Stump Archive -- 2001
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STUMP THE SHARK
Stump Archive
2001
Every question that's ever been asked and answered this year. Dazzle your friends! Stump The Shark!
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December 31, 2001
Bartboy asked:
"There was an old show I think on ABC about some one named Judy that joined the navy about ten years ago, what was the name of the show?"
The answer is...
"Private Benjamin (and it wasn't the Navy)."
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December 30, 2001
Jacqueline asked:
"What is the name of the city where the 4077th is in Korea???"
The answer is...
"Ouijonvu" (not sure about spelling)
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December 29, 2001
Kate asked:
"What was the show starring a twisty, yellow and black spotted animated creature called? I think it was on in the early 90's."
The answer is...
"Talespin. And the creature was Marsupilami."
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December 27, 2001
Catherine asked:
"What show did The Partridge Family spin off? It starred Bobby Sherman and Wes Stern as songwriters."
The answer is...
"Getting Together"
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December 26, 2001
Irene asked:
"What was the name of Grizzly Adams' sidekick, the old trapper guy??"
The answer is...
"Mad Jack, played by Denver Pyle from The Dukes of Hazzard".
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December 20, 2001
Mike asked:
"A friend and I remember watching a cartoon as kids back in the mid-late 80's, which featured characters going through rain forests looking for the Lost City of Gold. Does anyone remember this?"
The answer is...
"The Mysterious Cities of Gold"
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December 19, 2001
Scott asked:
"What composer's record did Winchester smash in the last episode of M*A*S*H*?"
The answer is...
"Mozart"
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December 18, 2001
Uncledonnie13456 asked:
"What was the name of the original boss on the short-lived ABC sitcom "Norm"?"
The answer is...
"Mr. Curtis"
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December 17, 2001
D. Jacobsen asked:
I think there was a show on in the 70's that starred Lance Kerwin from "James at 16" and Glenn Ford. It had a theme song that had the words, "take me back where I can see....", or something like that. It took in the 30's 40's and the sister (I think) had TB. Did this show exist or did I dream it? What was the show's name and who else starred in it?"
The answer is...
"The Family Holvak, also starring Julie Harris."
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December 16, 2001
MattManNWO asked:
"I remember about 2 years ago or so there was a game show on NBC that gave challengers a task and they had a week to go over it and try to practice it. Then on the show they had to complete it. One of the tasks someone had to do was study the whole Pi Chart (Ex: 3.16.... and so on) (Its a math formula) and they had to perform it and say the whole Pi formula (It was over 75 numbers) in the studio to win $500,000 or something like that. Then in one episode they picked someone in the crowd to go backstage and learn from professionals how to cry on command. If that person did it he would win $1,000 or something like that. I loved that show and I forgot the title."
The answer is...
"The Big Moment"
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December 15, 2001
Jamie asked:
"There was this show, I think in the early '80's, about these three brothers. They owned a bar or something, and one of them was gay, but not flaming (like every other gay man on television around that time). That's all I can remember! Any ideas what this show was called and who was in it?"
The answer is...
"Brothers"
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December 14, 2001
Tolyri12 asked:
"I have a vague memory of a late-80's show involving park rangers rescuing people in the Sierra Nevada mountains. I know the show had three guys from the same family (a father and 2 sons?), but I can't for the life of me remember their last name of the actors, or the name of the show. Help?"
The answer is...
"'High Mountain Rangers' with the Conrads."
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December 12, 2001
Kendal asked:
"What is the name of the sit com that had a single woman and her British butler? It isn’t Mr. Belvedere, but was on a year or so earlier. On episode revolved about the British Butler making tacos for Japanese tourists."
The answer is...
"The Two of Us"
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December 11, 2001
Mnpagano asked
"In the middle to late seventies their was a show I remember seeing only on holiday mornings (probably because I was in school when it aired during the week) about 4 or 5 old men who make a deal with the devil and become teenagers again. As I recall, the subject of the show was them trying to undo their wish, and become old again. Do you remember what this was called, how long it ran and when?"
The answer is...
"Kick the Can (Based on the old Twilight Zone episode-lasted 1 month)" -Thanks to D. Wake
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December 10, 2001
Diane asked:
"What was Julie Brown's last show? (Not Downtown Julie the other one: Big Breasts, Red Hair, does alota "Valley Girl" Acts)"
The answer is...
"Strip Mall"
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December 9, 2001
BryanRickLinda asked:
"There was a show, maybe 10 years ago on T.G.I.F, it was when Perfect Strangers was still on, I think. It had the guy from Ferris Bullers Day off....Cameron...it had two couples....I think both of the women were blonde. Do you know what it is?"
The answer is...
"Going Places"
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December 8, 2001
Mike asked:
""What was the name of the D.A. on 'Law & Order' in the very first episode/pilot? It was not Steven Hill as Adam Schiff."
The answer is...
"Roy Thinnes as DA Adam Wentworth" -Thanks to ASyscoKid
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December 7, 2001
Lynn asked:
"There was a show on ABC's T.G.I.F line up around the early 90's that involved two families living together. Each was headed by a single mother, one black one white. It may have only aired for a few episodes, i'm not sure. And I think the mother of the black family was aunt rachel of Family Matters. Does anyone know the name of this show?"
The answer is...
"Getting By"
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December 6, 2001
Jessica asked:
"Big Shirley was a waitress on the 70's sitcom What's Happening?. What was the line she would always say to Rerun, Rodger and Dewane when they were goofing off at her table in the restaurant? They would always show a close up of her face when she said it."
The answer is...
"Shut up, fool!" -Thanks to Marcus
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December 5, 2001
Rob asked:
"I remember watching a space show on TV in the very early 60's that had Commander McCaulley as one of the main characters. He wore a white pilot's helmet with his name across the front, above the glass visor. They had a "moon base" and in one episode, Cdr. McCaulley was blinded when the Sun rose over the horizon of an asteroid he was walking on. No one I know remembers this show and they think I'm making it up. Anyone know the name of the program?"
The answer is...
"Men Into Space"
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December 4, 2001
Bouwzer asked:
"What was the name of the sci-fi show in the early 80's that Lou Gossett Jr played in where he, a guardian of teenage prince (of some other planet) got their spaceship stranded on earth? The prince had telekenetic powers and the show didn't last that long."
The answer is...
"The Powers of Matthew Star"
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December 3, 2001
Labefeld asked:
"On Knight Rider what was the name of Michael Knight's evil twin? And the evil twin's car?"
The answer is...
"The twin was Garth, and his evil tractor-trailer was Goliath."
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December 2, 2001
Gayle asked:
"What was the name of the dog Dharma had as a kid?"
The answer is...
"Doobie"
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December 1, 2001
Rich asked:
"What was Jed Clampett's wife's name?"
The answer is...
"Rose Ellen". Thanks to Leon
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November 27, 2001
BPowers asked:
"The Brady kids auditioned for a TV commercial aimed at selling detergent. What was the name of the detergent that was being sold?"
The answer is...
"SAFE"
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November 26, 2001
Rob asked:
"There was a kids game show on Nickelodeon when I was a kid (late 80's or early 90's). All I remember is that the show took place in a mocked up house, and as part of the game the kids had to ransack the rooms looking for something. Does anyone remember what this show was called?"
The answer is...
"Finders Keepers"
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November 24, 2001
Louise asked:
"What are the 3 other names used most often to address Buddy Lawrence by the other family members on the show 'Family'?"
The answer is...
"Willie called her Peaches. Mom called her Tizzy-Lish. The third is still stumping..." -Thanks to Hipstermomma
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November 23, 2001
Kei7th asked:
"In what comedy series was Mrs. Poole the next door neighbor?"
The answer is...
"The Hogan Family. It was Edie McClurg."
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November 21, 2001
Gary asked:
"What were Cousin Oliver's first words?"
The answer is...
"Cousin Oliver's first words were "Hi everybody", when Carol introduced him to the family. Then, everyone wanted to do things with him straight away, and Carol objected. Then, he said "Oh, that's ok, I don't mind being popular." -Thanks to Coconut
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November 19, 2001
John asked:
"In F Troop, what NJ town does Cpl. Agarn cast the deciding absentee vote for mayor (and Sgt. O'Rourke sees one of his many opportunities)?"
The answer is...
"Passaic, NJ"
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November 18, 2001
ShariTen asked:
"I remember a show back in the sixties or the seventies, where this girl lives with her dad in a house. Her dad was a cartoonist played by Jason Robard ( I think ) and his drawings would come to life somehow. Does anyone remember this show, and if so, what year(s) it was on?"
The answer is...
"'My World and Welcome to it', with William Windom, 1969-70"
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November 16, 2001
Roland asked:
"A former Diff'rent Strokes cast member played in a little known music group in the 1990's. Who was the cast member, what was the name of the group and what instrument did they play?"
The answer is...
"Danny Cooksey had a band, "Bad for Good," in which he sang lead vocals."
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November 15, 2001
Pat asked:
"What was the name of the show that Mario Lopez (AC Slater from Saved by the Bell) hosted during the mid 90's that was like an American Gladiators for kids? The only other thing I can remember is that kids had to climb a huge pyramid and to get food for the daily food groups."
The answer is...
"Masters of the Maze"
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November 14, 2001
Pat asked:
"How did The Jeffersons get their financial windfall to help them expand the dry-cleaning business and move on up to the East Side?"
The answer is...
"He was injured while on a NYC bus that had an accident. The lawsuit money let him buy his first dry cleaning store." -Thanks to Mike
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November 13, 2001
Chris asked:
"What was the name of that TV show where this guy has all these powers like running faster than cars, climbing walls like Spiderman and all kinds of other stuff but when he saw the color red all his powers stopped working? I think he was a cop. It must have been on in the 80's or early 90's because I can only remember a few parts of certain shows."
The answer is...
"SuperFuzz"
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November 12, 2001
Shannon asked:
"There was a show that took different Disney movie clips and added music over the scenes. The show started out with 1950ish cartoons dancing in a Malt Shop with a jukebox there. Please tell me the name of this show."
The answer is...
"DTV"
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November 11, 2001
Shramdogg asked:
"What is the name of the show that Dave Coulier was on b4 he was joey on full house?? it was on nickelodeon and he always said, "cut it out"...when i was young i thought it was really funny...please tell me!"
The answer is...
"Out of Control!"
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November 10, 2001
Eag1224 asked:
"What was the name of the Vatican newspaper that Father Guido Sarducci wrote for as its "gossip columnist" on Saturday Night Live?"
The answer is...
"L'Osservatore romano"
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November 9, 2001
Maria asked:
"There was a great show on network tv, briefly, when I was in college - I think it must have been 1987-1989. It followed a group of friends from high school, through college, and into "grown up" years. Each episode was comprised of flashbacks to their younger years - following a common theme. I think one episode dealt with drug use, etc. It didn't last long, maybe just one season. Any idea of what it was called?"
The answer is...
"Almost Grown" -Thanks to Steph and Michael
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November 8, 2001
Wayne asked:
"What was the name of the show during the mid-80's that featured a guy that was a computer hologram and his cursor created his transportation (car, plane, or helicopter)? He would fade when people used their appliances in the early morning hours. All of his work had to be done at night."
The answer is...
"Automan"
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November 6, 2001
Gary asked:
"This show was aired in the mid 80's, somewhere around 1984. The main character could become any type of animal. He would become a different type of animal to help save the day. The promotion for the show was picked up by a fast-food chain and the passed out little holograms that would switch between the main character and different animals. What was the name of this show?"
The answer is...
