Stump Archive -- 2005
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Every question that's ever been asked and answered this year. Dazzle your friends! Stump The Shark!
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December 31. 2005
Olivia asked:
"Who was the first musical guest on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve?"
The answer is:
"Three Dog Night"
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December 30. 2005
George asked:
"What was the first year Dick Clark welcomed in the new year on ABC?"
The answer is:
"1972."
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December 28. 2005
Tanya asked:
"What was the first show to switch networks during its first run episodes?"
The answer is:
"Father Knows Best"
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December 27. 2005
Mickey asked:
"What was the show on ABC that Monday Night Football replaced when it first started?"
The answer is:
"Harold Robbins' The Survivors and Love, American Style"
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December 26. 2005
Debbie asked:
"What's the name of the town where it has to snow for Santa not to take a sick day in A Year Without A Santa Claus?"
The answer is:
"Southtown, USA"
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December 25. 2005
Alvin asked:
"How many Grinches stronger did the Grinch get when he realized Christmas meant a little bit more?"
The answer is:
"Twelve (Ten Grinches, Plus Two)"
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December 24. 2005
Simon asked
"What acting parts did Snoopy have in the Christmas play from A Charlie Brown Christmas?"
The answer is:
"All the animals, including a cow, sheep and penguin."
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December 23. 2005
Lara asked:
"I remember watching a show in the late 80’s, early 90’s about a crime-solving disc jockey. What was the name of the show?"
The answer is:
"Midnight Caller"
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December 19. 2005
Peter asked:
"What was the first animated show to win an Emmy?"
The answer is:
"The Huckleberry Hound Show"
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November 30. 2005
Lindsey asked:
"What did the writing on Gabe and Julie Kotter's living room wall say?"
The answer is:
"Closet"
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November 22. 2005
Leslie asked:
"In the late fifties and early sixties there was a cartoon about a little boy with a magic hat that could turn him into anything he wanted to be. He also had a Saint Bernard dog as his best friend can you name the boy and his dog?"
The answer is:
"Tom Terrific and Mighty Manfred the Wonder Dog"
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November 16. 2005
Brant asked:
"Which former Little Rascal had a reoccurring role on Sanford & Son, and what was the name of the character he portrayed?"
The answer is:
"Matthew 'Stymie' Beard played Otis Littlejohn"
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November 10. 2005
Danielle asked:
"In the late eighties or early nineties, there was a show about a maid who lived in a house trailer with her daughter who I believed was played by Sarah Rue. She worked for a rich man (who was played by the actor who was Roseanne’s dad in the first few episodes of Roseanne) who was a complete perv. His daughter was played by Bonnie Hunt and her husband was Lenny from Laverne and Shirley. The show did not last long. What was it?"
The answer is:
"Grand"
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November 4. 2005
Ellen asked:
"We know Tatum O'Neal was the youngest to ever win an Oscar. Who is the youngest person to ever win an Emmy?"
The answer is:
"Roxana Zal for Something About Amelia"
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November 3, 2005
Fishyoise asked:
"I remember this one "How it Works" show that I watched on PBS or A&E. It was British, had Dave Brubeck's "Take 5" as its theme song, and featured dancing washing machines and refrigerators in the credits. I've even asked by British professors about this show, and neither know the name. I'm dying to find out what the name of this show was, because I loved watching it with my Dad."
The answer is:
"The Secret Life of Machines"
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November 2, 2005
Rhonda asked:
"Pamela Sue Martin played the original Nancy Drew. What actress replaced her?"
The answer is:
"Janet Louise Johnson "
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October 31, 2005
Jim asked:
"Does anyone remember the name of the sitcom in the early 70’s starring Henry Fonda & Ronny Howard? I thought it was called Primrose Lane, or something close to that."
The answer is:
"The Smith Family"
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October 29, 2005
Larry asked:
"Who were the original correspondents on 60 Minutes?"
The answer is:
"Mike Wallace and Harry Reasoner"
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October 25, 2005
Lou asked:
"What was Rerun's birth name on What's Happening!!?"
The answer is:
"Freddie Stubbs"
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October 23, 2005
Damian asked:
"I remember a sketch-comedy show that aired on NBC in which the performers recreated memorable episodes of old sitcoms. In the episode I saw, they did the infamous "I'm so scaaaared!" episode of Saved by the Bell. It was only on for a few weeks. What show was this?"
The answer is:
"The Rerun Show"
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October 22, 2005
Keith asked:
"What's the most money every won on a game show? I'm talking about a single episode, not a Ken Jennings type of run."
The answer is:
"Michael Larson won $110,237 on Press Your Luck."
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October 20, 2005
Robert asked:
"There was an import show from England (late 70's early 80's) featuring an all girl rock band, I think called The Little Ladies. What was the name of the show, and who was in it?"
The answer is:
"Rock Follies"
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October 18, 2005
Peter asked:
"Who was the first guest star on Extreme Makeover – Home Edition?"
The answer is:
"LeAnn Rimes"
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October 17, 2005
Peter asked:
"How many superhero character references have there been on Seinfeld?"
The answer is:
"Superman (repeatedly), Green Lantern (Elaine is dating the homeless guy), Batman (Kramer survives the bus hijack), Lois Lane (Jerry dated a girl named Lois, as well as regular references to Elaine as such), Nemeses are referred to as Lex Luthors (Newman, Sue Ellen Mischke), Bizarro Jerry, George and Kramer, Jerry’s PIN number is Jor-El (Superman’s father), Iron Man (George wonders if he wears underwear under the armor), The Incredible Hulk, Plastic Man, Flash (could he beat Superman in a race?), Aquaman (Jerry and George debate if he could come out on land?)."
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October 14, 2005
Steve asked:
"Three 50s/60s television action series about rescuing people and catching bad guys had aviation related themes. In one of the series, Ted and Jim jumped out of airplanes. In another series, sponsored by Nabisco, Schuyler flew around in a low-wing twin engine plane. His niece was a main character in the show that was often held hostage by the bad guys. In the third series, Chuck and his sidekick flew around in a Bell helicopter. Name the three TV series."
The answer is:
"Ripcord, Sky King and Whirlybirds."
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October 12, 2005
Paul asked:
"I think there was a show about a guy who was wrongly imprisoned and upon his release went around seeking revenge on everyone who played a part in his conviction. He had a Mexican sidekick and used the ace of spades as a calling card. Do you know what was it called?"
The answer is:
"Sword of Justice"
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October 10, 2005
Pilar asked:
"Who was the first Keaton to have boyfriend or girlfriend on an episode of Family Ties?"
The answer is:
"Mallory, whose boyfriend was Jeff."
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October 6, 2005
Brett asked:
"Could you name the original cast of You Can't Do That On Television?"
The answer is:
"Christine McGlade, Marc Baillon, Todd Brewer, Tim Douglas, Ruth Buzzi, Iain Fingler, Cindy Kennedy, Mike Lyon, Jono Gebert, Deidre McIssac,Elizabeth Mitchell, Lisa Ruddy, Scott Sandeman, Kevin Schenk,Kevin Somers, Michelle Taylor, Steve Wilson, Bradfield Wiltse."
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October 3, 2005
Ryan asked:
"What is Zach and Kelly's song on Saved by the Bell? It's on the Jukebox at The Max."
The answer is:
"Muskrat Love"
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October 2, 2005
Roberto asked:
"What was the name of the show that starred Barbie Benton as one of three friends who worked in the same place (I think as Bar Maids) in the mid '70's? The theme song repeated "Girls..Girls..Girls...GGGiiirrrlllss..." (sung by rather high pitched women) as the chorus describing what the show was about. I've been trying for years to remember what this show was about. In Los Angeles it was on channel 7 on Sunday afternoons. Thanks!"
The answer is:
"Sugar Time"
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October 1, 2005
Angelique asked:
"Can you list The Golden Girls in order of their age (youngest to oldest)? This is for both the actresses and their characters."
The answer is:
"Blanche (Rue McClanahan February 21, 1935), Sophia (Estelle Getty July 25, 1924), Dorothy (Bea Arthur May 13, 1923), Rose (Betty White January 17, 1922)."
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September 30, 2005
Dennis asked:
"What was the name of Ellie May Clampett's chimpanzee in The Beverly Hillbillies? I need to know desperately!"
The answer is:
"There were two...Elmer and Bessie."
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September 28, 2005
Lynda asked:
"What's the four-word phrase used in every episode of Desperate Housewives?"
The answer is:
"Now here's the deal."
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September 28, 2005
Chris asked:
"I remember a game show as a kid (80's), that had a final thing where the contestant had to answer questions while going through some type of "murderers row". When they got the answer right, they kinda moved out of the way and moved on to the next one. Please tell me I'm not insane. No one knows what this was. Thanks so much in advance."
The answer is:
"Whew!"
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September 26, 2005
Sari asked:
"What show won an Emmy for Best Series and was cancelled the very next season?"
The answer is:
"Taxi"
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September 25, 2005
Twiggy asked:
"How many actors appeared in both Aaron Sorkin's Sports Night and The West Wing?"
The answer is:
"Joshua Molina, Janel Moloney, Felicity Huffman, Teri Polo, David Graf, and of course, Ted McGinley.""
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September 24, 2005
Ronnie asked:
"Which of the Desperate Housewives appeared on network TV the earliest, and what were they in?"
The answer is:
"Felicity Huffman as 'Flicka' in A Home Run for Love""
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September 23, 2005
Jimi asked:
"How did Kenny die the first time on South Park?"
The answer is:
"Killed by a laser beam from a nearby UFO."
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September 21, 2005
Kneebone asked:
"I remember watching a movie on TV in the late 70's early 80's about Nuclear War or the possibility of a Nuclear war. Most of the movie was set in a cold snowy place like Alaska or something like that. The army guys (and one girl I think) were cut off from the rest of the world and had no way of knowing if the world was going to end. Anyone know the title?"
The answer is:
"World War III"
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September 17, 2005
Stefanie asked:
"I can't remember the name of this show. Can someone please help? 80's sitcom about a family with teenagers. Their house is haunted by a woman who was killed by trolly car in the 1920s. The ghost was always giving the teens (a boy & a girl) advice, etc..., but I think the parents didn't know about the ghost. HELP!"
The answer is:
"Jennifer Slept Here"
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September 13, 2005
Chris asked:
"Back in the early 70’s there was a magic show on TV. There was the star of the show, a magician, and his wife and son were assistants. I think the show was on Saturday mornings, and the wife may have been named “Lanni”? She dressed like a cocktail waitress. Does anyone remember?"
The answer is:
"The Magic of Mark Wilson"
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September 3, 2005
Donald asked:
"Just to show how far TV has regressed, in the middle '50's there was a live panel-type quiz show on in which experts from the New York Museum of Natural History attempted to identify archeological artifacts. I don't remember if there were prizes, but the credits rolled against a background of a Foucault's Pendulum tracing a pattern in sand (riveting stuff, huh?). Do you know what it was called?"
The answer is:
"Adventure"
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September 2, 2005
Donald asked:
"Just to show how far TV has regressed, in the middle '50's there was a live panel-type quiz show on in which experts from the New York Museum of Natural History attempted to identify archeological artifacts. I don't remember if there were prizes, but the credits rolled against a background of a Foucault's Pendulum tracing a pattern in sand (riveting stuff, huh?). Do you know what it was called?"
The answer is:
"Adventure"
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September 1, 2005
Donald asked:
"WHAT IS THE REAL BACKDROP TOWN IN WHICH MURDER, SHE WROTE WAS FILMED? NOT CABOT COVE, MAINE."
The answer is:
"Mendocino, California"
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August 30, 2005
Missy asked:
"What was the first primetime show that ever aired on FOX?"
