Back in June 1944, television stations in New York City played a small role in reporting news of the invasion of Normandy during World War II. Learn more about TV and D-Day.
Television and D-Day
May 2014: The Month in Home Media
Cimarron Strip (CBS, 1967-1968) and The New Normal (NBC, 2012-2013) were among the offerings on DVD in May 2014. Also, Hulu added A Gifted Man (CBS, 2011-2012) and Life is Wild (The CW, 2007-2008).
Review: The Sixties – “Television Comes of Age”
My review of “Television Comes of Age,” the premiere episode of CNN’s new documentary series The Sixties.
WTIC-TV’s 1986 PrizeWatch Contest
During the February 1985 sweeps period, independent station WTIC-TV (Channel 61) in Connecticut ran a contest called PrizeWatch aimed at increasing its ratings. PrizeWatch gave away $61,000 in cash and prizes.
New Obscurities of the 2013-2014 Television Season
The 2013-2014 television season has come to a close. It produced quite a few new obscurities, including shows that premiered in the fall as well as in the winter or spring as mid-season replacements. What was your favorite?
New Spotlight: The Karen Valentine Show (Unsold Pilot)
ABC aired an unsold pilot called “The Karen Valentine Show” 41 years ago today. It was the first of three attempts to get a show starring Karen Valentine on the air.