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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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In is a sketch comedy TV show that aired from 1967 to 1973. Known for its fast-paced format, the show featured an ensemble cast that performed a variety of comedic skits, monologues, musical numbers, and more. It was known for its absurdist humor, social satire, and biting commentary on current events and political issues.
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.
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.
The Goodyear Television Playhouse is an American anthology series that was telecast live on NBC from 1951 to 1957 during the "Golden Age of Television". Sponsored by Goodyear, Goodyear alternated sponsorship with Philco, and the Philco Television Playhouse was seen on alternate weeks. In 1955, the title was shortened to The Goodyear Playhouse and it aired on alternate weeks with The Alcoa Hour. The three series were essentially the same, with the only real difference being the name of the sponsor. Producer Fred Coe nurtured and encouraged a group of young, mostly unknown writers that included Robert Alan Aurthur, George Baxt, Paddy Chayefsky, Horton Foote, Howard Richardson, Tad Mosel and Gore Vidal. Notable productions included Chayefsky's Marty starring Rod Steiger, Chayefsky's The Bachelor Party, Vidal's Visit to a Small Planet, Richardson's Ark of Safety and Foote's The Trip to Bountiful. From 1957 to 1960, it became a taped, half-hour series titled Goodyear Theater, seen on Mondays at 9:30pm.
The Jane Wyman Show is an American anthology drama series that ran on NBC from 1955 to 1958.
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.
The Dick Powell Show is an American anthology series that ran on NBC from 1961- 1963, primarily sponsored by the Reynolds Metals Company. It was hosted by longtime film star Dick Powell until his death from lymphatic cancer on January 2, 1963, then by a series of guest hosts until the series ended. The first of these was Gregory Peck, who began the January 8 program with a tribute to Powell, recognizing him as "a great and good friend to our industry." Peck was followed by fellow actors such as Robert Mitchum, Frank Sinatra, Glenn Ford, Charles Boyer, Jackie Cooper, Rock Hudson, Milton Berle, Jack Lemmon, Dean Martin, Robert Taylor, Steve McQueen, David Niven, Danny Thomas, Robert Wagner and John Wayne.
The Hitchhiker is a suspenseful anthology series that follows various individuals who find themselves in dangerous situations while hitchhiking. Each episode explores themes of morality, violence, revenge, and obsession, often culminating in a surprising ending. The series is known for its chilling opening and closing narrations, as well as its unique storytelling style.
Letter to Loretta is an American anthology drama series telecast on NBC from September 1953 to June 1961 for a total of 165 episodes. The filmed show was hosted by Loretta Young who also played the lead in various episodes. Letter to Loretta was sponsored by Procter & Gamble from 1953 through 1960. The final season's sponsor was Warner-Lambert's Listerine.
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.
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.
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.
Playhouse 90 is an American television anthology series that was telecast on CBS from 1956 to 1960 for a total of 133 episodes. It originated from CBS Television City in Los Angeles, California. Since live anthology drama series of the mid-1950s were usually hour-long shows, the title highlighted the network's intention to present something unusual, a weekly series of hour-and-a-half dramas rather than 60-minute plays. Playhouse 90 began as a pitch by Frank Stanton—the formidable, forward-thinking right-hand man to CBS chairman William S. Paley—during a brainstorming session for program ideas. The project was ultimately developed by Hubbell Robinson, a CBS vice president who received no screen credit on Playhouse 90 but is often described as its creator.
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?
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.