Andy Griffith
The Real Reason the Original ‘Matlock’ Was Canceled After Nine Seasons
Executives wanted to focus on shows that drew in younger viewers.
Andy Griffith Thought He’d Be ‘Hot Stuff’ After Mayberry — But ‘Sat Around’ Instead
He had a tough reality check after ‘The Andy Griffith Show’ ended.
What Was ‘The New Andy Griffith Show’ and Why Was It Cancelled After Just One Season?
The comedy icon tried to recreate the magic of ‘The Andy Griffith Show’ … and failed.
How a Shakespearean Actor From the Bronx Became ‘The Andy Griffith Show’s Ernest T. Bass
The show’s famous country wild man was actually a serious director.
Here’s Why Andy Griffith Fired Betty Lynn From ‘Matlock’
She and Griffith had a great working relationship … but that all changed on the set of his hit legal drama.
Do You Remember ‘The Andy Griffith Show’ Fun Girls, Skippy and Daphne?
These party girls from Mount Pilot made trouble for Andy and Barney!
What Were Andy Griffith’s Last Words to Don Knotts?
The best friends and frequent collaborators were together one final time.
Do You Remember Andy Griffith’s Shocking Final Film Role?
He ended his career with a raunchy character who was a far cry from Andy Taylor.
This Is the Saddest Episode of ‘The Andy Griffith Show’ Ever
The 20th reunion for Mayberry’s class of 1948 contained more than its share of surprises.
Ron Howard Reveals Andy Griffith Was ‘Annoyed the Media Didn’t Embrace’ ‘The Andy Griffith Show’
“‘How long do we have to be in the top ten for them to understand why this show works?’”
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.
Who Are Andy Griffith’s Children?
One continues to keep the memory of Mayberry alive.
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.
‘Andy Griffith Show’ Star Elinor Donohue Finally Reveals Whether She Was Fired From the Show
Classic TV fans have long wondered why the actress vanished from the show … and whether there was truth to rumors that she feuded with Griffith.
Here’s What Ron Howard Really Thought of Andy Griffith
How did one of TV’s most famous fictional families feel about each other in real life?
Do You Remember These Famous ‘Andy Griffith Show’ Guest Stars?
Which three-time Academy Award winner once played a confused young father in Mayberry?
Whatever Happened to Richard Kline – Larry Dallas from ‘Three’s Company?
Jack Tripper’s TV best friend may be singing on a stage near you.
The Best Musical Moments From ‘The Andy Griffith Show’
Do you recall “Mayberry, My Hometown,” and the Darling Family’s “Boil Them Cabbage Down”?
See Rare Behind-the-Scenes Photos From ‘The Andy Griffith Show’
Enjoy these cherished on-set moments.
What Happened on the Last Episode of ‘The Andy Griffith Show’?
The episode took an unusual turn.
What Happened on the Final Episode of the Original ‘Matlock’?
The series aired its finale … and then there were four more episodes.
Why Did Miss Peggy Disappear from ‘The Andy Griffith Show’?
The big-hearted nurse seemed like such a good match for Sheriff Andy Taylor.
Who Was the Best Girlfriend on ‘The Andy Griffith Show’? Vote for Your Favorite!
Who was Andy’s best match?
‘Matlock’ Star Kathy Bates Reveals She Hasn’t Seen Andy Griffith Version: ‘I Didn’t Watch It’
The new series was initially planned as a direct sequel to the original show.
Fathers’s Day Is Coming: Vote for Your Favorite Classic TV Dad!
Plus: We count down 15 of our favorite dads through the decades.
What Was Andy Griffith’s First Movie Role?
Before he was enforcing law and order in Mayberry, he starred in a dark social satire.
Who Were Andy Griffith’s Wives?
The star was married three times.
Why Ellie Walker Vanished From ‘The Andy Griffith Show’
The actress had a difficult time in Mayberry.
6 Facts About the Original ‘Matlock,’ May They Please the Court
Why did Andy Griffith’s TV lawyer have such a thing for hot dogs?
How ‘Mayberry R.F.D.’ Spun Off From ‘The Andy Griffith Show’
Take a walk down memory lane with the first-ever episode of ‘Mayberry R.F.D.’ on MeTV.