Television Archives : The Retro Network

All the Rivers Run – The Timeless Flow of Australian Romance

When American TV networks of the early ‘80s kept the viewers chilled and thrilled with action, sci-fi, and adventure shows (The Fall Guy, Knight Rider, V, etc), TV in Australia rekindled the nostalgic craving for

Disney Plus Ends Plans for Live Action Gargoyles Series

Walter King

A planned live action Gargoyles reboot for Disney Plus has been scrapped, though a new animated project may still be quietly taking shape.

When the Wizard of Oz Was An Annual Event

Mickey Yarber

Before streaming, The Wizard of Oz wasn’t just a movie. It was a yearly event, a night when every kid gathered around the TV and stepped into Oz together.

MeTV to Honor Dolly Parton With Special Programming Today

Walter King

MeTV will honor Dolly Parton with a special tribute block on August 30, featuring a documentary and a Collector’s Call episode showcasing rare Dolly memorabilia.

MeTV Celebrates the Legacy of Star Trek With Month‑Long Programming Event

Walter King

MeTV is turning September into a month‑long salute to the original Star Trek, spotlighting classic episodes, cast showcases, crossover adventures, and retrospective specials that celebrate six decades of voyages aboard the USS Enterprise.

Supermarket Sweep: When Grocery Shopping Became a Sport

Mickey Yarber

Supermarket Sweep turned grocery shopping into pure ’90s chaos, where sprinting for turkeys, giant bonuses, and overflowing carts made daytime TV feel absolutely electric.

Head of the Class: The Smartest Sitcom of the Eighties

Mickey Yarber

Head of the Class reminded us that growing up smart was still growing up, with a classroom full of gifted kids learning life’s real lessons together.

The Planet of the Apes TV Series: A Lost Gem of 1970s Sci Fi

Mickey Yarber

The Planet of the Apes TV series tried to bring the franchise’s world to prime time, creating a weekly adventure that expanded the saga even as its short run turned it into a cult favorite.

From Telethon to Television Staple: The Story of The 700 Club

Mickey Yarber

The 700 Club grew from a small fundraising broadcast into a long‑running television institution that shaped CBN, launched The Family Channel, and remained a cable fixture for decades.

Why Saved by the Bell Still Defines the 90s

Mickey Yarber

Saved by the Bell captured the bright, carefree spirit of the early 90s, turning Bayside High into a place where friendships, humor, and larger‑than‑life teen adventures made Saturday mornings feel electric.

Twin Peaks: A Town Too Weird to Forget

Mickey Yarber

A haunting small‑town mystery that blended surreal humor, supernatural dread, and unforgettable characters, Twin Peaks reshaped television by embracing the beauty of being profoundly strange.

New RoboCop Series Officially in the Works at Prime Video

Walter King

Prime Video is officially bringing RoboCop back to the screen. Amazon MGM Studios and Blumhouse Atomic Monster have confirmed an eight‑episode series based on the classic sci‑fi franchise, with original co‑creators Ed Neumeier and Michael

Cage Without a Key – Was Sidney Sheldon Inspired by It?

Ernest Dempsey

Did they do it all in the ‘70s with nothing left untouched when it came to storylines for cinema and TV? Revisiting little known or long-forgotten gems from the decade supports this impression. Even Sidney

Cheers: The Show That Made America Feel At Home

Mickey Yarber

Cheers turned a simple Boston bar into one of television’s most beloved gathering places, blending sharp humor, unforgettable characters, and a sense of community that still resonates decades later.

A League of Their Own: The Sitcom That Couldn’t Match the Movie Magic

Mickey Yarber

The Rockford Peaches made a quick jump to prime time in 1993, but their sitcom run was so short and shaky that most viewers never even knew it existed.

Nine Forgotten Detective Shows from the ’80s

Mickey Yarber

Crime dramas ruled the 1980s, yet many promising contenders vanished almost as quickly as they arrived. These forgotten shows capture the era’s energy, ambition, and the risks of chasing a hit.

Warner Bros. is Bringing Dark Shadows Back to Life for An Adult Animated Series

Walter King

Dark Shadows is rising once more, returning as an adult animated series that revisits Barnabas Collins and the eerie, gothic world that made the original a cult favorite.