The answer is:
"Married...with Children"
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August 29, 2005
Pedro asked:
"Who was the first anchor on CNN Headline News?"
The answer is:
"Chuck Roberts"
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August 26, 2005
Lee asked:
"The hosts of Wonderama were Sonny Fox, Sandy Becker, Chuck McCann and Uncle Fred Scott. There was a 5th if I recall. Who was it?"
The answer is:
"Bob McAllister"
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August 25, 2005
Pete asked:
"Where did the first MTV Video Music Awards take place, and who was the host?"
The answer is:
"New York, 1984, hosted by Dan Aykroyd and Bette Midler"
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August 18, 2005
Ryan asked:
"This was a TV series from Britain about nannies set in the late 1800's. PBS aired it. One woman had a child of her own ,but she had to keep it a secret. There may have been a number in the title? It's driving me crazy, I can't think of the name."
The answer is:
"Berkeley Square"
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August 15, 2005
Leroy asked:
"Early morning game show on Saturday's featuring Willie Aames of Charles in Charge fame as the host. The show was geared towards kids as all its contestants were kids. The first portion of the show consisted of a Darwinian thinning of the herd through a series of trivia questions. The second portion was a boot camp style obstacle course with requisite zip lines. Been thinking about this for a while, please help."
The answer is:
"The Krypton Factor"
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August 9, 2005
Barbara asked:
"A few years ago I saw a show on VH1. In one corner of the screen they showed music videos. The rest of the screen showed several puppies playing. Does anyone remember this show?"
The answer is:
"PupStars"
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August 7, 2005
Alex asked:
"OK. There was this one live-action show on Saturday Mornings that involved one or two kids going into a haunted house and being friends with the assorted horror monsters inside. There was a vampire, a mummy, a Frankenstein monster, and a ghost who looked and acted like Elvis. It was on on around the same year as Bailey Kipper's POV. I can't remember the title though! What is it?"
The answer is:
"Monster Squad"
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August 5, 2005
Michael asked:
"There was a science fiction TV show (syndicated) in the late 1970s on local NYC station (could have been NBC—probably on Saturdays in the late afternoon). Premise was that there was a giant space ship “ark” that was hurtling out of control and into a collision course with destruction. The ark was so big, that it appeared to its residents to not to be a ship at all, but a planet etc. A knowing band of would-be rescuers traveled every week to a new “section”/world of the ark, trying to find the control room of the “ark” to avert disaster. No one, I mean, no one remembers this show but me. Did I hallucinate it?"
The answer is:
"The Starlost"
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August 4, 2005
Temsmed asked:
"What was the name of Jeannie's sister on I Dream of Jeannie?"
The answer is:
"Jeannie"
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August 3, 2005
Cruz asked:
"What was the name of the show that appeared on UPN in the 90's about a time traveling cop who had a stun gun that resembled a key car alarm. It shot out a red beam, blue beam and green beam. He had a holographic buddy named SELMA that accompanied him on his adventures."
The answer is:
"Time Trax"
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August 1, 2005
Barbara asked:
"There was a show along the lines of The Fugitive. A woman was convicted of killing her boss and went on the run with her husband to find a woman who looked like her that could clear her. Does anyone know what the name of this show was?"
The answer is:
"Hot Pursuit"
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July 31, 2005
Devin asked:
"On M*A*S*H, BJ needed $200 to make a down payment on some land that he wants to buy. While showing the pictures of this land to Charles, BJ tells him where the garage will be. Where does he say this location will be at?"
The answer is:
"Mill Valley, California"
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July 30, 2005
Larry asked:
"What was the highest rated program on network TV in 1985 that wasn't on NBC?"
The answer is:
"Dynasty"
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July 29, 2005
Alex asked:
"On Saved By The Bell, the gang stays at a hotel in Hawaii owned by Jesse's Father. What was it called?"
The answer is:
"The Hideaway"
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July 28, 2005
Oliver asked:
"I remember a show in the late '60's/early '70's called STRANGE PARADISE, sort of a DARK SHADOWS wannabe. What were the names of the main character and the spirit of his ancestor he was possessed by?"
The answer is:
"Jean-Paul Desmond...he was possessed by Jacques Eloi Des Mondes"
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July 25, 2005
Randolph asked:
"Post Blossom, Jenna Van Oy starred in a short lived sitcom. Her mother was a welfare cheat, her two brothers, were Workman’s Comp cheats, and she ran around in her short shorts. The family lived in a trailer park, and the main gag was trying to outwit the social work lady who came by at all hours trying to catch them. It was a summer replacement that died quickly. Any ideas?"
The answer is:
"Family Values"
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July 19, 2005
Barbara asked:
"A while back there were "rotating" mystery movies. I believe that McMillan & Wife, McCloud, and Columbo were some of the movies. Were there any others besides those 3?"
The answer is:
"Between them, the Sunday and Wednesday Mystery Movies series included: "Hec Ramsey," "Cool Million," "Banacek," "Madigan," "Tenafly," "Faraday and Company," "The Snoop Sisters," "Amy Prentiss," "McCoy," "Quincy M.E." (later spun off, of course), and the misbegotten attempt to adapt Harry Kemelman's novels, "Lanigan's Rabbi."" - Thanks to Elliott
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July 18, 2005
Jeremy asked:
"There was a TV show in the 90's that spoofed COPS. It was a very short run. It was similar to Reno 911. Please help me. Thanks."
The answer is:
"Bakersfield, P.D."
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July 17, 2005
Bruce asked:
"What happened to Kolchak that caused him to go on his nocturnal missions in Kolchak: The Night Stalker?"
The answer is:
"He is a reporter sent to cover a story in Las Vegas, and learns that the killers are vampires that he's forced to pursue only at night."
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July 15, 2005
Clanomincks asked:
"What was the name of Joel's old job before he was shot in space on Mystery Science Theater 3000?"
The answer is:
"Joel was a janitor."
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July 13, 2005
M.J. asked:
"What was the name of the restaurant that Pat Brady washed dishes at and Dale Evans was the waitress?"
The answer is:
"Eureka Cafe"
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July 11, 2005
M.J. asked:
"What was the name of the restaurant that Pat Brady washed dishes at and Dale Evans was the waitress?"
The answer is:
"Eureka Cafe"
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July 9, 2005
RollerRevenge asked:
"What were the full names of all the castaways on Gilligan's Island?"
The answer is:
"Willy Gilligan, Skipper Jonas Grumby too, the millionaire Thurston Howell III, and his wife Eunice (Lovey) Wentworth Howell, the movie star Ginger Grant, the Professor Roy Hinkley and Mary Ann Summers, here on Gilligan's isle."
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July 8, 2005
Josh asked:
"I'm trying to remember a sitcom that was on in the early-mid 90's. I BELIEVE it had Jon Cryer. I remember that the show actually changed names after a season. All I can recall is one commercial where the two stars say "High Five" (they high-five each other), "Self high five" (they clap above their heads). I know its not much to go on. Any thoughts?"
The answer is:
"Partners"
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July 7, 2005
Mark asked:
"I recall a show on briefly probably in the late fifties. It was about a one or two year baby who didn't talk but his thoughts were verbalized. Or did I dream this?"
The answer is:
"Happy"
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July 6, 2005
DeLene asked:
"There was show on the late 60's about a group of young adults who were stranded on a deserted island that had been a military base(?). The plane they had been on crash landed and the pilot was killed, along with any so called responsible adults. It was probably on one season or maybe less. Anyone remember that?"
The answer is:
"The New People"
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July 5, 2005
BigThunder0901 asked:
"Can you name all the actors on Saturday Night Live who have portrayed Bill Clinton?"
The answer is:
"Dana Carvey, Chris Elliot, Chris Farley, Darrell Hammond, Phil Hartman, Michael Mckean, Tim Meadows, Adam Sandler and David Spade." - Thanks to Lynda
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July 3, 2005
Julie asked:
"On whom did Rita Moreno base her Electric Company character, Otto the Director?"
The answer is:
"Otto Preminger"
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July 2, 2005
Steve asked:
"In the 80’s (I think), a television show about a PI set in Vegas. The PI’s name was Robert or the actors name was Robert. Can you help me get the name of the show and the actors name?"
The answer is:
"Vega$, with Robert Urich as Dan Tanna"
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July 1, 2005
Randy asked:
"There's a TV show that was on, in the 1990's I guess. It was on Fox and it was about this woman who could project herself into a "virtual reality" world. I remember it was on just before The X-Files on Friday nights. Anybody remember the name?"
The answer is:
"VR.5"
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June 30, 2005
Frank asked:
"Can you name the original starting five on The White Shadow?"
The answer is:
"Salami, Thorpe, Reese, Haywood and Coolidge"
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June 26, 2005
James asked:
"Who were the hosts of the first live NFL Draft telecast on ESPN?"
The answer is:
"George Grande, Bob Ley and Chris Berman"
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June 24, 2005
Poppy asked:
"What happened to the original spouses of Mike and Carol Brady?"
The answer is:
"Mike's wife died. The fate of Carol's first husband is unknown. Rumor has it that Sherwood Schwartz wanted Carol to be a divorcee, but the network said no, so it went unmentioned."
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June 23, 2005
Jackie asked:
"Who was the original host of Name That Tune?"
The answer is:
"Red Butler"
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June 13, 2005
Msjudyblueeyes1 asked:
"I remember watching a show where adults had dressed up in costumes a lady in a purple "Kitty" costume, a big brown lion, and some other characters but it was similar to the today's Disney show called "The Doodlebops". If anyone could figure this out, its been driving me crazy."
The answer is:
"Zoobilee Zoo"
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June 11, 2005
Msjudyblueeyes1 asked:
"I remember watching a show where adults had dressed up in costumes a lady in a purple "Kitty" costume, a big brown lion, and some other characters but it was similar to the today's Disney show called "The Doodlebops". If anyone could figure this out, its been driving me crazy."
The answer is:
"Zoobilee Zoo"
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June 8, 2005
Bluejane25 asked:
"This show was short lived. I think it ran for one summer a few years ago. It was about a band that consisted of two guys and one girl who find a ring. The ring enables them to see ghosts that have a problem with crossing over to the other side. The band's job as the ring bearers is to solve the ghost's conflict so that they can cross over. Any ideas?"
The answer is:
"Dead Last"
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June 5, 2005
Mickey asked:
"What was the first TV show that Patrick Dempsey ever appeared on?"
The answer is:
"Fast Times (as Damone)"
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June 3, 2005
Emiliap asked:
"On Seinfeld, what is Jerry's mother's first name?"
The answer is:
"Helen"
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June 1, 2005
Beth asked:
"This took place during the 70's and I can't remember if it was a series or a movie of the week type show. It was about a single Dad and his daughter. It was more drama than comedy. I remember it having the song "Sunshine on my Shoulders" sung during the show. I remember the father playing guitar but don't know if he was singing it or it was the theme song in the beginning of the show/movie. This has been driving me nuts trying to remember. HELP!"
The answer is:
"Sunshine"
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May 31, 2005
James asked:
"What was the first show ever officially ranked #1 by A.C. Nielsen?"
The answer is:
"The Lone Ranger"
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May 30, 2005
Cheryl asked:
"What is the name of the character that Powers Boothe played in a TV series I believe in the 80's?"
The answer is:
"Phillip Marlowe, Private Eye"
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May 28, 2005
Deborah asked:
"On Happy Days, what was the name of the company Howard Cunningham and Fonzie created? Fonzie wanted it on a blimp."
The answer is:
"Fonz-How, Inc."
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May 22, 2005
Tippy asked:
"On the first season of American Idol, who came in third place?"
