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MTV Is Bringing Back 24/7 Music Videos For a Limited Time

For years, fans have begged for MTV to go back to a music video format. Well, dust off your air guitars and crank up the volume, because for one glorious week this September, MTV is

Knight Rider is Getting a 4K Ultra HD Release

Walter King

The iconic 1980s sci-fi action series Knight Rider is making a high-octane comeback. Starting July 22, 2025, fans can own Knight Rider: The Complete Series in stunning 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, marking the first time

MeTV Is Now Airing Old Episodes of Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom

Walter King

Get ready to answer the call of the wild again! Starting Sunday, July 6, 2025, MeTV is bringing back one of television’s most iconic nature series: Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom. Airing every Sunday morning

When Ernest Went to Splash Mountain

Mickey Yarber

Before the rise of influencers and viral ride-throughs, there was Ernest Goes to Splash Mountain, a gloriously goofy, half-hour TV special that aired on July 7, 1989, just days before the grand opening of Splash

Chuck E. Cheese Christmas Special Coming this Holiday Season

Walter King

Charles Entertainment Cheese, better known to millions of kids and adults as Chuck E. Cheese is getting his own animated Christmas Special, titled The Chuck E. Cheese Christmas Special The Christmas special is billed as

Earnhardt (2025): A Must Watch for Every NASCAR Fan

Pitfall Gary

When I first heard about the Dale Earnhardt documentary, simply titled Earnhardt I was interested in watching it but not sure I would. I am (or at least was) a huge fan of NASCAR. I

The Fall Guy: A Look Back at TV’s Original Stuntman Hero

Mickey Yarber

The Fall Guy delivered big stunts, Hollywood charm, and Lee Majors at his effortless best. This look back revisits the action, the cast, and the blue‑collar heroics that made the 80s series a fan‑favorite classic.

CHiPs: A Look Back at TV’s Coolest Ride

Mickey Yarber

With sun‑drenched freeways, gleaming motorcycles, and the effortless charm of Jon and Ponch, CHiPs delivered a warm, good‑natured brand of action that defined an era of television.

Buck Rogers in the 25th Century: A Look Back at TV’s Flashiest Space Adventure

Mickey Yarber

Buck Rogers brought a disco‑age swagger to sci‑fi TV, blending pulp adventure, shiny futures, and unforgettable characters into one of the most stylish space shows of the early 80s.

Battlestar Galactica: The Space Epic Born From Star Wars Fever

Mickey Yarber

Battlestar Galactica rose from a forgotten pitch to become a million‑dollar‑an‑episode spectacle, blending myth, adventure, and cinematic ambition in a way television had rarely seen.

PEE-WEE AS HIMSELF Documentary

Pitfall Gary

Pee-Wee as Himself is a 2025 documentary directed by Matt Wolf. It is “a chronicle of the life of artist and performer Paul Reubens and his alter ego Pee-wee Herman. Prior to his recent death,

Paramount+ Has Added 50 Classic Episodes of MTV Unplugged

Walter King

For music fans of a certain age, MTV Unplugged holds a special place in their hearts. With the first episode airing in 1989, the series has produced some of the most memorable live performances in

Whatever Happened to the Actual Love Boat?

Mickey Yarber

Even if you have never watched The Love Boat you know the show takes place on a ship. The iconic vessel is displayed prominently in the opening credits, serving as a backdrop to the frenzy of

MeTV Is Celebrating All Things Love With Their Valentine’s Day Marathon of Classic TV Episodes

Walter King

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, MeTV is airing a full day of classic television episodes where love is in the air. The event takes place on Sunday, February 9th, so don’t forget to tune in

The A-Team Was ’80s Action At It’s Best

Mickey Yarber

The A‑Team delivered explosive action, unforgettable characters, and pure 80s fun. This look back at the classic series revisits the missions, the mayhem, and the chemistry that made Hannibal, Face, Murdock, and B.A. television legends.

Quiz: Can You Match the High School to it’s TV Show?

The Retro Network

Test your retro knowledge and see if you can correctly match up the high schools to the television shows they were featured on!