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  1. Pete

    St. Elsewhere Premiered on NBC, October 26, 1982

    On this day, October 26, 1982, St. Elsewhere premiered on NBC. This groundbreaking medical drama, known for its gritty realism and complex storylines, ran for six seasons with a total of 137 episodes. The show starred a talented cast, including a young Denzel Washington, and became a launchpad...
  2. Pete

    Final Episode of The Nutt House Aired on NBC, October 25, 1989

    On this day, October 25, 1989, the final episode of The Nutt House aired on NBC. Created by the legendary Mel Brooks and Alan Spencer, the show followed the quirky staff of a rundown hotel. Despite its comedic pedigree, The Nutt House only lasted one season, with a total of 10 episodes before it...
  3. Pete

    Midnight Caller Premiered on NBC, October 25, 1988

    On this day, October 25, 1988, Midnight Caller premiered on NBC. The series, which ran for three seasons with a total of 61 episodes, followed the story of a former police officer turned late-night radio talk show host who becomes entangled in solving crimes. The show became known for its...
  4. Pete

    On This Day Bay City Blues Premiered on NBC, October 25, 1983

    Forum Post Title: Bay City Blues Premiered on NBC, October 25, 1983 Forum Post: On this day, October 25, 1983, Bay City Blues premiered on NBC. The series, which starred Dennis Franz and Sharon Stone, followed the lives of minor league baseball players and their families. Despite its...
  5. Pete

    CBS Debuts Newhart, October 25, 1982

    On this day, October 25, 1982, Newhart premiered on CBS. Starring Bob Newhart as an innkeeper in a quirky Vermont town, the show became a beloved sitcom that ran for eight seasons and 184 episodes. The series was known for its dry humor, eccentric characters, and unforgettable twist ending that...
  6. Pete

    Mission: Impossible Premiered on ABC - Today, October 23, 1988

    On this day, October 23, 1988, Mission: Impossible premiered on ABC. This revival of the classic 1960s TV series brought the action and espionage to a new generation. The show ran for 2 seasons with a total of 35 episodes, keeping the spirit of the original alive with high-stakes missions and...
  7. Pete

    The Quest Premiered on ABC - October 22, 1982

    On this day, October 22, 1982, The Quest premiered on ABC. The adventure series followed a group of young people on a mission to solve mysteries and explore different worlds. Despite an interesting premise, The Quest lasted only one season with a total of 9 episodes, struggling to find a large...
  8. Pete

    Jennifer Slept Here Premiered on NBC - Today, October 21, 1983

    On this day, October 21, 1983, Jennifer Slept Here premiered on NBC. Starring Ann Jillian, the sitcom followed the comedic adventures of a ghost (played by Jillian) haunting a family’s home after her accidental death. The show lasted for just one season, with 13 episodes airing before it was...
  9. Pete

    October 18, 1988 - Roseanne Premiered on ABC

    On this day, October 18, 1988, Roseanne made its debut on ABC. The show went on to become a massive hit, running for 10 seasons with 231 episodes. It was a top 5 show in the country for 7 out of those 10 years and even hit #1 in 1989. Known for its honest and comedic take on the working-class...

  10. Too Close for Comfort (1980)

    Title: Too Close for Comfort Genre: Comedy Creator: Brian Cooke Cast: Ted Knight,Nancy Dussault,Jim J. Bullock,Pat Carroll,Lisa Antille First aired: Nov 10, 1980 Last air date: Feb 6, 1987 Overview: Too Close for Comfort is an American television sitcom which ran on the ABC...

  11. Knightwatch (1988)

    Title: Knightwatch Genre: Drama Cast: Benjamin Bratt, Don Franklin, Harley Jane Kozak, Calvin Levels, Samantha Mathis, Joshua Cadman, Paris Vaughan, Ava Haddad First aired: Nov 11, 1988 Last air date: Jan 19, 1989 Overview: Knightwatch is a television drama aired by ABC as part of...

  12. The Kids in the Hall (1989)

    Title: The Kids in the Hall Genre: Comedy Creator: Mark McKinney,Dave Foley,Bruce McCulloch,Kevin McDonald,Scott Thompson Cast: Mark McKinney, Scott Thompson, Dave Foley, Kevin McDonald, Bruce McCulloch First aired: Oct 24, 1989 Last air date: Apr 15, 1995 Overview: The Kids in...

  13. Everything's Relative (1987)

    Title: Everything's Relative Genre: Comedy Cast: Jason Alexander, John Bolger, Anne Jackson, Gina Hecht, Tony Nittoli First aired: Oct 3, 1987 Last air date: Nov 7, 1987 Overview: The Beeby brothers – Julian, a divorced, hard-working 33-year-old businessman and Scott, a single...
  14. Pete

    Premiered Today It Takes Two on ABC - October 14, 1982

    On this day, October 14, 1982, It Takes Two premiered on ABC. This sitcom, which lasted for one season with 22 episodes, featured Helen Hunt and Anthony Edwards in key roles. While short-lived, it left a mark on 80s TV fans with its lighthearted take on family life. Do you remember watching It...

  15. Sable (1987)

    Title: Sable Genre: Drama, Crime, Action & Adventure, Mystery Cast: Lewis van Bergen, Rene Russo, Ken Page, Holly Fulger, Marge Kotlisky, Lara Flynn Boyle First aired: Nov 7, 1987 Last air date: Jan 2, 1988 Overview: Sable is a short-lived television program that aired on ABC...
  16. Pete

    This Day: Mancuso, F.B.I. Premieres - October 13, 1989

    On this day October 13, 1989, Mancuso, F.B.I. made its debut! This crime drama series centered on FBI agent Nick Mancuso, delivering gripping investigations and suspenseful action. The show quickly became a fan favorite with its thrilling storylines. Did anyone catch this show back in the day?

  17. Raising Miranda (1988)

    Title: Raising Miranda Genre: Comedy Creator: Jane Anderson Cast: Bryan Cranston, Miriam Flynn, James Naughton, Michael Manasseri, Steve Vinovich First aired: Nov 5, 1988 Last air date: Dec 31, 1988 Overview: Raising Miranda is a television series aired on CBS in 1988 as part...

  18. Freddy's Nightmares (1988)

    Title: Freddy's Nightmares Genre: Mystery,Sci-Fi & Fantasy Creator: Wes Craven,Jeff Freilich Cast: Robert Englund First aired: Oct 9, 1988 Last air date: Mar 11, 1990 Overview: The evil, sinister killer of the "Nightmare On Elm Street" movies, Freddy Krueger, hosts this show...

  19. Beverly Hills Buntz (1987)

    Title: Beverly Hills Buntz Genre: Drama, Comedy Creator: David Milch,Jeffrey Lewis Cast: Dennis Franz, Peter Jurasik, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, Guy Boyd First aired: Nov 5, 1987 Last air date: Apr 22, 1988 Overview: Beverly Hills Buntz is a spinoff from Hill Street Blues. It...

  20. Mission: Impossible (1988)

    Title: Mission: Impossible Genre: Drama, Action & Adventure, Crime Creator: Bruce Geller Cast: Peter Graves, Thaao Penghlis, Antony Hamilton, Phil Morris, Jane Badler, Bob Johnson First aired: Aug 6, 1991 Last air date: Apr 27, 1996 Overview: Mission: Impossible is an American...
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