The answer is:
"Nikki McKibbin"
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May 19, 2005
Angelr2u asked:
"What were the names of the two actresses who played the daughters on Hello, Larry?"
The answer is:
"Donna Wilkes and Krista Errickson as Diane; Kim Richards as Ruthie"
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May 17, 2005
Peter asked:
"On King of The Hill, what is Bill's full name?"
The answer is:
"William Fontaine de la Tour D'auterive"
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May 16, 2005
Glen asked:
"Who was the first person to speak on Everybody Loves Raymond?"
The answer is:
"In the pilot episode during the opening title sequence Ray Romano speaks to the audience introducing the show while he puts together a playhouse...therefore he speaks first." - Thanks to Lynda
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May 14, 2005
Ozzie asked:
"What was the first sitcom Bill Cosby ever appeared on?"
The answer is:
"The Bill Cosby Show"
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May 12, 2005
Byron asked:
"There was a show in mid 90's that was about a girl tennis player that had a washed up tennis player as a coach. The beginning credits shows the little growing up and hitting a tennis ball against the garage door. I can't remember what this was called! HELP!!!?"
The answer is:
"Phenom"
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May 11, 2005
Kathy asked:
"Who starred in the pilot episode of the original Twilight Zone?"
The answer is:
"Earl Holliman and James Gregory in Where Is Everybody?"
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May 10, 2005
Amy asked:
"Where was the first destination on the original episode of The Amazing Race?"
The answer is:
"Johannesburg, South Africa"
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May 9, 2005
Vince asked:
"What was Everybody Loves Raymond's original Slot Day and Slot Time?"
The answer is:
"Fridays at 8:30pm"
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May 6, 2005
Mandy asked:
"There was a game show on in the late 80's early 90's, and it was 2 teams of a brother and sister. They had to each answer questions about each other and whoever got the most correct got to go and get prizes. When they went for the prizes it was in a big loop and they had to hit a button for what they wanted. It wasn't Double Dare. Any idea?"
The answer is:
"I'm Telling""
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May 4, 2005
Michael asked:
"There was a syndicated show in the mid to late nineties that was produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and focused on a team of government funded mercenaries. I know the leader was played by Brad Johnson (Flight of the Intruder and the TNT movie Rough Riders). There was the token hot chick who was, of course ex- CIA and could kick ass as well as a Marine recon guy that was in one of the Substitute movies and a few others. Can anyone tell me the name of this show? It's driving me nuts."
The answer is:
"Soldier of Fortune, Inc."
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May 3, 2005
Katie asked:
"Who wrote the theme song to The Facts of Life? But the hard question is, who sang it?"
The answer is:
"Alan Thicke wrote it. Gloria Loring sang it (although Charlotte Rae sang it during the first season)."
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May 2, 2005
Tim asked:
"Who was the first Vice President on 24?"
The answer is:
"Jim Prescott"
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May 1, 2005
Mary Jane asked:
"Hi, there was a Canadian T.V. mystery/comedy series - I think in the 1980's- that featured a semi-psychic who helped solve crimes. The main character was short and balding. Part of the story revolved around his relationship with his ex-wife. Do you know the title?"
The answer is:
"Seeing Things"
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April 30, 2005
Robert asked:
"Who was the first TV news reporter to report live on location from Vietnam?
The answer is:
"Dan Rather on CBS"
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April 28, 2005
Lisa asked:
"What were the names of the original class members in Saved By The Bell?
The answer is:
"Mark Paul Gooselaar as Zach Morris; Mario Lopez as AC Slater; Dustin Diamond as Samuel "Screech" Powers; Tiffani-Amber Theissen as Kelly Kapowski; Elizabeth Berkley as Jessie Spano;Lark Voorhies as Lisa Turtle"
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April 25, 2005
Twokatzby22 asked:
"Was there ever a show called A League of Their Own which was based on the characters from the movie? If so, who starred?"
The answer is:
"Yup. The 1993 series featured Sam McMurray, Carey Lowell, Christine Elise, Tracy Nelson, Megan Cavanaugh and Tracy Reiner.
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April 24, 2005
Steven asked:
"There was a show in the late 70's or early 80's. It involved 2 people that time traveled to set history back on the right path. One was a man and the other was a young child. The child was brought into the story when the man's travel device malfunctioned causing him to travel farther into the future than he was normally able to...sometime in the 1980's. Because of this he couldn't return the boy to his own time. They would travel to different times and when they fixed what was wrong in the timeline the light on their time travel device would change from red to green. From what I can remember, the device looked something like a compass. What was this show called?"
The answer is:
"Voyagers"
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April 23, 2005
Vicki asked:
"Who was in the original cast of All That?"
The answer is:
"Angelique Bates...Lori Beth Denberg...Kenan Thompson...Katrina Johnson...Kel Mitchell...Alisa Reyes...Josh Server...and Soup as the announcer"
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April 22, 2005
Lesley asked:
"At the end of the 80’s or Early 90’s we used to get in from the clubs to watch a show with Richard Tyson (with lovely long hair) and some one from Beverly Hills Cop in it, he was either a cop or a PI but there only seems to be me & my three mates who used to watch it. What was this series?"
The answer is:
"Hardball"
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April 21, 2005
Ryan asked:
"In the mid to late eighties, there was a show (possibly Canadian) where a young man's parents die and he discovers he was adopted. He goes in search of his birth mother who works for a traveling carnival and his only clues are letters and tarot cards she leaves behind in each town the carnival stops in. Each episode started off with a new tarot card, symbolic of the plotline of the episode. But wherever the cards lead him, a mysterious man in black always follows. The show ran about 13 episodes and at the end of the last episode he finally meets his birth mother. Do you have any guesses, because it's driving me NUTS!"
The answer is:
"Hamilton's Quest"
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April 19, 2005
Tim asked:
"There was a detective/murder mystery type series in the 80s which I am sure was called either "Ace of Spades" or "Ace of Hearts" or something like that, but I can't find anything on the net. I'm sure the main actor was a Dynasty (or Dallas type) mainstay. In the opening credits he jumped out of a plane and was driving a Ferrari. It was very much at the same time and in a similar vein to Matt Houston but with more of a James Bond type character. I might be getting the program name totally wrong but maybe he was a gambler, hence the name. Any ideas?"
The answer is:
"Sword of Justice with Dack Rambo"
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April 18, 2005
Lynda asked:
"What is the real name of the theme from Sanford and Son?"
The answer is:
"The Streetbeater, by Quincy Jones"
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April 15, 2005
Oooruinerooo asked:
"There was a show in the early-ish 90's on ABC saturday mornings. It had to do with High School students that attended a school called "edgar allen poe high" or something to that effect, i just remember he was a big part of the school's history. The basis of the show was something about weird/odd occurrences at the school. what is this show!?!?!?!?!?!?"
The answer is:
"Bone Chillers"
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April 12, 2005
Julie asked:
"What was Stanford Blatch's profession on Sex and the City?"
The answer is:
"He was a modeling agent."
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March 30, 2005
Garrett asked:
"Jerry O'Connell is best known for being the fat kid in 'Stand by Me', But what syndicated show was he on soon after that, and it isn't Sliders..."
The answer is:
"My Secret Identity"
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March 28, 2005
Christopher asked:
"During the early years of ABC's TGIF, there was a show about a father, son, and deaf daughter who had a dolphin. What is this? No one I know truly believes it exists."
The answer is:
"Dolphin Cove"
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March 27, 2005
Cheryl asked:
"What was The Addams Family home address in the original series?"
The answer is:
"001 Cemetery Lane"
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March 25, 2005
Christine asked:
"I believe it was on the early 80's on PBS. It was a show for kids that taught different Spanish words. The beginning credits had children singing "la la la la la la la la la la la la (name of show)". In the opening sequence it has a Ferris wheel with neon on it and I think it is supposed to be an outside night time shot. Please help this has been driving me crazy for a long time!"
The answer is:
"Villa Allegre"
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March 22, 2005
Heather asked:
"There was a series in the late 80's/early 90's about a group of medical students who couldn't get into regular med schools. Therefore they had to go to school in Jamaica. I loved it because it showed the beautiful Jamaican scenery, had real dialog complete with patois and some KICK-ASS reggae music for the soundtrack. What is that name of this show? "
The answer is:
"Going to Extremes"
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March 20, 2005
Jamey asked:
"In the Crime Story series, the attorney David Abrams worked with Torello’s squad, but then at some point he became he became a part of Ray Luca's gang. What happened and why did he switch loyalties? "
The answer is:
"Upset that Luca is given immunity to work for the US government...Abrams seeks revenge against Torello by resigning and joins Luca's gang." - Thanks to Lynda
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March 18, 2005
Carlos asked:
"In the early 90's ('90 or '91), there was a show on ABC that was supposed to be a futuristic Wonder Years. In it, the main character was an adult in the future who would reminisce about their past (which was, for us, the current year). What was the name of the show and who played the main characters? I know it didn't last long."
The answer is:
"My Life and Times"
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March 16, 2005
Andrea asked:
"I recall a show in the mid to late '80s that aired on ABC's Sunday night lineup. It was about a brother and sister that inherited an antique shop. Each antique that had been sold was cursed; so, they attempted to retrieve each item per episode. The sister had big, red hair. What was the name of this short lived program?"
The answer is:
"Friday the 13th"
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March 14, 2005
Tim asked:
"I recall a show in the mid 90s that involved several mice who lived in the white house. It was a cartoon that air during primetime. What was it called?"
The answer is:
"Capitol Critters"
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March 11, 2005
Dave asked:
"This is a very short lived "super hero" series that was either in the late 1960's or early 1970's. After reading other posts, I thought "Mr. Terrific" might have been the answer BUT about the only real specific thing I do recall is that a familiar bald-headed character actor also was in the series (of course, I can't recall his name) and he knew the super hero's identity. The 'hero' also took some sort of pill (it seemed to be the size of a jawbreaker) or something that gave him 'super powers' but more for comedic purposes as opposed to anything else. HELP."
The answer is:
"Mr. Terrific"
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March 9, 2005
Daniel asked:
"What was the show with a young blonde alien girl who lived on Earth and could freeze time by touching her index fingers together? She would talk to her alien father through some psychedelic crystal."
The answer is:
"Out Of This World"
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March 7, 2005
Kendahl asked:
"What was that one show on FOX where the guy slept in a box? Flashbacks showed him as a child sleeping in this box. It was the box of the company he worked for and he was out to sabotage the company. Of course, FOX canceled it after less than one season…"
The answer is:
"Profit"
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March 6, 2005
Nancy asked:
"What was the name of the Twilight Zone episode with the blue men who worked to replace missing elements in time?"
The answer is:
"A Matter of Minutes"
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March 5, 2005
Cristi asked:
"Does anyone remember a show that was on TBS back in the late 80s or early 90s that was on in the afternoons and involved teens that worked on the beach or in a surf shop or something? I remember the title or theme song having the word Wave in it. I used to watch this show all the time and can't remember the name."
The answer is:
"California Dreams"
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March 4, 2005
Spencer asked:
"The show Drexell's Class on FOX was set in what town?"
The answer is:
"Cedar Bluffs, Iowa"
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March 3, 2005
Jim asked:
"I seem to recall a family drama in the early 80s (maybe late 70s) about a blended family with a deaf son, a teenage daughter named Tess, and a family dog named Montgomery. I believe the parents were played by Anne Archer and Frank Converse. For the life of me, I can't remember the name of this show. Little help?"
The answer is:
"The Family Tree"
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March 1, 2005
Don asked:
"When rollerblading first became popular and American Gladiators was a hit show, they created an "extreme roller derby show." It was just like the old-fashioned roller derbies where teams would skate around and knock each other over. But on this show they were rollerblading and there was something extreme about the track. I think there were some jumps. And I'm pretty sure there was one really big incline, and people tried to get as high up it as possible. They would get points based on how high up it they got. This show was truly terrible. What was it called?"