"Manimal"
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November 5, 2001
William asked
"On the tv series, Mork and Mindy, what was the name and story of the haunted house that Mindy inherited that drove Mork to go nuts? It was also used as a hide-out for Exidor (Robert Donner)."
The answer is...
"The house was the Laughlin (Laughlett?) house. It was her father's home and she was selling it for him. The ghosts were Lucinda, (unknown) and her mother. Apparently Mindy was having second thoughts on selling it and her mother's spirit reminded her that selling it did not mean losing your memories." -Thanks to Russell
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November 4, 2001
Suzanne B asked:
"There was a game show, within the past 10 years that I'm trying to remember. It had different families competing. They had to complete different challenges. One family had to memorize a scene from a Shakespeare play. They checked back with them throughout the process and then the last night, they had to complete the task live on air. Another family had to shoot hockey pucks at plates and break a certain amount within a specific time. Any idea what this show was called?"
The answer is...
"The Big Moment"
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November 3, 2001
Janet asked:
"The Dukes of Hazzard was a spin-off of what 1970's movie which also starred what Little Rascals actor?"
The answer is...
"'Moonrunners,' starring George 'Spanky' McFarland"
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November 2, 2001
Janet asked:
"A western called Laramie where the characters name was Jess Harper (the actor was recently in a Walker, Texas Ranger episode playing and aged ranger.) There was also another man, blond, can't remember the characters name. Who was that?"
The answer is...
"The blond fellow who was Jess Harper's sidekick was Slim Sherman, played by John Smith." -Thanks to Tony
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November 1, 2001
Jean asked:
"What 80's sitcom did Pee Wee Herman make an unlikely guest appearance on? The show involved Pee Wee and the two main characters being held hostage by a thief in a toy store."
The answer is...
"227"
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October 30, 2001
Jay asked:
"I have a vague memory of a late-80's show involving park rangers (?) rescuing people in the Sierra Nevada mountains. I know the show had three guys from the same family (a father and 2 sons?), but I can't for the life of me remember their last name of the actors, or the name of the show."
The answer is...
"High Mountain Rangers" with Robert Conrad and sons.
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October 27, 2001
Chuck asked:
"What was the name of Gomer Pyle's Dog?"
The answer is...
"There was an episode where Gomer was to work with a dog named Killer. He re-named the dog Limley-Gilbert and the dog lost all of his "Marine fight." He had to be turned into a pet for one of the officer's kids." -Thanks to Paul P.
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October 26, 2001
Jody asked:
"Early eighties (maybe very late seventies), a cable sitcom about a woman who worked as a receptionist at a record company. I think the actresses name was Diana Varona; remember she won on Star Search a few times. Does anyone know what show I'm talking about?"
The answer is...
"Throb" (starring Diana Canova)
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October 25, 2001
Jessica asked:
"There was a show on in what I would guess to be the mid-80's, but it flopped really quickly, only running 1-2 seasons, i think. the theme song was "holding out for a hero" -- that old Bonnie Tyler song. I believe it was some sort of private investigator show, but I'm not sure. Any ideas?"
The answer is...
"Cover Up"
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October 24, 2001
Matthew asked:
"This is from when I was a kid in the early 1970's. The animation was kind of like those old Magoo shows when he'd do classical plays and stuff, that kind of chaotic minimalism... it was a cartoon that starred a bumbling secret agent, classic brown trench-coat guy, whose tagline was "Dangerrrrr is my business!" He had a car that was his sidekick, and it had a tall glass-dome roof... it changed into a submarine and flew at times... sort of a precursor to Inspector Gadget, but without the gadgets. I remember one villain who was a snake guy, hissed when he talked and slithered around on his stomach...."
The answer is...
"Cool McCool"
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October 23, 2001
Brad asked:
"What was the TV show in the early 80's about Earth being blinded and a man and his sole mate trying to find survivors while being stalked by man eating plants?"
The answer is...
"Day of the Triffids"
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October 22, 2001
Richard asked:
"There was a show on UPN about a guy who had is identity stolen... Everyone he knew acted like they didn't know him. It had something to do with a photo he had taken. I can remember the name of the damn photo, "Hidden Agenda". What the hell was the name of the show???"
The answer is...
"Nowhere Man"
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October 21, 2001
Eag1224 asked:
"What was the prize for winning on the daytime version of The Gong Show?"
The answer is...
"A check for $516.32."
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October 20, 2001
Liz asked:
"No one seems to remember this particular show, which I believe, aired sometime in the mid 90's. It was set during medieval times. It revolved around a widowed father and his children. The only two cast members I can recall are Ione Skye and Glenn Quinn. Can you name the show and can you tell me who portrayed the father and other brother/brothers? Please help! UGH! Thanks."
The answer is...
"The show was "Covington Cross", the father was Nigel Terry, the brothers were Jonathan Firth (Richard), Tim Killick (Armus) and Glenn Quinn (Cedric)." -Thanks to DBPVI
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October 19, 2001
Magginas asked:
"The name please of the tv show that was about a blind man who was a detective? he is a blond actor, and all i remember is he lives in an apartment that has plants in it. I think it took place in new york or san francisco. I remember this in the late 70's or early 80's."
The answer is...
"Longstreet"
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October 18, 2001
Christie asked:
"I am trying to find out the name of a show that aired on Fox (or UPN, WB) in the Mid 90's. It was a drama about rival vampire groups living in California. Of course, one group wanted to find a way to live peacefully with humans while the other wanted to annihilate them and take over the world. It was pre-Buffy the Vampire Slayer but remembering in now it was like a cross between Buffy and Dynasty. What was the name of that show?"
The answer is...
"Kindred: The Embraced"
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October 16, 2001
Coop asked:
"What was the name of the show Jeff Goldblum starred in with Ben Vereen?"
The answer is...
"Tenspeed and Brown Shoe"
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October 15, 2001
Steve asked:
"What was the name of the show that cast George Clooney as a male nurse?"
The answer is...
"E/R (not ER)"
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October 14, 2001
Brian asked:
"There was a very short lived television show on during the mid-80's starring Lou Ferrigno as a paramedic called Trauma Center. There was one episode that featured actors and characters from a popular show that was running at the time. Do you know which show that was?"
The answer is...
"The Fall Guy"
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October 13, 2001
Tracy asked:
"What is Mrs. Seinfeld's first name? I know that everyone says that they never say it, but there is one episode in which Morty calls her by her first name."
The answer is...
"Helen"
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October 12, 2001
Adam asked:
"What was the name of--and what kind of animal was--Batfink's sidekick?"
The answer is...
"His name was Karate and he was a human."
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October 10, 2001
Marshall asked:
"I distinctly remember a game show in the mid-70's where a winner would have a key and could choose between a bunch of big American 70's convertibles on stage. The winner would get into the car and try and start it with the keys they chose. If it started they won the car. What game show was this?"
The answer is...
"Split Second"
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October 9, 2001
JCulbrethJ asked:
"There was a TV sitcom in the late 80's about a single dad who was a sportscaster in Chicago. It was on cable but did not last very long, big surprise. The actor who played the lead role was a semi-recognizable "celebrity". More appealing was the actress who I believe played his daughter. What was the name of the show and who were the actors who played these roles?"
The answer is...
"Safe at Home"
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October 8, 2001
Alann asked:
"Around '89-'90 there was a mid-season replacement sitcom on ABC that followed either Doogie Howser or Growing Pains. It only lasted a few episodes. It was about a boy in high school in New York City. The boy was in love with a popular girl, but she had a tough, dangerous boyfriend. Somehow the boy became friends with the dangerous boyfriend and became somewhat cool. I remember the opening credits showed the boy on the subway and the theme song was by Randy Newman. I recently heard the song played at the end of an episode of Ed. Anyway, what was the name of this show?"
The answer is...
"The Marshall Chronicles"
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October 7, 2001
Jrbaby10 asked:
"What is the name of the fat white kid that made one or two appearances on The Cosby Show?"
The answer is...
Peter Costa as "Peter Chiara"
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October 6, 2001
Sluggo asked:
"What former NFL Quarterback played legendary gladiator Spartacus on an episode of "Voyagers!"?"
The answer is...
"Dan Pastorini"
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October 5, 2001
Frank asks:
"What was the name of the show & character played by Peter Graves in an early 60s Australian TV series (pre M.I.)?"
The answer is...
"Whiplash as Christopher Cobb"
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October 4, 2001
Mandscup asked:
"Family Ties had one spinoff--only one episode--what was its name?"
The answer is...
"The Art of Being Nick"
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October 2, 2001
TDay194241 asked:
"There was a game show on WTBS in the early-to-mid '80s that featured kids who had to answer questions about video games (arcade games, not Atari, Intellivision, etc). And, the finale was trying to get high score on a certain game in 2 or 3 minutes (the winner would get to keep the game). What was the name of this show?"
The answer is...
"Starcade"
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October 1, 2001
David asked:
"When Screech sells his special pasta sauce, a representative from a fictional corporation came on at the end and billed Screech several hundred dollars for stealing the recipe from the corporation's cookbook. What was the name of the corporation?"
The answer is...
It wasn't fictional, it was Betsy Crocker.
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September 30, 2001
Eric asked:
"What was the name of the show that aired in the mid-90s, I think, and took place (mostly) in a high school? All I can remember about it is that there was this kid with a neat-o jacket that he could pull anything out of; rolodexes and computers and notes and stuff. At one point the kid with the jacket was hiding from someone, and the jacket changed color to blend in with the school's wall, so the kid wouldn't be seen. Does anyone know what the name of that show was?"
The answer is...
"Parker Lewis Can't Lose"
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September 29, 2001
Bethany asked:
"Does anyone remember a show with James Earl Jones on (I think) PBS during the late 80s-early 90s? I was pretty little then but I vaguely recall him sitting in a chair in front of a window with stars outside. I can't remember if he read a story or what. This is driving me nuts! Help."
The answer is...
"Long Ago and Far Away"
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September 28, 2001
Paladin SFO asked:
"What was the name of Dudley Do-Right's horse?"
The answer is...
"Horse"
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September 27, 2001
l_doeren asked:
"What is Mr. Bean's first name?"
The answer is...
It has never been revealed.
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September 26, 2001
Jim and Jennifer asked:
"What TV series used the Genesis song 'Just a Job to Do' as its theme?"
The answer is...
"The Insiders" - Keith
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September 25, 2001
JTCRacing asked:
"What was the street address on The Honeymooners?"
The answer is...
"There are three addresses mentioned throughout the series: 328, 358 and 728 Chauncey Street, Brooklyn, New York."
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September 24, 2001
Audra asked:
"I'm trying to figure out a cartoon title from around 1983, I think. it was about young teenage superheroes, more a comedy not so much action/adventure. The main character was a blond guy with a very superman-like costume, except he had no boots just bare feet and he rode around on a flying surfboard. The cool factor clincher was having real people dressed as the characters play songs on stage before/after commercials."
The answer is...
"The Kids Super Power Hour with Shazam"
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September 22, 2001
JP and Bill asked:
"Early to mid eighties: Two kids go to school on another planet. She's a bright straight A student, He's a dumb jock, the school is filled with many interesting species. Less than 15 episodes?"
The answer is...
"Galaxy High"
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September 20, 2001
Andrea asked:
"I can remember a TV show that starred Jason Bateman and had a grandfatherly man in it. I can also remember vividly the intro of the show had a black/red checkerboard and the checkers/chess pieces introduced each character. Am I loony??"
The answer is...
"It's Your Move"
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September 19, 2001
Geoff asked:
"I have vague memories of watching a TV show with my dad in the early 70's that featured a guy in a dark knit cap that rode a motorcycle everywhere. It had a theme song that had lyrics pertaining to "going down some lone, lonesome highway..." And idea what this show was called or am I having some false memory?"
