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1. Wayne's World 2 (1993)
PG-13 | 95 min | Comedy, Music
The inseparable duo try to organize a rock concert while Wayne must fend off a record producer who has an eye for his girlfriend.
Director: Stephen Surjik | Stars: Mike Myers, Dana Carvey, Christopher Walken, Tia Carrere
Votes: 88,160 | Gross: $48.20M
2. Svengoolie (1995– )
150 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
An anthology of horror movies, named for its host, who introduces each movie, provides background info on the movie, and performs skits and jokes during intermissions.
Stars: Rich Koz, Doug Scharf, Jim Barton, Bill Leff
Votes: 1,038
3. Are You Here (2013)
R | 114 min | Comedy, Drama
Two childhood best friends, one a superficial womanizer and the other a barely functioning bipolar, embark on a road trip back to their hometown after one of them learns his estranged father has died.
Director: Matthew Weiner | Stars: Owen Wilson, Zach Galifianakis, Amy Poehler, Laura Ramsey
Votes: 16,689
4. Bozo's Circus (1961–1980)
Family
Children would go home from school at noon to have lunch and watch the show. They had a terrific band and funny skits with several clowns. In addition, the audience was entertained by stand alone circus acts from time to time.
Stars: Bob Bell, Roy Brown, Frazier Thomas, Marshall Brodien
Votes: 124
5. Romper Room (1953–1994)
60 min | Family
A 1953 -1994 children's T.V. show that used hosts, puppets, games, music, short cartoons, and educational segments to teach a variety of subjects to preschool children.
Stars: Sally Claster Gelbard, Molly McCloskey, Bruce Edward Hall, Nancy Claster
Votes: 205
6. The Great Space Coaster (1981–1986)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
A half hour children's program that featured three friends who loved to make music. They lived in a fantasy land full of talking animals. They sang and would show short cartoons and musical numbers.
Stars: Emily Bindiger, Chris Gifford, Ray Stephens, Kevin Clash
Votes: 266
7. Son of Svengoolie (1978–1986)
120 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
"Son of Svengoolie" was a weekly hosted horror movie show with Rich Koz as "Son of Svengoolie".
Stars: Jim Barton, Rich Koz, Doug Scharf, Jerry G. Bishop
Votes: 192
8. Bozo the Clown (III) (1959–1962)
30 min | Family
Bozo The Clown entertains kids.
Stars: Willard Scott, Jorga Caye, Rae Sunshine Lee, Herbert L. Becker
Votes: 58
9. Good Day L.A. (1993–2024)
180 min | News, Talk-Show
Stars: Maria Quiban, Steve Edwards, Rick Dickert, Lisa Breckenridge
Votes: 159
10. Sam and Friends (1955–1961)
Not Rated | 5 min | Family
Early showcase of Jim Henson's puppet characters.
Stars: Jim Henson, Jane Henson, Jerry Juhl, Paul Frees
Votes: 167
11. Gospod postoi, imeto i' e Petrunija (2019)
100 min | Drama
A Macedonian woman throws herself into a traditionally men-only ceremony, kicking up a ruckus and standing her ground.
Director: Teona Strugar Mitevska | Stars: Zorica Nusheva, Labina Mitevska, Stefan Vujisic, Suad Begovski
Votes: 2,546
12. Almost Live! (1984–1999)
Comedy
A mixture of skit comedy and stand-up from a Seattle-based group of performers. Skits tended to focus on social issues, such as "The Worst Girlfriend in the World". One regular feature was ... See full summary »
Stars: Tracey Conway, Pat Cashman, Bob Nelson, John Keister
Votes: 286
13. Sheriff John's Lunch Brigade (1952–1970)
60 min | Family
Sheriff John, sings, shows cartoons, gives lessons about safety and good health habits, and is often visited by farm animals. An artist, "Sketchbook Suzie", draws pictures requested by viewers.
Star: John Rovick
Votes: 44
14. The Magic Garden (1972–1984)
Family, Fantasy
Popular children's television series from the 1970s and early 1980s. Carole and Paula sing songs, tell jokes, and converse with their funny friends such as Sherlock the pink squirrel.
Stars: Carole Demas, Paula Janis, Cary Antebi
Votes: 154
15. The Uncle Floyd Show (1974–1995)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy
Half-improvised, low-to-no budget show with sketch comedy and live music (ranging from local talent to star performers), with Uncle Floyd himself as host, puppeteer and piano player.
