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Julie London had to work with her ex-husband on Emergency! — and you'll never guess who it was! She was working for her ex-husband while co-starring with her current husband!
Andy Griffith and Don Knotts had an opportunity to reconnect when Griffith offered Knotts the role of Barney Fife The two pals were long overdue for a reunion.
Hal Smith said that this was the hardest part of playing Otis on The Andy Griffith Show The actor only had one issue with the role.
The Twilight Zone episode that inspired ''Sinners'' Ryan Coogler breaks genre boundaries with ''Sinners", a Gothic vampire horror rooted in Black Southern history. Here's how some unexpected classics helped shape one of 2025's most daring films.
8 of the best questions, answers and interactions from the Q+A sessions on The Carol Burnett Show Burnett's quick-wit and situational comedy abilities made the Q+A sessions a must-watch for any fan of her variety show.
The producer and Jim Nabors spent a lot of time perfecting Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. Jim Nabors and Gomer Pyle were both small-town boys with a lot of optimism.
Russell Johnson on the heyday of television: ''If you are an actor today and you are not in a TV series, you are in trouble.'' Like peanut butter and jelly, actors and television simply go together.
The Fugitive's Barry Morse said that he dealt with ''abuse'' from fans when he was recognized in public Some fans took the series a bit too seriously.
Gilligan's Island creator Sherwood Schwartz had a backup plan in mind for the series if audiences grew bored with the series It turns out that the best-laid plans come with a secret backup plan.
The mystery of Jerry Mathers' ''death'': How a Vietnam rumor fooled the nation This shocking urban legend claimed Jerry Mathers, star of Leave It to Beaver, died in Vietnam. Learn how this false rumor spread and the truth behind the 1968 report that left fans in disbelief!
Mel Blanc once called the original Woody Woodpecker ugly, and yeah, we sort of agree He's everyone's favorite little cartoon freak.
James Arness was honest about the problems that came with playing Marshal Matt Dillon Heavy is the head that wears the cowboy hat.
Why John Astin replaced Frank Gorshin as The Riddler on Batman In 1967, Batman fans were surprised when John Astin replaced Frank Gorshin as The Riddler. Here's why Gorshin left the show, how Astin took on the iconic role, and what this casting change meant for the series.
All of these horror films feature some pretty terrifying animals — which movie scared you the most? Which of these critters makes your heart skitter?
From Batman to Family Guy: How Adam West poked fun at his own TV legacy Adam West wasn’t just Batman! From his unforgettable role as Gotham’s caped crusader to his hilarious turn as Quahog’s eccentric mayor in Family Guy, West’s career spanned genres and decades. Check out the many sides of this beloved TV legend!
James Arness quit Gunsmoke just before the series started filming — this was the phone call that convinced him to return One fateful call changed the actor's life.
This Gunsmoke producer said that the cast's loyalty to one another was what made the show so successful The secret to success? Friendship.
Can you remember what kind of animals starred in these hit films? We've got a whole zoo in this quiz!
Can’t Take Your Eyes Off This Quiz? Test your Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons knowledge! You don't have to be a meteorologist to know The Four Seasons!
Carol Burnett shrugged off bad ratings on The Carol Burnett Show When life gets you down, simply just shrug it all off. It worked for Burnett.
Adam West didn't have a super life before his superhero role in Batman This story goes to show that every hero needs an origin story.
Daily Andy Griffith Quote Quiz: ''Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.'' Hey... Who said that?!
Here’s how Batman executive producer William Dozier prepared for the series "Batman is a Gotham City boy. If you got him as far as Philadelphia, he’d be a freak," Dozier said.
Dwight Eisenhower allegedly had a thing for this classic TV star You'll never guess who old Ike had the hots for!
Bob Denver called Gilligan's Island ''low-down humor.'' The comment was high praise.
Daily Andy Griffith Quote Quiz: ''Back to Nature'' Hey... who said that?!
Can you fill in these Star Trek episode titles with the correct names? Whose brain was it? Use your brain.
Russell Johnson harbored a hatred of horses — and they hated him back One good thing about Gilligan's Island: No horses.
Patricia Blair worried that fans wouldn’t like her as Lucas McCain’s love interest on The Rifleman Not even a Western legend can outrun romance.
Are these real visitors on Gilligan's Island, or did we make them up? Can you tell the real castaways from the fake ones? Who joined the cast for an episode on Gilligan's Island?
Robert Horton on the pressures of returning to television after Wagon Train It's tough to beat perfection.
Can you name these songs about Earth? Test your knowledge with this musical quiz! Test your knowledge of Earth-themed songs— and celebrate the environment— with this fun music quiz!
Before starring in Gilligan's Island, Russell Johnson refused the role of The Professor "They called and asked if I wanted to run a test for the part of the Professor, and I said no," said Johnson.
Initial unfavorable reviews of Gilligan's Island didn't hurt the cast and crew — it encouraged them to work harder The negative press had quite the opposite effect than was intended.
Daily Andy Griffith Quote Quiz: ''Barney and Thelma Lou, Phfftt'' Hey... Who said that?!
Raymond Bailey— aka Mr. Drysdale— was the only actual ''hillbilly'' in the Beverly Hillbillies cast The story of Raymond Bailey’s incredible career before The Beverly Hillbillies — from classic films and Broadway to TV dramas like Perry Mason — and how he joined the hillbillies in the mountains!