The Jeffersons

The Jeffersons is an American sitcom that was broadcast on CBS from January 18, 1975, through July 2, 1985, lasting 11 seasons and a total of 253 episodes. The show was produced by the T.A.T. Communications Company from 1975–1982 and by Embassy Television from 1982–1985. The Jeffersons is one of the longest-running sitcoms in the history of American television.

This television sitcom stars George Jefferson, who has become wealthy and successful in the dry-cleaning business. This affords him the opportunity to move into a ritzy high-rise in New York City. George is stingy, but means well, while his wife Louise (Weezy) is kind and generous. The show also features the Jefferson's wise-cracking maid, their interesting neighbors, and the building's officious doorman.

   Trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4f4Msn6hAQ

   Theme Song:

"Movin' On Up" performed by Ja'net Dubois

Movin' On Up - Jeff Barry & Janet Dubois (TV Version) 
Sammy Davis Jr. Sings the Theme to "The Jeffersons"


    Related/Spin-Offs:
All in the Family
Checking In
Maude
Archie Bunker's Place
Gloria
704 Hauser
 

   Starring:
Isabel Sanford, Sherman Hemsley, Marla Gibbs, Roxie Roker, Franklin Cover, Paul Benedict, Mike Evans, Berlinda Tolbert, Zara Cully, Damon Evans, Ned Wertimer, Jay Hammer


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Jeffersons
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0072519/
http://www.tvrage.com/The_Jeffersons

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RG's Views

Classic sitcom done well. This was a staple of my childhood. I don't know who could sit down to an episode of the Jeffersons and not love it. And just try not to sing along to the theme song.

      

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Sailor Moon

Sailor Moon, known in Japan as Pretty Soldier Sailormoon or Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Naoko Takeuchi. Fred Patten credits her with popularizing the concept of a team of magical girls, and Paul Gravett credits the series with revitalizing the magical girl genre itself. Sailor Moon redefined the magical girl genre, as previous magical girls did not use their powers to fight evil, but this has become one of the standard archetypes of the genre. Sailor Moon is the North American dub of the Japanese anime "Bishôjo senshi Sailor Moon". Sailor Moon was originally a Japanese comic(manga), spun off from the comic: Codename wa Sailor V.  It was then turned into the anime we watch today!

The magical action-adventures of a teenage girl who learns of her destiny as the legendary warrior Sailor Moon and must band together with the other Sailor Soldiers to defend the Earth and Galaxy.

   Trailer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dY6_RwXfmo0

   Theme Song

Moonlight Densetsu
Sailor Moon Theme (English)

   Related/Spin-off:

Codename: Sailor V


   Starring Voices (English Dub)
Tracey Moore, Terri Hawkes, Linda Ballantyne, Jill Frappier, Ron Rubin, Rino Romano, Toby Proctor, Vincent Corazza, Karen Bernstein, Liza Balkan, Katie Griffin, Susan Roman, Stephanie Morgenstern, Tracey Hoyt, Emilie-Claire Barlow, Jennifer Gould, Robert Bockstael, Roland Parliament, Stephanie Beard



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sailor_Moon
http://sailormoon.channel.or.jp/
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0103369/
https://www.tvrage.com/Sailor_Moon

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 RG's Views:

Sailor Moon was my first anime series, before I even knew what anime was. I can't say that I have watched many more of the genre. But this remains a series that I loved. It was the first kid's show I ever saw that depicted LGBT characters. I loved the whole concept of the show. I first watched the show in it's English dubbed version and I have to say it's my preference, though purests will tell you that all anime needs to be watched in the original Japanese.

I hear that they are planning a reboot which would be awesome. I'd love to see what they could do in a more progressive time.

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Dawson's Creek

Dawson's Creek is an American teen drama television series created by Kevin Williamson which debuted on January 20, 1998, on The WB and was produced by Sony Pictures Television. The program, part of a new craze for teen-themed movies and television shows in America in the late 1990s, catapulted its leads to stardom and became a defining show for The WB. The series ended on May 14, 2003.

Set in a small coastal, Massachusetts town named Capeside, Dawson's Creek tells the story of four teenagers as they struggle through adolescence. This is particularly true for 15-year-olds Dawson Leery, an introspective dreamer Joey Potter, a precocious tomboy unaware of her beauty. Best friends since childhood, they are about to enter that confusing time in life where nothing is the way it was and nothing is as it seems.

