Good morning, Kittens and Dawgs! How was your weekend? It’s the last week of February, folks. Where is this year going? Anywho, it’s time to dance! This week’s Spotlight Dancer is Alana from Ramblin’ with AM. Congratulations, my dear! applauds She requested “Movie and TV Theme songs” for this week mewsic line up. Now, let’s boogie.
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I invite you step on the floor with my dance partners: XmasDolly and Stacy. Our dear, Colette is taking a temporary break due to health issues so please keep her in your prayers.
In the past I covered some of my favorite Kiddie TV Shows, Adult TV Shows, Movie Theme Songs and even some of the scariest movie theme mewsic. I guess I’m gonna have to get creative with today’s pick, huh?
Cheers, aired 1982-93. Ted Danson plays Sam Malone, a skirt chaser and former Boston Red Sox relief pitcher who owners & bartender. The show centers around a group of drinking buddies fellowship filled with laughs in a local bar. The original cast of characters included Diana Chambers (Shelley Long) as a sophisticated Boston University graduate student who gets jilted at the altar leaving her without a husband, job, or money and reluctantly takes a cocktail waitress job at Cheers. She eventually gets tangled up with Malone. “Coach” Ernie Pantusso (Nicholas Colasanto) as the forgetful but lovable co-bartender and retired baseball coach. Carla Tortelli (Rhea Perlman), a sarcastically funny cocktail waitress who treats customers badly and single mom to a brood of young hooligans. Norm Peterson (George Wendt), the accountant and everyone know his name when he enter they shout, “NORM”. Cliff Clavin (John Ratzenberger), a middle-age bachelor, US mail carrier, and annoying ‘know-it-all” norotrious for uttering nonsensical trivia to his friends and lives at home
Three’s Company, aired eight seasons (1977-84) with John Ritter (Jack Tripper), Suzanne Somers (Chrissi Snow), and Joyce DeWitt (Janet Wood). The series revolved around three roommates sharing an apartment. What made this particular fun is the Three’s Company clan had to fool their landlord, Stanley Roper (Norm Fell) to allow opposite sexes to live together by telling him that Jack was gay which was the furthest thing from the truth. It was loads of giggles as the threesome tried to hide the truth from Mr. Roper.
Remington Steele, aired 1982-87 with Stephanie Zimbalist (Laura Holt) and Pierce Brosnan (Remington Steele). The basis of this comedy of a female private eye who opens a business but quickly learns it’s a man’s world still and cleverly invents a factious male partner, Remington Steele. A former thief and con man with no name (Brosnan) hijacks Holt’s make-believe partner’s identity, Remington Steele. She allows it because she can’t risk turning her new client base away but as the farce continues, love blooms. What can I say, it’s a fabulous witty sitcom which launched Brosnan’s career.
Taxi, aired 1979-83. The storyline surrounds the lives of the factious NYC Sunshine Taxi Cab service. Most of the cabbies see it as a ‘hold over’ until they hit the bankroll, except for one driver who claims his status as a cabbie, Alex Reiger (Judd Hirsch). Elaine Nardo (Merilu Henner) is a single mother working as a receptionist at an art gallery by day, Tony Banta (Tony Danza), a boxer waiting to break his long losing streak, Bobby Wheeler (Jeff Conaway) a struggling actor hoping to catch a lucky break, John Burns ( written off after first season) a college student, “Reverend Jim” Ignatowski (Christopher Lloyd) brain-fried old hippie minister learning the ropes a cabbie, Latka Gravas (Andy Kaufman) the big-eyed impressionable mechanic from an unnamed foreign country, and the grumpy dispatcher, Louie DePalma (Danny Devito) who’s not too big on dishing kind words
Bosom Buddies, aired 1980-82 with Tom Hanks and Peter Scolari. In the pilot, Kip Wilson (Hanks) and Henry Desmond (Scolari), wake to find their apartment building under demolition. The two guys transform themselves as women to find low-cost residence at the Susan B. Anthony complex tailored for only females. At first, they think the idea won’t work but Kip meets the gorgeous Sony Lument (Donna Dixon) and convinces Henry that the experience will make a great book idea, so with the help of co-worker, Amy Cassidy (Wendie Jo Sperber) who has a crush on Henry, the boys move in as under the pseudo Buffy (Hanks) and Hildegard(Scolari) finding creative ways to outwit the landlady and other girls in the building.
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Believe it or not, I never watched any of these shows. But when I saw the intro to Bosom Buddies, I started jumping up and down. A young Tom Hanks! And in drag! He’s one of my favorite actors, and I didn’t remember just how handsome he was (to me, anyway) what a looker. My poor husband had to watch me listen to the intro several times. Did I mention how much I like Tom Hanks? Well, anyway….you made my day purrfect!