The answer is:
"Rollergames"
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February 28, 2005
Stephanie asked:
"Who hosted the first televised Oscar telecast?"
The answer is:
"Bob Hope"
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February 26, 2005
Ira asked:
"There was a syndicated show about 5-10 years ago that as I recall had stories largely surrounding finding various artifacts that had some evil element to them. There was the obligatory older guy who knew everything and a couple of younger people who helped him tracking down leads and finding and destroying/securing the artifacts. Any thoughts?"
The answer is:
"Friday the 13th"
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February 24, 2005
Libby asked:
"There was this show on several years ago with a college professor who had a dog and seemed to live in his office. He was friends with a doctor and had a Goth girl sidekick named "Miranda" (I think). He would find out about strange cases and paranormal stuff and investigate. Can anyone tell me what the name of this show is?"
The answer is:
"Mysterious Ways"
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February 22, 2005
David asked:
"What was the name of the short-lived 1/2 hour tv show (sit-com) on in the early 90's (about the same time as Mad About You started), set mainly in a bar (like Cheers, Archie's Place, Frank's Place) or café (like Becker)? I think the lead was a fairly famous stand-up comic, but I cannot remember his name either (and I've seen him in other shows, but I can't remember any of them right now)."
The answer is:
"The George Carlin Show"
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February 21, 2005
Bianca asked:
"There was a show on ABC in the 1990s (mid to late). It was a SNL/Mad TV-type show, however the cast was mostly female. I recall on skit in particular where a group of woman attended the wake of another female friend and while they were viewing the body, they redid her make up. What was the name of the show?"
The answer is:
"She TV"
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February 20, 2005
Tammi asked:
"In My Mother the Car, who did the voice of the car? Weren't there two?"
The answer is:
"Ann Sothern was the only voice."
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February 19, 2005
Adiara asked:
"This has always driven me crazy. Early on in St. Elsewhere I could have sworn two women played Peter White's wife or it was actually Jack Morrisey's wife that was played by two women. Anyway ONE of the women I could swear on was thirtysomething's Nancy. Of course when St. Elsewhere was on, thirtysomething had yet to go on. I just remembered really thinking there was something special about her (Patricia Wettig) is her real name. Was she actually on St. Elsewhere or did I imagine seeing her playing a wife?"
The answer is:
"Patricia Wettig played Dr. Morrison's second wife from 1986-88."
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February 18, 2005
Brant asked:
"Elizabeth Montgomery portrayed Serena under what pseudonym shown in the closing credits of Bewitched?"
The answer is:
"Pandora Spocks"
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February 16, 2005
Karen asked:
"There used to be a sitcom on that was about a young teenage girl, who was a professional tennis player....I believe the guy that played her coach is pretty well known, but I can't even remember who he is....can anyone help me with the name of the show??? It's bugging me!"
The answer is:
"Phenom"
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February 14, 2005
Brant asked:
"What was the first name of the chief of Control on Get Smart?"
The answer is:
"Thaddeus"
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February 13, 2005
Fred asked:
"I am trying to remember a show where I think there were 3 secret agents that had psychic powers. They were able to communicate with each other. One woman and 2 men, I think, each had a different ability to read each others thoughts."
The answer is:
"The Champions"
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February 12, 2005
Roland asked:
"This was a short lived TV musical set in a high school and ran sometime in the early eighties. I recall one episode where a fat kind of goofy boy was whistling “Girl You Really Got Me Going” I think. He wanders into the girls’ shower room or something and passes out from the shock. The song continues and someone is beat boxing it. I have a vague memory of this show and doubt it had more than 2 or 3 episodes. Any ideas?"
The answer is:
"Hull High"
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February 9, 2005
Rob asked:
"In the early eighties there was a pilot for a show that starred Bill Bixby as a news guy at a TV station in Boston. It was a comedy. I know the name of it..... but do you?"
The answer is:
"Goodnight, Beantown"
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February 7, 2005
Alison asked:
"Sometime in the 1980s I saw this truly bizarre sitcom starring Dee Wallace and a slightly fat Elliot Gould as the parents of 2-3 kids (very original). The episode that sticks in my mind is one in which the blonde teenage daughter finds an old 'Time' magazine with 'Is God Dead?' on the cover, and gets all upset about it. The finale involves Dee bursting into aforesaid daughter's room and delivering an emotional speech, in which she concludes (at the top of her lungs) that "... God IS in His Kingdom, and all is right with the world!!". She and daughter tearfully embrace, then I think the rest of the family join in the hug. Roll credits. The memory of it astonishes me even to this day, especially since I don't recall the show being even slightly religious in content before that. My question: what was this show called? I don't think it lasted very long (big surprise there)."
The answer is:
"Together We Stand"
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February 5, 2005
Celia asked:
"On Friends, in The One with Rachel's New Dress, Phoebe gets to pick the name of one of the triplets she is carrying for her brother and sister-in-law, what was the very first name she thinks of?"
The answer is:
"Cougar"
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February 4, 2005
Victor asked:
"What was Larry Blyden's character's profession in "Harry's Girls"?"
The answer is:
"Harry Burns was a vaudeville entertainer with an act that featured three beautiful girl dancers." - Thanks to Lynda
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February 3, 2005
Carole asked:
"Maybe 25 years ago there was a show - Phyllis Diller was in it - about a very wealthy family that lost all their money - to the IRS I think. They (again I think the IRS) had a pay phone installed in the (now empty) mansion to stop the family from running up the bill. Kind of reminds me of Arrested Development. What was this show?"
The answer is:
"The Pruitts of Southampton"
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February 2, 2005
Jenny asked:
"Can you name the early 1990's vampire series on I believe Fox TV (and it's not Buffy or Angel)?"
The answer is:
"Kindred: The Embraced"
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February 1, 2005
Robin asked:
"A new television show is coming on about a cop who goes blind. My friend and I say there was another cop show, we think in the 70's or 80's around the same idea. The guy was a blonde. We think the title was one word. HELP!"
The answer is:
"Longstreet"
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January 31, 2005
Mike asked:
"What was the name of the restaurant the Roy Rogers and dale Evans ran and Pat Brady washed dishes?"
The answer is:
"The Eureka Cafe"
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January 28, 2005
Kenneth asked:
"There was a show that came on Saturday mornings in the '70s...it was on either CBS or NBC...it was about some baby/kid/adult named "John" that always changed his age...I think he was his own teacher at school...the show sucked but I would like to know the name of the show. Thanks."
The answer is:
"Big John, Little John"
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January 27, 2005
Alanis asked:
"This was an 80s sitcom that was short-lived, possibly not even one full season, but I remember the stars, all pretty big names. It starred Richard Crenna, Patty Duke-Astin, Billie Bird, and a young Anthony Edwards and Helen Hunt as the teenagers. The son was in a punk band and the big joke was the name of his new song "I want to run you over with a bus" was a ballad. I think the title of it has something to do with "Just the 2 of Us" or something like that, which makes no sense since there were 5 people living in the house. Anyone remember this? "
The answer is:
"It Takes Two"
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January 20, 2005
Margaret asked:
"I remember a TV show from the mid-90's with a song-and-dance format (similar to Cop Rock), but it was set in a high school. I can't remember the name!"
The answer is:
"Hull High"
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January 19, 2005
Design asked:
"There was a show in the 90's about a drifter that I think had memory loss and was either being pursued by the CIA or was in the CIA. It seemed like everyone was out to get him. The episodes were always weird like dreams or something. Can you help? Thanks."
The answer is:
"Nowhere Man"
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January 18, 2005
Bradley asked:
"There was a short lived show that aired in the late eighties around the time of Alf. It may have been on after Alf. It was kinda like Eerie Indiana in a way. In one short story there was a farmer that put dead bodies in a well, then he would lift the bucket back out of the well and there would be money and gold. It didn't have a continuous plot, it was just short stories. Another was when some crazy lady grew enormous pumpkins and won a competition. It's driving me nuts.. See what you can do, Thanks!"
The answer is:
"Amazing Stories"
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January 17, 2005
Penelope asked:
"What shows did each of the Desperate Housewives make their debuts on?"
The answer is:
"Teri Hatcher...The Love Boat
Felicity Huffman...Bed Time
Marcia Cross...The Edge of Night
Eva Longoria...The Young and the Restless
Nicolette Sheridan...Knots Landing" - Thanks to Lynda
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January 16, 2005
Lisa asked:
"I remember watching a show that that had a mom and a dad that it was like their 3rd marriage each. They had 2 girls and a boy. The opening credits had wedding cakes. What was this show's name?"
The answer is:
"Something So Right"
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January 15, 2005
Dayenu2 asked:
"My brother, best-friend and I remember a TV show, must have been on in the 70's to early 80's. It was a children's TV program maybe on Saturday mornings and around the same time as Sesame Street and The Electric Company. It was all or mostly animated, and may have been a part of another program. All we can remember is a song called "Vegetable Soup" and weird characters that looked like spoons, and veggies. We don't know if the program was called "Vegetable Soup" or not, but would like help on this. We're really stumped."
The answer is:
"Vegetable Soup"
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January 13, 2005
Linda asked:
"Trying to find the name of a sitcom that was on in the mid '60s. The show centered on a handsome bachelor that lived up or downstairs from a beautiful single girl. The bachelor wanted to remain that way, but his boss only promoted married men with families. Somehow the bachelor convinced his pretty neighbor to pose as his wife whenever his boss & the bosses wife showed up, which was frequently. The bachelor was always climbing over balconies, etc., racing back & forth between apartments. Of course, they had the hots for each other, but tried to act like they didn't. I thought it was a great show, but I never see it mentioned anywhere. Please tell me I didn't imagine this show. "
The answer is:
"Occasional Wife"
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January 12, 2005
Steve asked:
"I was wondering if you could help me with a cartoon that was on when i was a kid, around 1986-1991 or so. It was on Saturday morning cartoons, and was based on characters from nintendo games, (mega-man, the guy from castlevania, a kid who was pulled into the game, using the controller as a weapon on his belt, and with a big brain/eggplant as the man bad guy). I'd be grateful if you could tell me what this show was."
The answer is:
"Captain N: The Game Master"
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January 10, 2005
Vicki asked:
"I am trying to remember a show from the 80's. It was a western. A group of about 4 or 5 cowboys were in the old west and the whole group got transported to current day (1980's.) I don't know how, but they had a nice ranch and they made friends with a lady from the present (I thought she was blonde and looked like Markie Post, but I don't think it was her.) This has been bothering me for over a year and haven't been able to find anything on the web."
The answer is:
"Outlaws"
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January 6, 2005
Bill asked:
"There was a TV Show in the early 80's that had a couple of kids, and one of the kids was a computer/brainiac. I believed they solved mysteries or something like that. I think the lead character also played in Little House on the Prairie."
The answer is:
"Whiz Kids"
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January 5, 2005
Debbie asked:
"Around 25 or so years ago, there was a live-action Sat. morning show called Kids from C.A.P.E.R. who would solve mysteries. One of the guys would go berserk whenever anyone mentioned bananas. Does anyone remember who starred in it or what C.A.P.E.R. stood for? (maybe it was K.A.P.E.R.?)"
The answer is:
"Civilian Authority to Protect Everybody Regardless"
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January 4, 2005
Harry asked:
"I seem to recall that there was a short lived, or rather, stillborn sequel to Laugh-In. Can anyone confirm this?"
The answer is:
"Turn-On"
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January 3, 2005
Michael asked:
"What was Mindy's job on Mork & Mindy?"
