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MeTV, the beloved network known for bringing classic television to modern audiences, is expanding its repertoire with the launch of a brand new channel: MeTV Toons. Set to go live on June 25th, MeTV Toons promises to be a haven for fans of vintage animated series, capturing the magic and nostalgia of Saturday morning cartoons. … Read more
Dabney Coleman, the versatile actor known for his portrayals of sharp-tongued and often irascible characters in film and television, passed away on May 16, 2024 at the age of 92. Coleman’s prolific career spanned over six decades, with memorable performances across both comedic and dramatic roles. Born Dabney Wharton Coleman on January 3, 1932, in … Read more
For one of the Christmas episodes, the plot has Blanche putting together a calendar for Dorothy, Rose, and Sophia with photos of the men of her boudoir. As a practical joke, the crew put together some very special prop calendars for rehearsal and the results were hilarious. Watch the practical joke below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdLjx6DNRJ0
For decades, the Warner Bros. Ranch in Burbank, California, has been a cornerstone of Hollywood history, serving as the backdrop for some of the most iconic television shows in American entertainment. However, the historic ranch, which has played host to beloved series like “Bewitched,” “I Dream of Jeannie,” “Gidget,” “The Partridge Family,” and “The Waltons,” … Read more
Television lovers, rejoice! MeTV+ was rolled out to a small number markets, making it inaccessible to the majority of the US. But now, the beloved MeTV+ channel has found a new home in the heartwarming lineup of FrndlyTV, and it’s bringing even more classic content and family-friendly entertainment to your screens starting October 4th, 2023. … Read more
A question we often get is how to stream MeTV live? Many areas still don’t have MeTV yet. Some areas recently lost MeTV channels. In cases like ours, we live next to a hill and antenna reception for our local MeTV affiliate isn’t great. Fortunately, Weigel Broadcasting, the parent company of MeTV, recently made a … Read more
Three’s Company debuted as a mid-season replacement on March 15, 1977. It ended up running for 8 seasons. Let’s take a look at some facts about the show that you might not know… If you’d prefer to see this article in video format, just click play on the video below. If not, just scroll down … Read more
Gunsmoke is arguably the most popular tv western in history. The show ran for an unheard of 20 years and 635 episodes in prime time, a record which stood until 2018 when The Simpsons surpassed it. Let’s take a look at some amazing facts about the series. If you would prefer an audiovisual presentation of … Read more