Awesome choices, Cathy! All favorite shows of mine – Remington Steele was my mom’s favorite, and she got me hooked on that one, I ended up only catching the last half of the series of Three’s Company but loved it too – and the rest are all favorites! 🙂 Thanks for the fun memories and dance! 🙂
These were some great choices. We watched all but “Bosom Buddies,” which is a shame, because Holland Taylor is hilarious. She played Charlie and Alan’s mother in “Two and a Half Men” before it went off the rails. Peter Scolari was great in “Newhart.”
“Three’s Company” was an okay show that we watched anyway, because I don’t think anything else was on. Where with “Gilligan’s Island,” the question was always “Ginger or Mary Ann?” the question here was “Janet or Chrissy?” The strength of that show was John Ritter, who was a fine actor who was taken too soon.
The theme for “Taxi” is called “Angela,” by Bob James. It’s a staple of smooth jazz radio stations.
“Remington Steele” and “Moonlighting” had similar premises (detective agency run by a woman), but I liked the cast of RS much better. Specifically Stephanie Zimbalist.
“Cheers” can be broken down into “with Diane” and “without Diane.” In many respects “without” was funnier than “with,” because the whole Sam and Diane thing dominated those shows so much that the other characters became part of the scenery. After she left everyone else had a chance to develop. But that’s just me.
John,
Holland Taylor starred in “Romancing the Stone” as Kathleen Turner’s character’s editor. Do you remember? She’s a good actress and I always liked her in “Two and a Half Men”, too. Yeah, I was thinking about Peter Scolari in “Newhart” while I brought my songs together. I haven’t seen him in a lot over the years. Definitely, John Ritter was the real glue that brought “Three’s Company” together. He was always so hilarious and it is a shame that he died too soon. His death actually came as a shock to me. I loved both “Moonlighting” and “Remington Steele”. I can’t pick a favorite between these sticoms but what I think is amazing is how the male leads (Bruce Willis and Remington Steele) went on to become big box office stars whereas the women not so much. I see what you’re talking about “Cheers” with/without Diane. I never thought about it until now. As much as I enjoyed Shelley Long’s character, I think I like Kirsti Alley better on the show.
Hey Cathy.
First I have to say, I just now read your bio and I had no idea you home-schooled three children from K-12!! Wowsa! That’s quite a feat and dang impressive! You go Girl! My hat’s off to you…
Oh, one more thing: I got your comment that you left on my BOTB Results post. Sorry you missed the battle because it was actually one of my better ones I think. 🙁 You can always find my recent posts in my Sidebar on the right so you don’t have to scroll through other posts to get to the one you’re looking for…
Now on to your post: I have always been a fan of Cheers. I used to own a bar here in Austin, back in the mid-90s. It was a little neighborhood beer joint, similar to the ones I so enjoyed back home, going to with my parents as a child and then spending A LOT of time in when I became of drinking age (back then in New York it was age 18). So my bar had that “back home” feel to it and we had a cast of regulars too. In fact, one of my favorite customers was a guy we called “Norm”, simply because he was Norm from Cheers: big guy, hilarious, had “his own” bar stool at the corner of the bar and we just called him Norm. Thinking about him now, I honestly can’t remember his real name!! Isn’t that awful?? 🙂
Anyway, big fan of Cheers and the theme song.
Three’s Company was also fun and like you said, full of giggles for the viewers.
LOVED Taxi! Have always adored Judd Hirsch. A real treat was when I saw him in a Broadway play when it came to Washington DC (back when I was living there): he and Cleavon Little were the leads in “I’m Not Rappaport”. And I had fabulous seats so I was up close to the stage. It was awesome! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I%27m_Not_Rappaport
The other two I’m not familiar with. I don’t remember anything about Remington Steele. I’ll have to search that out and try to catch a few episodes. Especially interested because it launched Brosnan’s career.
And Bosom Buddies: I don’t recall ever seeing that either. Of course, 1980-82 were my first two years in college and although I certainly watched TV, I didn’t watch much of it. Had way too many other things going on: studying and partying. 🙂 The show had to be good with Tom Hanks in it. I’m a huge Tom Hanks fan. Would love to see him from way back then. (Tom Hanks shows up in my 4M post too!).
Hope you’re having a good week!
