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Lauren Tewes on the similarities between herself and her character on The Love Boat
"There's a lot of me in her, but there's really none of her in me."
June 27, 2025, 4:20PM
Kids used to chase Ken Osmond home because he played Eddie Haskell on Leave It to Beaver
"You're looking for a catch in everything."
June 27, 2025, 3:33PM
Klinger's dresses on M*A*S*H almost became a new trend
Cpl. Klinger became a 4077th trendsetter and with the way he could pull off a dress, we could see why.
June 27, 2025, 3:17PM
Burt Ward was only able to understand the impact of Batman after the series had been canceled
"The interesting thing about the show was that I really did more with the character and met more people after it was over."
June 27, 2025, 2:33PM
Burt Ward said that the ending of Batman was a relief
"Adam and I used to say that we put on our tights to put on the world," said the actor.
June 27, 2025, 1:27PM
Sally Struthers had a crush on Rob Reiner during filming of All in the Family
Were sparks flying off-camera?
June 27, 2025, 1:03PM
This was Jill Whelan's real opinion on her on-screen father, Gavin MacLeod.
"It's a great show to work on," said Whelan.
June 27, 2025, 12:55PM
Rod Serling hated working as a film screenwriter
Serling preferred to work in television.
June 27, 2025, 11:15AM
Lucille Ball reveals the comedy legend who taught her everything... And it’s not who you think!
Discover how Lucille Ball drew comedic inspiration from a silent film legend. From props to timing, learn how his influence helped shape one of television’s greatest icons.
June 27, 2025, 10:51AM
Beaver Without Borders: Why Leave It to Beaver was a huge hit in Hawaii
Discover how Leave It to Beaver crossed cultural boundaries and connected audiences worldwide through timeless, universal storytelling themes.
June 26, 2025, 3:56PM
Jill Whelan on the realities of growing up on television
"In every situation, in everything I do, each decision must be the right one," said the actor.
June 26, 2025, 2:53PM
Max Baer Jr. had to refuse a guest spot on this popular sitcom because of his commitment to The Beverly Hillbillies
Creator Paul Henning said that the guest spot would have "destroyed" Baer's believability as Jethro.
June 26, 2025, 1:42PM
Lauren Tewes credited her Love Boat co-stars with helping her adjust to The Love Boat
"I'm surrounded by a wonderful professional cast," said the actor.
June 26, 2025, 11:53AM
R.I.P. Bobby Sherman, teen idol and ''Here Come the Brides'' actor
He traded a career with screaming fans and glossy magazine covers for one as an EMT and a CPR instructor. The actor, singer, and paramedic was 81 years old.
June 26, 2025, 11:18AM
This was why Rod Serling said it was difficult to define The Twilight Zone
"It's difficult to give a genetic classification, a single definition of the series," said The Twilight Zone creator.
June 26, 2025, 10:46AM
Creator Paul Henning's mother had this hilarious response after watching the pilot for The Beverly Hillbillies
One thing you can count on a mom for is the truth, even if you don't want to hear it.
June 26, 2025, 9:12AM
Steve McQueen’s fight to make Josh Randall ''real rank''
Before he was the King of Cool, Steve McQueen starred in Wanted Dead or Alive. Discover how he fought to make his TV role grittier, darker, and unforgettable.
June 26, 2025, 12:00AM
Get wild with Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom, coming to MeTV!
Catch classic wildlife programming hosted by Marlin Perkins, Jim Fowler and Peter Gros on MeTV Sunday mornings starting July 6.
June 25, 2025, 9:00AM
Holy polyester, Batman! Why Burt Ward was never embarrassed in the costume— even in his later days!
The actor depended on appearances to make a living.
June 25, 2025, 12:00AM
10 underseen slashers we highly recommend
You've seen Freddy and Jason. Now meet the rest.
June 24, 2025, 3:10PM
Before he appeared on Gunsmoke as Thad Greenwood, Roger Ewing was a superfan of the television series
"I watched it every Saturday night," said Ewing.
June 24, 2025, 11:35AM
Fired by Disney — How Johnny Crawford turned Mouseketeer rejection into stardom
The actor took his craft very seriously, even as a kid.
June 24, 2025, 10:00AM
Jean Stapleton said that her husband ''had all the qualities Archie doesn't have.''
"He is an enlightened person and smart."
June 24, 2025, 9:45AM
Buddy Ebsen was Paul Henning's first choice to play Jed Clampett
However, Ebsen was reluctant to take the part. Here's why.