The answer is...
"Then Came Bronson"
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September 18, 2001
Jamie asked:
"Does anyone remember a show about a teenage girl whose dad was an alien? The theme song went like "An earthling's a creature, as strange as can be, not as unique as you or me. His body comes in lots of different shapes. They say their relatives were chimps and apes. But if you take my advice for what it's worth, you could be happy there on earth." I can still hear that song, but I don't know the name of the sitcom or who starred in it. Any ideas?"
The answer is...
"Out Of This World"
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September 17, 2001
Elvis8Atari asked:
"There was a game show on in the 80's. Contestants dropped letters (they were like little square chips or something I think) into little slots and they had to figure out crossword puzzles on the screen. Anybody remember this show?"
The answer is...
"Scrabble"
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September 9, 2001
MK asked:
"There was a show in the mid-early 80s that involved two (a man and a woman) professional spies who recruited a new team of everyday people for each episode. The only episode I remember involved framing a Russian agent, and they had recruited a plumber and a pickpocket for that episode. What was the name of the show??"
The answer is...
"Masquerade"
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September 8, 2001
David asked:
"Who starred in the short-lived series 'United States'?"
The answer is...
"Beau Bridges"
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September 7, 2001
Anon asked:
"When "Dragnet" premiered in 1952, who was Joe Friday's original partner?"
The answer is...
"Sgt. Ben Romero (played by Barton Yarborough)"
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September 6, 2001
Kyle asked:
"There was a show in the early to mid eighties about a group of five or six teenagers I think who each had a different ability due to something that happened to them when they were younger. One of them was incredibly fast because he was struck by lightning (boy). Another could move things with her mind. I'm not sure what they did besides show off their abilities but it was my favorite show for awhile. Any ideas?"
The answer is...
"Misfits of Science"
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September 5, 2001
Bryan asked:
"What late 80's or early 90's TV series had a theme song sung by Jimmy Buffett?"
The answer is...
"Johnny Bago"
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September 4, 2001
Adam asked:
"What was the name of the 80's sitcom about a single father who was a school teacher, and worked secretly as a professional wrestler?"
The answer is...
"Learning The Ropes"
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September 3, 2001
Jon asked:
"What was the first show to premiere directly following the Super Bowl?"
The answer is...
"The A-Team"
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September 1, 2001
Marcus asked:
"What network sitcom of the 1970's showed full male frontal nudity in one of its episodes?"
The answer is...
"All in the Family, when Archie changed Joey's diaper. No, we didn't see Archie."
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August 31, 2001
Tina asked:
"What is I Dream of Jeannie's evil sister's name?"
The answer is...
"Jeannie. She was referred to in the script as "Jeannie II" to avoid confusion."
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August 30, 2001
Becky asked:
"I have asked many people about this television show. It aired in the mid 80's. The show was about a group of people (about 20 people in their 30's or 40's-- I think) who were on a boat that shipwrecked and they had to use their survival skills. I remember one episode in particular where a man gets hypothermia and in order to save him another man jumps into a sleeping bag with him naked. What was it?"
The answer is...
""Voyage of the Mimi" aired in 1984. In the episode called "Shipwrecked" the captain gets hypothermia and they warm him up that way. (Oh, and it starred a young Ben Affleck)." - Thanks to Noelle
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August 29, 2001
Steve asked:
"Does anyone remember that 80's show "The Master", with Lee Van Cleef, about an aging American Ninja who worked beside an American cop whilst being pursued by a Japanese ninja? He fought the same guy in every episode. I know it existed, because I can still hear the theme music in my head? Who was the fellow that played the cop?"
The answer is...
"Timothy Van Patten played the sidekick/ apprentice, Max Keller. "Osaka" was the guy he always fought."
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August 28, 2001
Snnflwr asked:
"There was an episode of Fame in which one of the characters (cannot remember which one, which is my question) was part of a supernatural interaction with a ghost in the mirror? Who was the character and how did the song go?"
The answer is...
"The episode of Fame that you are referring to aired during the third season and was called "Lisa's Song," in which Doris is contacted by a ghost named Lisa during rehearsals of The Gypsy Queen. Lisa (the ghost) is in need of Doris' help to finish her role of the Gypsy Queen because on openning night , Lisa died before she was able to go on. She performs the main song from the show, "Shadows and Light", with Doris and is able to finally rest. Here are the lyrics for "Shadows and Light": > Did you lose your way returning home? > Did you want to stay when it came time to go? > Oh why do you fill up my mind? > Your only a shadow > Only an echo in time > Shadows and light > Shadows and light > Nothing is black > Nothing is white > We are apart of each other forever > Passing through shadows and light > Are you real or are you just a dream? > I feel like your standing so close to me > Trying to show me the way > But it's so hard to hear you > Though your just a whisper away > Shadows and light > (Shadows and light) > Shadows and light > (Shadows and light) > Nothing is black > Nothing is white > We are apart of each other forever > Passing through shadows and light > We are apart of each other forever > Passing through shadows and light." - Thanks to Marc
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August 27, 2001
GBryan asked:
"If my memory serves me correctly, there used to be a show, I believe call Bearcats, that starred Dennis Cole. It was an action serious set in the early 1900's. The two main characters drove a Stutz Bearcat. Are my memories of the show correct? Who was the other co-star?"
The answer is...
"The show was called "Bearcats!" and featured Dennis Cole with Rod Taylor.
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August 26, 2001
Jennifer asked:
"I remember a television show i saw in the mid-80's, but could have been on before and i was watching reruns. the theme song had the line in it "oh by golly she was hit by a trolley..." and it was about an angel babysitter/nanny. i wanna say ann jillian, buy maybe not. can anyone help me?"
The answer is...
"Down to Earth"
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August 25, 2001
Mike asked:
"On Three's Company what was Jack's best friend Larry's last name?"
The answer is...
"Dallas...short for Daliopoulis"
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August 23, 2001
Bonnie asked:
"I remember a British-made miniseries in the 1970's that aired on PBS. It was about a rock band made up of three women who dreamed of being famous. One of the actresses was Rula Lenska (who later got famous in the US for a shampoo commercial). Later, an American network remade it, and I remember that the British version was much better. Can anyone remember what either the British or American versions were called? I think one of them had the word "rainbow" in the title (both versions may have had the same title, but I'm not sure)."
The answer is...
"The British version was called "Rock Follies". The American version was "Rock Rainbow".
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August 22, 2001
John asked:
"What show did Bob Denver star in on Friday nights primetime after Gilligan's Island went off the air?"
The answer is...
"The Good Guys"
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August 21, 2001
Daryn asked:
"I remember seeing a few episodes of a late night show that featured David Sanborn and several guest musicians doing nothing but jamming. I believe it was on after the David Letterman show or perhaps the Tonight Show back when Johnny was still on top. Must have been in the early 80s. I think it was called either The David Sanborn Hour or something cheesy like Up Late with David Sanborn. Any help would be appreciated."
The answer is...
"The show was originally called "Sunday Night" when it premiered in 1988. It was retitled "Michelob Presents Night Music" the next year and, if you remember those Michelob ads, you can guess what happened next."
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August 19, 2001
DevieMB asked:
"I remember a show I think it was early-mid 90's with Jenna Elfman (I believe) she was a waitress and had 2 friends and they lived in a town centered around fishing and she was a waitress but i cant remember the name of the show! HELP!"
The answer is...
"Townies"
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August 19, 2001
Rachel asked:
"There was a show on in the early 80's or 90's or something like that and it featured kids who read a fairy tale or something every week. It was live action, and I had "The Elves and The Shoemaker" on tape. Does anybody know what this was called or any information? Help! This is driving me and my sister crazy! Please help!"
The answer is...
"Jim Henson's "The Storyteller".
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August 18, 2001
Mike asked:
"At the end of every "Dharma and Greg" episode, an odd essay of sorts flashes for about five seconds. What is the deal with that? My wife and I have videotaped it a few times and freeze-framed it...yes, we may have too much time on our hands, but anyway...it's always an odd diatribe of some banal observances, sort of like Jerry Seinfeld on a bad night. My guess is that some friend(s) of the show gets a cheap writer's credit each week. Anyone?"
The answer is...
"Chuck Lorre, executive producer of Dharma and Greg, began running the "Vanity Cards" under his production logo in the first season of Dharma and Greg; they can only be read by taping the show and using the Pause button. Lorre (who claims to write all the cards), began it as a goof, but when they caught on, he started numbering the cards. They've never gone for deep social significance, but a lot of them (particularly the early ones), are pretty funny....which raises the question, When Did Chuck Lorre's Vanity Cards Jump The Shark?" - Thanks to Cliff
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August 17, 2001
Jennifer asked:
"There was a series that aired in the mid-90's with Sherman Hemsley as an ex-con? We think it aired on UPN. It was a comedy. Do you have any idea what the name of the show is?"
The answer is...
""Goode Behavior" from 1996."
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August 16, 2001
Monkfarms asked:
"What was the name of The Rifleman's black horse?"
The answer is...
"Razor"
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August 15, 2001
Kevin asked:
"What was Patsy's job in "Absolutely Fabulous"?"
The answer is...
"Patsy worked at a women's magazine: "I'm a fashion director. I direct the fashion. One word from me will raise hemlines so high the world's your gynecologist!" - Thanks to L Murray
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August 14, 2001
James asked:
"What early 90s show - which starred both Emmy and Oscar-winning actresses long before they won their respective awards - revolved around an elderly man living in a nursing home in the year 2035 who often reminisced about his past life? Each episode was set in a different year."
The answer is...
"The show was My Life and Times; the Oscar winner was Helen Hunt, the Emmy winner Megan Mullaly." - Thanks to Christopher
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August 13, 2001
Debbie asked:
"What was the name of Mr. Tudball's "secretary" in a recurring skit on "The Tim Conway Show?""
The answer is...
"Mrs. Wiggins"
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August 12, 2001
Debbie asked:
"What college did Sondra Huxtable attend?"
The answer is...
"Princeton University"
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August 11, 2001
Berister1 asked:
"Who was Joe Feeney? And what show was he a regular on...the show was on for many many years?"
The answer is...
"Joe was a tenor on The Lawrence Welk Show."
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August 9, 2001
Administrator asked:
"There was a show on about a Dad and two boys that traveled around in I think a motor home, "Three for the Road". Who played the Dad and the two sons?"
The answer is...
""Three for the Road" starred Alex Rocco as the father, Pete Karras. The two sons were Vincent Van Patten as John Karras and Leif Garrett as Endy Karras."
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August 7, 2001
Stephanie asked:
"Does anyone remember the name of a pilot (2 hrs long, I believe, or a two-parter) abut a suspiciously Hunter S. Thompson-esque writer living in a suspiciously Aspen-esque Colorado town? "Jame Gumb" from Silence of the Lambs played the lead character. The show may possibly have actually run for an episode or two, and I believe it was in the early- or mid-90's."
The answer is...
"Murder in High Places"
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August 6, 2001
Totalnecro asked:
"I have very vague memories of a weekly (I believe it aired on Friday nights) 70's anthology, which focused on 4 recurring stories. One story had to do with a vampire, and the other I remember had to do with the curse of King Tut's Tomb. Many years of drug abuse has all but erased the memory of this great show from my mind. Does anyone know the name of this show?"
The answer is...
"Cliff Hangers"
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August 5, 2001
Dr. Kim asked:
"What was the name of the series where there is a very poor young guy who wants to attend college, but can't afford it? He dresses up in various disguises to sneak into classes. It was horrible but memorable."
