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Falcon Crest Premieres on CBS - December 4, 1981

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On this day, December 4, 1981, the primetime soap opera Falcon Crest premiered on CBS. The show followed the dramatic lives of the powerful Gioberti family, who ran a successful vineyard in California’s Napa Valley. Starring Jane Wyman as the formidable Angela Channing, the series delivered intrigue, power struggles, and romance that captivated audiences.

Falcon Crest was a ratings hit, running for 9 seasons with a total of 227 episodes. It held a spot in the Top 10 for four consecutive years from 1982 to 1985, making it one of the defining dramas of the 80s.
 
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