   Trailer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntxG68WJzuA

   Theme Songs

Paula Cole - I Don't Want Wait
Jann Arden - Run Like Mad 
Adam Fields - Dawson's Creek End Credits

   Related/Spin-off:

Young Americans


   Starring:   

James Van Der Beek, Michelle Williams, Joshua Jackson, Katie Holmes, Kerr Smith, Meredith Monroe, Busy Philipps, Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil, Nina Repeta

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dawson%27s_Creek
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0118300/
http://www.tvrage.com/Dawsons_Creek

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 RG's Views:

Dawson's creek was another of those shows that helped define a generation. Up until then I'm not sure any teenagers ever had use for such profound vocabularies. Probably hasn't happened since either. But the show never failed to bring a tear or a smile or an wistful moment of awe. There was a character everyone could relate too. Sometimes you hated them, but yet you still always loved them.
And over the years we saw lots of guests stars and recurring characters, that have since gone on to be some of the big faces of tv and movies.


The finale of this series is not one I am overly fond of. First they did that thing I hate most in a series, the time jump. If it isn't about time travel, then please do not skip years in the lives of my favorite characters and expect me to be ok with it. And I just didn't feel it needed to happen here. I won't reveal the major plot points of the finale for those that may not have caught it the first time around, but it was a controversial ending that left lots of fans shaking their fists at the tv gods in fury, while others rejoiced. But at least we got an ending. And if not pleased at the choices at least, satisfied that the questioned were resolved.

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Road to Avonlea

Road to Avonlea is a Canadian television series first broadcast in Canada between January 7, 1990 and March 31, 1996, and in the United States starting on March 5, 1990. It was created by Kevin Sullivan and produced by Sullivan Films (later Sullivan Entertainment) in association with CBC and The Disney Channel, with additional funding from Telefilm Canada.
It was adapted from the following books by L.M. Montgomery (author of Anne of Green Gables)  The Story Girl, The Golden Road, Chronicles of Avonlea and Further Chronicles of Avonlea.

The King family have lived in a small farming community called Avonlea on Prince Edward Island for generations. In the early 1900's, the eldest of the five King siblings, Hetty, oversees the goings-on in the family and ensures everything runs to her high and rigid standards. Eldest brother, Alec, and his family run the King farm. Youngest sister Olivia, who still is treated as the baby by the others despite being a grown woman, is the third of the siblings still living in Avonlea. Two additions from the King family arrive somewhat unexpectedly to stay on the King property, one being Andrew King, the son of third eldest Roger, who is off traveling the world as a renowned geologist. The other arrival is Sara Stanley, the only daughter of fourth eldest but deceased Ruth, who was the rebellious one in the family. Before Sara's arrival in Avonlea, the Stanleys were estranged from their Avonlea King relations. Sara is sent to stay with her relatives because her father, Blair Stanley, wants to protect her from a potential scandal he is facing associated with his business in Montréal. Sara in particular will have to make many adjustments from her privileged Montréal life to survive emotionally in rural Avonlea without her father. 
The show's focus shifted over the years from Sara's interactions with her new-found relatives, to stories about the King family. Later seasons of the show focused more on residents of Avonlea who were connected to the King family. Sarah Polley left the show in 1994, returning for one guest appearance in the 6th season and one in 7th season.

   Trailer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMB4rTidOi0

   Theme Song:

Road To Avonlea Theme

    Related/Spin-offs:

Anne of Green Gables
Anne of Avonlea
Anne of Green Gables: The Continuing Story
Anne of Green Gables: A New Beginning
Happy Christmas, Miss King

   Starring:
Sarah Polley, Jackie Burroughs, Lally Cadeau, Cedric Smith, Gema Zamprogna, Zachary Bennett, Mag Ruffman, Michael Mahonen, Harmony Cramp, Molly Atkinson


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Road_to_Avonlea
http://www.roadtoavonlea.com/
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0098900/

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RG's Views

Road to Avonlea was a staple of my childhood. I've never been a particular fan of Canadian programming but there are a few exceptions and this is one of them. Beautifully filmed and wonderful character portrayals, make this a truly enduring series. It's a glimpse into our history that leaves you truly caring about these characters and this beautiful town of Avonlea.