The answer is...
"The name of the show was Hank. It was on NBC on Friday at, I believe, 8pm after Camp Runamuck. He had a little sister played by Katie Sweet." - Thanks to David
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August 4, 2001
NCtrhlvidman asked:
"What are the closing lyrics to WKRP in Cincinnati?"
The answer is...
"It was gibberish. They wanted it to sound like a real rock song. No lyrics."
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August 3, 2001
Dion asked:
"On the show Martin, did we ever find out what Tommy did for a living?"
The answer is...
"There is only one mention of Tommy's occupation and it is third season episode 10. Martin goes into a strip club and sees Tommy on the runway. So for that episode he was a stripper. This was found at the Martin Lawrence official web site." - Thanks to Lynda
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August 2, 2001
Joe asked:
"Benson worked in the governor's mansion of what state?"
The answer is...
"Connecticut"
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August 1, 2001
Penn asked:
"Can you name the show and character that coined the phrase, "Handle it! Handle it!" from around the late 70's early 80's show."
The answer is...
"Carter Country and Mayor Teddy Burnside."
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July 31, 2001
Neil asked:
"Did Roy Firestone host his own TV variety show in the early 80's or did i just get a hold of some tainted shellfish?"
The answer is...
"Roy hosted the syndicated show "Life's Most Embarrassing Moments". It's probably one of his own."
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July 30, 2001
Kronos asked:
"In "Friends", they previously established that Chandler and Monica would be married in a museum... however, then they finally wed, it was in a hotel. Why did they change their plans?"
The answer is...
"The museum was just something that was done as kind of a joke, the museum that Monica and Rachel I believe it was were in had like a three year waiting list for marriages. So Monica believe that someday it would happen reserved their space there. Monica and Chandler were not even planning on marriage at that time. Actually, Chandler almost called off the relationship because it scared him so bad. At that time the reservation at the museum was canceled." - Thanks to Laura
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July 29, 2001
Christine asked:
"What soap opera was Yasmine Bleeth on before Baywatch?"
The answer is...
"One Life to Live, and before that, Ryan's Hope."
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July 28, 2001
Chad asked:
"What was that show with the crime fighters in that big helicopter with the face painted on it, like some kind of 2 story lifting chopper?"
The answer is...
"Riptide"
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July 26, 2001
Stephanie asked:
"I was recently watching the ten best episodes of Friends on video. I noticed for the first time that their apt. #'s were not always 19 and 20. In the pilot and some of the earlier episodes the #'s were 4 (Chandler and Joey) and 5 (Monica and Rachel). Then in later episodes they become 19 (C and J) and 20 (M and R). When did they change and does anyone know why?"
The answer is...
"The switch in apt. numbers took place VERY early on in production (first 4/5 episodes.) Reason being, when they show shots of the outside of the building, they always pan upward toward the higher floors. That didn't make sense if their apt numbers were very low, so they increased the numbers to them synch with the higher floor in the apt building they were apparently in." - Thanks to CJH
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July 25, 2001
Rachel asked:
"What was Denise Huxtable's GPA when she dropped out of Hillman on A Different World?"
The answer is...
"1.7"
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July 23, 2001
Jason asked:
"What is the name of that school shown in the opening credits on "Welcome Back, Kotter" and where is it ?"
The answer is...
"Welcome Back, Kotter was based on real high school experiences of Gabe Kaplan. He had once attended the equivalent of James Buchanan High School in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, New York..."
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July 21, 2001
Jason asked:
"Can you name the original starting five for Carver High on The White Shadow?"
The answer is...
"Morris Thorpe, Mario "Salami" Pettrino, Warren Coolidge, James Hawyard, Milton Reese."
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July 20, 2001
Joel asked:
"There was a show in the mid/late 80's that I believe was ABC's answer to Miami Vice. It was about a white guy (posing as a photographer?) and a black guy that were cops or private eyes, and they looked kind of like Hall & Oates. I believe it was on about the same time Stingray was on. Also, I think they played INXS's "Listen Like Thieves" as the theme or during the show at one point... What was the show and was that INXS's song that was played?!? Was it the theme song and if not, how did it go?!?"
The answer is...
"The name of the series was "The Insiders" it was on ABC from Sept. '85 to June '86. The fast-paced adventures of a pair of hip investigative reporters for a national magazine. Nick, who looked a lot like rock star Sting was a rebellious product of the '60's. His is partner Mackey, a cool, young black dude was a reformed ex con. These two characters were played by Nicholas Campbell and Stony Jackson." - Thanks to Lynda
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July 18, 2001
Steven asked:
"On the 60's program Julia with Diahann Caroll her son would play with the boy downstairs who would often repeat his full name. What was that name?"
The answer is...
"Earl J. Waggerdorn"
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July 17, 2001
Peter asked:
"What does the "RFD" stand for on Mayberry RFD??"
The answer is...
"R.F.D stands for: Rural Free Delivery In 1896, the U.S. Congress approved Rural Free Delivery. People were becoming increasingly concerned that a growing country needed to provide postal service to as many citizens as possible, and the villages of Charles Town, Halltown, and Uvilla, West Virginia were the "test markets" for the project. Postmaster General William S. Bissel was outraged that Congress would charge him with such a ridiculous idea and he refused to spend the $20,000 appropriation stating it was clear that such a move would bankrupt the nation." - Thanks to Carl and www.mayberry.com
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July 16, 2001
Kevin asked:
"What three qualities did Ralph Hinckley need to have to been chosen by aliens as The Greatest American Hero?"
The answer is...
"Moral character, idealism and integrity"
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July 14, 2001
Jon asked:
"What brand of motorcycle did Jon and Ponch ride on CHiPs?"
The answer is...
"Kawasaki"
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July 12, 2001
Melissa asked:
"There was a show in the mid-70s. It had Charles Nelson Reilly and Lenny Shultz (???). They worked in an office, possibly an animation studio. Every episode, the Lenny Shultz guy would shoot up from his desk and yell LUNCHTIME in a weird voice. Also, I remember something about a crocodile that sneezed. I didn't take too many drugs in my life, but is all of this possibly from one TV show?"
The answer is...
"You're thinking of "Uncle Croc's Block" from 1975, but it was one of Lennie Weinrib's characters who yelled "LUNCHTIME!"
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July 11, 2001
RoMaTo asked:
"On The Mary Tyler Moore Show what did the T.V. Station's call letters WJM stand for and what was the name of the actor that portrayed the character whose initials were WJM?"
The answer is...
"Wild Jack Munroe who was played by Slim Pickens."
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July 10, 2001
Ted asked:
"What was Edith Bunker's maiden name?"
The answer is...
"Baines."
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July 9, 2001
Michael asked:
"On Happy Days was Ralph Malph's father a dentist or an eye doctor or both in different episodes?"
The answer is...
"Mickey Malph was an eye doctor. He prescribed glasses for Fonzie in season 3. In season 7, he came to give Ralph glasses and told his son that he and Ralph's mother were separating."
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July 8, 2001
Tracy asked:
"What is Big's real name on Sex and the City?"
The answer is...
"It's never been said."
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July 7, 2001
Richard asked:
"On M*A*S*H, what is Radar's dog's name? This was revealed in a home movie sent to Radar from Iowa."
The answer is...
"Ranger"
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July 6, 2001
Jennifer asked:
"What pin does Det. Mike Logan (Chris Noth's character on Law and Order) always wear on his lapel?"
The answer is...
"An American flag."
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July 5, 2001
Jennifer asked:
"What is the Brady's home address on The Brady Bunch?"
The answer is...
"4222 Clinton Way"
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July 4, 2001
Cobraman asked:
"What was the caliber of The Rifleman's rifle?"
The answer is...
"Lucas protected the town of North Fork with what was "in actuality" a model 1892 Winchester carbine. It was fitted with a large loop lever that enabled it to be spun and cocked in a dramatic fashion. The triggerguard incorporated a screw that could be set to trip the trigger every time the lever was closed, thus firing the gun. This was the secret to its rapid-firing technique. There were three carbines used in the show: a primary Winchester, another identical gun for backup, and a third version that was made from an El Tigre, a Spanish copy of the 1892 Winchester. The El Tigre was the gun usually carried in a saddle scabbard and used for rough work where a close-up wasn't involved. There were also two other loop lever Winchester 92 carbines that were used by Chuck in later years during his personal appearances. Today all four Winchester carbines are in private collections, while the whereabouts of the El Tigre is unknown. The program would open with Chuck rapid-firing eleven shots as he walked down the street of North Fork. Actually, he only fired ten shots; the eleventh had to be dubbed in to time out with the music. This was found on the Official Rifleman Site". - Thanks to Lynda
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July 3, 2001
Mary Ann asked:
"Long before Rescue 911, I remember watching as a child a rescue show, I can't remember the name exactly, I may the name mixed up, it was either Rescue 51 or Squad 51. It was an early cross between Emergency and Chips. Any help?"
The answer is...
"You're thinking of either "Rescue 8" or "Emergency!".
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July 2, 2001
Jenni asked:
"There was a children's show in the early 80's where a woman was held captive by an old lady, possibly a witch. The opening credits always showed the witch chasing the girl through the woods. In each episode the woman would throw various objects like shoes and toys into a big red machine that would turn and crank and spit out a book. She would then sit down and read the book that would become the story for the day. Any idea about the name of the show and possibly even who starred in it?"
The answer is...
"Faerie Tale Theatre"
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July 1, 2001
Paul asked:
"During the last few seasons of The Cosby Show, Bill Cosby was often shown wearing a black pin with white letters. I believe these letters were "SP". My question is what did these letters represent, or what did the pin itself itself represent."
The answer is...
"It was "SD" in memory of Sammy Davis, Jr."
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June 30, 2001
Alan asked:
"There was an episode of "F Troop" with a rock 'n' roll band, called "The Bedbugs". The Bedbugs were played by an actual, and now well-known, band called...?"
The answer is...
"Little Feat"
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June 29, 2001
Marianna asked:
"What was Sarah Michelle Gellar's break-in role, even prior to All My Children?"
The answer is...
"This question is subjective. An early Burger King commercial (that eventually got pulled because it insulted McDonald's by name), featured a young Gellar, and she also starred in the TV movie "An Invasion of Privacy" in 1983. During her stint on "All My Children" in the early '90s, she also worked on the 1992 series "Swan's Crossing."
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June 28, 2001
Hdr76 asked:
"What was the name of the ABC "Laugh In" rip-off that lasted (rightfully so) just one episode? Tim Conway was one of the cast."
The answer is...
"The show was "Turn-On." It aired in 1969 and Conway was a guest star, not a regular."
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June 27, 2001
John asked:
"$6,000,000 question - Steve lost his limbs in a plane crash. Jamie lost hers in a sky diving accident. Why did Max become the bionic dog?"
The answer is...
"Max was in a fire, and Rudy rebuilt him...Max was the first experiment in Bionics." - Thanks to Robert
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June 26, 2001
Jolene asked:
"In the Eighties, there was a sort of Renaissance/ Medireview period show about a family. There was a father and he had a noble woman girlfriend, a daughter (who was rebellious, wore pants you know) and at least one son, I think there were up to three. They had a rival family....and I think the family name was the name of the show. "
The answer is...
"The Charmings"
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June 25, 2001
Mark asked:
"What was Barney Fife's middle name?"
The answer is...
"One of the great TV contradictions - Barney has 3 middle names: P., Milton, and Oliver." Thanks to Barry.
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June 22, 2001
Www asked:
"What was the name of the show in the late '70's that had an angel named Random. The guy that played the angel is now one of Jay Leno's writers. I think the show may have been a spin-of
STUMP THE SHARK
Stump Archive
2001
Every question that's ever been asked and answered this year. Dazzle your friends! Stump The Shark!
