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Oh 81-82 TV failed TV. Angie Dickinson, Gabe Kaplan, Dana Carvey, James Arness and a lot more! Get ready for a blast from the past as we dive into the worst TV shows from 1981 and 1982. From poorly written scripts to cringe-worthy acting, we're exposing the television failures of the early 80s that will leave you wondering how they ever made it to air. With a mix of comedy, drama, and more, these shows are a testament to the fact that not every idea is a winner. Join mes as we count down the ten worst TV shows from 1981 and 1982 and find out which ones are still remembered today for all the wrong reasons. Whether you're a nostalgic TV buff or just looking for a laugh, this video is for you. So sit back, relax, and let's take a trip down memory lane to revisit the TV shows that failed to impress.

DISCLAIMER: I had to replace the audio on the theme to CASSIE AND CO because of copyright issues. The original was much more sultry.

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Step back to 1981 — a year when television was booming with creativity, risk, and more than a few legendary flops.

From Mr. Merlin’s magical garage to The Brady Brides’ awkward family reunion, the early ’80s gave us some of the strangest, boldest, and most short-lived shows in TV history. In this episode of Throwback Network, we’re counting down the biggest TV flops of 1981 and breaking down exactly what went wrong.

Why did audiences reject shows that had everything going for them — big stars, clever ideas, even connections to beloved classics? We’ll look at the forgotten sitcoms, failed spinoffs, and misguided dramas that burned bright and faded fast.

📺 Featured shows include:
Mr. Merlin, Best of the West, Love, Sidney, Strike Force, Nurse, Darkroom, Open All Night, The Brady Brides, Walking Tall, It’s a Living, Lewis & Clark, and Those Amazing Animals.

If you love retro TV nostalgia, strange forgotten pilots, and a peek behind the curtain at how shows fail, you’re in the right place.