The answer is:
"Mindy was a clerk at her Dad's music store."
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December 31. 2005
Olivia asked:
"Who was the first musical guest on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve?"
The answer is:
"Three Dog Night"
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December 30. 2005
George asked:
"What was the first year Dick Clark welcomed in the new year on ABC?"
The answer is:
"1972."
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December 28. 2005
Tanya asked:
"What was the first show to switch networks during its first run episodes?"
The answer is:
"Father Knows Best"
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December 27. 2005
Mickey asked:
"What was the show on ABC that Monday Night Football replaced when it first started?"
The answer is:
"Harold Robbins' The Survivors and Love, American Style"
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December 26. 2005
Debbie asked:
"What's the name of the town where it has to snow for Santa not to take a sick day in A Year Without A Santa Claus?"
The answer is:
"Southtown, USA"
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December 25. 2005
Alvin asked:
"How many Grinches stronger did the Grinch get when he realized Christmas meant a little bit more?"
The answer is:
"Twelve (Ten Grinches, Plus Two)"
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December 24. 2005
Simon asked
"What acting parts did Snoopy have in the Christmas play from A Charlie Brown Christmas?"
The answer is:
"All the animals, including a cow, sheep and penguin."
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December 23. 2005
Lara asked:
"I remember watching a show in the late 80’s, early 90’s about a crime-solving disc jockey. What was the name of the show?"
The answer is:
"Midnight Caller"
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December 19. 2005
Peter asked:
"What was the first animated show to win an Emmy?"
The answer is:
"The Huckleberry Hound Show"
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November 30. 2005
Lindsey asked:
"What did the writing on Gabe and Julie Kotter's living room wall say?"
The answer is:
"Closet"
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November 22. 2005
Leslie asked:
"In the late fifties and early sixties there was a cartoon about a little boy with a magic hat that could turn him into anything he wanted to be. He also had a Saint Bernard dog as his best friend can you name the boy and his dog?"
The answer is:
"Tom Terrific and Mighty Manfred the Wonder Dog"
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November 16. 2005
Brant asked:
"Which former Little Rascal had a reoccurring role on Sanford & Son, and what was the name of the character he portrayed?"
The answer is:
"Matthew 'Stymie' Beard played Otis Littlejohn"
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November 10. 2005
Danielle asked:
"In the late eighties or early nineties, there was a show about a maid who lived in a house trailer with her daughter who I believed was played by Sarah Rue. She worked for a rich man (who was played by the actor who was Roseanne’s dad in the first few episodes of Roseanne) who was a complete perv. His daughter was played by Bonnie Hunt and her husband was Lenny from Laverne and Shirley. The show did not last long. What was it?"
The answer is:
"Grand"
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November 4. 2005
Ellen asked:
"We know Tatum O'Neal was the youngest to ever win an Oscar. Who is the youngest person to ever win an Emmy?"
The answer is:
"Roxana Zal for Something About Amelia"
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November 3, 2005
Fishyoise asked:
"I remember this one "How it Works" show that I watched on PBS or A&E. It was British, had Dave Brubeck's "Take 5" as its theme song, and featured dancing washing machines and refrigerators in the credits. I've even asked by British professors about this show, and neither know the name. I'm dying to find out what the name of this show was, because I loved watching it with my Dad."
The answer is:
"The Secret Life of Machines"
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November 2, 2005
Rhonda asked:
"Pamela Sue Martin played the original Nancy Drew. What actress replaced her?"
The answer is:
"Janet Louise Johnson "
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October 31, 2005
Jim asked:
"Does anyone remember the name of the sitcom in the early 70’s starring Henry Fonda & Ronny Howard? I thought it was called Primrose Lane, or something close to that."
The answer is:
"The Smith Family"
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October 29, 2005
Larry asked:
"Who were the original correspondents on 60 Minutes?"
The answer is:
"Mike Wallace and Harry Reasoner"
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October 25, 2005
Lou asked:
"What was Rerun's birth name on What's Happening!!?"
The answer is:
"Freddie Stubbs"
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October 23, 2005
Damian asked:
"I remember a sketch-comedy show that aired on NBC in which the performers recreated memorable episodes of old sitcoms. In the episode I saw, they did the infamous "I'm so scaaaared!" episode of Saved by the Bell. It was only on for a few weeks. What show was this?"
The answer is:
"The Rerun Show"
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October 22, 2005
Keith asked:
"What's the most money every won on a game show? I'm talking about a single episode, not a Ken Jennings type of run."
The answer is:
"Michael Larson won $110,237 on Press Your Luck."
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October 20, 2005
Robert asked:
"There was an import show from England (late 70's early 80's) featuring an all girl rock band, I think called The Little Ladies. What was the name of the show, and who was in it?"
The answer is:
"Rock Follies"
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October 18, 2005
Peter asked:
"Who was the first guest star on Extreme Makeover – Home Edition?"
The answer is:
"LeAnn Rimes"
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October 17, 2005
Peter asked:
"How many superhero character references have there been on Seinfeld?"
The answer is:
"Superman (repeatedly), Green Lantern (Elaine is dating the homeless guy), Batman (Kramer survives the bus hijack), Lois Lane (Jerry dated a girl named Lois, as well as regular references to Elaine as such), Nemeses are referred to as Lex Luthors (Newman, Sue Ellen Mischke), Bizarro Jerry, George and Kramer, Jerry’s PIN number is Jor-El (Superman’s father), Iron Man (George wonders if he wears underwear under the armor), The Incredible Hulk, Plastic Man, Flash (could he beat Superman in a race?), Aquaman (Jerry and George debate if he could come out on land?)."
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October 14, 2005
Steve asked:
"Three 50s/60s television action series about rescuing people and catching bad guys had aviation related themes. In one of the series, Ted and Jim jumped out of airplanes. In another series, sponsored by Nabisco, Schuyler flew around in a low-wing twin engine plane. His niece was a main character in the show that was often held hostage by the bad guys. In the third series, Chuck and his sidekick flew around in a Bell helicopter. Name the three TV series."
The answer is:
"Ripcord, Sky King and Whirlybirds."
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October 12, 2005
Paul asked:
"I think there was a show about a guy who was wrongly imprisoned and upon his release went around seeking revenge on everyone who played a part in his conviction. He had a Mexican sidekick and used the ace of spades as a calling card. Do you know what was it called?"
The answer is:
"Sword of Justice"
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October 10, 2005
Pilar asked:
"Who was the first Keaton to have boyfriend or girlfriend on an episode of Family Ties?"
The answer is:
"Mallory, whose boyfriend was Jeff."
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October 6, 2005
Brett asked:
"Could you name the original cast of You Can't Do That On Television?"
The answer is:
"Christine McGlade, Marc Baillon, Todd Brewer, Tim Douglas, Ruth Buzzi, Iain Fingler, Cindy Kennedy, Mike Lyon, Jono Gebert, Deidre McIssac,Elizabeth Mitchell, Lisa Ruddy, Scott Sandeman, Kevin Schenk,Kevin Somers, Michelle Taylor, Steve Wilson, Bradfield Wiltse."
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October 3, 2005
Ryan asked:
"What is Zach and Kelly's song on Saved by the Bell? It's on the Jukebox at The Max."
The answer is:
"Muskrat Love"
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October 2, 2005
Roberto asked:
"What was the name of the show that starred Barbie Benton as one of three friends who worked in the same place (I think as Bar Maids) in the mid '70's? The theme song repeated "Girls..Girls..Girls...GGGiiirrrlllss..." (sung by rather high pitched women) as the chorus describing what the show was about. I've been trying for years to remember what this show was about. In Los Angeles it was on channel 7 on Sunday afternoons. Thanks!"
The answer is:
"Sugar Time"
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October 1, 2005
Angelique asked:
"Can you list The Golden Girls in order of their age (youngest to oldest)? This is for both the actresses and their characters."
The answer is:
"Blanche (Rue McClanahan February 21, 1935), Sophia (Estelle Getty July 25, 1924), Dorothy (Bea Arthur May 13, 1923), Rose (Betty White January 17, 1922)."
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September 30, 2005
Dennis asked:
"What was the name of Ellie May Clampett's chimpanzee in The Beverly Hillbillies? I need to know desperately!"
The answer is:
"There were two...Elmer and Bessie."
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September 28, 2005
Lynda asked:
"What's the four-word phrase used in every episode of Desperate Housewives?"
The answer is:
"Now here's the deal."
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September 28, 2005
Chris asked:
"I remember a game show as a kid (80's), that had a final thing where the contestant had to answer questions while going through some type of "murderers row". When they got the answer right, they kinda moved out of the way and moved on to the next one. Please tell me I'm not insane. No one knows what this was. Thanks so much in advance."
The answer is:
"Whew!"
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September 26, 2005
Sari asked:
"What show won an Emmy for Best Series and was cancelled the very next season?"
The answer is:
"Taxi"
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September 25, 2005
Twiggy asked:
"How many actors appeared in both Aaron Sorkin's Sports Night and The West Wing?"
The answer is:
"Joshua Molina, Janel Moloney, Felicity Huffman, Teri Polo, David Graf, and of course, Ted McGinley.""
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September 24, 2005
Ronnie asked:
"Which of the Desperate Housewives appeared on network TV the earliest, and what were they in?"
The answer is:
"Felicity Huffman as 'Flicka' in A Home Run for Love""
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September 23, 2005
Jimi asked:
"How did Kenny die the first time on South Park?"
The answer is:
"Killed by a laser beam from a nearby UFO."
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September 21, 2005
Kneebone asked:
"I remember watching a movie on TV in the late 70's early 80's about Nuclear War or the possibility of a Nuclear war. Most of the movie was set in a cold snowy place like Alaska or something like that. The army guys (and one girl I think) were cut off from the rest of the world and had no way of knowing if the world was going to end. Anyone know the title?"
The answer is:
"World War III"
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September 17, 2005
Stefanie asked:
"I can't remember the name of this show. Can someone please help? 80's sitcom about a family with teenagers. Their house is haunted by a woman who was killed by trolly car in the 1920s. The ghost was always giving the teens (a boy & a girl) advice, etc..., but I think the parents didn't know about the ghost. HELP!"
The answer is:
"Jennifer Slept Here"
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September 13, 2005
Chris asked:
"Back in the early 70’s there was a magic show on TV. There was the star of the show, a magician, and his wife and son were assistants. I think the show was on Saturday mornings, and the wife may have been named “Lanni”? She dressed like a cocktail waitress. Does anyone remember?"
The answer is:
"The Magic of Mark Wilson"
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September 3, 2005
Donald asked:
"Just to show how far TV has regressed, in the middle '50's there was a live panel-type quiz show on in which experts from the New York Museum of Natural History attempted to identify archeological artifacts. I don't remember if there were prizes, but the credits rolled against a background of a Foucault's Pendulum tracing a pattern in sand (riveting stuff, huh?). Do you know what it was called?"
The answer is:
"Adventure"
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September 2, 2005
Donald asked:
"Just to show how far TV has regressed, in the middle '50's there was a live panel-type quiz show on in which experts from the New York Museum of Natural History attempted to identify archeological artifacts. I don't remember if there were prizes, but the credits rolled against a background of a Foucault's Pendulum tracing a pattern in sand (riveting stuff, huh?). Do you know what it was called?"
The answer is:
"Adventure"
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September 1, 2005
Donald asked:
"WHAT IS THE REAL BACKDROP TOWN IN WHICH MURDER, SHE WROTE WAS FILMED? NOT CABOT COVE, MAINE."
The answer is:
"Mendocino, California"
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August 30, 2005
Missy asked:
"What was the first primetime show that ever aired on FOX?"