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December 31, 2001
Bartboy asked:
"There was an old show I think on ABC about some one named Judy that joined the navy about ten years ago, what was the name of the show?"
The answer is...
"Private Benjamin (and it wasn't the Navy)."
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December 30, 2001
Jacqueline asked:
"What is the name of the city where the 4077th is in Korea???"
The answer is...
"Ouijonvu" (not sure about spelling)
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December 29, 2001
Kate asked:
"What was the show starring a twisty, yellow and black spotted animated creature called? I think it was on in the early 90's."
The answer is...
"Talespin. And the creature was Marsupilami."
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December 27, 2001
Catherine asked:
"What show did The Partridge Family spin off? It starred Bobby Sherman and Wes Stern as songwriters."
The answer is...
"Getting Together"
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December 26, 2001
Irene asked:
"What was the name of Grizzly Adams' sidekick, the old trapper guy??"
The answer is...
"Mad Jack, played by Denver Pyle from The Dukes of Hazzard".
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December 20, 2001
Mike asked:
"A friend and I remember watching a cartoon as kids back in the mid-late 80's, which featured characters going through rain forests looking for the Lost City of Gold. Does anyone remember this?"
The answer is...
"The Mysterious Cities of Gold"
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December 19, 2001
Scott asked:
"What composer's record did Winchester smash in the last episode of M*A*S*H*?"
The answer is...
"Mozart"
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December 18, 2001
Uncledonnie13456 asked:
"What was the name of the original boss on the short-lived ABC sitcom "Norm"?"
The answer is...
"Mr. Curtis"
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December 17, 2001
D. Jacobsen asked:
I think there was a show on in the 70's that starred Lance Kerwin from "James at 16" and Glenn Ford. It had a theme song that had the words, "take me back where I can see....", or something like that. It took in the 30's 40's and the sister (I think) had TB. Did this show exist or did I dream it? What was the show's name and who else starred in it?"
The answer is...
"The Family Holvak, also starring Julie Harris."
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December 16, 2001
MattManNWO asked:
"I remember about 2 years ago or so there was a game show on NBC that gave challengers a task and they had a week to go over it and try to practice it. Then on the show they had to complete it. One of the tasks someone had to do was study the whole Pi Chart (Ex: 3.16.... and so on) (Its a math formula) and they had to perform it and say the whole Pi formula (It was over 75 numbers) in the studio to win $500,000 or something like that. Then in one episode they picked someone in the crowd to go backstage and learn from professionals how to cry on command. If that person did it he would win $1,000 or something like that. I loved that show and I forgot the title."
The answer is...
"The Big Moment"
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December 15, 2001
Jamie asked:
"There was this show, I think in the early '80's, about these three brothers. They owned a bar or something, and one of them was gay, but not flaming (like every other gay man on television around that time). That's all I can remember! Any ideas what this show was called and who was in it?"
The answer is...
"Brothers"
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December 14, 2001
Tolyri12 asked:
"I have a vague memory of a late-80's show involving park rangers rescuing people in the Sierra Nevada mountains. I know the show had three guys from the same family (a father and 2 sons?), but I can't for the life of me remember their last name of the actors, or the name of the show. Help?"
The answer is...
"'High Mountain Rangers' with the Conrads."
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December 12, 2001
Kendal asked:
"What is the name of the sit com that had a single woman and her British butler? It isn’t Mr. Belvedere, but was on a year or so earlier. On episode revolved about the British Butler making tacos for Japanese tourists."
The answer is...
"The Two of Us"
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December 11, 2001
Mnpagano asked
"In the middle to late seventies their was a show I remember seeing only on holiday mornings (probably because I was in school when it aired during the week) about 4 or 5 old men who make a deal with the devil and become teenagers again. As I recall, the subject of the show was them trying to undo their wish, and become old again. Do you remember what this was called, how long it ran and when?"
The answer is...
"Kick the Can (Based on the old Twilight Zone episode-lasted 1 month)" -Thanks to D. Wake
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December 10, 2001
Diane asked:
"What was Julie Brown's last show? (Not Downtown Julie the other one: Big Breasts, Red Hair, does alota "Valley Girl" Acts)"
The answer is...
"Strip Mall"
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December 9, 2001
BryanRickLinda asked:
"There was a show, maybe 10 years ago on T.G.I.F, it was when Perfect Strangers was still on, I think. It had the guy from Ferris Bullers Day off....Cameron...it had two couples....I think both of the women were blonde. Do you know what it is?"
The answer is...
"Going Places"
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December 8, 2001
Mike asked:
""What was the name of the D.A. on 'Law & Order' in the very first episode/pilot? It was not Steven Hill as Adam Schiff."
The answer is...
"Roy Thinnes as DA Adam Wentworth" -Thanks to ASyscoKid
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December 7, 2001
Lynn asked:
"There was a show on ABC's T.G.I.F line up around the early 90's that involved two families living together. Each was headed by a single mother, one black one white. It may have only aired for a few episodes, i'm not sure. And I think the mother of the black family was aunt rachel of Family Matters. Does anyone know the name of this show?"
The answer is...
"Getting By"
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December 6, 2001
Jessica asked:
"Big Shirley was a waitress on the 70's sitcom What's Happening?. What was the line she would always say to Rerun, Rodger and Dewane when they were goofing off at her table in the restaurant? They would always show a close up of her face when she said it."
The answer is...
"Shut up, fool!" -Thanks to Marcus
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December 5, 2001
Rob asked:
"I remember watching a space show on TV in the very early 60's that had Commander McCaulley as one of the main characters. He wore a white pilot's helmet with his name across the front, above the glass visor. They had a "moon base" and in one episode, Cdr. McCaulley was blinded when the Sun rose over the horizon of an asteroid he was walking on. No one I know remembers this show and they think I'm making it up. Anyone know the name of the program?"
The answer is...
"Men Into Space"
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December 4, 2001
Bouwzer asked:
"What was the name of the sci-fi show in the early 80's that Lou Gossett Jr played in where he, a guardian of teenage prince (of some other planet) got their spaceship stranded on earth? The prince had telekenetic powers and the show didn't last that long."
The answer is...
"The Powers of Matthew Star"
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December 3, 2001
Labefeld asked:
"On Knight Rider what was the name of Michael Knight's evil twin? And the evil twin's car?"
The answer is...
"The twin was Garth, and his evil tractor-trailer was Goliath."
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December 2, 2001
Gayle asked:
"What was the name of the dog Dharma had as a kid?"
The answer is...
"Doobie"
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December 1, 2001
Rich asked:
"What was Jed Clampett's wife's name?"
The answer is...
"Rose Ellen". Thanks to Leon
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November 27, 2001
BPowers asked:
"The Brady kids auditioned for a TV commercial aimed at selling detergent. What was the name of the detergent that was being sold?"
The answer is...
"SAFE"
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November 26, 2001
Rob asked:
"There was a kids game show on Nickelodeon when I was a kid (late 80's or early 90's). All I remember is that the show took place in a mocked up house, and as part of the game the kids had to ransack the rooms looking for something. Does anyone remember what this show was called?"
The answer is...
"Finders Keepers"
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November 24, 2001
Louise asked:
"What are the 3 other names used most often to address Buddy Lawrence by the other family members on the show 'Family'?"
The answer is...
"Willie called her Peaches. Mom called her Tizzy-Lish. The third is still stumping..." -Thanks to Hipstermomma
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November 23, 2001
Kei7th asked:
"In what comedy series was Mrs. Poole the next door neighbor?"
The answer is...
"The Hogan Family. It was Edie McClurg."
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November 21, 2001
Gary asked:
"What were Cousin Oliver's first words?"
The answer is...
"Cousin Oliver's first words were "Hi everybody", when Carol introduced him to the family. Then, everyone wanted to do things with him straight away, and Carol objected. Then, he said "Oh, that's ok, I don't mind being popular." -Thanks to Coconut
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November 19, 2001
John asked:
"In F Troop, what NJ town does Cpl. Agarn cast the deciding absentee vote for mayor (and Sgt. O'Rourke sees one of his many opportunities)?"
The answer is...
"Passaic, NJ"
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November 18, 2001
ShariTen asked:
"I remember a show back in the sixties or the seventies, where this girl lives with her dad in a house. Her dad was a cartoonist played by Jason Robard ( I think ) and his drawings would come to life somehow. Does anyone remember this show, and if so, what year(s) it was on?"
The answer is...
"'My World and Welcome to it', with William Windom, 1969-70"
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November 16, 2001
Roland asked:
"A former Diff'rent Strokes cast member played in a little known music group in the 1990's. Who was the cast member, what was the name of the group and what instrument did they play?"
The answer is...
"Danny Cooksey had a band, "Bad for Good," in which he sang lead vocals."
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November 15, 2001
Pat asked:
"What was the name of the show that Mario Lopez (AC Slater from Saved by the Bell) hosted during the mid 90's that was like an American Gladiators for kids? The only other thing I can remember is that kids had to climb a huge pyramid and to get food for the daily food groups."
The answer is...
"Masters of the Maze"
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November 14, 2001
Pat asked:
"How did The Jeffersons get their financial windfall to help them expand the dry-cleaning business and move on up to the East Side?"
The answer is...
"He was injured while on a NYC bus that had an accident. The lawsuit money let him buy his first dry cleaning store." -Thanks to Mike
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November 13, 2001
Chris asked:
"What was the name of that TV show where this guy has all these powers like running faster than cars, climbing walls like Spiderman and all kinds of other stuff but when he saw the color red all his powers stopped working? I think he was a cop. It must have been on in the 80's or early 90's because I can only remember a few parts of certain shows."
The answer is...
"SuperFuzz"
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November 12, 2001
Shannon asked:
"There was a show that took different Disney movie clips and added music over the scenes. The show started out with 1950ish cartoons dancing in a Malt Shop with a jukebox there. Please tell me the name of this show."
The answer is...
"DTV"
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November 11, 2001
Shramdogg asked:
"What is the name of the show that Dave Coulier was on b4 he was joey on full house?? it was on nickelodeon and he always said, "cut it out"...when i was young i thought it was really funny...please tell me!"
The answer is...
"Out of Control!"
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November 10, 2001
Eag1224 asked:
"What was the name of the Vatican newspaper that Father Guido Sarducci wrote for as its "gossip columnist" on Saturday Night Live?"
The answer is...
"L'Osservatore romano"
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November 9, 2001
Maria asked:
"There was a great show on network tv, briefly, when I was in college - I think it must have been 1987-1989. It followed a group of friends from high school, through college, and into "grown up" years. Each episode was comprised of flashbacks to their younger years - following a common theme. I think one episode dealt with drug use, etc. It didn't last long, maybe just one season. Any idea of what it was called?"
The answer is...
"Almost Grown" -Thanks to Steph and Michael
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November 8, 2001
Wayne asked:
"What was the name of the show during the mid-80's that featured a guy that was a computer hologram and his cursor created his transportation (car, plane, or helicopter)? He would fade when people used their appliances in the early morning hours. All of his work had to be done at night."
The answer is...
"Automan"
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November 6, 2001
Gary asked:
"This show was aired in the mid 80's, somewhere around 1984. The main character could become any type of animal. He would become a different type of animal to help save the day. The promotion for the show was picked up by a fast-food chain and the passed out little holograms that would switch between the main character and different animals. What was the name of this show?"
The answer is...
