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TMC · 08-16-2002, 05:59 PM

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I'm partially bringing this up after my thread concerning other "bad" MTV shows to go along w/ "The Tom Green Show" which made TV Guide's list and a seperate list that focused on the top 10 worst sports related programs (besides the XFL) of all time:
*Baby Talk-I would put this show on the list before I would put "Baby Bob." For those who are wondering, this sitcom w/ the gimmick of a talking infant (w/ Tony Danza doing the voice) aired on ABC's TGIF line-up back in the early 1990s. It should also be noted that the mother was played by two different actresses in-between the seasons and it left another mark on George Clooney's "I would like to keep this off of my resume please!" list (besides I guess the "Facts of Life" and "Batman & Robin").

*The Star Wars Holiday Special-I wasn't even born when this show (which supposedly was made without George Lucas' seal of approval even though Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford appeared in-character) made its first and only "official" appearance on TV. It was also never officially released on home video or DVD as it grown to mythical proportions (partially because it gave us the first ever appearance of Boba Fett via an animated short).

*The Magic Hour-If you're going to mention Chevy Chase's ill-fated foray in late-night TV then you seriously have to also have to put basketball legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson's try under consideration also (both came from Fox by-the-way). Nothing can't be more ironic than the fact that the highest rated episode featured Magic's biggest critic, Howard Stern & company.

*Battlestar 1980-I've never seen it but from what I've heard a lot of the "Battlestar Galactica" fanboys would seriously like to pretend that this much cheaper follow-up never existed.

*Richard Bey-This show can probably be best described as "The Jerry Springer Show" on acid.

*The Power Rangers-At least if you're going to look from the standpoint of mind-numbingly cheesy yet long enduring kids' shows a la "Barney & Friends."

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Brian Damage · 08-16-2002, 06:24 PM

Baywatch Nights- A life guard by day and a private detective at night. When does this guy sleep?

Richard Bey's Night Games- This was a spinoff of The Richard Bey Show. A very bad spinoff complete with Bikini Tug-O-War and Pie eating contests.

The New Odd Couple- This was exactly like the old odd couple complete with the exact same storylines. The only thing "New" about it was the fact that Felix and Oscar were now black.

The Bionic Dog- After the sucess of The Bionic Man and Woman, they created a Bionic...Dog?!?

The Jackie Thomas Show- The only reason why Tom Arnold was given this sitcom is because he was married to Roseanne who was red hot at the time.

Jordan · 08-16-2002, 06:31 PM

"Working" the former Fred Savage sitcom (if you can call it that). I thought it was the worst series ever created.

SBTB Geek · 08-16-2002, 08:29 PM

"All About Us"

"Malibu, CA"

"Power Rangers"

"AHHH! Real Monsters"

*edit*!

- I came to the conclusion that "Punky Brewster" wasn't ONE FOURTH as bad as the other programs I listed.

I apologize to the loyal PB fans.

JT · 08-16-2002, 09:04 PM

"Friends"
"Will & Grace"
"The Brady Bunch"
"Frasier"
"Just Shoot Me"
"Dharma and Greg"
"Becker"
"Port Charles"
"NYPD Blue"
"JAG"
"ER"

Sitcomwriter · 08-16-2002, 10:31 PM

"The Beverly Hillbillies"
"The Andy Griffith Show"
"Good Times"
"The Brady Bunch"
"The Partridge Family"
"Saved by the Bell" (Original Cast)
"MASH"
"Leave it to Beaver"

dawsongirl · 08-16-2002, 11:47 PM

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Originally posted by TMC
*Battlestar 1980-I've never seen it but from what I've heard a lot of the "Battlestar Galactica" fanboys would seriously like to pretend that this much cheaper follow-up never existed.

Personally I loved Galactica 1980. But then I like Kent McCord.

factsoflife · 08-17-2002, 01:17 AM

how in the world can you put Punky Brewster on the list? Punky Brewster is one of the most beloved series of the 80's.

Other shows that should have been on the list-
Jerry Springer
Caroline In The City
Suddenly Susan
Northern Exsposuer
Due South
The Simpsons
Married With Children
That's Life
Kate Brasher
CSI
Touched By An Angel
Promised Land
Titans
The Street
Anada Lewis Show
The Osborunes

Will and Grace Fanatic · 08-17-2002, 01:29 AM

Every single UPN sitcom except the Parkers. And all the sitcoms from the 60's except Dick Van Dyke.

Jordan · 08-17-2002, 11:48 AM

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Originally posted by Will and Grace Fanatic
Every single UPN sitcom...

It's so true...

Will and Grace Fanatic · 08-17-2002, 12:04 PM

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Originally posted by factsoflife
how in the world can you put Punky Brewster on the list? Punky Brewster is one of the most beloved series of the 80's.