The answer is:
"Married...with Children"
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August 29, 2005
Pedro asked:
"Who was the first anchor on CNN Headline News?"
The answer is:
"Chuck Roberts"
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August 26, 2005
Lee asked:
"The hosts of Wonderama were Sonny Fox, Sandy Becker, Chuck McCann and Uncle Fred Scott. There was a 5th if I recall. Who was it?"
The answer is:
"Bob McAllister"
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August 25, 2005
Pete asked:
"Where did the first MTV Video Music Awards take place, and who was the host?"
The answer is:
"New York, 1984, hosted by Dan Aykroyd and Bette Midler"
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August 18, 2005
Ryan asked:
"This was a TV series from Britain about nannies set in the late 1800's. PBS aired it. One woman had a child of her own ,but she had to keep it a secret. There may have been a number in the title? It's driving me crazy, I can't think of the name."
The answer is:
"Berkeley Square"
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August 15, 2005
Leroy asked:
"Early morning game show on Saturday's featuring Willie Aames of Charles in Charge fame as the host. The show was geared towards kids as all its contestants were kids. The first portion of the show consisted of a Darwinian thinning of the herd through a series of trivia questions. The second portion was a boot camp style obstacle course with requisite zip lines. Been thinking about this for a while, please help."
The answer is:
"The Krypton Factor"
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August 9, 2005
Barbara asked:
"A few years ago I saw a show on VH1. In one corner of the screen they showed music videos. The rest of the screen showed several puppies playing. Does anyone remember this show?"
The answer is:
"PupStars"
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August 7, 2005
Alex asked:
"OK. There was this one live-action show on Saturday Mornings that involved one or two kids going into a haunted house and being friends with the assorted horror monsters inside. There was a vampire, a mummy, a Frankenstein monster, and a ghost who looked and acted like Elvis. It was on on around the same year as Bailey Kipper's POV. I can't remember the title though! What is it?"
The answer is:
"Monster Squad"
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August 5, 2005
Michael asked:
"There was a science fiction TV show (syndicated) in the late 1970s on local NYC station (could have been NBC—probably on Saturdays in the late afternoon). Premise was that there was a giant space ship “ark” that was hurtling out of control and into a collision course with destruction. The ark was so big, that it appeared to its residents to not to be a ship at all, but a planet etc. A knowing band of would-be rescuers traveled every week to a new “section”/world of the ark, trying to find the control room of the “ark” to avert disaster. No one, I mean, no one remembers this show but me. Did I hallucinate it?"
The answer is:
"The Starlost"
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August 4, 2005
Temsmed asked:
"What was the name of Jeannie's sister on I Dream of Jeannie?"
The answer is:
"Jeannie"
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August 3, 2005
Cruz asked:
"What was the name of the show that appeared on UPN in the 90's about a time traveling cop who had a stun gun that resembled a key car alarm. It shot out a red beam, blue beam and green beam. He had a holographic buddy named SELMA that accompanied him on his adventures."
The answer is:
"Time Trax"
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August 1, 2005
Barbara asked:
"There was a show along the lines of The Fugitive. A woman was convicted of killing her boss and went on the run with her husband to find a woman who looked like her that could clear her. Does anyone know what the name of this show was?"
The answer is:
"Hot Pursuit"
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July 31, 2005
Devin asked:
"On M*A*S*H, BJ needed $200 to make a down payment on some land that he wants to buy. While showing the pictures of this land to Charles, BJ tells him where the garage will be. Where does he say this location will be at?"
The answer is:
"Mill Valley, California"
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July 30, 2005
Larry asked:
"What was the highest rated program on network TV in 1985 that wasn't on NBC?"
The answer is:
"Dynasty"
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July 29, 2005
Alex asked:
"On Saved By The Bell, the gang stays at a hotel in Hawaii owned by Jesse's Father. What was it called?"
The answer is:
"The Hideaway"
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July 28, 2005
Oliver asked:
"I remember a show in the late '60's/early '70's called STRANGE PARADISE, sort of a DARK SHADOWS wannabe. What were the names of the main character and the spirit of his ancestor he was possessed by?"
The answer is:
"Jean-Paul Desmond...he was possessed by Jacques Eloi Des Mondes"
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July 25, 2005
Randolph asked:
"Post Blossom, Jenna Van Oy starred in a short lived sitcom. Her mother was a welfare cheat, her two brothers, were Workman’s Comp cheats, and she ran around in her short shorts. The family lived in a trailer park, and the main gag was trying to outwit the social work lady who came by at all hours trying to catch them. It was a summer replacement that died quickly. Any ideas?"
The answer is:
"Family Values"
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July 19, 2005
Barbara asked:
"A while back there were "rotating" mystery movies. I believe that McMillan & Wife, McCloud, and Columbo were some of the movies. Were there any others besides those 3?"
The answer is:
"Between them, the Sunday and Wednesday Mystery Movies series included: "Hec Ramsey," "Cool Million," "Banacek," "Madigan," "Tenafly," "Faraday and Company," "The Snoop Sisters," "Amy Prentiss," "McCoy," "Quincy M.E." (later spun off, of course), and the misbegotten attempt to adapt Harry Kemelman's novels, "Lanigan's Rabbi."" - Thanks to Elliott
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July 18, 2005
Jeremy asked:
"There was a TV show in the 90's that spoofed COPS. It was a very short run. It was similar to Reno 911. Please help me. Thanks."
The answer is:
"Bakersfield, P.D."
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July 17, 2005
Bruce asked:
"What happened to Kolchak that caused him to go on his nocturnal missions in Kolchak: The Night Stalker?"
The answer is:
"He is a reporter sent to cover a story in Las Vegas, and learns that the killers are vampires that he's forced to pursue only at night."
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July 15, 2005
Clanomincks asked:
"What was the name of Joel's old job before he was shot in space on Mystery Science Theater 3000?"
The answer is:
"Joel was a janitor."
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July 13, 2005
M.J. asked:
"What was the name of the restaurant that Pat Brady washed dishes at and Dale Evans was the waitress?"
The answer is:
"Eureka Cafe"
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July 11, 2005
M.J. asked:
"What was the name of the restaurant that Pat Brady washed dishes at and Dale Evans was the waitress?"
The answer is:
"Eureka Cafe"
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July 9, 2005
RollerRevenge asked:
"What were the full names of all the castaways on Gilligan's Island?"
The answer is:
"Willy Gilligan, Skipper Jonas Grumby too, the millionaire Thurston Howell III, and his wife Eunice (Lovey) Wentworth Howell, the movie star Ginger Grant, the Professor Roy Hinkley and Mary Ann Summers, here on Gilligan's isle."
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July 8, 2005
Josh asked:
"I'm trying to remember a sitcom that was on in the early-mid 90's. I BELIEVE it had Jon Cryer. I remember that the show actually changed names after a season. All I can recall is one commercial where the two stars say "High Five" (they high-five each other), "Self high five" (they clap above their heads). I know its not much to go on. Any thoughts?"
The answer is:
"Partners"
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July 7, 2005
Mark asked:
"I recall a show on briefly probably in the late fifties. It was about a one or two year baby who didn't talk but his thoughts were verbalized. Or did I dream this?"
The answer is:
"Happy"
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July 6, 2005
DeLene asked:
"There was show on the late 60's about a group of young adults who were stranded on a deserted island that had been a military base(?). The plane they had been on crash landed and the pilot was killed, along with any so called responsible adults. It was probably on one season or maybe less. Anyone remember that?"
The answer is:
"The New People"
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July 5, 2005
BigThunder0901 asked:
"Can you name all the actors on Saturday Night Live who have portrayed Bill Clinton?"
The answer is:
"Dana Carvey, Chris Elliot, Chris Farley, Darrell Hammond, Phil Hartman, Michael Mckean, Tim Meadows, Adam Sandler and David Spade." - Thanks to Lynda
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July 3, 2005
Julie asked:
"On whom did Rita Moreno base her Electric Company character, Otto the Director?"
The answer is:
"Otto Preminger"
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July 2, 2005
Steve asked:
"In the 80’s (I think), a television show about a PI set in Vegas. The PI’s name was Robert or the actors name was Robert. Can you help me get the name of the show and the actors name?"
The answer is:
"Vega$, with Robert Urich as Dan Tanna"
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July 1, 2005
Randy asked:
"There's a TV show that was on, in the 1990's I guess. It was on Fox and it was about this woman who could project herself into a "virtual reality" world. I remember it was on just before The X-Files on Friday nights. Anybody remember the name?"
The answer is:
"VR.5"
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June 30, 2005
Frank asked:
"Can you name the original starting five on The White Shadow?"
The answer is:
"Salami, Thorpe, Reese, Haywood and Coolidge"
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June 26, 2005
James asked:
"Who were the hosts of the first live NFL Draft telecast on ESPN?"
The answer is:
"George Grande, Bob Ley and Chris Berman"
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June 24, 2005
Poppy asked:
"What happened to the original spouses of Mike and Carol Brady?"
The answer is:
"Mike's wife died. The fate of Carol's first husband is unknown. Rumor has it that Sherwood Schwartz wanted Carol to be a divorcee, but the network said no, so it went unmentioned."
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June 23, 2005
Jackie asked:
"Who was the original host of Name That Tune?"
The answer is:
"Red Butler"
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June 13, 2005
Msjudyblueeyes1 asked:
"I remember watching a show where adults had dressed up in costumes a lady in a purple "Kitty" costume, a big brown lion, and some other characters but it was similar to the today's Disney show called "The Doodlebops". If anyone could figure this out, its been driving me crazy."
The answer is:
"Zoobilee Zoo"
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June 11, 2005
Msjudyblueeyes1 asked:
"I remember watching a show where adults had dressed up in costumes a lady in a purple "Kitty" costume, a big brown lion, and some other characters but it was similar to the today's Disney show called "The Doodlebops". If anyone could figure this out, its been driving me crazy."
The answer is:
"Zoobilee Zoo"
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June 8, 2005
Bluejane25 asked:
"This show was short lived. I think it ran for one summer a few years ago. It was about a band that consisted of two guys and one girl who find a ring. The ring enables them to see ghosts that have a problem with crossing over to the other side. The band's job as the ring bearers is to solve the ghost's conflict so that they can cross over. Any ideas?"
The answer is:
"Dead Last"
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June 5, 2005
Mickey asked:
"What was the first TV show that Patrick Dempsey ever appeared on?"
The answer is:
"Fast Times (as Damone)"
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June 3, 2005
Emiliap asked:
"On Seinfeld, what is Jerry's mother's first name?"
The answer is:
"Helen"
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June 1, 2005
Beth asked:
"This took place during the 70's and I can't remember if it was a series or a movie of the week type show. It was about a single Dad and his daughter. It was more drama than comedy. I remember it having the song "Sunshine on my Shoulders" sung during the show. I remember the father playing guitar but don't know if he was singing it or it was the theme song in the beginning of the show/movie. This has been driving me nuts trying to remember. HELP!"
The answer is:
"Sunshine"
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May 31, 2005
James asked:
"What was the first show ever officially ranked #1 by A.C. Nielsen?"
The answer is:
"The Lone Ranger"
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May 30, 2005
Cheryl asked:
"What is the name of the character that Powers Boothe played in a TV series I believe in the 80's?"
The answer is:
"Phillip Marlowe, Private Eye"
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May 28, 2005
Deborah asked:
"On Happy Days, what was the name of the company Howard Cunningham and Fonzie created? Fonzie wanted it on a blimp."
The answer is:
"Fonz-How, Inc."
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May 22, 2005
Tippy asked:
"On the first season of American Idol, who came in third place?"
The answer is:
"Nikki McKibbin"
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May 19, 2005
Angelr2u asked:
"What were the names of the two actresses who played the daughters on Hello, Larry?"
