Favorite TV Shows
My list of favorite TV shows. Just to let you know, none of them are modern.
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- CreatorGy WaldronStarsTom WopatJohn SchneiderCatherine BachThe adventures of the fast-drivin', rubber-burnin' Duke boys of Hazzard County.One of the best tv shows of all time in my opinion, and a forgotten genre in the pages of current television - very family friendly viewing. Uncle Jesse was like a family member and taught a lot of valuable lessons to a youngster like me growing up. It also really instilled a love for classic American musclecars.
- CreatorPaul PlaydonRick RosnerStarsErik EstradaLarry WilcoxRobert PineThe adventures of two California Highway Patrol motorcycle officers.Another great car (and motorcycle) heavy tv show from the late 1970's and early 1980's. Again, very family friendly, which seems like a lost art nowadays unless it's very dumbed down. This was a show that all ages could watch and enjoy.
- CreatorGlen A. LarsonStarsShaun CassidyParker StevensonEd GilbertThe cases of a pair of teen detective brothers and a teen girl amateur sleuth.Wonderful mystery series that captured the feel of the original books. As an avid Hardy Boys reader then and now, it was cool seeing a live action version of Joe and Frank.
- CreatorGeorge LucasStarsSean Patrick FlaneryGeorge HallCorey CarrierThe adventures of the archaeological treasure hunter in his youth as related by an elderly Indiana Jones.Excellent series that really captured the feel of the early 20th century. Indiana Jones meets all kinds of historical figures and participates in a lot of important historical moments. A sure winner for a history buff like me. I wish the series had been able to incorporate folks from the movie series such as Abner Ravenwood.
- CreatorSteven SpielbergJoshua BrandJohn FalseyStarsCharles DurningDouglas SealeSharon SpelmanTruly amazing, fantastical, funny, and odd, and sometimes scary, sad, and endearing stories are portrayed. Many famous actors, actresses, and directors made guest appearances.Fun series that really pushed the envelope for a 1980's tv show. The two particular episodes that I remember the most is Kevin Costner's appearance in a B-17 bombing raid, and the one that was shot at the Alamo.
- CreatorBlanche HanalisStarsMelissa GilbertMichael LandonKaren GrassleThe life and adventures of the Ingalls family in the nineteenth century American Midwest.Family friendly and intelligent enough to keep up your interest. The early episodes were best, but the entire series was heartwarming and fun.
- CreatorEarl Hamner Jr.StarsJon WalmsleyMary Beth McDonoughEric ScottThe life and trials of a 1930s and 1940s Virginia mountain family through financial depression and World War II.Another great series that showed family bonding and living through tough times. I really enjoyed the early episodes more before the kids started getting married and John Boy was shot down during the War and came back as a different person (literally...).
- CreatorLeslie StevensStarsBob JohnsonBen WrightWilliam DouglasAn anthology series of insightful science fiction tales.This show was thought provoking and fun. The special effects were limited, but were decent enough for the era. I preferred this show to the Twilight Zone. I used to stay up late to watch this show since it came on near midnight on our local UHF station when I was growing up.
- StarsLeonard NimoyHans HolzerJ. Francis HitchingLeonard Nimoy hosts investigations into various mysteries.Amazing show with lots of very interesting topics. L. Nimoy does an excellent job as the narrator, although I really liked R. Serling's narration on the pilot episodes. Recently bought the boxed set and love it!
- CreatorJoe RubyKen SpearsJoseph BarberaStarsDon MessickCasey KasemNicole JaffeA group of teenage friends and their Great Dane (Scooby-Doo) travel in a bright green van solving strange and hilarious mysteries, while returning from or going to a regular teenage function.My favorite cartoon when I was a kid. The shows hold up well even today.