Here are the classic tv shows coming to DVD in January 2018. January 2nd Death Valley Days – The Complete 14th Season: The Ronald Reagan Years, Collector’s Edition January 9th Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In – The Complete 2nd Season January 16th S.W.A.T. – The Complete Series January 23rd The Paper Chase – Season 4: The Final … Read more
We lost a lot of great classic tv stars in 2017. I was hoping not to have to add any more to this list I compiled today, but I just got word that the great Rose Marie passed this afternoon, December 28th. Known for having the longest career in show business of over 90 years, … Read more
Here are the classic tv shows coming to DVD this month. December 5th Alice – The Complete 6th Season One Day at a Time – The Complete Series December 12th Simon & Simon – The 8th Season (Final Season) December 19th Daniel Boone – The 6th Season (Final Season Collector’s Edition) Police Woman – The … Read more
Mary Tyler Moore passed away today. She was 80. Right now, there are hundreds of tributes pouring in, lauding her acting and celebrating her life. I certainly enjoyed her acting and that’s what she will be remembered most for, but she played another role that really hits home for me. She was diagnosed as a … Read more
Fifty years ago saw the humble beginnings of what would become a cultural phenomenon and an entertainment franchise. This week, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Star Trek. The iconic science fiction show debuted on September 8th, 1966 with the episode “The Man Trap“. Ratings put the show first in its time slot, but reviews from critics … Read more
I watched a lot of tv growing up and it’s no secret that I became very fond of character actors. There was one character actor in particular, William Schallert, that just seemed to be everywhere during my childhood, whether it was a current show or rerun I was watching. He popped up on The Rifleman, Perry Mason, … Read more
In September of this year, Lost In Space will mark 50 years since its premiere. The surviving cast members are getting a head start on the celebration with a reunion at the Hollywood Show, taking place at the Westin Los Angeles Airport Hotel, January 23-25, 2015. June Lockhart, Mark Goddard, Marta Kristen, Angela Cartwright and … Read more
My introduction to James Garner was The Rockford Files. I have fond memories of watching the show with my dad when I was younger. He was a cool cat, driving a Firebird and living on the beach. He was his own boss. He was the reluctant hero, a role that James Garner became known for … Read more