"Manimal"
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November 5, 2001
William asked
"On the tv series, Mork and Mindy, what was the name and story of the haunted house that Mindy inherited that drove Mork to go nuts? It was also used as a hide-out for Exidor (Robert Donner)."
The answer is...
"The house was the Laughlin (Laughlett?) house. It was her father's home and she was selling it for him. The ghosts were Lucinda, (unknown) and her mother. Apparently Mindy was having second thoughts on selling it and her mother's spirit reminded her that selling it did not mean losing your memories." -Thanks to Russell
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November 4, 2001
Suzanne B asked:
"There was a game show, within the past 10 years that I'm trying to remember. It had different families competing. They had to complete different challenges. One family had to memorize a scene from a Shakespeare play. They checked back with them throughout the process and then the last night, they had to complete the task live on air. Another family had to shoot hockey pucks at plates and break a certain amount within a specific time. Any idea what this show was called?"
The answer is...
"The Big Moment"
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November 3, 2001
Janet asked:
"The Dukes of Hazzard was a spin-off of what 1970's movie which also starred what Little Rascals actor?"
The answer is...
"'Moonrunners,' starring George 'Spanky' McFarland"
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November 2, 2001
Janet asked:
"A western called Laramie where the characters name was Jess Harper (the actor was recently in a Walker, Texas Ranger episode playing and aged ranger.) There was also another man, blond, can't remember the characters name. Who was that?"
The answer is...
"The blond fellow who was Jess Harper's sidekick was Slim Sherman, played by John Smith." -Thanks to Tony
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November 1, 2001
Jean asked:
"What 80's sitcom did Pee Wee Herman make an unlikely guest appearance on? The show involved Pee Wee and the two main characters being held hostage by a thief in a toy store."
The answer is...
"227"
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October 30, 2001
Jay asked:
"I have a vague memory of a late-80's show involving park rangers (?) rescuing people in the Sierra Nevada mountains. I know the show had three guys from the same family (a father and 2 sons?), but I can't for the life of me remember their last name of the actors, or the name of the show."
The answer is...
"High Mountain Rangers" with Robert Conrad and sons.
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October 27, 2001
Chuck asked:
"What was the name of Gomer Pyle's Dog?"
The answer is...
"There was an episode where Gomer was to work with a dog named Killer. He re-named the dog Limley-Gilbert and the dog lost all of his "Marine fight." He had to be turned into a pet for one of the officer's kids." -Thanks to Paul P.
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October 26, 2001
Jody asked:
"Early eighties (maybe very late seventies), a cable sitcom about a woman who worked as a receptionist at a record company. I think the actresses name was Diana Varona; remember she won on Star Search a few times. Does anyone know what show I'm talking about?"
The answer is...
"Throb" (starring Diana Canova)
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October 25, 2001
Jessica asked:
"There was a show on in what I would guess to be the mid-80's, but it flopped really quickly, only running 1-2 seasons, i think. the theme song was "holding out for a hero" -- that old Bonnie Tyler song. I believe it was some sort of private investigator show, but I'm not sure. Any ideas?"
The answer is...
"Cover Up"
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October 24, 2001
Matthew asked:
"This is from when I was a kid in the early 1970's. The animation was kind of like those old Magoo shows when he'd do classical plays and stuff, that kind of chaotic minimalism... it was a cartoon that starred a bumbling secret agent, classic brown trench-coat guy, whose tagline was "Dangerrrrr is my business!" He had a car that was his sidekick, and it had a tall glass-dome roof... it changed into a submarine and flew at times... sort of a precursor to Inspector Gadget, but without the gadgets. I remember one villain who was a snake guy, hissed when he talked and slithered around on his stomach...."
The answer is...
"Cool McCool"
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October 23, 2001
Brad asked:
"What was the TV show in the early 80's about Earth being blinded and a man and his sole mate trying to find survivors while being stalked by man eating plants?"
The answer is...
"Day of the Triffids"
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October 22, 2001
Richard asked:
"There was a show on UPN about a guy who had is identity stolen... Everyone he knew acted like they didn't know him. It had something to do with a photo he had taken. I can remember the name of the damn photo, "Hidden Agenda". What the hell was the name of the show???"
The answer is...
"Nowhere Man"
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October 21, 2001
Eag1224 asked:
"What was the prize for winning on the daytime version of The Gong Show?"
The answer is...
"A check for $516.32."
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October 20, 2001
Liz asked:
"No one seems to remember this particular show, which I believe, aired sometime in the mid 90's. It was set during medieval times. It revolved around a widowed father and his children. The only two cast members I can recall are Ione Skye and Glenn Quinn. Can you name the show and can you tell me who portrayed the father and other brother/brothers? Please help! UGH! Thanks."
The answer is...
"The show was "Covington Cross", the father was Nigel Terry, the brothers were Jonathan Firth (Richard), Tim Killick (Armus) and Glenn Quinn (Cedric)." -Thanks to DBPVI
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October 19, 2001
Magginas asked:
"The name please of the tv show that was about a blind man who was a detective? he is a blond actor, and all i remember is he lives in an apartment that has plants in it. I think it took place in new york or san francisco. I remember this in the late 70's or early 80's."
The answer is...
"Longstreet"
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October 18, 2001
Christie asked:
"I am trying to find out the name of a show that aired on Fox (or UPN, WB) in the Mid 90's. It was a drama about rival vampire groups living in California. Of course, one group wanted to find a way to live peacefully with humans while the other wanted to annihilate them and take over the world. It was pre-Buffy the Vampire Slayer but remembering in now it was like a cross between Buffy and Dynasty. What was the name of that show?"
The answer is...
"Kindred: The Embraced"
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October 16, 2001
Coop asked:
"What was the name of the show Jeff Goldblum starred in with Ben Vereen?"
The answer is...
"Tenspeed and Brown Shoe"
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October 15, 2001
Steve asked:
"What was the name of the show that cast George Clooney as a male nurse?"
The answer is...
"E/R (not ER)"
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October 14, 2001
Brian asked:
"There was a very short lived television show on during the mid-80's starring Lou Ferrigno as a paramedic called Trauma Center. There was one episode that featured actors and characters from a popular show that was running at the time. Do you know which show that was?"
The answer is...
"The Fall Guy"
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October 13, 2001
Tracy asked:
"What is Mrs. Seinfeld's first name? I know that everyone says that they never say it, but there is one episode in which Morty calls her by her first name."
The answer is...
"Helen"
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October 12, 2001
Adam asked:
"What was the name of--and what kind of animal was--Batfink's sidekick?"
The answer is...
"His name was Karate and he was a human."
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October 10, 2001
Marshall asked:
"I distinctly remember a game show in the mid-70's where a winner would have a key and could choose between a bunch of big American 70's convertibles on stage. The winner would get into the car and try and start it with the keys they chose. If it started they won the car. What game show was this?"
The answer is...
"Split Second"
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October 9, 2001
JCulbrethJ asked:
"There was a TV sitcom in the late 80's about a single dad who was a sportscaster in Chicago. It was on cable but did not last very long, big surprise. The actor who played the lead role was a semi-recognizable "celebrity". More appealing was the actress who I believe played his daughter. What was the name of the show and who were the actors who played these roles?"
The answer is...
"Safe at Home"
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October 8, 2001
Alann asked:
"Around '89-'90 there was a mid-season replacement sitcom on ABC that followed either Doogie Howser or Growing Pains. It only lasted a few episodes. It was about a boy in high school in New York City. The boy was in love with a popular girl, but she had a tough, dangerous boyfriend. Somehow the boy became friends with the dangerous boyfriend and became somewhat cool. I remember the opening credits showed the boy on the subway and the theme song was by Randy Newman. I recently heard the song played at the end of an episode of Ed. Anyway, what was the name of this show?"
The answer is...
"The Marshall Chronicles"
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October 7, 2001
Jrbaby10 asked:
"What is the name of the fat white kid that made one or two appearances on The Cosby Show?"
The answer is...
Peter Costa as "Peter Chiara"
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October 6, 2001
Sluggo asked:
"What former NFL Quarterback played legendary gladiator Spartacus on an episode of "Voyagers!"?"
The answer is...
"Dan Pastorini"
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October 5, 2001
Frank asks:
"What was the name of the show & character played by Peter Graves in an early 60s Australian TV series (pre M.I.)?"
The answer is...
"Whiplash as Christopher Cobb"
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October 4, 2001
Mandscup asked:
"Family Ties had one spinoff--only one episode--what was its name?"
The answer is...
"The Art of Being Nick"
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October 2, 2001
TDay194241 asked:
"There was a game show on WTBS in the early-to-mid '80s that featured kids who had to answer questions about video games (arcade games, not Atari, Intellivision, etc). And, the finale was trying to get high score on a certain game in 2 or 3 minutes (the winner would get to keep the game). What was the name of this show?"
The answer is...
"Starcade"
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October 1, 2001
David asked:
"When Screech sells his special pasta sauce, a representative from a fictional corporation came on at the end and billed Screech several hundred dollars for stealing the recipe from the corporation's cookbook. What was the name of the corporation?"
The answer is...
It wasn't fictional, it was Betsy Crocker.
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September 30, 2001
Eric asked:
"What was the name of the show that aired in the mid-90s, I think, and took place (mostly) in a high school? All I can remember about it is that there was this kid with a neat-o jacket that he could pull anything out of; rolodexes and computers and notes and stuff. At one point the kid with the jacket was hiding from someone, and the jacket changed color to blend in with the school's wall, so the kid wouldn't be seen. Does anyone know what the name of that show was?"
The answer is...
"Parker Lewis Can't Lose"
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September 29, 2001
Bethany asked:
"Does anyone remember a show with James Earl Jones on (I think) PBS during the late 80s-early 90s? I was pretty little then but I vaguely recall him sitting in a chair in front of a window with stars outside. I can't remember if he read a story or what. This is driving me nuts! Help."
The answer is...
"Long Ago and Far Away"
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September 28, 2001
Paladin SFO asked:
"What was the name of Dudley Do-Right's horse?"
The answer is...
"Horse"
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September 27, 2001
l_doeren asked:
"What is Mr. Bean's first name?"
The answer is...
It has never been revealed.
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September 26, 2001
Jim and Jennifer asked:
"What TV series used the Genesis song 'Just a Job to Do' as its theme?"
The answer is...
"The Insiders" - Keith
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September 25, 2001
JTCRacing asked:
"What was the street address on The Honeymooners?"
The answer is...
"There are three addresses mentioned throughout the series: 328, 358 and 728 Chauncey Street, Brooklyn, New York."
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September 24, 2001
Audra asked:
"I'm trying to figure out a cartoon title from around 1983, I think. it was about young teenage superheroes, more a comedy not so much action/adventure. The main character was a blond guy with a very superman-like costume, except he had no boots just bare feet and he rode around on a flying surfboard. The cool factor clincher was having real people dressed as the characters play songs on stage before/after commercials."
The answer is...
"The Kids Super Power Hour with Shazam"
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September 22, 2001
JP and Bill asked:
"Early to mid eighties: Two kids go to school on another planet. She's a bright straight A student, He's a dumb jock, the school is filled with many interesting species. Less than 15 episodes?"
The answer is...
"Galaxy High"
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September 20, 2001
Andrea asked:
"I can remember a TV show that starred Jason Bateman and had a grandfatherly man in it. I can also remember vividly the intro of the show had a black/red checkerboard and the checkers/chess pieces introduced each character. Am I loony??"
The answer is...
"It's Your Move"
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September 19, 2001
Geoff asked:
"I have vague memories of watching a TV show with my dad in the early 70's that featured a guy in a dark knit cap that rode a motorcycle everywhere. It had a theme song that had lyrics pertaining to "going down some lone, lonesome highway..." And idea what this show was called or am I having some false memory?"
