1970s Classic Television On DVD Bring Variety Stars Like Sonny And Cher Back To Fans
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1970s Classic TV: Bringing Sonny and Cher Back to Fans on DVD
Reviving Classic Television for New Generations
Picture a family gathered around the sole TV in their home, dad clutching the remote?"affectionately called "the clicker." This remote, with only two functions, can switch the TV on and off and change between a mere seven or eight channels. Imagine what they're watching. Could it be one of the beloved classic TV shows from the 1970s?
The Era of Limited Television
In the 1970s, most households had just one or maybe two TVs, with the second often tucked away in the parents' room for watching shows like Maude or Soap?"programs the kids weren't yet allowed to see. Some sets still displayed these shows in black and white.
Why Families Were Hooked
What kept families tuned to these limited-channel televisions? The captivating variety of 1970s classics. Comedy lovers enjoyed unforgettable sitcoms such as Happy Days and its spin-off, Laverne and Shirley. Happy Days also introduced Robin Williams, who later starred in Mork and Mindy.
Other popular sitcoms included:
- The Partridge Family, featuring teen idol David Cassidy
- Welcome Back, Kotter, where John Travolta first gained fame
- One Day at a Time
- Chico and the Man
- The Odd Couple
- Good Times
- WKRP in Cincinnati
- What's Happening!!
- Three's Company
- The Jeffersons
Comedies with a Conscience
For those with older children, shows like All in the Family, Maude, Barney Miller, and MASH* addressed social issues with poignant humor.
The Variety Show Extravaganza
Families also enjoyed variety shows like The Donny and Marie Show and The Sonny and Cher Show, featuring music, comedy sketches, and star-studded appearances. The Carol Burnett Show showcased some of the era's funniest comedians, while The Muppet Show blended Jim Henson's creations with celebrity guests.
Heartwarming Dramas
One-hour family dramas included classics like Eight is Enough, Little House on the Prairie, and The Waltons, drawing families together each week.
Action and Crime-Fighting Thrills
The 1970s also had room for action-packed crime-fighting shows. Audiences learned about bionics with The Six Million Dollar Man and its spin-off The Bionic Woman. Families tuned in to watch Lee Majors and Jamie Sommers use their enhanced abilities. CHiPs provided a glimpse into the lives of California Highway Patrol officers, while Starsky and Hutch and B.J. and the Bear delivered thrilling chases and adventures.
Unforgettable Destinations
Two other beloved shows?"The Love Boat and Fantasy Island?"defied genre classification. They welcomed stars of the past and present as guest appearances. For years, families stayed home on Saturday nights to see who would disembark the plane on the island or join Julie the Cruise Director's guest list.
Bringing Classics to the Present
Today, many households have numerous TVs with hundreds of channels, yet there often seems to be little that the entire family can enjoy together. Fortunately, many 1970s classics are now available on DVD. Why not pick up a classic TV show for family night instead of the usual movie?
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By revisiting these cherished shows, families can enjoy timeless entertainment that stands the test of time.
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