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  1. The Devlin Connection (1982)

    Title: The Devlin Connection Genre: Drama Creator: John Wilder Cast: Rock Hudson, Jack Scalia, Leigh Taylor-Young, Louis Giambalvo, Herbert Jefferson Jr., Takayo Fischer First aired: Oct 2, 1982 Last air date: Dec 25, 1982 Overview: Brian Devlin was a military intelligence...
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    Today September 4, 1989: “The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!” Premiered in Syndication

    On this day September 4, 1989, “The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!” made its debut in syndication, bringing the beloved characters of Mario and Luigi from the popular video game series to television screens. The show featured a mix of live-action segments and animated adventures, capturing the...
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    Premiered Today September 4, 1986: The Final Episode of “Trapper John, M.D.”

    On September 4, 1986, television fans said goodbye to “Trapper John, M.D.” as its final episode aired. The show, which ran for seven successful seasons and produced 151 episodes, was beloved for its compelling medical drama and memorable characters. Did You Know? “Trapper John, M.D.” was a...

  4. Cutter to Houston (1983)

    Title: Cutter to Houston Genre: Drama Creator: Sandor Stern Cast: Shelley Hack, Alec Baldwin, Jim Metzler, K Callan, Noble Willingham First aired: Oct 1, 1983 Last air date: Dec 31, 1983 Overview: Cutter to Houston is an American medical drama starring Shelley Hack, Jim...

  5. The Rousters (1983)

    Title: The Rousters Genre: Action & Adventure Cast: Hoyt Axton,Timothy Gibbs,Chad Everett,Mimi Rogers,Jim Varney First aired: Sep 30, 1983 Last air date: Jul 20, 1984 Overview: The Rousters is a 1983 NBC television series about a group of modern-day bounty hunters who are...
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    On This Day, September 2, 1985: The Sitcom “Rocky Road” Premiered on WTBS

    On this day September 2, 1985, the situational comedy show Rocky Road made its debut on WTBS. The show quickly became a favorite, running for three seasons with a total of 71 episodes. Rocky Road entertained audiences with its light-hearted humor and engaging characters, leaving a memorable mark...

  7. Manimal (1983)

    Title: Manimal Genre: Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy Creator: Glen A. Larson Cast: Michael D. Roberts, Melody Anderson, Simon MacCorkindale, William Conrad, Reni Santoni First aired: Sep 30, 1983 Last air date: Dec 17, 1983 Overview: Jonathan Chase was a British college...
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    September 1, 1984: “Kids Incorporated” Premiered

    On September 1, 1984, the beloved children’s show “Kids Incorporated” made its debut, kicking off a successful run that lasted 9 seasons with a total of 149 episodes. The show quickly became a favorite among young audiences, blending music, dance, and drama in a fun and engaging format. Did You...

  9. Hotel (1982)

    Title: Hotel Genre: Drama, Soap Creator: Aaron Spelling Cast: James Brolin, Connie Sellecca, Nathan Cook, Michael Spound, Heidi Bohay, Susan Walters, Shari Belafonte, Valerie Landsburg, Ty Miller First aired: Aug 21, 1982 Last air date: May 5, 1988 Overview: Hotel is an...

  10. The Insiders (1985)

    Title: The Insiders Genre: Action & Adventure,Crime,Drama Creator: Bobby Roth Cast: Nicholas Campbell,Gail Strickland,Stoney Jackson First aired: Sep 24, 1985 Last air date: Jun 1, 1986 Overview: The Insiders is a mid-1980s American television detective series starring Nicholas...
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    “Open House” Premiered on Fox Today August 27, 1989

    On this day August 27, 1989, the sitcom Open House made its debut on Fox. The show ran for just one season, totaling 24 episodes, but it left a memorable mark thanks to its quirky characters and humorous take on the real estate business. A standout in the cast was Ellen DeGeneres, who played...

  12. Bring 'Em Back Alive (1982)

    Title: Bring 'Em Back Alive Genre: Action & Adventure Creator: George Schenck,Frank Cardea Cast: Bruce Boxleitner,Clyde Kusatsu,Harvey Jason,Cindy Morgan,Ron O'Neal,George Cheung,Sean McClory First aired: Sep 23, 1982 Last air date: May 30, 1983 Overview: Bring 'Em Back Alive...

  13. Jennifer Slept Here (1983)

    Title: Jennifer Slept Here Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy Creator: Larry Tucker Cast: Ann Jillian, John P. Navin, Jr., Georgia Engel, Glenn Scarpelli, Brandon Maggart First aired: Oct 21, 1983 Last air date: May 12, 1984 Overview: Jennifer Slept Here is an American fantasy...

  14. She's the Sheriff (1987)

    Title: She's the Sheriff Genre: Comedy Cast: Suzanne Somers, George Wyner, Pat Carroll, Taliesin Jaffe, Priscilla Barnes, Lou Richards, Leonard Lightfoot, Don Knotts First aired: Sep 19, 1987 Last air date: Apr 1, 1989 Overview: She's the Sheriff is an American sitcom
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  15. E/R (1984)

    Title: E/R Genre: Comedy Cast: Elliott Gould, Mary McDonnell, Conchata Ferrell, Lynne Moody, Shuko Akune, Bruce A. Young, Corinne Bohrer First aired: Sep 16, 1984 Last air date: Feb 27, 1985 Overview: E/R is an American television sitcom that aired in 1984 and 1985. Developed from...
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    August 22, 1986 - The Final Episode of Riptide Aired

    On This Day, August 22, 1986 the final episode of Riptide aired, concluding its exciting three-season journey with a total of 56 episodes. Riptide was a popular series that followed the adventures of three Vietnam veterans turned private investigators. It aired right after The A-Team, another...

  17. The Oldest Rookie (1987)

    Title: The Oldest Rookie Genre: Drama, Crime Creator: Gil Grant Cast: Paul Sorvino, D.W. Moffett, Marshall Bell, Raymond J. Barry First aired: Sep 16, 1987 Last air date: Jan 13, 1988 Overview: The Oldest Rookie is an American crime drama that aired on CBS from September 16...
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    On This Day - August 20, 1989: “Saved by the Bell” Premiered on NBC

    On August 20, 1989, the iconic show “Saved by the Bell” made its debut on NBC, launching a series that would run for 4 seasons and 86 episodes. Did You Know? The show originally premiered in 1988 under the title “Good Morning, Miss Bliss” before being rebranded as “Saved by the Bell” in 1989.

  19. Our House (1986)

    Title: Our House Genre: Drama Creator: James Lee Barrett Cast: Wilford Brimley, Deidre Hall, Shannen Doherty, Chad Allen, Keri Houlihan, Gerald S. O'Loughlin, Melissa Clayton First aired: Sep 11, 1986 Last air date: May 8, 1988 Overview: Our House is an American television...

  20. Lottery! (1983)

    Title: Lottery! Genre: Drama Creator: Rick Rosner Cast: Ben Murphy, Marshall Colt First aired: Sep 9, 1983 Last air date: Jun 14, 1984 Overview: Lottery! is an American drama series that premiered on ABC on September 9, 1983. The series aired for one season of 17 episodes and...
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