      

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Everwood

Everwood is an American drama television series that initially aired in the United States on The WB. It ran for four seasons from 2002 to 2006. It was not renewed for future production and did not return when The WB and UPN merged to form The CW Television NetworkThe series is set in the fictional small town of Everwood, Colorado,  It is primarily a serious drama with some comedic moments.
Everwood .

When Manhattan surgeon Andrew 'Andy' Brown is widowed, he decides to start a whole new life in the idyllic Colorado town Everwood, but gets more than he bargained for - it takes an eternity for a city-boy to fit in the small community, which already had a popular physician, and it's even worse for his unearthed kids, whom he must now parent alone: Ephram, a sensitive kid and gifted pianist, and his little sister Delia. As they all get to know Everwood people and each other better, relationships develop and change.

   Trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcJjhq5i9bE

   Theme Song:

Everwood Theme Song (Full version) by Blake Neely

   Starring:
Treat Williams, Gregory Smith, Emily VanCamp, Debra Mooney, John Beasley, Vivien Cardone, Chris Pratt, Stephanie Niznik, Merrilyn Gann, Tom Amandes, Marcia Cross, Scott Wolf, Sarah Drew


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Everwood
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0318883/

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RG's Views

Everwood was a truly great family drama. It had all the great small town antics that I relate to being from one myself. It was a staple of the WB which I pretty much loved all the programming they offered. It developed very well from this troubled little family to a big extended cast of the whole town.  Sadly they didn't get to have a truly good send off, but being notified that the show was not going to be renewed, they managed to add extra footage to the final episode which left us with a satisfying ending. It is very much worth the watch.

      

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Full House

Full House is an American sitcom television series, which originally ran in prime time from September 22, 1987 to May 23, 1995, on ABC. The series originally ran for 8 seasons and 192 episodes.

After news reporter Danny Tanner's wife Pam is killed in a car crash by a drunk driver, he recruits his brother-in-law Jesse (an exterminator turned rock musician) and quirky best friend Joey (a comedian) to help raise his three daughters, D.J., Stephanie, and Michelle, in his San Francisco home. Over time, the three men as well as the children bond and become closer to one another.
In season two, Danny becomes co-host of a local morning television show, Wake Up, San Francisco, and is teamed up with Rebecca Donaldson. Jesse and Rebecca eventually fall in love, and are married in season four. In season five, they have twin sons, Nicky and Alex.

   Trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDP7__2F1YE

   Theme Song:

"Everywhere You Look", performed by Jesse Frederick

   Starring:
John Stamos, Bob Saget, Dave Coulier, Candace Cameron, Jodie Sweetin, Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen, Lori Loughlin, Andrea Barber, Scott Weinger


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Full_House
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092359/

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RG's Views

I dare you to find a kid of the 90's who didn't watch Full House. Even today, when an episode comes up on TV, I can't help but stop and watch the antics of the Tanner clan. There was just something about that extended family that made you want to be a part of it. Does it stand the test of time? Well the fashion trends certainly don't. Some of the plots would probably seem pretty tame by the standards of today's family programming. But maybe that's what I like aout it. It was just a lot of innocent fun. Where even the dramatic moments were still pretty light. And always funny.

      

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Growing Pains

Growing Pains is an American television sitcom which aired on ABC from September 24, 1985, to April 25, 1992.

It's hard enough to raise a kid nowadays but when you have to cope with THESE kids, things tend to get out of hand! Dr Seaver, a psychologist and his wife Maggie Seaver, a journalist, try to do their best raising their family and although their kids, Mike, Ben, Carol and Crissie, cause them endless problems, they manage to keep the family close together. As long as they got each other, nothing else matters...  

   Trailer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFp3qiOYHOE

   Theme Song:

"As Long As We Got Each Other" by B.J. Thomas and Jennifer Warnes

    Related/Spin-Offs:
Just the Ten of Us




   Starring:
Alan Thicke, Joanna Kerns, Kirk Cameron, Tracey Gold, Jeremy Miller, Ashley Johnson, Leonardo DiCaprio


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Growing_Pains
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088527/

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RG's Views

Growing Pains was a mainstay in my teen years. Who didn't have a crush on Mike Seaver? This style of family sitcom was prevelant in the 80's and 90's. I think it stands the test of time. And I dare you not to hum along to that theme song.

      

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My Two Dads

My Two Dads is an American sitcom that aired on NBC from 1987 to 1990 and was produced by Michael Jacobs Productions in association with Tri-Star Television (later Columbia Pictures Television) and distributed by TeleVentures.

