Old movies cling to cinema as TV rights fade
A look at which classic films have not yet moved to television reveals a mix of factors. Disney clings to many classics like Snow White and Mary Poppins to protect theater earnings, while Century Fox and United Artists hold back titles due to content or potential future value. Network hesitation and rerun dynamics shape which titles finally make the TV leap.
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TV Tonight’s mix of talk, film, and music specials
Audience sees Rich Little with guests Bernadette Peters and William Conrad, Rhoda Morgenstern misadventures, a Western film The Young Pioneers, classic and parody programs, concert by Carlo Maria Giulini conducting Vienna Symphony, soap operas All in the Family Maude and Medical Center plot arcs, with Jigsaw John episode and high profile movies Leave Her to Heaven and Gang War. The schedule spans 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. with culture, crime drama, comedy, and music.
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Massachusetts primary set for prime time TV coverage
Major networks plan extended prime time coverage of Massachusetts primary, mirroring New Hampshire coverage. CBS NBC and ABC will interrupt regular programming for vote tallies and projections, with ABC offering a 15 minute special and returning to 30 minutes for Florida results. Carter leads by double digits in early returns.
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Jigsaw John canceled amid TV cop show backlash
The article notes NBC or other networks scrapping Jigsaw John as a deflated Monday night cop show. It praised actor Jack Warden but derided the series as cheap Hollywood contrivance. It traces the concept to LA Times reporter Al Martinez who profiled detective John St John.
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