On this day March 7 1988 the sci-fi mystery series Probe premiered on ABC. Created by Isaac Asimov and Michael Wagner the show followed scientific genius Austin James played by Parker Stevenson as he used his intellect to solve unusual and complex cases. Ashley Crow
On this day March 7 1989 the romantic comedy series Anything But Love premiered on ABC. Starring Richard Lewis and Jamie Lee Curtis the show followed two Chicago-based magazine writers whose professional relationship was complicated by their growing romantic tension. The witty dialogue and strong
On this day March 7 1986 the final episode of Diff’rent Strokes aired bringing an end to the beloved sitcom after eight seasons and 189 episodes. The show followed the lives of Arnold and Willis Jackson two brothers from Harlem adopted by wealthy businessman Phillip
On this day March 7 1983 the final episode of the teen sitcom Square Pegs aired on CBS. Starring Sarah Jessica Parker and Amy Linker the series followed two awkward high school freshmen trying to fit in with the popular crowd. Mixing humor with relatable
On this day March 7 1983 the short lived comedy series Small & Frye premiered on CBS. The show followed the adventures of a detective duo with a unique twist. One of them could shrink down to six inches tall. Starring Darren McGavin as Nick
On this day March 7 1983 The Nashville Network officially launched bringing country music programming and Southern culture to television. Known as TNN the network featured a mix of country music performances talk shows motor racing and outdoor lifestyle programs quickly becoming a go to
On this day March 6 1982 the drama series Chicago Story premiered on NBC. The show attempted to blend multiple perspectives by following doctors lawyers and police officers as they navigated the challenges of life in Chicago. Featuring an ensemble cast and a mix of
On this day March 6 1983 Country Music Television officially launched becoming the first 24-hour network dedicated solely to country music. Known as CMT the channel gave country artists a platform to showcase their music videos interviews and exclusive performances helping to expand the genre’s
On this day March 6 1984 the sitcom a.k.a. Pablo premiered on ABC. Starring comedian Paul Rodriguez the show followed the life of a struggling Mexican American stand-up comedian trying to balance his career with the expectations of his large traditional family. Despite its attempt
On this day March 6 1988 the crime drama series In the Heat of the Night premiered on NBC. Based on the 1967 film and 1965 novel of the same name the show starred Carroll O’Connor as Chief Bill Gillespie and Howard Rollins as Detective