When Marcy Bradford dies, she leaves her teen-age daughter Nicole in the custody of a father she has never met; or rather, two fathers - Michael, a straight and formal man; and Joey, a wild artist. Both were Marcy's former boyfriends, and together, they provide a unique balance of parenting skills for young Nicole.

    Trailer:  
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzUBg9RqMcQ

   Theme Song:

You Can Count On Me - Greg Evigan

   Starring:
Paul Reiser, Greg Evigan, Staci Keanan, Chad Allen, Giovanni Ribisi, Florence Stanley, Dick Butkus



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/My_Two_Dads
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092410/

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RG's Views

This was one of my favorite shows in the 80's. It had a very original plotline for it's day. The charcater dynamics were great. It's worth tuning in just to see how these actors started out. You'll see some familiar faces.

      

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Veronica Mars

Veronica Mars is an American television series created by screenwriter Rob Thomas. The series premiered on September 22, 2004 during television network UPN's final two years, and ended on May 22, 2007 after a season on UPN's successor, The CW. Veronica Mars was produced by Warner Bros. Television, Silver Pictures Television, Stu Segall Productions, Inc and Rob Thomas Productions. Joel Silver and Rob Thomas were executive producers for the entire run of the series, while Diane Ruggiero was promoted in the third season.
Following the cancellation of the series, Thomas wrote a feature film script continuing the series. Warner Bros. opted not to fund the project at the time. On March 13, 2013, Bell and Thomas launched a fundraising campaign to produce the film through Kickstarter and attained the $2 million goal in less than ten hours. They accumulated over $5.7 million via Kickstarter. Production began on June 17, 2013. The film will be released on March 14, 2014

The series is set in the fictional town of Neptune, California, and stars Kristen Bell as the title character, a student who progresses from high school to college while moonlighting as a private investigator under the tutelage of her detective father. In each episode, Veronica solves a different stand-alone case while working to solve a more complex mystery. The first two seasons of the series each had a season-long mystery arc, introduced in the first episode of the season and solved in the season finale. The third season took a different format, focusing on smaller mystery arcs that would last the course of several episodes.

    Trailer:  
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhCwJyqIO3E

   Theme Song:
"We Used To Be Friends" Performed by The Dandy Warhols

    Related/Spin-Offs:


   Starring:
Kristen Bell, Percy Daggs III, Jason Dohring, Francis Capra, Ryan Hansen, Tina Majorino, Chris Lowell, Enrico Colantoni, Teddy Dunn, Sydney Tamiia Poitier, Kyle Gallner, Tessa Thompson, Julie Gonzalo, Chris Lowell, Michael Muhney

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veronica_Mars
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0412253/

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 RG's Views

  I only discovered this show after it had been cancelled. I caught the pilot on late night TV and then came home and downloaded every episode and watched them all in a matter of days. It was such a smart, funny, dramatic, well written/performed show. I'll never understand how shows like this end up cancelled while some trash stays on for years. I am excited beyond belief to see the movie.

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Ravenswood

Ravenswood is an American teen drama mystery-thriller television series created by I. Marlene King, Oliver Goldstick and Joseph Dougherty. A spin-off of Pretty Little Liars, ABC Family green lit the series on March 26, 2013. It premiered on October 22, 2013, following the Pretty Little Liars Halloween episode. On February 14, 2014, Ravenswood was canceled

Set in the fictional town of Ravenswood, Pennsylvania, the series will follow five strangers whose lives become intertwined by a deadly curse that has plagued their town for generations. They must dig into the town's dark past to solve the mysterious curse.

   Trailer:

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qEp1MErK_gk

   Theme Song:

Ravenswood Theme

   Related/Spin-offs:

Pretty Little Liars

   Starring:
Nicole Gale Anderson, Tyler Blackburn, Steven Cabral, Brett Dier, Britne Oldford, Merritt Patterson

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ravenswood_%28TV_series%29
http://beta.abcfamily.go.com/shows/ravenswood
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2799012/

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RG's Views

Very good fantasy drama. I wondered how they would make the supernatural element work, considering that it's parent show (PLL), is not fantasy based. But I think it does a good job of making it believable. And it still has that same tension that PLL is known for so it keeps the shows feeling linked. I'm sorry this one won't get to continue. Hopefully we at least get Caleb back on PPL.

      

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