The answer is...
"Then Came Bronson"
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September 18, 2001
Jamie asked:
"Does anyone remember a show about a teenage girl whose dad was an alien? The theme song went like "An earthling's a creature, as strange as can be, not as unique as you or me. His body comes in lots of different shapes. They say their relatives were chimps and apes. But if you take my advice for what it's worth, you could be happy there on earth." I can still hear that song, but I don't know the name of the sitcom or who starred in it. Any ideas?"
The answer is...
"Out Of This World"
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September 17, 2001
Elvis8Atari asked:
"There was a game show on in the 80's. Contestants dropped letters (they were like little square chips or something I think) into little slots and they had to figure out crossword puzzles on the screen. Anybody remember this show?"
The answer is...
"Scrabble"
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September 9, 2001
MK asked:
"There was a show in the mid-early 80s that involved two (a man and a woman) professional spies who recruited a new team of everyday people for each episode. The only episode I remember involved framing a Russian agent, and they had recruited a plumber and a pickpocket for that episode. What was the name of the show??"
The answer is...
"Masquerade"
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September 8, 2001
David asked:
"Who starred in the short-lived series 'United States'?"
The answer is...
"Beau Bridges"
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September 7, 2001
Anon asked:
"When "Dragnet" premiered in 1952, who was Joe Friday's original partner?"
The answer is...
"Sgt. Ben Romero (played by Barton Yarborough)"
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September 6, 2001
Kyle asked:
"There was a show in the early to mid eighties about a group of five or six teenagers I think who each had a different ability due to something that happened to them when they were younger. One of them was incredibly fast because he was struck by lightning (boy). Another could move things with her mind. I'm not sure what they did besides show off their abilities but it was my favorite show for awhile. Any ideas?"
The answer is...
"Misfits of Science"
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September 5, 2001
Bryan asked:
"What late 80's or early 90's TV series had a theme song sung by Jimmy Buffett?"
The answer is...
"Johnny Bago"
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September 4, 2001
Adam asked:
"What was the name of the 80's sitcom about a single father who was a school teacher, and worked secretly as a professional wrestler?"
The answer is...
"Learning The Ropes"
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September 3, 2001
Jon asked:
"What was the first show to premiere directly following the Super Bowl?"
The answer is...
"The A-Team"
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September 1, 2001
Marcus asked:
"What network sitcom of the 1970's showed full male frontal nudity in one of its episodes?"
The answer is...
"All in the Family, when Archie changed Joey's diaper. No, we didn't see Archie."
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August 31, 2001
Tina asked:
"What is I Dream of Jeannie's evil sister's name?"
The answer is...
"Jeannie. She was referred to in the script as "Jeannie II" to avoid confusion."
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August 30, 2001
Becky asked:
"I have asked many people about this television show. It aired in the mid 80's. The show was about a group of people (about 20 people in their 30's or 40's-- I think) who were on a boat that shipwrecked and they had to use their survival skills. I remember one episode in particular where a man gets hypothermia and in order to save him another man jumps into a sleeping bag with him naked. What was it?"
The answer is...
""Voyage of the Mimi" aired in 1984. In the episode called "Shipwrecked" the captain gets hypothermia and they warm him up that way. (Oh, and it starred a young Ben Affleck)." - Thanks to Noelle
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August 29, 2001
Steve asked:
"Does anyone remember that 80's show "The Master", with Lee Van Cleef, about an aging American Ninja who worked beside an American cop whilst being pursued by a Japanese ninja? He fought the same guy in every episode. I know it existed, because I can still hear the theme music in my head? Who was the fellow that played the cop?"
The answer is...
"Timothy Van Patten played the sidekick/ apprentice, Max Keller. "Osaka" was the guy he always fought."
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August 28, 2001
Snnflwr asked:
"There was an episode of Fame in which one of the characters (cannot remember which one, which is my question) was part of a supernatural interaction with a ghost in the mirror? Who was the character and how did the song go?"
The answer is...
"The episode of Fame that you are referring to aired during the third season and was called "Lisa's Song," in which Doris is contacted by a ghost named Lisa during rehearsals of The Gypsy Queen. Lisa (the ghost) is in need of Doris' help to finish her role of the Gypsy Queen because on openning night , Lisa died before she was able to go on. She performs the main song from the show, "Shadows and Light", with Doris and is able to finally rest. Here are the lyrics for "Shadows and Light": > Did you lose your way returning home? > Did you want to stay when it came time to go? > Oh why do you fill up my mind? > Your only a shadow > Only an echo in time > Shadows and light > Shadows and light > Nothing is black > Nothing is white > We are apart of each other forever > Passing through shadows and light > Are you real or are you just a dream? > I feel like your standing so close to me > Trying to show me the way > But it's so hard to hear you > Though your just a whisper away > Shadows and light > (Shadows and light) > Shadows and light > (Shadows and light) > Nothing is black > Nothing is white > We are apart of each other forever > Passing through shadows and light > We are apart of each other forever > Passing through shadows and light." - Thanks to Marc
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August 27, 2001
GBryan asked:
"If my memory serves me correctly, there used to be a show, I believe call Bearcats, that starred Dennis Cole. It was an action serious set in the early 1900's. The two main characters drove a Stutz Bearcat. Are my memories of the show correct? Who was the other co-star?"
The answer is...
"The show was called "Bearcats!" and featured Dennis Cole with Rod Taylor.
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August 26, 2001
Jennifer asked:
"I remember a television show i saw in the mid-80's, but could have been on before and i was watching reruns. the theme song had the line in it "oh by golly she was hit by a trolley..." and it was about an angel babysitter/nanny. i wanna say ann jillian, buy maybe not. can anyone help me?"
The answer is...
"Down to Earth"
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August 25, 2001
Mike asked:
"On Three's Company what was Jack's best friend Larry's last name?"
The answer is...
"Dallas...short for Daliopoulis"
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August 23, 2001
Bonnie asked:
"I remember a British-made miniseries in the 1970's that aired on PBS. It was about a rock band made up of three women who dreamed of being famous. One of the actresses was Rula Lenska (who later got famous in the US for a shampoo commercial). Later, an American network remade it, and I remember that the British version was much better. Can anyone remember what either the British or American versions were called? I think one of them had the word "rainbow" in the title (both versions may have had the same title, but I'm not sure)."
The answer is...
"The British version was called "Rock Follies". The American version was "Rock Rainbow".
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August 22, 2001
John asked:
"What show did Bob Denver star in on Friday nights primetime after Gilligan's Island went off the air?"
The answer is...
"The Good Guys"
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August 21, 2001
Daryn asked:
"I remember seeing a few episodes of a late night show that featured David Sanborn and several guest musicians doing nothing but jamming. I believe it was on after the David Letterman show or perhaps the Tonight Show back when Johnny was still on top. Must have been in the early 80s. I think it was called either The David Sanborn Hour or something cheesy like Up Late with David Sanborn. Any help would be appreciated."
The answer is...
"The show was originally called "Sunday Night" when it premiered in 1988. It was retitled "Michelob Presents Night Music" the next year and, if you remember those Michelob ads, you can guess what happened next."
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August 19, 2001
DevieMB asked:
"I remember a show I think it was early-mid 90's with Jenna Elfman (I believe) she was a waitress and had 2 friends and they lived in a town centered around fishing and she was a waitress but i cant remember the name of the show! HELP!"
The answer is...
"Townies"
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August 19, 2001
Rachel asked:
"There was a show on in the early 80's or 90's or something like that and it featured kids who read a fairy tale or something every week. It was live action, and I had "The Elves and The Shoemaker" on tape. Does anybody know what this was called or any information? Help! This is driving me and my sister crazy! Please help!"
The answer is...
"Jim Henson's "The Storyteller".
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August 18, 2001
Mike asked:
"At the end of every "Dharma and Greg" episode, an odd essay of sorts flashes for about five seconds. What is the deal with that? My wife and I have videotaped it a few times and freeze-framed it...yes, we may have too much time on our hands, but anyway...it's always an odd diatribe of some banal observances, sort of like Jerry Seinfeld on a bad night. My guess is that some friend(s) of the show gets a cheap writer's credit each week. Anyone?"
The answer is...
"Chuck Lorre, executive producer of Dharma and Greg, began running the "Vanity Cards" under his production logo in the first season of Dharma and Greg; they can only be read by taping the show and using the Pause button. Lorre (who claims to write all the cards), began it as a goof, but when they caught on, he started numbering the cards. They've never gone for deep social significance, but a lot of them (particularly the early ones), are pretty funny....which raises the question, When Did Chuck Lorre's Vanity Cards Jump The Shark?" - Thanks to Cliff
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August 17, 2001
Jennifer asked:
"There was a series that aired in the mid-90's with Sherman Hemsley as an ex-con? We think it aired on UPN. It was a comedy. Do you have any idea what the name of the show is?"
The answer is...
""Goode Behavior" from 1996."
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August 16, 2001
Monkfarms asked:
"What was the name of The Rifleman's black horse?"
The answer is...
"Razor"
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August 15, 2001
Kevin asked:
"What was Patsy's job in "Absolutely Fabulous"?"
The answer is...
"Patsy worked at a women's magazine: "I'm a fashion director. I direct the fashion. One word from me will raise hemlines so high the world's your gynecologist!" - Thanks to L Murray
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August 14, 2001
James asked:
"What early 90s show - which starred both Emmy and Oscar-winning actresses long before they won their respective awards - revolved around an elderly man living in a nursing home in the year 2035 who often reminisced about his past life? Each episode was set in a different year."
The answer is...
"The show was My Life and Times; the Oscar winner was Helen Hunt, the Emmy winner Megan Mullaly." - Thanks to Christopher
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August 13, 2001
Debbie asked:
"What was the name of Mr. Tudball's "secretary" in a recurring skit on "The Tim Conway Show?""
The answer is...
"Mrs. Wiggins"
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August 12, 2001
Debbie asked:
"What college did Sondra Huxtable attend?"
The answer is...
"Princeton University"
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August 11, 2001
Berister1 asked:
"Who was Joe Feeney? And what show was he a regular on...the show was on for many many years?"
The answer is...
"Joe was a tenor on The Lawrence Welk Show."
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August 9, 2001
Administrator asked:
"There was a show on about a Dad and two boys that traveled around in I think a motor home, "Three for the Road". Who played the Dad and the two sons?"
The answer is...
""Three for the Road" starred Alex Rocco as the father, Pete Karras. The two sons were Vincent Van Patten as John Karras and Leif Garrett as Endy Karras."
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August 7, 2001
Stephanie asked:
"Does anyone remember the name of a pilot (2 hrs long, I believe, or a two-parter) abut a suspiciously Hunter S. Thompson-esque writer living in a suspiciously Aspen-esque Colorado town? "Jame Gumb" from Silence of the Lambs played the lead character. The show may possibly have actually run for an episode or two, and I believe it was in the early- or mid-90's."
The answer is...
"Murder in High Places"
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August 6, 2001
Totalnecro asked:
"I have very vague memories of a weekly (I believe it aired on Friday nights) 70's anthology, which focused on 4 recurring stories. One story had to do with a vampire, and the other I remember had to do with the curse of King Tut's Tomb. Many years of drug abuse has all but erased the memory of this great show from my mind. Does anyone know the name of this show?"
The answer is...
"Cliff Hangers"
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August 5, 2001
Dr. Kim asked:
"What was the name of the series where there is a very poor young guy who wants to attend college, but can't afford it? He dresses up in various disguises to sneak into classes. It was horrible but memorable."
The answer is...
