On This Day: February 22 1986 MTV Aired a 22-Hour Marathon of The Monkees

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Feb 22, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: February 22 1986 MTV Aired a 22-Hour Marathon of The Monkees.

On this day February 22 1986 MTV celebrated the 20-year anniversary of The Monkees by airing a 22 hour marathon of the classic 1966 TV series. The event reignited interest in the band, introducing a new generation to the adventures of Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, and Peter Tork.

Originally airing from 1966 to 1968, The Monkees followed the fictionalized misadventures of the band while showcasing their catchy pop-rock hits. MTV’s marathon sparked a huge Monkees revival, leading...

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