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  1. On This Day January 8 1982 - Final Episode of Behind the Screen Aired on Television

    On This Day January 8 1982 - Final Episode of Behind the Screen Aired on Television

    On this day January 8 1982, the final episode of Behind the Screen aired on television, bringing an end to the short lived series that focused on the people and production processes behind television and film. The show offered viewers a behind the scenes look at how entertainment was created...
  2. On This Day January 8 1987 - Final Episode of I Married Dora Aired on Television

    On This Day January 8 1987 - Final Episode of I Married Dora Aired on Television

    On this day January 8 1987, the final episode of I Married Dora aired on television, bringing an end to the short lived NBC sitcom. The series centered on a businessman who marries his undocumented housekeeper to prevent her deportation, leading to culture clash driven comedy and workplace based...
  3. On This Day January 8 1987 - Shell Game Premiered on CBS

    On This Day January 8 1987 - Shell Game Premiered on CBS

    On this day January 8 1987, Shell Game premiered on CBS, introducing a crime drama centered on deception undercover work and psychological strategy. The series followed a former con artist who uses his skills to help law enforcement solve complex cases, blending crime solving with themes of...
  4. On This Day January 7 1982 - Fame Premiered on NBC

    On This Day January 7 1982 - Fame Premiered on NBC

    On this day January 7 1982, Fame premiered on NBC, bringing a music and dance driven drama to prime time television. Set at a performing arts high school in New York City, the series followed students and teachers as they pursued creative ambition while facing personal challenges. Fame stood...
  5. On This Day January 7 1985 - Time Machine Premiered on NBC

    On This Day January 7 1985 - Time Machine Premiered on NBC

    On this day January 7 1985, Time Machine premiered on NBC, introducing a game show built around trivia questions tied to historical dates and past events. Contestants were challenged to match knowledge with memory as the show leaned into nostalgia and factual recall rather than fast paced...
  6. On This Day January 7 1987 - Final Episode of You Again? Aired on Television

    On This Day January 7 1987 - Final Episode of You Again? Aired on Television

    On this day January 7 1987, the final episode of You Again? aired on television, bringing an end to the short lived sitcom centered on a divorced couple forced to coexist after the ex husband marries his former wife’s best friend. The series leaned heavily on relationship driven comedy and...
  7. On This Day January 7 1989 - USA Up All Night Premiered on the USA Network

    On This Day January 7 1989 - USA Up All Night Premiered on the USA Network

    On this day January 7 1989, USA Up All Night premiered on the USA Network, introducing a late night programming block that blended sketch comedy hosted segments and cult movie presentations. The show quickly became known for its playful tone low budget charm and irreverent humor that appealed to...
  8. On This Day January 7 1989 - Bordertown Premiered on The Family Channel

    On This Day January 7 1989 - Bordertown Premiered on The Family Channel

    On this day January 7 1989, Bordertown premiered on The Family Channel, introducing a western themed drama series set in the early twentieth century along the Canadian American border. The show blended frontier justice family life and moral conflict, offering a more grounded and traditional...
  9. On This Day January 7 1989 - Final Episode of ALF The Animated Series Aired

    On This Day January 7 1989 - Final Episode of ALF The Animated Series Aired

    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 backstory humor and sci fi themed...
  10. On This Day January 6 1980 - Skag Premiered on NBC

    On This Day January 6 1980 - Skag Premiered on NBC

    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 of deep cover police work...
  11. On This Day January 6 1984 - Blue Thunder Premiered on ABC

    On This Day January 6 1984 - Blue Thunder Premiered on ABC

    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 urban environment. Blue Thunder...
  12. On This Day January 6 1986 - A Revival of Card Sharks Premiered on CBS

    On This Day January 6 1986 - A Revival of Card Sharks Premiered on CBS

    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 audience friendly...
  13. On This Day January 6 1986 - Bruce Forsyths Hot Streak Premiered on ABC

    On This Day January 6 1986 - Bruce Forsyths Hot Streak Premiered on ABC

    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 that...
  14. On This Day January 5 1980 - Final Episode of A New Kind of Family Aired on Television

    On This Day January 5 1980 - Final Episode of A New Kind of Family Aired on Television

    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 becoming more visible...
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    A Special Look Back at Zoobilee Zoo and the Love That Kept It Alive

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Spotlight A Special Look Back at Zoobilee Zoo and the Love That Kept It Alive. Please add to the discussion here.
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  16. A Special Look Back at Zoobilee Zoo and the Love That Kept It Alive

    A Special Look Back at Zoobilee Zoo and the Love That Kept It Alive

    Sometimes something truly meaningful from the 1980s returns to remind us just how powerful creativity, dedication, and heart can be. Zoobilee Zoo was one of those unforgettable shows that did so much more than entertain. It encouraged imagination, kindness, creativity, and joy, becoming a...
  17. On This Day January 4 1985 - Street Hawk Premiered on ABC

    On This Day January 4 1985 - Street Hawk Premiered on ABC

    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 to fight crime...
  18. On This Day January 4 1988 - Blackout Premiered on CBS

    On This Day January 4 1988 - Blackout Premiered on CBS

    On this day January 4 1988, Blackout premiered on CBS, introducing a fast paced word based game show built around problem solving and time pressure. Contestants worked to solve puzzles while parts of the answers were hidden, forcing players to think quickly and strategically as clues were...
  19. On This Day January 4 1984 - Night Court Premiered on NBC

    On This Day January 4 1984 - Night Court Premiered on NBC

    On this day January 4 1984, Night Court premiered on NBC, introducing a fast paced courtroom comedy set during the overnight shift of a New York municipal court. The series stood out immediately for its eccentric characters rapid fire humor and absurd situations that pushed beyond traditional...
  20. On This Day January 4 1982 - The Elephant Man Aired on ABC as a Made For TV Movie

    On This Day January 4 1982 - The Elephant Man Aired on ABC as a Made For TV Movie

    On this day January 4 1982, The Elephant Man aired on ABC as a made for TV movie, bringing a powerful and emotional story to a prime time audience. The film focused on compassion dignity and human understanding, presenting a dramatic portrayal that emphasized empathy over spectacle. The...
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