"The name of the show was Hank. It was on NBC on Friday at, I believe, 8pm after Camp Runamuck. He had a little sister played by Katie Sweet." - Thanks to David
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August 4, 2001
NCtrhlvidman asked:
"What are the closing lyrics to WKRP in Cincinnati?"
The answer is...
"It was gibberish. They wanted it to sound like a real rock song. No lyrics."
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August 3, 2001
Dion asked:
"On the show Martin, did we ever find out what Tommy did for a living?"
The answer is...
"There is only one mention of Tommy's occupation and it is third season episode 10. Martin goes into a strip club and sees Tommy on the runway. So for that episode he was a stripper. This was found at the Martin Lawrence official web site." - Thanks to Lynda
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August 2, 2001
Joe asked:
"Benson worked in the governor's mansion of what state?"
The answer is...
"Connecticut"
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August 1, 2001
Penn asked:
"Can you name the show and character that coined the phrase, "Handle it! Handle it!" from around the late 70's early 80's show."
The answer is...
"Carter Country and Mayor Teddy Burnside."
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July 31, 2001
Neil asked:
"Did Roy Firestone host his own TV variety show in the early 80's or did i just get a hold of some tainted shellfish?"
The answer is...
"Roy hosted the syndicated show "Life's Most Embarrassing Moments". It's probably one of his own."
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July 30, 2001
Kronos asked:
"In "Friends", they previously established that Chandler and Monica would be married in a museum... however, then they finally wed, it was in a hotel. Why did they change their plans?"
The answer is...
"The museum was just something that was done as kind of a joke, the museum that Monica and Rachel I believe it was were in had like a three year waiting list for marriages. So Monica believe that someday it would happen reserved their space there. Monica and Chandler were not even planning on marriage at that time. Actually, Chandler almost called off the relationship because it scared him so bad. At that time the reservation at the museum was canceled." - Thanks to Laura
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July 29, 2001
Christine asked:
"What soap opera was Yasmine Bleeth on before Baywatch?"
The answer is...
"One Life to Live, and before that, Ryan's Hope."
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July 28, 2001
Chad asked:
"What was that show with the crime fighters in that big helicopter with the face painted on it, like some kind of 2 story lifting chopper?"
The answer is...
"Riptide"
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July 26, 2001
Stephanie asked:
"I was recently watching the ten best episodes of Friends on video. I noticed for the first time that their apt. #'s were not always 19 and 20. In the pilot and some of the earlier episodes the #'s were 4 (Chandler and Joey) and 5 (Monica and Rachel). Then in later episodes they become 19 (C and J) and 20 (M and R). When did they change and does anyone know why?"
The answer is...
"The switch in apt. numbers took place VERY early on in production (first 4/5 episodes.) Reason being, when they show shots of the outside of the building, they always pan upward toward the higher floors. That didn't make sense if their apt numbers were very low, so they increased the numbers to them synch with the higher floor in the apt building they were apparently in." - Thanks to CJH
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July 25, 2001
Rachel asked:
"What was Denise Huxtable's GPA when she dropped out of Hillman on A Different World?"
The answer is...
"1.7"
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July 23, 2001
Jason asked:
"What is the name of that school shown in the opening credits on "Welcome Back, Kotter" and where is it ?"
The answer is...
"Welcome Back, Kotter was based on real high school experiences of Gabe Kaplan. He had once attended the equivalent of James Buchanan High School in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, New York..."
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July 21, 2001
Jason asked:
"Can you name the original starting five for Carver High on The White Shadow?"
The answer is...
"Morris Thorpe, Mario "Salami" Pettrino, Warren Coolidge, James Hawyard, Milton Reese."
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July 20, 2001
Joel asked:
"There was a show in the mid/late 80's that I believe was ABC's answer to Miami Vice. It was about a white guy (posing as a photographer?) and a black guy that were cops or private eyes, and they looked kind of like Hall & Oates. I believe it was on about the same time Stingray was on. Also, I think they played INXS's "Listen Like Thieves" as the theme or during the show at one point... What was the show and was that INXS's song that was played?!? Was it the theme song and if not, how did it go?!?"
The answer is...
"The name of the series was "The Insiders" it was on ABC from Sept. '85 to June '86. The fast-paced adventures of a pair of hip investigative reporters for a national magazine. Nick, who looked a lot like rock star Sting was a rebellious product of the '60's. His is partner Mackey, a cool, young black dude was a reformed ex con. These two characters were played by Nicholas Campbell and Stony Jackson." - Thanks to Lynda
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July 18, 2001
Steven asked:
"On the 60's program Julia with Diahann Caroll her son would play with the boy downstairs who would often repeat his full name. What was that name?"
The answer is...
"Earl J. Waggerdorn"
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July 17, 2001
Peter asked:
"What does the "RFD" stand for on Mayberry RFD??"
The answer is...
"R.F.D stands for: Rural Free Delivery In 1896, the U.S. Congress approved Rural Free Delivery. People were becoming increasingly concerned that a growing country needed to provide postal service to as many citizens as possible, and the villages of Charles Town, Halltown, and Uvilla, West Virginia were the "test markets" for the project. Postmaster General William S. Bissel was outraged that Congress would charge him with such a ridiculous idea and he refused to spend the $20,000 appropriation stating it was clear that such a move would bankrupt the nation." - Thanks to Carl and www.mayberry.com
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July 16, 2001
Kevin asked:
"What three qualities did Ralph Hinckley need to have to been chosen by aliens as The Greatest American Hero?"
The answer is...
"Moral character, idealism and integrity"
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July 14, 2001
Jon asked:
"What brand of motorcycle did Jon and Ponch ride on CHiPs?"
The answer is...
"Kawasaki"
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July 12, 2001
Melissa asked:
"There was a show in the mid-70s. It had Charles Nelson Reilly and Lenny Shultz (???). They worked in an office, possibly an animation studio. Every episode, the Lenny Shultz guy would shoot up from his desk and yell LUNCHTIME in a weird voice. Also, I remember something about a crocodile that sneezed. I didn't take too many drugs in my life, but is all of this possibly from one TV show?"
The answer is...
"You're thinking of "Uncle Croc's Block" from 1975, but it was one of Lennie Weinrib's characters who yelled "LUNCHTIME!"
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July 11, 2001
RoMaTo asked:
"On The Mary Tyler Moore Show what did the T.V. Station's call letters WJM stand for and what was the name of the actor that portrayed the character whose initials were WJM?"
The answer is...
"Wild Jack Munroe who was played by Slim Pickens."
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July 10, 2001
Ted asked:
"What was Edith Bunker's maiden name?"
The answer is...
"Baines."
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July 9, 2001
Michael asked:
"On Happy Days was Ralph Malph's father a dentist or an eye doctor or both in different episodes?"
The answer is...
"Mickey Malph was an eye doctor. He prescribed glasses for Fonzie in season 3. In season 7, he came to give Ralph glasses and told his son that he and Ralph's mother were separating."
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July 8, 2001
Tracy asked:
"What is Big's real name on Sex and the City?"
The answer is...
"It's never been said."
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July 7, 2001
Richard asked:
"On M*A*S*H, what is Radar's dog's name? This was revealed in a home movie sent to Radar from Iowa."
The answer is...
"Ranger"
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July 6, 2001
Jennifer asked:
"What pin does Det. Mike Logan (Chris Noth's character on Law and Order) always wear on his lapel?"
The answer is...
"An American flag."
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July 5, 2001
Jennifer asked:
"What is the Brady's home address on The Brady Bunch?"
The answer is...
"4222 Clinton Way"
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July 4, 2001
Cobraman asked:
"What was the caliber of The Rifleman's rifle?"
The answer is...
"Lucas protected the town of North Fork with what was "in actuality" a model 1892 Winchester carbine. It was fitted with a large loop lever that enabled it to be spun and cocked in a dramatic fashion. The triggerguard incorporated a screw that could be set to trip the trigger every time the lever was closed, thus firing the gun. This was the secret to its rapid-firing technique. There were three carbines used in the show: a primary Winchester, another identical gun for backup, and a third version that was made from an El Tigre, a Spanish copy of the 1892 Winchester. The El Tigre was the gun usually carried in a saddle scabbard and used for rough work where a close-up wasn't involved. There were also two other loop lever Winchester 92 carbines that were used by Chuck in later years during his personal appearances. Today all four Winchester carbines are in private collections, while the whereabouts of the El Tigre is unknown. The program would open with Chuck rapid-firing eleven shots as he walked down the street of North Fork. Actually, he only fired ten shots; the eleventh had to be dubbed in to time out with the music. This was found on the Official Rifleman Site". - Thanks to Lynda
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July 3, 2001
Mary Ann asked:
"Long before Rescue 911, I remember watching as a child a rescue show, I can't remember the name exactly, I may the name mixed up, it was either Rescue 51 or Squad 51. It was an early cross between Emergency and Chips. Any help?"
The answer is...
"You're thinking of either "Rescue 8" or "Emergency!".
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July 2, 2001
Jenni asked:
"There was a children's show in the early 80's where a woman was held captive by an old lady, possibly a witch. The opening credits always showed the witch chasing the girl through the woods. In each episode the woman would throw various objects like shoes and toys into a big red machine that would turn and crank and spit out a book. She would then sit down and read the book that would become the story for the day. Any idea about the name of the show and possibly even who starred in it?"
The answer is...
"Faerie Tale Theatre"
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July 1, 2001
Paul asked:
"During the last few seasons of The Cosby Show, Bill Cosby was often shown wearing a black pin with white letters. I believe these letters were "SP". My question is what did these letters represent, or what did the pin itself itself represent."
The answer is...
"It was "SD" in memory of Sammy Davis, Jr."
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June 30, 2001
Alan asked:
"There was an episode of "F Troop" with a rock 'n' roll band, called "The Bedbugs". The Bedbugs were played by an actual, and now well-known, band called...?"
The answer is...
"Little Feat"
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June 29, 2001
Marianna asked:
"What was Sarah Michelle Gellar's break-in role, even prior to All My Children?"
The answer is...
"This question is subjective. An early Burger King commercial (that eventually got pulled because it insulted McDonald's by name), featured a young Gellar, and she also starred in the TV movie "An Invasion of Privacy" in 1983. During her stint on "All My Children" in the early '90s, she also worked on the 1992 series "Swan's Crossing."
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June 28, 2001
Hdr76 asked:
"What was the name of the ABC "Laugh In" rip-off that lasted (rightfully so) just one episode? Tim Conway was one of the cast."
The answer is...
"The show was "Turn-On." It aired in 1969 and Conway was a guest star, not a regular."
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June 27, 2001
John asked:
"$6,000,000 question - Steve lost his limbs in a plane crash. Jamie lost hers in a sky diving accident. Why did Max become the bionic dog?"
The answer is...
"Max was in a fire, and Rudy rebuilt him...Max was the first experiment in Bionics." - Thanks to Robert
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June 26, 2001
Jolene asked:
"In the Eighties, there was a sort of Renaissance/ Medireview period show about a family. There was a father and he had a noble woman girlfriend, a daughter (who was rebellious, wore pants you know) and at least one son, I think there were up to three. They had a rival family....and I think the family name was the name of the show. "
The answer is...
"The Charmings"
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June 25, 2001
Mark asked:
"What was Barney Fife's middle name?"
The answer is...
"One of the great TV contradictions - Barney has 3 middle names: P., Milton, and Oliver." Thanks to Barry.
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June 22, 2001
Www asked:
"What was the name of the show in the late '70's that had an angel named Random. The guy that played the angel is now one of Jay Leno's writers. I think the show may have been a spin-of
