Forgotten TV

40 Years Ago: The 1986 Network TV Campaigns

In this special episode of Forgotten TV, journey back to the fall of 1986, when NBC urged America to “Come Home,” ABC proclaimed, “We Belong Together,” and CBS asked view

Misfits of Science Declassified (1985-86)

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A Very Brady Podcast

In this special episode of Forgotten TV, dive into the origins, post-series afterlife, and cultural impact of The Brady Bunch. Beginning with 1969’s “The Voice of Christm

From Radio & TV Horror History… to The Darkroom (1981)

Step into the shadows with Forgotten TV as we uncover the eerie history behind ABC’s short-lived 1981 anthology series Darkroom, hosted by James Coburn. In this feature-

Earth II (1971)

In this episode, Forgotten TV explores the origins of humanity’s first space stations—both real and imagined. From the secret Soviet Almaz military program and America’s

Focus: Composer Lalo Schifrin

A look at the life and work of prolific Argentinian pianist, composer, and conductor Lalo Schifrin - who has contributed over 100 film/TV themes to our popular culture.

Focus: A Tribute to Alf Clausen

My tribute to legendary film/TV composer Alf Clausen, who provided 27 years of underscore music and original songs for The Simpsons, many of which will forever reside in

Popi (1975-76)

Popi debuted May 2, 1975 on CBS at 8/7pm Central. This sitcom pilot was based on the 1969 film Popi with Alan Arkin and Rita Moreno.  "Popi had a dream...and the only wa

Here's Boomer (1980) Special

The Forgotten TV website is relaunching with a completely new, modern look!  Daily content posted on Facebook, X/Twitter, or Bluesky Here's Boomer aired on NBC-TV first

The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries (1977)

The introduction of the Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew characters in 1927/1930 is considered, as well as the Nancy Drew 1938/39 Warner Brothers films; the Hardy Boys Mickey Mouse

Voyagers! (1982)

An episode by episode consideration of NBC's 1982 series Voyagers! starring Jon-Erik Hexum and Meeno Peluce. Series created by James D. Parriott. Followed by a full behin

Focus: The Tragic Death of Jon-Erik Hexum

An overview of the post-Voyagers roles of Jon-Erik Hexum and an extended look at his tragic death on the set of Cover Up. Part of an upcoming full podcast on NBC's Voyage

Focus: Composer Jerrold Immel

This is the first of a new podcast format that will focus on a segment broken out of the regular show. It is my hope these will expose Forgotten TV to a wider audience in

McLean Stevenson's Forgotten TV Shows

Podcast episode 57. An examination of the post-MASH work of McLean Stevenson, who chose to leave the series in 1975. Series considered include The McLean Stevenson Show,

Mazes and Monsters, The Satanic Panic, and Procter & Gamble

Podcast episode 56. An examination of the circumstances of the 1979 disappearance of James Dallas Egbert III and its significant impact on pop culture and society, inspir

Korg 70,000 B.C. (1974)

Podcast episode 55. A complete look at Korg 70,000 B.C. airing on ABC's 1974-75 Saturday morning lineup. Produced by Hanna-Barbera. Starring Jim Malinda, Bill Ewing, Naom

Monsters (1988)

Podcast episode 54. A complete look at Monsters, the syndicated series from Laurel Entertainment which ran 1988-1991. The origins of George Romero, Night of the Living De

More Animated Spin-Offs of Live-Action Shows: 1980s

Podcast episode 53. A trip through Saturday mornings of the 1980s with a focus on animated spin-offs or adaptations of live-action TV shows and characters. Background and

V: the Series (1984)

Podcast episode 52. A complete look at NBC's V: the Series from 1984-85. A full episode rundown, a look at the unfilmed finale, behind the scenes of production, and reviv

V (1983) and V-The Final Battle (1984)

Podcast episode 51. A complete look at 1983's V and 1984's V: The Final Battle! Originally airing on NBC, created by Kenneth Johnson.  V review and behind the scenes of