miscellaneous Affairs after losing function in his left hand- the result of torture by... See full summary »
Stars: Winston Rekert, Jonathan Welsh, Dixie Seatle, Ken Pogue
Votes: 284
32.
The Crow: Stairway to Heaven (1998–1999)
Episode:
It's a Wonderful Death
(1999)
TV-14 | Action, Crime, Drama
The Skull Cowboy sends Eric Draven back to the night of Shelly's murder so he can rewrite the events of that ill-fated Halloween and save her. When Draven fails, he sends him back again and again but can Eric really rewrite history?
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Mark Dacascos, Marc Gomes, Sabine Karsenti, Katie Stuart
Votes: 47
33.
The Flash (1990–1991)
Episode:
Captain Cold
(1991)
TV-PG | 48 min | Action, Crime, Fantasy
The Flash is targeted by a hit-man who uses cold based weaponry.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: John Wesley Shipp, Amanda Pays, Alex Désert, Vito D'Ambrosio
Votes: 168
34.
The Lost World (1999–2002)
Episode:
Creatures of the Dark
(1999)
TV-PG | 43 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Trapped in a mine beneath an erupting volcano, Marguerite, Malone and Challenger encounters a subterranean cult and their young blond oracle and leader.
Director: Colin Budds | Stars: Peter McCauley, Rachel Blakely, William Snow, David Orth
Votes: 88
35.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
Computer Date
(1982)
Not Rated | 49 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Magnum is searching for a spy who's been selling computer information from a large corporation. The president of the company tells him he suspects his wife of having an affair and asks him ... See full summary »
Director: Robert C. Thompson | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 371
36.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
The Elmo Ziller Story
(1982)
Not Rated | 49 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Someone is trying to murder Elmo Ziller, Higgins' illegitimate half-brother from Texas. Elmo has brought his rodeo to Hawaii and Magnum is asked to protect him.
Director: Michael Vejar | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 388
37.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
The Jororo Kill
(1982)
Not Rated | 49 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Kate Sullivan, a reporter that Magnum, TC and Rick met in Vietnam, wants Magnum to find a former British MI6 strategist who dropped out of sight to write a book and may be arriving in Hawaii.
Director: Alan J. Levi | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 382
38. Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001–2015)
TV-PG | 30 min | Drama, Romance
The lives of the kids at Degrassi Community School dealing with the serious and sometimes taboo issues that plague teenagers.
Stars: Stefan Brogren, Aislinn Paul, Melinda Shankar, A.J. Saudin
Votes: 14,731
39. MacGyver (1985–1992)
TV-PG | 48 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
The adventures of a secret Agent armed with almost infinite scientific resourcefulness.
Stars: Richard Dean Anderson, Dana Elcar, Bruce McGill, Robin Mossley
Votes: 42,223
40.
The A-Team (1983–1987)
Episode:
The Taxicab Wars
(1983)
TV-PG | 49 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
The A-Team is hired to help a small taxicab company beat a villainous rival business determined to drive it to ruin.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: George Peppard, Dirk Benedict, Melinda Culea, Dwight Schultz
Votes: 390
41.
Due South (1994–1999)
Episode:
Flashback
(1996)
TV-PG | 46 min | Adventure, Comedy, Crime
When Fraser and Vecchio come across a kidnapping, they try to stop it. But they get away and run Fraser down with their vehicle. Vecchio hopes that Fraser remembers the license plate but he... See full summary »
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Paul Gross, David Marciano, Beau Starr, Tony Craig
Votes: 95
42.
Due South (1994–1999)
Episode:
Some Like It Red
(1996)
TV-PG | 46 min | Adventure, Comedy, Crime
Fraser goes undercover as a woman at a girls' school after Ray's ex-girlfriend comes to him for help. Ray, meanwhile, worries that he turned his ex into a nun.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Paul Gross, David Marciano, Beau Starr, Tony Craig
Votes: 128
43.
Law & Order (1990– )
Episode:
Pride and Joy
(1993)
TV-14 | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
While investigating the death of a building superintendent, Briscoe and Logan discover that the victim's teenage son may have been abusing him. The son, however, claims that he was the abuse victim.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Jerry Orbach, Chris Noth, S. Epatha Merkerson, Michael Moriarty
Votes: 303
44.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
Beauty Knows No Pain
(1981)
Not Rated | 49 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
A woman from Bayonne, New Jersey hires Magnum for one day to find her fiancé.
Director: Ray Austin | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 426
45.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
Dead Man's Channel
(1981)
Not Rated | 49 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
A young college student hires Magnum to find her father, an archaeologist. His boat was found adrift in Nehoa Channel, an area that local Hawaiians believe is cursed and non-Hawaiians should not enter.
Director: Ray Austin | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 443
46.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
No Need to Know
(1981)
Not Rated | 48 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Magnum is hired to protect a British Brigadier who is hunted by the IRA.
Director: Lawrence Doheny | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 539
47.
Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
Episode:
Wave Goodbye
(1981)
Not Rated | 49 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Magnum's friend Kacy, an ex-surfboarding champion, is found dead on the beach and TM investigates to find the murderer.
Director: Sidney Hayers | Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 408
48.
Mysterious Ways (2000–2002)
Episode:
A Time to Every Purpose
(2001)
TV-14 | Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
A woman awakes from a coma after 16 years.
Director: Gilbert M. Shilton | Stars: Adrian Pasdar, Rae Dawn Chong, Alisen Richmond-Peck, Richard Yniguez
Votes: 14
49. Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988)
TV-PG | 48 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
The adventures of a Hawaii-based private investigator.
Stars: Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley, Larry Manetti
Votes: 29,116
50. The A-Team (1983–1987)
TV-PG | 60 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Four Vietnam vets, framed for a crime they didn't commit, help the innocent while on the run from the military.
Stars: George Peppard, Mr. T, Dwight Schultz, Dirk Benedict
Votes: 42,046