1950s

THE ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN, George Reeves, Phyllis Coates, (1952-1953), 1952-1958

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.

TALES OF WELLS FARGO, Dale Robertson, on-set, 1957-62

5 Things You Never Knew About ‘Tales of Wells Fargo,’ the Classic Western TV Series

Do you remember this show starring Dale Robertson?

PERRY MASON, Raymond Burr, 1957-1966.

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 Francis Bavier split graphic image

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.

Ruby Dee Graphic

5 Things You Never Knew About Ruby Dee

Shemakes her debut on TCM’s Summer Under The Stars today.

BONANZA, Bonnie Bedelia, Michael Landon, Season 14, 1972. 1959-73

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.

Robert Mitchum, 1940s

Remembering Robert Mitchum, Star of ‘Night of Hunter’ and ‘Cape Fear’

The acclaimed actor was born 108 years ago today.

Classic TV Trivia Bonanza image

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, 1960s.

Jane Morgan Weintraub, ’50s Singer and Wife of Jerry Weintraub, Dies at 101

You might remember her hit song “Fascination.”

BONANZA, Michael Landon, Lorne Greene, Dan Blocker, 1959-1973

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.

RAWHIDE, (from left): Clint Eastwood, Eric Fleming, 1959-66

Remembering Eric Fleming, ‘Rawhide’s Own Gil Favor

He overcame a bad childhood, and remained a good guy to the end.

ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW, Andy Griffith, Don Knotts, Ron Howard, 1960-68

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.

The Lone Ranger from left: Clayton Moore, Jay Silverheels, 1949-57

7 Things You May Not Know About ‘The Lone Ranger’

Clayton Moore may have left the character, but the character never left him.

Svengoolie

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 2019 with War of the Worlds poster art

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.

Lorne Green on Little House set composite image

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?

Movie anniversaries in August poster collage

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.

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, (from left): Hugh Beaumont, Barbara Billingsley, Jerry Mathers, Tony Dow, (1963), 1957-63.

FETV Celebrates Back to School With ‘Leave It To Beaver’ Marathon

Get ready for fall with your favorite little troublemaker on Sunday, August 3.

THE RIFLEMAN, Johnny Crawford, Chuck Connors, (Feb 1959), 1958-1962.

6 Things You Never Knew About ‘The Rifleman’

Chuck Connors portrayed TV’s first single parent — and real parents wrote to him for advice!

DEATH VALLEY DAYS, Ronald Reagan, 'Tribute To a Dog,' (Season 13, Episode 9, aired December 24, 1964), 1952-1975

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.

MISTER ROBERTS, William Powell, Henry Fonda, 1955

Which Iconic Henry Fonda Role Made Him Miserable?

The actor said that he “hated the picture.”

Paul Anka 1950s Graphic

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?

Marilyn Monroe JFK

Mamie Van Doren Claims Infamous Marilyn Monroe & JFK Affair Was Just a One-Night Stand

“She just couldn’t stand rejection anymore.”

Gunsmoke Cast composite image

See Rare Behind-The-Scenes Photos From ‘Gunsmoke’

Check out the on-set antics on one of TV’s most beloved Westerns.

Jack Cassidy HE & SHE, Jack Cassidy, (Jun 1967), 1967-68.

Remembering David Cassidy’s Dad, Jack Cassidy

Do you remember his three appearances in ‘Columbo?’

GUNSMOKE, Milburn Stone, 1955-75

Remembering Milburn Stone, Doc from ‘Gunsmoke’

He spent decades in the film industry before he took up his post in Dodge City.

JAMES ARNESS, GUNSMOKE

What Happened When ‘Gunsmoke’ Star James Arness Nearly Died While Promoting the Show

A promotional event at a rodeo turned dangerous for the actor.

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, Tony Dow, 1957-63 (ca. 1960 photo by Gene Trindl)

5 Things You Never Knew About ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Tony Dow

He had a very interesting career … and so did his mother.

Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis composite image

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!

GUNSMOKE, Glenn Strange, 1955-75 (1972 photo)

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.