June 23, 2025, 3:13PM
Carroll O'Connor argued that Archie Bunker taught viewers to be more open-minded
"They see a racist in the character of Archie Bunker," said O'Connor. "They also see the burden Archie Bunker places upon himself and his like.
June 23, 2025, 2:10PM
The secret to the success of Barnaby Jones: lots of action, without a lot of violence
This was the recipe for the show's success.
June 23, 2025, 1:44PM
Here's how Abraham Lincoln inspired The Beverly Hillbillies
We'd like to think that President Lincoln would have liked Jed Clampett.
June 23, 2025, 11:56AM
Meet David Meinz: Inside the Collection
Welcome to the wild world of vintage health fads!
June 22, 2025, 8:00PM
George A. Romero: ''My zombie films don't have to be about zombies.''
"My stuff is my stuff. Take it or leave it."
June 20, 2025, 4:00PM
The original Day of the Dead ending that nobody knows about
With no room in hell, how would the dead stop walking the earth?
June 20, 2025, 2:30PM
After years of stunt work, acting gave Frank McGrath the financial security he had hoped for
"Only another man my age can tell you what a relief it is to see old age coming without having to depend on your kids for support."
June 20, 2025, 1:51PM
The Waltons saved Ralph Waite from a dark place during the first season
Ralph Waite learned many life lessons through Earl Hamner Jr.'s writing on the series.
June 20, 2025, 11:04AM
The Love Boat gave Bernie Kopell an unexpected romantic image
He was the underdog of romance until he became the type everyone wanted.
June 20, 2025, 10:00AM
The original draft of Village of the Damned was very different from the final cut
Director Wolf Rilla discussed the changes he made to the script that would become one of the most iconic horror movies of all time.
June 20, 2025, 9:49AM
You've never heard these country albums, but they're classic gold!
Not even the biggest music fans have listened to all of these!
June 18, 2025, 1:25PM
Why Mel Brooks felt it was ''dangerous'' to work with Harvey Korman
Korman could crack anybody.
June 18, 2025, 1:15PM
Weekend at Willy's: Rod Serling brought this terrifying Twilight Zone prop home to his family
This might be the one Twilight Zone prop you wouldn't want to keep.
June 18, 2025, 10:43AM
Frank McGrath said that his Wagon Train co-star Ward Bond ''made me what I am today''
"Becoming an actor was more than just a starry-eyed dream," said the actor.
June 18, 2025, 10:24AM
This terrifying special effect in Village of the Damned was what convinced the studio to produce the film
As if these kids couldn't get any creepier.
June 17, 2025, 3:28PM
Ken Curtis had this clever trick to keep Festus looking filthy on Gunsmoke
A little effort went a long way in building an authentic wardrobe for a well-worn character.
June 17, 2025, 2:30PM
Buddy Ebsen said that he enjoyed everything about The Beverly Hillbillies
However, the actor said he was glad that his next project, Barnaby Jones, was a stark contrast to the comedy.
June 17, 2025, 1:55PM
28 Years Later: 5 underrated zombie movies to watch before you hit the cinema!
Have you seen these creature features yet?
June 17, 2025, 1:28PM
George Romero's favorite film in his Living Dead series was Day of the Dead
Here's the surprising reason why Romero loved the 1985 film.
June 17, 2025, 11:30AM
George Romero discusses his unexpected influences, and how they affected ''Night of the Living Dead''
The father of modern zombie movies on where it's all from!
June 17, 2025, 9:57AM
Andy Griffith felt that Andy Taylor’s strength came from being relatable
Andy Taylor was "just a regular guy," and that was his greatest appeal.
June 16, 2025, 4:44PM
Director Wolf Rilla described what it was like working with all those creepy kids in Village of the Damned
Surprisingly, it was pretty fun!
June 16, 2025, 3:21PM
Gunsmoke's Ken Curtis on the importance of making people laugh
A little humor can go a long way in the Western world!
June 16, 2025, 2:36PM
Wolf Rilla: ''Directing as a profession leaves a lot to be desired.''
The director discussed his experience shooting the 1960 film, Village of the Damned.
June 16, 2025, 2:21PM
Guy Williams from ''Lost in Space'' had this to say about starring in ''Zorro''
Here's how the masked man felt about the show's legacy
June 16, 2025, 10:57AM
Kami Cotler on the difference between her and Elizabeth Walton
"I wouldn't do a lot of things she does."
June 16, 2025, 10:09AM