Michele at Angels Bark
Michele,
Thank you for your kind words and for taking time to read my bio. Homeschooling isn’t for the weak and I’m not talking about the work. lol You gotta really like your kids to do it. Luckily I really do like mine! It’s funny I worried for years how I would handle them leaving the nest since I was with them nearly 24/7 and I admit it was initially hard when our daughters moved out but by the time DS left I warmed to the idea of finally having some “me time” anytime and alone time with DH. I miss having them around but this is part of life. God gave them to me for a season and then it was time to let them go. I’m glad you enjoyed my song selections. I was in college the same time as you, so I do know what you mean. I was busy with studies all the time but I did manage to catch a bit of this sitcom. That’s interesting that you owed a bar and that you had regulars like “Cheers”. DD#2 wants to open a Wine Lounge or something like that someday. Not a bar but a place to experience the wine and chocolates or whatever she pairs with it. She’s a modern-day hippie if you ask me. 🙂 lol I hope you can find Remington Steele to stream. I did come across Season 1, Episode 1 on YouTube if you’d like to check it out. I don’t have Hulu but it’s possible the series is on there. Also, I found the all of season one of Bosom Buddies on YouTube.
I love all these theme songs, and the programs associated with them. Cheers & Three’s Company I must have seen every episode. Though I never did catch all the Taxi episodes, I was still kind of young when it was first on, I’ve been going back and watching them on Amazon Prime. Remington Steele I’d even like to go back and watch again. I’ve always loved TV theme songs. It’s too bad there are not too many used any more.
Jeffrey,
I don’t know that I watched all of the episodes to any of these shows when they aired. Some of these we can now stream and it would be great fun to go back through them. I will check out Amazon Prime to see which of these are available and add them to our Watch List. Thanks for stopping by, it’s been a long time. Are you back to blogging again?
I’m easing my way back into the blogging. I just needed a break for awhile. But that’s the way it goes, I can never truly give up on writing. I enjoy it too much.
Jeffrey,
I know, I can’t give up writing even though it’s not creative, either. I love more than anything sharing of myself with others. Blogging gives me a community of friends to socialize with from the comfort of my home. I’m glad you’re back in Blogosphere again. Ease back at your pace. We’re here waiting for you!
I really like your blog especially Mewsic Mondays and therefore have nominated you for a liebster award: https://theglobalaussie.com/liebster-award-2018/
Mary,
Thanks and I happily accept the award. 😀 It won’t be any time real soon but I am working on putting my Liebster Award post up on April 3rd. This will give more bloggers opportunity to see it, maybe driving a little more traffic to your site and the creator. Have a good day and again, thanks!
These were all good shows and most of them were from the “Must See TV”-era NBC, which seems to have forgotten how to program for prime time. Great list!
John,
I had forgotten about NBC’s phrase “Must See TV” and it really was the era for it. There were so many good programs in those days. People lack judgment to know what’s good anymore. That’s why there are so many stupid shows on tv.
To this day, I still call her, Stephanie Zimbalist, Jr.
Myke,
I didn’t know what became of Stephanie Zimbalist, Jr, so I did a little digging and was a bit surprised that the 61-year-old actress never married. She’s still a pretty lady but was quite the looker in her youth. I find it odd that she didn’t marry, though. Thanks for visiting, my friend!
Excellent Sparks. We do get much value from our friends. thank s for being one. Hugs.
Annie,
Friends are VERY valuable! I’m blessed to have some loyal, loving friends such as you. I’m grateful for the wonderful circle of friends I’ve gathered in Blogosphere over the years. 🙂
Fabulous shows and fabulous theme tunes, though I’d never heard of the Tom Hanks show Bosom Buddies. It sounds rather interesting. My favourite theme tunes are Magnum PI (mainly because it meant the gorgeous Tom Selleck was about to appear), Fraggle Rock, and Different Strokes.
Friendship is definitely necessary for quality of life and the simple act of sharing yourself with others.
Have a wonderful week Cathy. 🙂
Pamela,
The theme mewsic of “Magnum PI” is awesome and every time I hear it I get a little giddy. That was another excellent 80s TV show. It had just the right mix of action and comedy. The boyish good-looks of Tom Selleck was a great selling point, too. He’s really modest fellow about his handsomeness which frankly surprised me. I like that about him. Thanks for popping by!
You have rocked the house girlfriend! Got some great pickins here to say the least, and some greater info too! Cool you got all tunes in one video! Have a rockin’ week my friend… you’re off to a great start! BIG HUGS… you have brought so many to our musical show and I thank you so very much! BIG HUGS
Marie,
Thank you for saving a dance for me, my friend. Have a rockin good week!!
Amen to that Spark, and i hope you have a fabulous Monday, as good as the music you chose!
Mimi,
Thanks, my friend! I hope you have a marvelous week filled with plenty of good mewsic and inspiration!
