MeTV Highlights: December 29-January 4

If your idea of closing out the year means watching some familiar faces, MeTV has a great lineup for you this week as we move from December into January. We picked out a few of the classic shows you know and love, many featuring some iconic guest stars. Check out the list and then download the full schedule below.

Monday, December 29

9:00pm, Hogan’s Heroes, “Rockets Or Romance” (Season 6, Episode 24)

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MeTV closes out Hogan’s Heroes with its series finale tonight. During the final episode, Hogan becomes the partner of a beautiful underground agent as he and his men team up with the resistance to destroy a guided missile battery. After six seasons of clever schemes inside Stalag 13, this final mission feels like a proper goodbye.

Tuesday, December 30

7:00pm, The Andy Griffith Show, “Divorce, Mountain Style” (Season 4, Episode 25)

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This fan-favorite episode takes Andy far from Mayberry and into the hills, with a memorable guest appearance by Bob Denver as Dud Wash. Andy finds himself tangled in a baffling mountain divorce ritual that somehow leaves him as the unexpected object of Charlene Darling’s affection. Denver’s wide-eyed performance adds to the fun.

Wednesday, December 31

2:00pm, The Rifleman, “The Sister” (Season 1, Episode 9)

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This early Rifleman episode features a guest appearance by Dan Blocker in a story built around innocence and hope. Rebecca Snipe returns to North Fork after a long absence, immediately catching young Mark McCain’s attention. Convinced he knows exactly what is needed, Mark decides to play matchmaker between Rebecca and his father, Lucas.

Thursday, January 1

10:00pm, The Carol Burnett Show (Season 2, Episode 21)

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New Year’s night brings one of sketch comedy’s most legendary moments with the unforgettable “Dentist” sketch. Tim Conway is amazing in the sketch, famously leaving Harvey Korman struggling to hold it together. The episode also features Ethel Merman as a Broadway star, while Carol Burnett plays a jealous understudy determined to steal the spotlight. It’s a perfect way to ring in the New Year!

Friday, January 2

7:30pm, The Andy Griffith Show, “Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.” (Season 4, Episode 32)

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This episode serves as the backdoor pilot for Gomer’s spin-off series. Gomer arrives at the courthouse with an announcement that surprises everyone, he has decided to join the Marines as a test of his manhood. The episode sets the stage for Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C., making it essential viewing for longtime fans.

Saturday, January 3

9:30pm, Batman, “Hizzoner The Penguin” (Season 2, Episode 17)

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Politics get ridiculous when the Penguin decides to run for mayor of Gotham City. After a string of carefully staged heroic acts, the villain wins over the public and launches a full campaign. Batman realizes the only way to stop him is to enter the race himself, leading to a a showdown.

Sunday, January 4

1:00pm, Charlie’s Angels, “Hellride” (Season 1, Episode 1)

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The week wraps up with the pilot episode that launched one of the most iconic crime dramas of the ’70s. Sabrina goes undercover as a race car driver while Kelly, Jill and Bosley assume disguises to investigate the mysterious death of a female driver who died in a fiery crash. What starts as a racetrack mystery quickly uncovers a conspiracy.

Get the full MeTV schedule for this week here!

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