The answer is:
"Donna Wilkes and Krista Errickson as Diane; Kim Richards as Ruthie"
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May 17, 2005
Peter asked:
"On King of The Hill, what is Bill's full name?"
The answer is:
"William Fontaine de la Tour D'auterive"
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May 16, 2005
Glen asked:
"Who was the first person to speak on Everybody Loves Raymond?"
The answer is:
"In the pilot episode during the opening title sequence Ray Romano speaks to the audience introducing the show while he puts together a playhouse...therefore he speaks first." - Thanks to Lynda
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May 14, 2005
Ozzie asked:
"What was the first sitcom Bill Cosby ever appeared on?"
The answer is:
"The Bill Cosby Show"
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May 12, 2005
Byron asked:
"There was a show in mid 90's that was about a girl tennis player that had a washed up tennis player as a coach. The beginning credits shows the little growing up and hitting a tennis ball against the garage door. I can't remember what this was called! HELP!!!?"
The answer is:
"Phenom"
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May 11, 2005
Kathy asked:
"Who starred in the pilot episode of the original Twilight Zone?"
The answer is:
"Earl Holliman and James Gregory in Where Is Everybody?"
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May 10, 2005
Amy asked:
"Where was the first destination on the original episode of The Amazing Race?"
The answer is:
"Johannesburg, South Africa"
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May 9, 2005
Vince asked:
"What was Everybody Loves Raymond's original Slot Day and Slot Time?"
The answer is:
"Fridays at 8:30pm"
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May 6, 2005
Mandy asked:
"There was a game show on in the late 80's early 90's, and it was 2 teams of a brother and sister. They had to each answer questions about each other and whoever got the most correct got to go and get prizes. When they went for the prizes it was in a big loop and they had to hit a button for what they wanted. It wasn't Double Dare. Any idea?"
The answer is:
"I'm Telling""
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May 4, 2005
Michael asked:
"There was a syndicated show in the mid to late nineties that was produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and focused on a team of government funded mercenaries. I know the leader was played by Brad Johnson (Flight of the Intruder and the TNT movie Rough Riders). There was the token hot chick who was, of course ex- CIA and could kick ass as well as a Marine recon guy that was in one of the Substitute movies and a few others. Can anyone tell me the name of this show? It's driving me nuts."
The answer is:
"Soldier of Fortune, Inc."
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May 3, 2005
Katie asked:
"Who wrote the theme song to The Facts of Life? But the hard question is, who sang it?"
The answer is:
"Alan Thicke wrote it. Gloria Loring sang it (although Charlotte Rae sang it during the first season)."
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May 2, 2005
Tim asked:
"Who was the first Vice President on 24?"
The answer is:
"Jim Prescott"
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May 1, 2005
Mary Jane asked:
"Hi, there was a Canadian T.V. mystery/comedy series - I think in the 1980's- that featured a semi-psychic who helped solve crimes. The main character was short and balding. Part of the story revolved around his relationship with his ex-wife. Do you know the title?"
The answer is:
"Seeing Things"
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April 30, 2005
Robert asked:
"Who was the first TV news reporter to report live on location from Vietnam?
The answer is:
"Dan Rather on CBS"
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April 28, 2005
Lisa asked:
"What were the names of the original class members in Saved By The Bell?
The answer is:
"Mark Paul Gooselaar as Zach Morris; Mario Lopez as AC Slater; Dustin Diamond as Samuel "Screech" Powers; Tiffani-Amber Theissen as Kelly Kapowski; Elizabeth Berkley as Jessie Spano;Lark Voorhies as Lisa Turtle"
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April 25, 2005
Twokatzby22 asked:
"Was there ever a show called A League of Their Own which was based on the characters from the movie? If so, who starred?"
The answer is:
"Yup. The 1993 series featured Sam McMurray, Carey Lowell, Christine Elise, Tracy Nelson, Megan Cavanaugh and Tracy Reiner.
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April 24, 2005
Steven asked:
"There was a show in the late 70's or early 80's. It involved 2 people that time traveled to set history back on the right path. One was a man and the other was a young child. The child was brought into the story when the man's travel device malfunctioned causing him to travel farther into the future than he was normally able to...sometime in the 1980's. Because of this he couldn't return the boy to his own time. They would travel to different times and when they fixed what was wrong in the timeline the light on their time travel device would change from red to green. From what I can remember, the device looked something like a compass. What was this show called?"
The answer is:
"Voyagers"
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April 23, 2005
Vicki asked:
"Who was in the original cast of All That?"
The answer is:
"Angelique Bates...Lori Beth Denberg...Kenan Thompson...Katrina Johnson...Kel Mitchell...Alisa Reyes...Josh Server...and Soup as the announcer"
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April 22, 2005
Lesley asked:
"At the end of the 80’s or Early 90’s we used to get in from the clubs to watch a show with Richard Tyson (with lovely long hair) and some one from Beverly Hills Cop in it, he was either a cop or a PI but there only seems to be me & my three mates who used to watch it. What was this series?"
The answer is:
"Hardball"
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April 21, 2005
Ryan asked:
"In the mid to late eighties, there was a show (possibly Canadian) where a young man's parents die and he discovers he was adopted. He goes in search of his birth mother who works for a traveling carnival and his only clues are letters and tarot cards she leaves behind in each town the carnival stops in. Each episode started off with a new tarot card, symbolic of the plotline of the episode. But wherever the cards lead him, a mysterious man in black always follows. The show ran about 13 episodes and at the end of the last episode he finally meets his birth mother. Do you have any guesses, because it's driving me NUTS!"
The answer is:
"Hamilton's Quest"
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April 19, 2005
Tim asked:
"There was a detective/murder mystery type series in the 80s which I am sure was called either "Ace of Spades" or "Ace of Hearts" or something like that, but I can't find anything on the net. I'm sure the main actor was a Dynasty (or Dallas type) mainstay. In the opening credits he jumped out of a plane and was driving a Ferrari. It was very much at the same time and in a similar vein to Matt Houston but with more of a James Bond type character. I might be getting the program name totally wrong but maybe he was a gambler, hence the name. Any ideas?"
The answer is:
"Sword of Justice with Dack Rambo"
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April 18, 2005
Lynda asked:
"What is the real name of the theme from Sanford and Son?"
The answer is:
"The Streetbeater, by Quincy Jones"
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April 15, 2005
Oooruinerooo asked:
"There was a show in the early-ish 90's on ABC saturday mornings. It had to do with High School students that attended a school called "edgar allen poe high" or something to that effect, i just remember he was a big part of the school's history. The basis of the show was something about weird/odd occurrences at the school. what is this show!?!?!?!?!?!?"
The answer is:
"Bone Chillers"
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April 12, 2005
Julie asked:
"What was Stanford Blatch's profession on Sex and the City?"
The answer is:
"He was a modeling agent."
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March 30, 2005
Garrett asked:
"Jerry O'Connell is best known for being the fat kid in 'Stand by Me', But what syndicated show was he on soon after that, and it isn't Sliders..."
The answer is:
"My Secret Identity"
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March 28, 2005
Christopher asked:
"During the early years of ABC's TGIF, there was a show about a father, son, and deaf daughter who had a dolphin. What is this? No one I know truly believes it exists."
The answer is:
"Dolphin Cove"
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March 27, 2005
Cheryl asked:
"What was The Addams Family home address in the original series?"
The answer is:
"001 Cemetery Lane"
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March 25, 2005
Christine asked:
"I believe it was on the early 80's on PBS. It was a show for kids that taught different Spanish words. The beginning credits had children singing "la la la la la la la la la la la la (name of show)". In the opening sequence it has a Ferris wheel with neon on it and I think it is supposed to be an outside night time shot. Please help this has been driving me crazy for a long time!"
The answer is:
"Villa Allegre"
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March 22, 2005
Heather asked:
"There was a series in the late 80's/early 90's about a group of medical students who couldn't get into regular med schools. Therefore they had to go to school in Jamaica. I loved it because it showed the beautiful Jamaican scenery, had real dialog complete with patois and some KICK-ASS reggae music for the soundtrack. What is that name of this show? "
The answer is:
"Going to Extremes"
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March 20, 2005
Jamey asked:
"In the Crime Story series, the attorney David Abrams worked with Torello’s squad, but then at some point he became he became a part of Ray Luca's gang. What happened and why did he switch loyalties? "
The answer is:
"Upset that Luca is given immunity to work for the US government...Abrams seeks revenge against Torello by resigning and joins Luca's gang." - Thanks to Lynda
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March 18, 2005
Carlos asked:
"In the early 90's ('90 or '91), there was a show on ABC that was supposed to be a futuristic Wonder Years. In it, the main character was an adult in the future who would reminisce about their past (which was, for us, the current year). What was the name of the show and who played the main characters? I know it didn't last long."
The answer is:
"My Life and Times"
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March 16, 2005
Andrea asked:
"I recall a show in the mid to late '80s that aired on ABC's Sunday night lineup. It was about a brother and sister that inherited an antique shop. Each antique that had been sold was cursed; so, they attempted to retrieve each item per episode. The sister had big, red hair. What was the name of this short lived program?"
The answer is:
"Friday the 13th"
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March 14, 2005
Tim asked:
"I recall a show in the mid 90s that involved several mice who lived in the white house. It was a cartoon that air during primetime. What was it called?"
The answer is:
"Capitol Critters"
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March 11, 2005
Dave asked:
"This is a very short lived "super hero" series that was either in the late 1960's or early 1970's. After reading other posts, I thought "Mr. Terrific" might have been the answer BUT about the only real specific thing I do recall is that a familiar bald-headed character actor also was in the series (of course, I can't recall his name) and he knew the super hero's identity. The 'hero' also took some sort of pill (it seemed to be the size of a jawbreaker) or something that gave him 'super powers' but more for comedic purposes as opposed to anything else. HELP."
The answer is:
"Mr. Terrific"
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March 9, 2005
Daniel asked:
"What was the show with a young blonde alien girl who lived on Earth and could freeze time by touching her index fingers together? She would talk to her alien father through some psychedelic crystal."
The answer is:
"Out Of This World"
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March 7, 2005
Kendahl asked:
"What was that one show on FOX where the guy slept in a box? Flashbacks showed him as a child sleeping in this box. It was the box of the company he worked for and he was out to sabotage the company. Of course, FOX canceled it after less than one season…"
The answer is:
"Profit"
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March 6, 2005
Nancy asked:
"What was the name of the Twilight Zone episode with the blue men who worked to replace missing elements in time?"
The answer is:
"A Matter of Minutes"
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March 5, 2005
Cristi asked:
"Does anyone remember a show that was on TBS back in the late 80s or early 90s that was on in the afternoons and involved teens that worked on the beach or in a surf shop or something? I remember the title or theme song having the word Wave in it. I used to watch this show all the time and can't remember the name."
The answer is:
"California Dreams"
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March 4, 2005
Spencer asked:
"The show Drexell's Class on FOX was set in what town?"
The answer is:
"Cedar Bluffs, Iowa"
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March 3, 2005
Jim asked:
"I seem to recall a family drama in the early 80s (maybe late 70s) about a blended family with a deaf son, a teenage daughter named Tess, and a family dog named Montgomery. I believe the parents were played by Anne Archer and Frank Converse. For the life of me, I can't remember the name of this show. Little help?"
The answer is:
"The Family Tree"
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March 1, 2005
Don asked:
"When rollerblading first became popular and American Gladiators was a hit show, they created an "extreme roller derby show." It was just like the old-fashioned roller derbies where teams would skate around and knock each other over. But on this show they were rollerblading and there was something extreme about the track. I think there were some jumps. And I'm pretty sure there was one really big incline, and people tried to get as high up it as possible. They would get points based on how high up it they got. This show was truly terrible. What was it called?"