Stars: Scott Gordon, Dale Oprandy, Peter Tork, Floyd Vivino
Votes: 132
16. The Major Mudd Show (1961–1975)
Animation, Family, Sci-Fi
"The Major Mudd Show" was a hosted children's show with Edward Thomas McDonnell as Major Mudd; screened on WNAC-TV Channel 7, Boston, Massachusetts from 1961 to 1975.
Star: Ed T. McDonnell
Votes: 27
17. The Wallace and Ladmo Show (1954–1989)
30 min | Comedy, Family
"The Wallace and Ladmo Show", the longest-running same-cast kids' show in television history, featured sharply observed comedy skits that satired popular films, television shows and music ... See full summary »
Stars: Mike Condello, Cathy Dresbach, Harry Florian, Dan Horn
Votes: 133
18. Time for Beany (1949–1954)
15 min | Family
Time for Beany was an American television series, with puppets for characters, which aired locally in Los Angeles starting in 1949 and nationally (via kinescope) on the improvised Paramount... See full summary »
Stars: Daws Butler, Stan Freberg, Walker Edmiston, Joan Gardner
Votes: 69
19. Screaming Yellow Theatre (1970–1973)
Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
"Screaming Yellow Theatre" was a hosted horror movie show with Jerry G. Bishop as "Svengoolie".
Star: Jerry G. Bishop
Votes: 71
20. Garfield Goose and Friends (1952–1976)
Family
One of the best children's shows ever. Garfield Goose was the self-proclaimed "King of the United States". His front man, Frazier Thomas would translate whatever any of the hand puppets "... See full summary »
Star: Frazier Thomas
Votes: 62
21. Pirate TV (2012)
108 min | Comedy
Jean-Lou, Yasmina, Victor, Clara, Adonism and the others create their own TV channel. They especially want to make the revolution.
Director: Michel Leclerc | Stars: Félix Moati, Eric Elmosnino, Sara Forestier, Maïwenn
Votes: 445
22. The Magic Door (1962–1982)
30 min | Family, Music
A locally produced children's education show in the Chicago metropolitan area. It featured several puppet characters. The main character was the elf-like Tiny Tov, depicted by a live actor ... See full summary »
Stars: Larry Moran, Heather Holmberg, Michael Shepperd, Wendy Freeman
Votes: 26
23. Beyond Our Control (1968–1986)
Comedy, Music
"Beyond Our Control" was an Indiana sketch comedy show created and produced by local teenagers.
Stars: David Akins, Ellen Akins, Peter Akins, Joseph Aleo
Votes: 30
24. Captain 11 (1955–1996)
30 min | Family
The children's television show was produced locally at KELO-TV in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. As Captain 11, Dave Dedrick introduced cartoons and interviewed children in the studio. The show also featured games and contests.
Stars: Dave Dedrick, Scott Tomjack
Votes: 12
25. Steampipe Alley (1987– )
60 min | Family, Game-Show
Mario Cantone hosted this syndicated children's variety and game show.
Stars: Mario Cantone, Susan Adriensen, Jamie Sorrentini, Tina Vasile
Votes: 29
26. American Scary (2006)
Not Rated | 91 min | Documentary, Comedy, Horror
"American Scary" is a 2006 documentary look at horror hosting in the USA.
Director: John E. Hudgens | Stars: Mike Price, Joseph Fotinos, George Chastain, James Morrow
Votes: 397
27. J.P. Patches (1958–1981)
Family
This Seattle-based childrens' TV show detailed the adventures of Julius Pierpont (J.P.) Patches, who lived in a shack at - and was mayor of - the city dump. It ran from 1958 to 1981.
Stars: Chris Wedes, Jack Armstrong, Don Einarsen, Cy Flory
Votes: 84
28. The Uncle Al Show (1950–1985)
55 min | Family
A local Cincinnati TV show that ran until 1985, the longest local show in TV history. Musician and artist Al Lewis hosted the show "The Corner Drug Store." He would draw pictures and play ... See full summary »
Stars: Mike Tangi, Janet Green, Bob Shreve, Colin Male
Votes: 17
29. Arizona Highways (2004– )
30 min | Documentary
Arizona Highways Television series is the only locally produced, statewide non news program in both English and Spanish dedicated to highlighting the history, culture and uniqueness of our ... See full summary »
Stars: Crystal Bernard, Garth Brooks, John McCain, Robin Sewell
Votes: 50
30. That's Cat (1976–1979)
30 min
Ensemble children's show with skits led by host Alice Playten (and her friend named "Me") and random stories told by Whitman Mayo.
