CNN the 80's makes no mention of these sitcoms at all? lol - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

TVFactFan · 04-02-2016, 11:05 PM

Amen

Archie Bunkers Place

Benson

Different Strokes

Facts of Life

Gimme a Break

Head of the Class

Newhart

Silver Spoons

Webster

What's Happening Now

Now I know they can mention all the shows but you would think out of this list above atleast two of them would have been mentioned during a 2 hour show lol

Vahan · 04-03-2016, 12:22 AM

The retrospective had shows from other genres that broke grounds, so they were likely unable to fit everything in a two-hour timeslot.

TVFactFan · 04-03-2016, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Vahan

The retrospective had shows from other genres that broke grounds, so they were likely unable to fit everything in a two-hour timeslot.

you right but SMALL WONDER? lol

Svenfan1234 · 04-03-2016, 10:28 AM

Was St. Elsewhere in this special? It was 80s and the best medical drama ever

DJM77 · 04-03-2016, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Svenfan1234

Was St. Elsewhere in this special?

Yes, it was.

TVFactFan · 04-03-2016, 12:18 PM

It was looking like Dynasty wouldn't be m ntioned for a second. Lol

Svenfan1234 · 04-03-2016, 01:54 PM

I figured St. Elsewhere would be included. It is like the best 1980s show.

benjamoon · 04-03-2016, 03:28 PM

While popular at the time, none of those shows you listed were groundbreakers or regarded widely as classics from the era compared to shows like Cheers, The Cosby Show, Hill Street Blues, St. Elsewhere, Dallas, etc

TVFactFan · 04-03-2016, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by benjamoon

While popular at the time, none of those shows you listed were groundbreakers or regarded widely as classics from the era compared to shows like Cheers, The Cosby Show, Hill Street Blues, St. Elsewhere, Dallas, etc

So small wonder was ground breakling?

Gemini_89 · 04-03-2016, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by benjamoon

While popular at the time, none of those shows you listed were groundbreakers or regarded widely as classics from the era compared to shows like Cheers, The Cosby Show, Hill Street Blues, St. Elsewhere, Dallas, etc

The Facts of Life was groundbreaking for women, especially young girls questioning their sexuality, minority girls, and women who are struggling with their weight.

Being one of the longest running sitcoms and the longest running FEMALE sitcom to date.

TVFactFan · 04-03-2016, 06:06 PM

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The Facts of Life was groundbreaking for women, especially young girls questioning their sexuality, minority girls, and women who are struggling with their weight.

I have to agree, Small wonder was stupid and managed to get referenced but not a show on NBC for damm near a decade

Gemini_89 · 04-03-2016, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by TVFactFan

I have to agree, Small wonder was stupid and managed to get referenced but not a show on NBC for damm near a decade

Exactly!

Gemini_89 · 04-03-2016, 06:23 PM

Is Different Strokes considered a 70s sitcom because it premiered in 1978? If they did a 70s edition then it most definitely should have been included.

TVFactFan · 04-03-2016, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Gemini_89

Is Different Strokes considered a 70s sitcom because it premiered in 1978? If they did a 70s edition then it most definitely should have been included.

Not to me since the show premiered 2 months before 1979

IllinoisTVFan · 04-03-2016, 07:49 PM

Does anyone know if you can watch online or will they rerun?

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Vahan Member Senior Member Join Date: Jan 14, 2008 Posts: 2,712	The retrospective had shows from other genres that broke grounds, so they were likely unable to fit everything in a two-hour timeslot.

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TVFactFan Member Forum Junkie Join Date: Aug 17, 2002 Posts: 99,050	It was looking like Dynasty wouldn't be m ntioned for a second. Lol

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Svenfan1234 Member Forum Star Join Date: Dec 12, 2015 Posts: 11,200	I figured St. Elsewhere would be included. It is like the best 1980s show.

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Gemini_89 Member Senior Member Join Date: Jul 09, 2009 Location: Unknown Posts: 1,294	Is Different Strokes considered a 70s sitcom because it premiered in 1978? If they did a 70s edition then it most definitely should have been included.

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IllinoisTVFan Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 22, 2011 Location: South of Chicago Posts: 4,072	Does anyone know if you can watch online or will they rerun?