On this day January 7 1989, the final episode of ALF: The Animated Series aired on television, bringing an end to the animated expansion of the popular sitcom character. The series explored ALF’s life on his home planet of Melmac, using animation to dive into
On this day January 6 1986, Peter Bergman, best known at the time for his role on All My Children, appeared in a television commercial for Vicks Formula cough medicine. During the ad, Bergman delivered a line that would become one of the most recognizable
On this day January 6 1984, Blue Thunder premiered on ABC, bringing a high intensity action series to prime time television. Based on the feature film, the show centered on an advanced police helicopter and the elite pilots tasked with fighting crime in a modern
On this day January 6 1980, Skag premiered on NBC, introducing a gritty crime drama centered on an undercover narcotics officer working the streets of Los Angeles. The series aimed for a realistic and hard edged tone, focusing on drug enforcement and the personal toll
On this day January 6 1986, a revived version of Card Sharks premiered on CBS, bringing the popular card based guessing game back to daytime television. The show challenged contestants to predict whether the next card would be higher or lower, combining probability strategy and
On this day January 6 1986, Bruce Forsyth’s Hot Streak premiered on ABC, introducing a fast moving daytime game show built around luck timing and escalating prize money. Hosted by Bruce Forsyth, the series featured contestants answering questions while trying to maintain a winning streak
On this day January 5 1980, the final episode of A New Kind of Family aired on television, bringing an end to the short lived family sitcom. The series focused on a blended household navigating everyday life and relationships, reflecting changing family structures that were
On this day January 5 1980, the final episode of Scooby Doo and Scrappy Doo aired on television, closing out an era of Saturday morning animation that carried familiar characters into a new generation. The series expanded the classic Scooby Doo formula by adding Scrappy
On this day January 5 1980, the final episode of Spider-Woman aired on television, bringing an end to the short lived animated superhero series. The show centered on Jessica Drew, a government agent who gained superhuman abilities, blending action adventure with mystery and science fiction
On this day January 4 1985, Street Hawk premiered on ABC, introducing a high speed action series built around a futuristic motorcycle and a lone law enforcement hero. The show centered on a former police officer recruited for a secret government project, using advanced technology