Oh my do I know all these shows and really enjoyed them although Three’s Company seems a bit dated now. I would choose Secret Agent man or Danger man which is a James Bond type man who spies and saves the day. I loved Gilligan’s island and Lost in Space with both opening s quite fun. The Avengers is another great piece of music with Patrick Macnee and Diana Rigg. The Love Boat is another song that we all can recall and another great is Moonlighting and Friends
Birgit,
I know there were a couple of series with a James Bond-like character. The Man from U.N.C.L.E. was one but I think it aired when I was too young to appreciate. I did see the first big-screen production a few years ago which I really enjoyed. Yeah, “Three’s Company” is dated. No one today thinks twice about boys and girls living together and there’s not a second thought, hardly to a gay guy being in the equation. “Moonlighting” TV show/mewsic was a fabulously fun. I loved Bruce Willis’ role as irresponsible, party animal, wisecracking Dave Addison! Man, did they ever produce some good shows back in the day!!
Great selections. I watched all of those shows and remember all the music.
Patrick,
Thanks for sharing the dance floor with me. This is a fabulously fun theme. I could do this one again, how about you?
Great selection and I watched most of these show. I loved Cheers! Make it a purrfect and mewsical day!
Eugenia,
I think most of us watched these shows, especially those of us in the 50s club. 🙂
I loved that show and I really love that music. What a fond memory.
Have a purrfect day filled with wonderful Sparks. Okay, lots of good music too. ♥
Sandee,
I’m glad you got a chance to join me on the dance floor. It always brings back sweet memories when I go back in time with familiar TV shows and mewsic. So, glad you enjoyed and thanks for visiting!
All great choices, I used to watch them all. Great Spark too, I am happy to call you friend. XO
Ellen,
The 70s and 80s produced some excellent TV shows. Things really took a nose dive after the 90s, if you ask me. Thanks for popping in!
Best wishes to Colette. And Happy Monday! Be well.
Darla, I’m sure Colette appreciates the well wishes. Thanks for stopping in for a visit.
Hi, Cathy!
It was fun to remember these iconic television series of the past as I sipped coffee and listened to their theme songs. I think I mentioned this before, but most show openings were much longer in decades past. In modern times many series have limited the running time of their opening titles to only a few seconds. One version of The Mindy Project show open runs only two seconds. However, some modern series, like Breaking Bad and The Americans, opt for a longer opening reminiscent of older series. Of these TV series, the only ones I watched regularly were Cheers, Three’s Company and Remington Steel, the latter because it was an NBC series and was carried by the NBC affiliate station where I worked at the time. I voiced promos for it and for Cheers, another NBC show that aired during the same span of years. Cheers launched Ted Danson’s career and he has remained a very busy actor ever since, landing roles in numerous movies and TV series including, as you recall, Damages, along with CSI, Fargo, CSI:Cyber and The Good Place. Janet, the perky girl next door type on Three’s Company played by Joyce DeWitt, was my dream girl . It should come as no surprise, then, to learn that I also preferred Mary Ann over Ginger on Gilligan’s Island and that I liked Marlo Thomas as That Girl. (I seem to favor brunettes, too. 🙂 I didn’t watch the TV series Busom Buddies. My first exposure to Tom Hanks was in the films Splash and Bachelor Party. Hanks’ career and extensive filmography are the envy of most working actors today. He is Mrs. Shady’s favorite actor.
Thank you, dear friend Cathy!
Tom,
I always thought Mary Ann was prettier than Ginger, too. It seems the girl next door type gets overlooked often. Perhaps, I just identified with her more. Cheers did launch Ted Danson’s career. He’s been very busy ever since and who would’ve thought Tom Hanks would become such a big star after landing the position on Bosom Buddies. He did comedy great throughout the 80s. It was so hard to see him switch to more serious roles later but he does well with that, too. I admit I miss that goofy boyish quality from his earlier acting days. I don’t know that I have a favorite actor these days but I’m still rather partial to Pierce Brosnan, Bruce Willis, and Mel Gibson to name just a few. These three actors are different in many ways and yet alike. Other than being handsome, they are usually the ones to bring down the bad guys which I LOVE!
I never watched any of the shows, but I recognized a few of the themes.
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Lee,
Really, you didn’t watch any of these show? That’s interesting. Of course, I can relate in that they are many shows current and past that others seem to be on the bandwagon but I haven’t seen them yet. I remember when our kids kept talking about The Walking Dead series, along with half the planet, and I would think, “How can that be any good?”. After we got started on the series three years ago, we were hooked! I don’t know why I was so reluctant to try it. 🙂