#ClassicTV

2025-11-25

Tonight in 1977 — CBS celebrated the 20th anniversary of the founding of Hanna-Barbera w/ a special hosted by Gene Kelly.

Two hours of H-B cartoons in primetime on Thanksgiving night. What a time to be alive.

#ClassicTV #1970sTV #Animation

A TV Guide ad for YABBA DABBA DOO: THE HAPPY WORLD OF HANNA-BARBERA, a salute to the partnership of William Hanna and Joseph Barbera.
2025-11-22

Here are 10 things you should know about Lee Patrick, born 124 years ago today. She was a versatile character actress in the theatre, pictures, radio and TV. #OldMovies #ClassicMovies #ClassicHollywood #FilmNoir #ClassicBroadway #OldTimeRadio #ClassicTV #CharacterActrreses

2025-11-22

Maude (Bea Arthur) chose to have an abortion on MAUDE on this date in 1972.

GOLDEN GIRLS creator Susan Harris wrote this relatable two-part episode wherein Maude and her husband (Bill Macy) make the decision together.

Such was the power of Norman Lear that he could present an honest portrayal of choice on primetime network TV 53 years ago.

#ClassicTV #1970sTV #ProChoice

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2025-11-21

Heidi Mark guest-starred as Holly, who the very clumsy amateur photographer wanted as a model.

Season 6 Episode 19 "Forbidden Paradise"

#Baywatch #Beautiful #lvdlpx #Babe #Lucy #90s #The90s #ClassicTV #hot #sexy #Sheila #Fox #Hawaii #HeidiMark #Lei #Luau #Blonde #RandomBaywatch #ForbiddenParadise

2025-11-21

Kaye Ballard (1925-2019) was born 100 years ago today.

If you'd like to celebrate the centenary of one of the 20th century's great troupers, Tubi has a delightful documentary filled w/ familiar faces and vintage clips.

tubitv.com/movies/694624/kaye-

#ClassicTV #BOTD #KayeBallard

2025-11-21

Happy 52nd to A CHARLIE BROWN THANKSGIVING.

The tenth PEANUTS special debuted on CBS #OTD in 1973.

Creator Charles M. Schulz won an Emmy for the teleplay.

#ClassicTV #1970sTV #CharlieBrown

2025-11-21

Here are 10 things you should know about Reginald Denny, born 134 years ago today. He enjoyed success as a leading man and later a character actor in the theatre, pictures and television. #OldMovies #ClassicMovies #ClassicHollywood #ClassicBroadway #classicTV #ClassicBroadway #BritishActors

2025-11-20

Happy 66th to ROCKY & BULLWINKLE!

Jay Ward's animated Cold War satire debuted Nov 19, 1959 as ROCKY & HIS FRIENDS starring June Foray (Rocky/Natasha), Bill Scott (Bullwinkle/Mr. Peabody), Paul Frees (Boris), Walter Tetley (Sherman) and William Conrad + Edward Everett Horton (narrators).

#Animation #ClassicTV #RockyAndBullwinkle

The 1961 cast album of ROCKY & HIS FRIENDS from Golden Records.
2025-11-19

Tonight in 1973 — THE THANKSGIVING TREASURE aired on CBS.

Jason Robards and Lisa Lucas starred in this profoundly moving follow-up to THE HOUSE WITHOUT A CHRISTMAS TREE.

Written by Gail Rock, who adapted her 1970s TV specials into the Addie Mills series of children's books.

On YouTube: youtu.be/zLSiiukI7l0?si=dtQnPg

#ClassicTV #1970sTV #books

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2025-11-19
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2025-11-18

still one of the most subversive TV openings ever

youtube.com/watch?v=8CtjhWhw2I8

2025-11-18

Here are 10 things you should know about Mischa Auer, born 120 years ago today. He enjoyed success in the theatre, pictures, radio and television. #OldMovies #ClassicMovies #ClassicHollywood #PrecodeMovies #ClassicBroadway #OldTimeRadio #ClassicTV #CharacterActors

2025-11-16

MR. MAGOO’S ROBIN HOOD debuted on NBC this week in 1964.

Jim Backus co-starred w/ voice legend Paul Frees in this excellent animated adaptation (which is witty, but played mostly straight).

Produced by UPA and directed by Abe Levitow (MR. MAGOO'S CHRISTMAS CAROL) for the TV series THE FAMOUS ADVENTURES OF MR. MAGOO.

Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/PTWl_zupw20?si=ehCAoN

#Animation #ClassicTV #1960sTV

2025-11-14

No new video today, but that doesn't mean we can't rewind to some of the cool stuff from earlier in the year, such as this slice of #ClassicTV goodness. Have been hoping to do more like this one, but it's *very* production-labor-intensive. youtube.com/watch?v=CpZHN2UA2Gw

The title graphic from the 1972 television series "Search", showing the logo in a retro high-tech font over two polar projection maps of the Earth.

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