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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

10 underseen slashers we highly recommend
You've seen Freddy and Jason. Now meet the rest.

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.

Fired by Disney — How Johnny Crawford turned Mouseketeer rejection into stardom
The actor took his craft very seriously, even as a kid.

Jean Stapleton said that her husband ''had all the qualities Archie doesn't have.''
"He is an enlightened person and smart."

Buddy Ebsen was Paul Henning's first choice to play Jed Clampett
However, Ebsen was reluctant to take the part. Here's why.

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.

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.

Here's how Abraham Lincoln inspired The Beverly Hillbillies
We'd like to think that President Lincoln would have liked Jed Clampett.

Meet David Meinz: Inside the Collection
Welcome to the wild world of vintage health fads!

Can you guess the horror movies by the child actors that starred in them?
Do you know these killer kids?

George A. Romero: ''My zombie films don't have to be about zombies.''
"My stuff is my stuff. Take it or leave it."

Did George Romero direct these movies, or was it someone else?
Can you tell him apart from other filmmakers?

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."

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.

Can you match these Paul McCartney lyrics to the correct song title?
Careful, losing this quiz means that an angel loses its WINGS!

All-New Daily Andy Griffith Quiz: ''Ellie Comes to Town''
Brand new questions! Same ol' Andy!

The Love Boat gave Bernie Kopell an unexpected romantic image
He was the underdog of romance until he became the type everyone wanted.

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.

You'll need a lot of braaaiiinsss to tell us which of these zombie films reigns supreme!
Don't lose your head!

Feel the burn: How well do you remember these celebrity workout tapes?
Get ready to sweat!

Why Mel Brooks felt it was ''dangerous'' to work with Harvey Korman
Korman could crack anybody.

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.

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.