1950s

Here’s Why Phyllis Coates Walked Away From TV’s ‘The Adventures of Superman’
She was TV’s original Lois Lane … until she wasn’t.

5 Things You Never Knew About ‘Tales of Wells Fargo,’ the Classic Western TV Series
Do you remember this show starring Dale Robertson?

Did Perry Mason Ever Lose a Case? The Truth Behind His Courtroom Defeats
Raymond Burr’s legendary TV lawyer always got his man … with a few exceptions.

Andy Griffith and Frances Bavier Feuded for Years — Except for This One Surprising Moment
The pair were often at odds, but in this moment, Griffith had Bavier’s back.

5 Things You Never Knew About Ruby Dee
Shemakes her debut on TCM’s Summer Under The Stars today.

The Cartwright Curse: Why No Woman Could Survive Loving a ‘Bonanza’ Man
From heartbreak to horse accidents, few survived the love of a Cartwright man.

Remembering Robert Mitchum, Star of ‘Night of Hunter’ and ‘Cape Fear’
The acclaimed actor was born 108 years ago today.

How Well Do You Remember the Classic TV Western ‘Bonanza’?
Take our ‘Bonanza’ quiz and find out how well you remember the show.

Jane Morgan Weintraub, ’50s Singer and Wife of Jerry Weintraub, Dies at 101
You might remember her hit song “Fascination.”

Why You Can’t Stream Every Season of ‘Bonanza’—And When That Might Change
The Cartwrights are now battling their greatest foe yet: copyright issues.

Remembering Eric Fleming, ‘Rawhide’s Own Gil Favor
He overcame a bad childhood, and remained a good guy to the end.

Why Andy Griffith Originally Wanted Nothing to Do With ‘The Andy Griffith Show’
Griffith “had not done well in the last number of years, professionally” when the show was first pitched to him.

7 Things You May Not Know About ‘The Lone Ranger’
Clayton Moore may have left the character, but the character never left him.

Svengoolie’s August Schedule Is Here to Chill Your Hot Summer Nights
Get ready for giant bugs, bloody fangs, and a reminder to never take anyone’s lucky charms.

Ann Robinson Dishes on Making ‘War of the Worlds’ & Spielberg’s Nod to Her in ‘E.T.’
Sci-fi actress Ann Robinson is one of the last living cast member of the classic 1953 film.

Here’s Why Lorne Green Was Never on ‘Little House on the Prairie’
Landon and Greene worked together for so many years — so why did Ben Cartwright never visit Walnut Grove?

Every Movie Having an Anniversary in August 2025
From ‘To Catch a Thief,’ to ‘Xanadu,’ to the original ‘Ocean’s 11,’ to ‘The Usual Suspects,’ a lot of classic films are hitting a major anniversary this month.

FETV Celebrates Back to School With ‘Leave It To Beaver’ Marathon
Get ready for fall with your favorite little troublemaker on Sunday, August 3.

6 Things You Never Knew About ‘The Rifleman’
Chuck Connors portrayed TV’s first single parent — and real parents wrote to him for advice!

8 Things You Didn’t Know About Classic Western TV Show ‘Death Valley Days’
It was the only Western series to be hosted by a future president AND Merle Haggard.

Which Iconic Henry Fonda Role Made Him Miserable?
The actor said that he “hated the picture.”

Happy Birthday Paul Anka! 7 Things You Never Knew About the ’50s Crooner
Did you know he composed one of the most famous TV theme songs of all time?

Mamie Van Doren Claims Infamous Marilyn Monroe & JFK Affair Was Just a One-Night Stand
“She just couldn’t stand rejection anymore.”

See Rare Behind-The-Scenes Photos From ‘Gunsmoke’
Check out the on-set antics on one of TV’s most beloved Westerns.

Remembering David Cassidy’s Dad, Jack Cassidy
Do you remember his three appearances in ‘Columbo?’

Remembering Milburn Stone, Doc from ‘Gunsmoke’
He spent decades in the film industry before he took up his post in Dodge City.

What Happened When ‘Gunsmoke’ Star James Arness Nearly Died While Promoting the Show
A promotional event at a rodeo turned dangerous for the actor.

5 Things You Never Knew About ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Tony Dow
He had a very interesting career … and so did his mother.

Are These Martin & Lewis Movies Real or Fake? (QUIZ)
Are these Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis film titles real? Or did we make them up? Only true fans know for sure!

Remembering Glenn Strange, Sam Noonan from ‘Gunsmoke’
He began his career in Westerns, but had a detour as a famous monster before settling in Dodge City.