1. "Gunsmoke"
   "Family Ties"
2. "The Wonder Years"
   "M*A*S*H"

Directed by Norman Macdonnell, "Gunsmoke" is an American drama series that played on both television and radio. From 1952 to 1961, it aired over the radio; the television series ran from 1955 to 1975.

1. "The Golden Girls"
   "Magnum, P.I."
2. "I Love Lucy"
   "Cheers"

"I Love Lucy" starred Lucille Ball and her real-life husband, Desi Arnaz. It ran from 1951 to 1957 and is highly regarded as one of the United States' most-watched sitcoms in four of its six seasons. And the show lived on in syndication, where millions of people were introduced to it long after the 1950s were over!

1. "Moonlighting"
   "Dragnet"
2. "Taxi"
   "The A-Team"

This 1950s television show stars its producer, John Randolph Webb, also known as Jack Webb. He plays the role of Sergeant Joe Friday who investigates crimes in the city of Los Angeles.

1. "Hill Street Blues"
   "Night Court"
2. "The Woody Woodpecker Show"
   "The Golden Girls"

This animated series first aired on the American Broadcasting Company on October 3, 1957. It takes viewers on the adventures of Woody and his friends.

1. "Married... with Children"
   "Magnum, P.I."
2. "The Wonder Years"
   "Bonanza"

With 14 seasons under its belt, Bonanza is the National Broadcasting Company's longest-running show in the western genre. The series follows the life and adventures of Ben Cartwright and his three sons who live on the Ponderosa ranch. The story takes place in the 1860s.

1. "The Mickey Mouse Club"
   "M*A*S*H"
2. "Miami Vice"
   "The Dukes of Hazzard"

"The Mickey Mouse Club" is a 1950s television show which was created by Walt Disney. The show ran on and off from 1955 to 1996. In 2017, it was revived on social media. The original show featured Mickey and his pals playing around the Clubhouse. It included real-life characters, many of whose names are very recognizable, such as Justin Timberlake, Ryan Gosling, Britney Spears, ​and Christina Aguilera, to name a few.

1. "The Yogi Bear Show"
   "The Bob Newhart Show"
2. "Family Ties"
   "Cheers"

In 1958, "The Yogi Bear Show" began as a supporting character on another show before gaining his own show in 1961. Sponsored by Kellogg's, "The Yogi Bear Show" was centered on Yogi's home, the fictitious Jellystone Park.

1. "Night Court"
   "The Golden Girls"
2. "Magnum, P.I."
   "Lassie"

"Lassie" is a series about a courageous and smart collie. The show premiered in 1954. Its 591 episodes during 18 seasons made "Lassie" the United States' fifth-longest-running prime time television show.

1. "Hill Street Blues"
   "Rawhide"
2. "Moonlighting"
   "Taxi"

The classic American western series, "Rawhide," starred Clint Eastwood as Rowdy Yates. The show premiered on January 9, 1959, and ran a total of 217 episodes over eight seasons.

1. "The Wonder Years"
   "Married... with Children"
2. "Leave it to Beaver"
   "The A-Team"

"Leave It to Beaver" began in 1957 and ran for six seasons for a total of 234 episodes. The sitcom is about the life of a curious boy named Theodore "The Beaver" Cleaver, his older brother, Wally, and their straight-laced parents, June and Ward Cleaver.

1. "M*A*S*H"
   "Night Court"
2. "Felix the Cat"
   "The Golden Girls"

Created by Pat Sullivan and Otto Messmer, "Felix the Cat" is a cartoon which was released in 1958. The show stars a black cat with white eyes and black body. He was a wonderful cat indeed, complete with a catchy theme song that wouldn't let go once it got stuck in one's head!

1. "Knight Rider"
   "Cheers"
2. "The Twilight Zone"
   "Magnum, P.I."

"The Twilight Zone" is a 1959 television series created by Rod Serling. The episodes are based on a mixture of comedy, drama, fantasy, science-fiction and superstitious events.

1. "Miami Vice"
   "Family Ties"
2. "The Dukes of Hazzard"
   "The Honeymooners"

"The Honeymooners" features the life of Ralph Kramden, a New York City bus driver, his wife, Alice, and their best friends, the Nortons. The theme song for the show is "You're My Greatest Love" by program creator, Jackie Gleason. And who could forget Ralph's classic line, "To the moon, Alice!" (Today that line would not be considered comedy.)

1. "Taxi"
   "Hill Street Blues"
2. "The Lone Ranger"
   "The Wonder Years"

Over its five seasons and 221 episodes, "The Lone Ranger" was the story about the only survivor of a Texas Rangers massacre. He wore a mask and defended the helpless.

1. "Moonlighting"
   "Bozo: The World's Most Famous Clown"
2. "M*A*S*H"
   "The Golden Girls"

This animated series takes viewers on the adventures of Bozo and his close associate, Butch. It is in accordance with Capital Records' children's book series, "Bozo the Clown."

1. "I Married Joan"
   "Night Court"
2. "Magnum, P.I."
   "Newhart"

The sitcom. "I Married Joan" is a comedy based on Joan and Bradley Stevens, a married couple. Joan as a bit of an airhead. Her husband was a respected judge. As you can imagine, comedy ensued. The show was produced by Joan Davis and first aired in October 1952.