Other shows that should have been on the list-

CSI

You're right. Who cares about dead bodies?

TJL · 08-17-2002, 12:57 PM

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Originally posted by TMC
*The Star Wars Holiday Special-I wasn't even born when this show (which supposedly was made without George Lucas' seal of approval even though Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford appeared in-character) made its first and only "official" appearance on TV. It was also never officially released on home video or DVD as it grown to mythical proportions (partially because it gave us the first ever appearance of Boba Fett via an animated short).

Yep, that was pretty bad. I haven't seen it since it first aired, which is probably for the best, although the animated short featuring Boba Fett was pertty well done. If they devoted the entire half hour to an animated Star Wars special instead of the horroble special they did, millions of Star Wars fans would be able to sleep better.
Even though it is or never will be available on video (George Lucas has stated that) bootleg copies are available.

Brian Damage · 08-17-2002, 02:44 PM

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Originally posted by factsoflife
Other shows that should have been on the list-
Jerry Springer

Maybe you didn't see the list, but Jerry Springer was #1

LucyFan · 08-17-2002, 06:40 PM

I think these should have been on the list:

~ "TAXI"
~ "Maude"
~ "The Beverly Hillbillies"
~ "My Favorite Martian"
~ "Barney Miller"
~ "The Nanny"

That is all I can think of for right now . . .

factsoflife · 08-17-2002, 08:23 PM

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Originally posted by LucyFan
I think these should have been on the list:

~ "TAXI"
~ "Maude"
~ "The Beverly Hillbillies"
~ "My Favorite Martian"
~ "Barney Miller"
~ "The Nanny"

That is all I can think of for right now . . .

Taxi, Maude???? These are two of the most revolutionary and groundbreaking series ever.. how could they be considered the worst... The Beverly Hillbilles, Barney Miller, they are classics... however i agree with you about The Nanny.

08-16-2002, 06:24 PM	#2
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08-17-2002, 01:17 AM	#8
factsoflife Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 11, 2000 Posts: 8,744	Punky Brewster how in the world can you put Punky Brewster on the list? Punky Brewster is one of the most beloved series of the 80's. Other shows that should have been on the list- Jerry Springer Caroline In The City Suddenly Susan Northern Exsposuer Due South The Simpsons Married With Children That's Life Kate Brasher CSI Touched By An Angel Promised Land Titans The Street Anada Lewis Show The Osborunes
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08-16-2002, 05:59 PM	#1
TMC Member Forum Idol Join Date: Jan 09, 2001 Posts: 125,472	Shows that TV Guide Missed for its "Worst of All Time" List http://forums.comicbookresources.com...threadid=20823 I'm partially bringing this up after my thread concerning other "bad" MTV shows to go along w/ "The Tom Green Show" which made TV Guide's list and a seperate list that focused on the top 10 worst sports related programs (besides the XFL) of all time: Baby Talk-I would put this show on the list before I would put "Baby Bob." For those who are wondering, this sitcom w/ the gimmick of a talking infant (w/ Tony Danza doing the voice) aired on ABC's TGIF line-up back in the early 1990s. It should also be noted that the mother was played by two different actresses in-between the seasons and it left another mark on George Clooney's "I would like to keep this off of my resume please!" list (besides I guess the "Facts of Life" and "Batman & Robin"). The Star Wars Holiday Special-I wasn't even born when this show (which supposedly was made without George Lucas' seal of approval even though Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford appeared in-character) made its first and only "official" appearance on TV. It was also never officially released on home video or DVD as it grown to mythical proportions (partially because it gave us the first ever appearance of Boba Fett via an animated short). The Magic Hour-If you're going to mention Chevy Chase's ill-fated foray in late-night TV then you seriously have to also have to put basketball legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson's try under consideration also (both came from Fox by-the-way). Nothing can't be more ironic than the fact that the highest rated episode featured Magic's biggest critic, Howard Stern & company. Battlestar 1980-I've never seen it but from what I've heard a lot of the "Battlestar Galactica" fanboys would seriously like to pretend that this much cheaper follow-up never existed. Richard Bey-This show can probably be best described as "The Jerry Springer Show" on acid. The Power Rangers-At least if you're going to look from the standpoint of mind-numbingly cheesy yet long enduring kids' shows a la "Barney & Friends." http://groups.google.com/groups?hl=e....arts.tv&meta=

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08-17-2002, 06:40 PM	#14
LucyFan Still Loving Lucy! Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 23, 2001 Location: In the Wonderful World of Lucy! Posts: 8,198	I think these should have been on the list: ~ "TAXI" ~ "Maude" ~ "The Beverly Hillbillies" ~ "My Favorite Martian" ~ "Barney Miller" ~ "The Nanny" That is all I can think of for right now . . .