The Love Boat is a feel-good romantic comedy set on a luxury cruise ship in the Pacific Ocean. Each episode features three simultaneous storylines that revolve around the ship's crew and its diverse group of passengers. From hilarious mishaps to heartwarming romance, the show explores the ups and downs of life on the high seas.
Love, American Style is a TV show that delves into different stories of love and relationships in America. Each episode presents a new comedic tale, showcasing the ups and downs of romance, marriage, and male-female relationships. With a touch of humor and relatability, this anthology series explores the various facets of love in American culture.
The Twilight Zone is a renowned anthology series that delves into various mind-bending and thought-provoking storylines. Each episode presents a unique tale, often set in a world that is similar, yet different from our own. From eerie encounters with aliens and supernatural phenomena to futuristic scenarios and moral dilemmas, The Twilight Zone captivates viewers with its blend of suspense, surrealism, and social commentary.
In 73 B.C. during the last century of the Roman Republic, thousands of people are born enslaved to either the privileged class known as patricians or the wealthiest of the commoners, known as plebeians. One exceptionally strong slave in the rock mines of Libya, a Thracian named Spartacus, is regularly whipped for displaying his intelligence and pride. Spartacus survives brutal training as a gladiator and leads a violent revolt against the decadent Roman Republic, as the ambitious Crassus seeks to gain power by crushing the uprising. Along the way, Spartacus forms a united front that can sweep across the country, freeing other slaves and eventually escape over the sea to their homelands. However, their journey is not easy as they face challenges, betrayals, and sacrifices. Will Spartacus and his army be able to achieve their freedom and overcome the powerful Roman Empire?
The Philco Television Playhouse is an American anthology series that was broadcast live on NBC from 1948 to 1955. Produced by Fred Coe, the series was sponsored by Philco. It was one of the most respected dramatic shows of the Golden Age of Television, winning a 1954 Peabody Award and receiving eight Emmy nominations between 1951 and 1956.
Wagon Train follows the adventures of a group of settlers travelling through the American West in the 1860s. Along their journey, they face various challenges including conflicts with Native American tribes, harsh weather conditions, and encounters with outlaws. This classic Western TV show offers an authentic depiction of American history and addresses social issues prevalent in the 19th century.
Your Show of Shows was a live 90-minute variety show that was broadcast weekly in the United States on NBC, from February 25, 1950, until June 5, 1954, featuring Sid Caesar and Imogene Coca. Other featured performers were Carl Reiner, Howard Morris, Bill Hayes, Judy Johnson, The Hamilton Trio and the soprano Marguerite Piazza. José Ferrer made several guest appearances on the series. The series was telecast from the now-demolished International Theatre at 5 Columbus Circle and the Century Theater, now demolished, in New York. During 2002, Your Show of Shows was ranked #30 on TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time.
The Ten Commandments (1956) is a biblical epic that tells the story of Moses, an adopted Egyptian prince who becomes the chosen leader of the Hebrew slaves. Moses leads his people out of Egypt, defies the Pharaoh, and receives the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai.
Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre is an American anthology series, sponsored by Chrysler Corporation, which ran on NBC from 1963 through 1967. The show was hosted by Bob Hope, but it had a variety of formats, including musical, dramatic, and comedy.
After being tormented by a neighborhood bully, a young boy named Lucas is magically transformed into an ant. He must navigate the challenges of life in an ant colony, learning important lessons about friendship, bravery, and standing up for oneself. Along the way, he discovers the true meaning of family and embarks on a journey to save the ant colony from destruction.
Danny Ocean, a convicted thief, assembles a crew to steal money from three Las Vegas casinos owned by Terry Benedict, who is also the man that stole Danny's ex-wife. With the help of his crew, Danny orchestrates an intricate plan to infiltrate the casinos and execute the heist during a big boxing match. The team faces various challenges and obstacles along the way, but ultimately succeeds in stealing the money. In the end, Danny reunites with his ex-wife outside of prison.
A group of actors shooting a big-budget war movie are dropped into a real jungle by their director. They are forced to survive and become the soldiers they are portraying. Chaos ensues as they encounter real danger and the line between fiction and reality becomes blurred.
Roots is a compelling television miniseries that follows the story of an African-American family and their struggles through slavery, emphasizing the themes of racism, family, and freedom. Set in the 18th and 19th centuries, the series explores the harsh realities of slavery, the cruelty inflicted upon slaves, and their fight for liberation.
In a magically realistic version of Toronto, a young man must defeat his new girlfriend's seven evil exes one by one in order to win her heart.
The 20th Century Fox Hour is an American drama anthology series televised in the United States on CBS from 1955 to 1957. Some of the shows in this series were restored, remastered and shown on the Fox Movie Channel in 2002 under the title Hour of Stars. The season one episode Overnight Haul, starring Richard Conte and Lizabeth Scott, was released in Australia as a feature film.
A Las Vegas casino magnate, Donald Sinclair, creates a race for money, where the winners are given a key to a locker in Silver City, New Mexico, containing $2 million cash. Unbeknownst to the racers, Sinclair's wealthy patrons are placing bets on the winner. Among the racers are scheming twins, a businesswoman and her estranged mother, a disgraced football referee, an eccentric Italian tourist, and a no-nonsense attorney. Hijinks ensue as they encounter various obstacles and compete to be the first to claim the money. Eventually, all the racers reunite in Silver City, where they decide to give the money to charity, forcing Sinclair and his gamblers to pay double the prize money.
The Adventures of Tintin follows the story of a young journalist named Tintin and his loyal dog Snowy. They find a model ship with a hidden clue that leads them on a thrilling treasure hunt. Along the way, they encounter dangerous villains, navigate through exotic locations, and unravel a centuries-old mystery. Can Tintin and Snowy outwit their enemies and find the sunken treasure before it falls into the wrong hands?
Alfred Hitchcock Presents is an anthology series hosted by Alfred Hitchcock, featuring episodes that focus on crime, drama, and mystery. Each episode begins and ends with Hitchcock's signature wit and style.
When a 747 collides with a small plane, the pilot of the 747, Nancy Pryor, is forced to take over the controls and prevent the plane from crashing. With the help of a crew on the ground, Nancy fights against all odds to bring the damaged plane and its passengers to safety.
Three years after the Bellagio heist, Terry Benedict finds the Ocean's eleven crew and demands they return his money with interest. With only two weeks to repay the debt, Danny Ocean and his team plan another heist in Europe to steal a valuable stock certificate. However, a rival thief known as the Night Fox is also after the same object, leading to a challenge to determine the better thief. Agent Isabel Lahiri, a detective with a personal connection to one of the crew members, tries to stop them. Despite setbacks and captures, the team manages to outwit their rivals and successfully complete the heist. In the end, they reunite for a poker night and celebrate their freedom.