1. "L. A. Law"
   "Knight Rider"
2. "The Gumby Show"
   "Married... with Children"

"The Gumby Show" stars a clay humanoid named Gumby. This animation franchise became a cultural icon and inspiration for children worldwide since its premiere in 1955.

1. "Father Knows Best"
   "Cheers"
2. "Hill Street Blues"
   "The A-Team"

Written by Paul West, Roswell Rogers and Dorothy Cooper, the first episode of "Father Knows Best" was released in October 1954. In its six seasons, the show received numerous awards.

1. "The Wonder Years"
   "Family Ties"
2. "M*A*S*H"
   "The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet"

The sitcom is based on the real life of married couple Ozzie and Harriet Nelson and their sons. During its 14 seasons, "The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet" aired 435 episodes.

1. "Miami Vice"
   "The Ruff and Reddy Show"
2. "The Golden Girls"
   "Magnum, P.I."

This animated television show features an intelligent cat named Ruff and a dull-witted dog called Reddy. "The Ruff and Reddy" show aired for three seasons.

1. "Taxi"
   "Night Court"
2. "Moonlighting"
   "Have Gun - Will Travel"

"Have Gun - Will Travel" television series played from 1957 until its last episode in 1963. It was ... you guessed it ... a western.

1. "The Dukes of Hazzard"
   "The Bob Newhart Show"
2. "Hill Street Blues"
   "Winky Dink and You"

"Winky Dink and You" was a television series which played on the Columbia Broadcasting System network, starting in1953. It was produced by Ed Wyckoff and Harry Prichett Sr.

1. "Alfred Hitchcock Presents"
   "Cheers"
2. "The Wonder Years"
   "The A-Team"

"Alfred Hitchcock Presents" was produced and presented by Alfred Hitchcock. The series played on both Columbia Broadcasting System and the National Broadcasting System. It featured classic Hitchcock fare on the small screen.

1. "The Golden Girls"
   "Family Ties"
2. "The Danny Thomas Show"
   "Married... with Children"

"The Danny Thomas Show" took the audience on the life journey of Danny Williams, his career and his family. The show also had another name. Do you recall what it was?

1. "M*A*S*H"
   "Magnum, P.I."
2. "Make Room For Daddy"
   "Night Court"

"Make Room For Daddy" was released in 1953 and starred Danny Thomas as Danny Williams. It was the name given to the first three seasons of "The Danny Thomas Show."

1. "Taxi"
   "Moonlighting"
2. "The Mighty Mouse Playhouse"
   "Knight Rider"

"The Mighty Mouse Playhouse" was a popular children's animated television series. It aired for 11 years, from 1955 to 1966.

1. "Perry Mason"
   "Hill Street Blues"
2. "Newhart"
   "The Wonder Years"

"Perry Mason" is a drama series that dealt with the courtroom drama of murder trials. This fictitious titular character, who is a defense lawyer, was played by Raymond Burr.

1. "Miami Vice"
   "The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis"
2. "The Dukes of Hazzard"
   "L. A. Law"

"The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis" stars Dwayne Hickman as Dobie Gillis, a teen boy who desires beautiful women, money and cars. It premiered in September 1959.

1. "Taxi"
   "The Golden Girls"
2. "The Ed Sullivan Show"
   "Cheers"

"The Ed Sullivan Show" had a 23-year run, making it the longest variety show on television. It premiered on June 20, 1948. On Feb. 9, 1964, the show introduced America to the Beatles.

1. "Family Ties"
   "Magnum, P.I."
2. "Night Court"
   "The Adventures of Paddy the Pelican"

This animated series aired for only one month. It began on September 11, 1950, and ended on October 13, 1950. It is featured on a list of the worst cartoons ever!

1. "M*A*S*H"
   "The Red Skeleton Show"
2. "The Wonder Years"
   "Moonlighting"

This variety show premiered in 1951. It earned numerous awards, including the 1961 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series.

1. "The A-Team"
   "The Huckleberry Hound Show"
2. "Married... with Children"
   "Miami Vice"

"The Huckleberry Hound Show" was the second series designed for television by creators Joseph Barbera and William Hanna. It featured a blue-skinned dog with a Southern accent.

1. "Wagon Train"
   "Newhart"
2. "Hill Street Blues"
   "Moonlighting"

This 1950s Western television show gives the narratives of the expedition of a wagon train from Missouri to California. It takes viewers on the journey across deserts, plains and the Rocky Mountain range.

1. "M*A*S*H"
   "The Golden Girls"
2. "Night Court"
   "Captain Kangaroo"

Created by Bob Keeshan, "Captain Kangaroo" was a well-known children series. It ran from 1955 to 1984 with the release of a newer version in 1993.

1. "Magnum, P.I."
   "Family Ties"
2. "Maverick"
   "Cheers"

This Western comedy series aired 124 episodes over the span of its five seasons. The character of Bret Maverick, who was a Texas poker player, was portrayed by the late James Garner.