The answer is:
"Rollergames"
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February 28, 2005
Stephanie asked:
"Who hosted the first televised Oscar telecast?"
The answer is:
"Bob Hope"
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February 26, 2005
Ira asked:
"There was a syndicated show about 5-10 years ago that as I recall had stories largely surrounding finding various artifacts that had some evil element to them. There was the obligatory older guy who knew everything and a couple of younger people who helped him tracking down leads and finding and destroying/securing the artifacts. Any thoughts?"
The answer is:
"Friday the 13th"
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February 24, 2005
Libby asked:
"There was this show on several years ago with a college professor who had a dog and seemed to live in his office. He was friends with a doctor and had a Goth girl sidekick named "Miranda" (I think). He would find out about strange cases and paranormal stuff and investigate. Can anyone tell me what the name of this show is?"
The answer is:
"Mysterious Ways"
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February 22, 2005
David asked:
"What was the name of the short-lived 1/2 hour tv show (sit-com) on in the early 90's (about the same time as Mad About You started), set mainly in a bar (like Cheers, Archie's Place, Frank's Place) or café (like Becker)? I think the lead was a fairly famous stand-up comic, but I cannot remember his name either (and I've seen him in other shows, but I can't remember any of them right now)."
The answer is:
"The George Carlin Show"
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February 21, 2005
Bianca asked:
"There was a show on ABC in the 1990s (mid to late). It was a SNL/Mad TV-type show, however the cast was mostly female. I recall on skit in particular where a group of woman attended the wake of another female friend and while they were viewing the body, they redid her make up. What was the name of the show?"
The answer is:
"She TV"
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February 20, 2005
Tammi asked:
"In My Mother the Car, who did the voice of the car? Weren't there two?"
The answer is:
"Ann Sothern was the only voice."
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February 19, 2005
Adiara asked:
"This has always driven me crazy. Early on in St. Elsewhere I could have sworn two women played Peter White's wife or it was actually Jack Morrisey's wife that was played by two women. Anyway ONE of the women I could swear on was thirtysomething's Nancy. Of course when St. Elsewhere was on, thirtysomething had yet to go on. I just remembered really thinking there was something special about her (Patricia Wettig) is her real name. Was she actually on St. Elsewhere or did I imagine seeing her playing a wife?"
The answer is:
"Patricia Wettig played Dr. Morrison's second wife from 1986-88."
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February 18, 2005
Brant asked:
"Elizabeth Montgomery portrayed Serena under what pseudonym shown in the closing credits of Bewitched?"
The answer is:
"Pandora Spocks"
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February 16, 2005
Karen asked:
"There used to be a sitcom on that was about a young teenage girl, who was a professional tennis player....I believe the guy that played her coach is pretty well known, but I can't even remember who he is....can anyone help me with the name of the show??? It's bugging me!"
The answer is:
"Phenom"
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February 14, 2005
Brant asked:
"What was the first name of the chief of Control on Get Smart?"
The answer is:
"Thaddeus"
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February 13, 2005
Fred asked:
"I am trying to remember a show where I think there were 3 secret agents that had psychic powers. They were able to communicate with each other. One woman and 2 men, I think, each had a different ability to read each others thoughts."
The answer is:
"The Champions"
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February 12, 2005
Roland asked:
"This was a short lived TV musical set in a high school and ran sometime in the early eighties. I recall one episode where a fat kind of goofy boy was whistling “Girl You Really Got Me Going” I think. He wanders into the girls’ shower room or something and passes out from the shock. The song continues and someone is beat boxing it. I have a vague memory of this show and doubt it had more than 2 or 3 episodes. Any ideas?"
The answer is:
"Hull High"
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February 9, 2005
Rob asked:
"In the early eighties there was a pilot for a show that starred Bill Bixby as a news guy at a TV station in Boston. It was a comedy. I know the name of it..... but do you?"
The answer is:
"Goodnight, Beantown"
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February 7, 2005
Alison asked:
"Sometime in the 1980s I saw this truly bizarre sitcom starring Dee Wallace and a slightly fat Elliot Gould as the parents of 2-3 kids (very original). The episode that sticks in my mind is one in which the blonde teenage daughter finds an old 'Time' magazine with 'Is God Dead?' on the cover, and gets all upset about it. The finale involves Dee bursting into aforesaid daughter's room and delivering an emotional speech, in which she concludes (at the top of her lungs) that "... God IS in His Kingdom, and all is right with the world!!". She and daughter tearfully embrace, then I think the rest of the family join in the hug. Roll credits. The memory of it astonishes me even to this day, especially since I don't recall the show being even slightly religious in content before that. My question: what was this show called? I don't think it lasted very long (big surprise there)."
The answer is:
"Together We Stand"
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February 5, 2005
Celia asked:
"On Friends, in The One with Rachel's New Dress, Phoebe gets to pick the name of one of the triplets she is carrying for her brother and sister-in-law, what was the very first name she thinks of?"
The answer is:
"Cougar"
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February 4, 2005
Victor asked:
"What was Larry Blyden's character's profession in "Harry's Girls"?"
The answer is:
"Harry Burns was a vaudeville entertainer with an act that featured three beautiful girl dancers." - Thanks to Lynda
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February 3, 2005
Carole asked:
"Maybe 25 years ago there was a show - Phyllis Diller was in it - about a very wealthy family that lost all their money - to the IRS I think. They (again I think the IRS) had a pay phone installed in the (now empty) mansion to stop the family from running up the bill. Kind of reminds me of Arrested Development. What was this show?"
The answer is:
"The Pruitts of Southampton"
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February 2, 2005
Jenny asked:
"Can you name the early 1990's vampire series on I believe Fox TV (and it's not Buffy or Angel)?"
The answer is:
"Kindred: The Embraced"
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February 1, 2005
Robin asked:
"A new television show is coming on about a cop who goes blind. My friend and I say there was another cop show, we think in the 70's or 80's around the same idea. The guy was a blonde. We think the title was one word. HELP!"
The answer is:
"Longstreet"
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January 31, 2005
Mike asked:
"What was the name of the restaurant the Roy Rogers and dale Evans ran and Pat Brady washed dishes?"
The answer is:
"The Eureka Cafe"
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January 28, 2005
Kenneth asked:
"There was a show that came on Saturday mornings in the '70s...it was on either CBS or NBC...it was about some baby/kid/adult named "John" that always changed his age...I think he was his own teacher at school...the show sucked but I would like to know the name of the show. Thanks."
The answer is:
"Big John, Little John"
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January 27, 2005
Alanis asked:
"This was an 80s sitcom that was short-lived, possibly not even one full season, but I remember the stars, all pretty big names. It starred Richard Crenna, Patty Duke-Astin, Billie Bird, and a young Anthony Edwards and Helen Hunt as the teenagers. The son was in a punk band and the big joke was the name of his new song "I want to run you over with a bus" was a ballad. I think the title of it has something to do with "Just the 2 of Us" or something like that, which makes no sense since there were 5 people living in the house. Anyone remember this? "
The answer is:
"It Takes Two"
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January 20, 2005
Margaret asked:
"I remember a TV show from the mid-90's with a song-and-dance format (similar to Cop Rock), but it was set in a high school. I can't remember the name!"
The answer is:
"Hull High"
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January 19, 2005
Design asked:
"There was a show in the 90's about a drifter that I think had memory loss and was either being pursued by the CIA or was in the CIA. It seemed like everyone was out to get him. The episodes were always weird like dreams or something. Can you help? Thanks."
The answer is:
"Nowhere Man"
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January 18, 2005
Bradley asked:
"There was a short lived show that aired in the late eighties around the time of Alf. It may have been on after Alf. It was kinda like Eerie Indiana in a way. In one short story there was a farmer that put dead bodies in a well, then he would lift the bucket back out of the well and there would be money and gold. It didn't have a continuous plot, it was just short stories. Another was when some crazy lady grew enormous pumpkins and won a competition. It's driving me nuts.. See what you can do, Thanks!"
The answer is:
"Amazing Stories"
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January 17, 2005
Penelope asked:
"What shows did each of the Desperate Housewives make their debuts on?"
The answer is:
"Teri Hatcher...The Love Boat
Felicity Huffman...Bed Time
Marcia Cross...The Edge of Night
Eva Longoria...The Young and the Restless
Nicolette Sheridan...Knots Landing" - Thanks to Lynda
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January 16, 2005
Lisa asked:
"I remember watching a show that that had a mom and a dad that it was like their 3rd marriage each. They had 2 girls and a boy. The opening credits had wedding cakes. What was this show's name?"
The answer is:
"Something So Right"
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January 15, 2005
Dayenu2 asked:
"My brother, best-friend and I remember a TV show, must have been on in the 70's to early 80's. It was a children's TV program maybe on Saturday mornings and around the same time as Sesame Street and The Electric Company. It was all or mostly animated, and may have been a part of another program. All we can remember is a song called "Vegetable Soup" and weird characters that looked like spoons, and veggies. We don't know if the program was called "Vegetable Soup" or not, but would like help on this. We're really stumped."
The answer is:
"Vegetable Soup"
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January 13, 2005
Linda asked:
"Trying to find the name of a sitcom that was on in the mid '60s. The show centered on a handsome bachelor that lived up or downstairs from a beautiful single girl. The bachelor wanted to remain that way, but his boss only promoted married men with families. Somehow the bachelor convinced his pretty neighbor to pose as his wife whenever his boss & the bosses wife showed up, which was frequently. The bachelor was always climbing over balconies, etc., racing back & forth between apartments. Of course, they had the hots for each other, but tried to act like they didn't. I thought it was a great show, but I never see it mentioned anywhere. Please tell me I didn't imagine this show. "
The answer is:
"Occasional Wife"
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January 12, 2005
Steve asked:
"I was wondering if you could help me with a cartoon that was on when i was a kid, around 1986-1991 or so. It was on Saturday morning cartoons, and was based on characters from nintendo games, (mega-man, the guy from castlevania, a kid who was pulled into the game, using the controller as a weapon on his belt, and with a big brain/eggplant as the man bad guy). I'd be grateful if you could tell me what this show was."
The answer is:
"Captain N: The Game Master"
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January 10, 2005
Vicki asked:
"I am trying to remember a show from the 80's. It was a western. A group of about 4 or 5 cowboys were in the old west and the whole group got transported to current day (1980's.) I don't know how, but they had a nice ranch and they made friends with a lady from the present (I thought she was blonde and looked like Markie Post, but I don't think it was her.) This has been bothering me for over a year and haven't been able to find anything on the web."
The answer is:
"Outlaws"
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January 6, 2005
Bill asked:
"There was a TV Show in the early 80's that had a couple of kids, and one of the kids was a computer/brainiac. I believed they solved mysteries or something like that. I think the lead character also played in Little House on the Prairie."
The answer is:
"Whiz Kids"
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January 5, 2005
Debbie asked:
"Around 25 or so years ago, there was a live-action Sat. morning show called Kids from C.A.P.E.R. who would solve mysteries. One of the guys would go berserk whenever anyone mentioned bananas. Does anyone remember who starred in it or what C.A.P.E.R. stood for? (maybe it was K.A.P.E.R.?)"
The answer is:
"Civilian Authority to Protect Everybody Regardless"
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January 4, 2005
Harry asked:
"I seem to recall that there was a short lived, or rather, stillborn sequel to Laugh-In. Can anyone confirm this?"
The answer is:
"Turn-On"
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January 3, 2005
Michael asked:
"What was Mindy's job on Mork & Mindy?"
The answer is:
"Mindy was a clerk at her Dad's music store."
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