Stars: Tim Aguirre, Frank Cala, Alice Playten, Whitman Mayo
Votes: 45
31. It's Academic (1961– )
30 min | Game-Show
A weekly quiz game featuring three teams of high school students from their respective schools. Each team had three members, one of whom was captain. Each game consisted of four rounds. In ... See full summary »
Stars: Mac McGarry, Asher Morse, Katie Buenneke, Bruce Nahin
Votes: 22
32. Boomtown (1956–1974)
Family, Western
Boomtown was a children's television show that ran, on WBZ Channel 4 in Boston, for eighteen years. The host was Rex Trailer. It featured songs, rope tricks, cartoons and a weekly "wanted ... See full summary »
Stars: Brina, Bill O'Brien, Terrence Currier, Rex Trailer
Votes: 24
33. Whitney and the Robot (1979– )
30 min
A robot (4U2) is sent to the earth to learn more about it. The robot is discovered by Whitney, a cab driver. Along with Whitney's neighbor, Corky, a somewhat child-like adult, they ... See full summary »
Stars: Whitney Rydbeck, Buddy Douglas, Robert V. Greene, Bonita Allen
Votes: 11
34. Off Beat Cinema (1993– )
Action, Adventure, Comedy
Beatnik late-night-movie hosts wax philosophical at the Hungry Ear Coffeehouse, with the main topic of conversation being tonight's movie. Movie offerings range from B-movie schlock to forgotten classics and highbrow foreign films.
Stars: Tony Billoni, Constance Caldwell, Eddy Dobosiewicz, Jeffrey Roberts
Votes: 42
35. Dr. Death (1945)
Crime, Drama, Thriller
A four-part thriller. In the second episode there was a dope peddler named Dr. Mordaunt, while Mary Patton played a woman trying to save her husband from the electric chair by finding the real killer of a murdered actress.
Stars: Vinton Hayworth, Mary Patton
36. The Magic Window (1951–1994)
Family
An American children's television program broadcast on ABC affiliate WOI-TV in Ames, Iowa from 1951 to 1994.
Stars: Fred Kalamaja, Craighton Knau, Joy Munn, Betty Lou Varnum
37. The Yule Log (1966 TV Movie)
240 min | Family, Music
Four hours of a Yuletide fire, accompanied by some of the popular Christmas music of 1966.
Star: Richard N. Hughes
Votes: 76
39. TJ and the All Night Theatre (1977–1989)
Drama, Fantasy, Horror
"TJ and the All Night Theatre" was a hosted horror, science fiction and other RKO movie show with host Doug Heim as "TJ"; aired by WLUK-TV Channel 11 Green Bay Wisconsin from 1977 to 1982.
Star: Doug Heim
Votes: 9
41. Robert Campbell (1932– )
15 min | Music
A music program featuring tenor Robert Campbell, which aired on experimental mechanical television. It aired in a 15-minute time-slot.
Star: Robert Campbell
42. The Chicken Little Comedy Show (1972)
Comedy
A local sketch comedy series parodying movies, television shows, and news programs.
Stars: Stuart Birnbaum, David Hurwitz, Elisa Leonelli, Matt Neuman
43. The Funny Bunny (1954–1955)
30 min | Comedy
This was a children's series, which presented cartoon shorts and contests.
Star: Dick Noel
44. The Jack Sterling Show (1949– )
30 min | Music, News, Talk-Show
In one of the earliest daytime series, Sterling reads the news and does interviews. Additionally, there was music by Max Showalter.
Stars: Jack Sterling, Max Showalter, Dick Boone
45. At Home (1944–1945)
Music
A live television variety series, featuring singers, dancers, musicians, juggling acts, etc.
Star: Patquita Anderson
46. Uninvited Guest (1944 TV Movie)
Drama
A drama concerning a suspected ax murderer.
Director: Ray Nelson | Stars: Rolly Beston, Alastair Kyle, John McCarthy, Stuart Nedd
48. Gippsland's Path of Time (1962–1963)
10 min | Documentary, History
A series about the history of the Gippsland area.
Stars: Don Ewart, Ted Vardon
49. Tell the Truth (1964–1971)
30 min | Game-Show
The second Melbourne version of this enduring game show format.
Star: Michael Williamson
50. Ray Knight and the Odd Bodkins (1949– )
15 min | Comedy
A comedy show aired in a 15-minute time-slot. For example, when the line "he devoured the news every morning" was spoken, a Chinese man (played by a white actor) ate a copy of The New York Daily News.
Stars: Keene Crockett, Bill Keene, Ray Knight