Throughout the decades, major networks like NBC, ABC, and CBS used to deluge viewers with diverse TV shows, from police procedurals to sitcoms. Despite the era’s technological limitations, many iconic TV shows captivated audiences during that time. Some of them give modern TV shows a run for their money! The quest for the next blockbuster show led to fierce competition among networks, spawning numerous short-lived TV shows. Even with star power, many shows vanished quickly, leaving a treasure trove of classics waiting to be rediscovered. We’re here today to walk down memory lane through these nostalgic TV shows of past decades.
#1: My Favorite Martian (1963-1966)
Premiering on Sep 29, 1963, My Favorite Martian captivated with Ray Walston and Bill Bixby’s cosmic antics over three seasons. With a $70,000 budget per episode, it reflected the 1960s’ fascination with extraterrestrial life amidst the space race.
Produced by Jack Chertok and created by John L. Greene, My Favorite Martian boasted 107 episodes across three seasons. The tale of a reporter sheltering a human-like alien charmed many, drawing parallels with ‘I Dream of Jeannie’ and ‘Bewitched’, despite a third-season ratings dip.