Series similar to Fallout (2024), Svengoolie, Extra 3 (2024)

"El Pueblo," created by the same writers behind popular Spanish comedies "Aquí no hay quien viva" and "La Que Se Avecina," introduces a new and quirky cast of characters in this hilarious and absurd television series. The story revolves around the establishment of an ecological community named "El Pueblo de Penafria" in what appears to be an...

"ABC's Wide World of Sports" was an anthology series that first aired on April 29, 1961, initially intended as a filler for the summer season but eventually becoming an unexpected hit. The show's primary objective was to present a diverse range of sports from across the globe, airing for ninety minutes every Saturday afternoon. Throughout its...

Title: Unraveling the Past: A Scottish Television Odyssey Synopsis: "Unraveling the Past: A Scottish Television Odyssey," a captivating 2012 documentary series presented by Greg Hemphill, embarks on an enthralling journey through the rich tapestry of television history in Scotland. Spanning over six episodes, this insightful program explores...

Whale Wars is an American reality television series that originally aired on Animal Planet from 2008 to 2015. The show documented the activities of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society (SSCS), an international non-profit marine wildlife conservation organization, as they sought to disrupt Japanese whaling operations in the Antarctic Ocean. The...

Toon In With Me is a weekly animated television program, originally hailing from Chicago and airing on MeTV since its inception in 2017. Hosted by Bill Leff, known as Bill The Cartoon Curator, and his puppet companion Toony the Tuna, portrayed by Kevin Fleming, the duo invites viewers on an engaging journey through the world of classic cartoons...

Bizarre was a groundbreaking sketch comedy show that aired on Showtime in the United States and CTV in Canada from 1980 to 1986. The show was hosted by John Byner and was filmed at the CFTO Glen-Warren studios in Toronto, Canada. The program consisted of an eclectic mix of humorous sketches, parodies of popular television shows, and appearances...

The Soup, originally known as Talk Soup, is an American television series that started airing in 1991 on E! Entertainment Television. Initially hosted by Greg Kinnear, the show primarily focused on poking fun at late night talk shows and their guests. Over the years, several hosts followed Kinnear, including John Henson, Hal Sparks, and Aisha...

La Quinta Panela, created by Miguel Sánchez Romero, is a Spanish satirical show that premiered on laSexta television channel in 2006. Originally conceived as a pure comedy program, the show has since evolved into an anti-establishment news program that combines its satirical roots with serious, investigative journalism. The current hosts are...

Hit Man was a game show created by Jay Wolpert for NBC, marking his second venture into the genre following the successful creation of Whew! for ABC. This new show also served as the debut hosting gig for Peter Tomarken, who had previously helmed two unsold Wolpert pilots: Rodeo Drive and Duel in the Daytime. Tomarken was joined by Rod Roddy...

Hypothetical is a witty and imaginative British panel game show that premiered on Dave in the year 2019. The program is hosted by the charismatic duo of Josh Widdicombe and James Acaster, who guide viewers through an entertaining experience filled with laughter, creativity, and intellectual stimulation. Two teams, each consisting of two comedian...

"Texas Rising" is a historical miniseries produced by The History Channel, which originally aired in 2015. The show spans eight episodes and covers the pivotal period from the final days of the Battle of the Alamo to the victory at the Battle of San Jacinto, marking the birth of the Republic of Texas. The genre blend includes adventure, drama...

Title: Root of All Evil (Comedy Series) Genre: Comedy, Satire, Courtroom Drama Plot Summary: Root of All Evil is a weekly comedy series aired on Comedy Central where two diverse subjects - often pop culture phenomena, individuals, objects, or ideas – face off against one another in a satirical trial to determine which one holds the title of the...

"The Book Thief" is a captivating novel written by Markus Zusak, published in 2005. The story unfolds primarily during World War II in Nazi Germany, but with an unexpected narrative voice that sets it apart from typical war novels. It can be classified as historical fiction with elements of drama and coming-of-age. The tale revolves around...

"Through the Wormhole" is a thought-provoking and intriguing science documentary series that explores some of the most profound questions about our universe and reality. Produced by MAJ Productions in collaboration with both the Science Channel in the United States and Discovery Channel Canada, this captivating show delves deep into scientific...

Jack Horkheimer's Star Gazer is a five-minute educational program dedicated to teaching and entertaining individuals about astronomy. The show began in 1976 as a local production for Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) station WPBT in Miami. Throughout its history, it provided viewers with valuable information regarding the location and timing of...

Title: The Great Gatsby Genre: Tragedy, Romance, Drama The Great Gatsby is a novel written by F. Scott Fitzgerald in 1925. Set in the Roaring Twenties, the story is narrated from the perspective of Nick Carraway, a young man from Minnesota who moves to West Egg, Long Island, in search of new opportunities. He becomes the neighbor of the...

Siskel & Ebert and the Movies was a long-running American television series that aired from 1986 to 1999, originating from a syndicated program called Opening Soon at a Theater Near You/Sneak Previews and its subsequent iteration, At the Movies. The show featured two renowned film critics, Gene Siskel of the Chicago Tribune and Roger Ebert of...

The Dr. Oz Show is an American syndicated television talk show that premiered on September 14, 2009, and ran until May 26, 2022. It was hosted by Dr. Mehmet Oz, a renowned cardiothoracic surgeon and teaching professor at Columbia University. Prior to hosting his own show, Dr. Oz gained widespread recognition through his frequent appearances as a...

Title: Untitled Home Experiments Show Genre: Educational, Science, Reality "Untitled Home Experiments Show," also known as "Don't Try This At Home" or simply "DTTAH," is an intriguing and thought-provoking television series produced by Discovery Channel Canada. Hosted by Teddy Wilson and Norm Sousa, this program aims to enlighten viewers about...

"This Movie Sucks" is a weekly television program that airs with a distinctly irreverent and humorous take on movie critique, hosted by the edgy and provocative sock puppet named Ed the Sock, alongside cosplayer Liana K and a rotating cast of comedian guests including Ron Sparks and Andrew Young. The show adheres to a consistent format, blending...

"Art Attack" was a groundbreaking British children's television show that aired on CITV from 1990 to 2007, with Neil Buchanan serving as the presenter. The program's primary objective was to engage and inspire young audiences in the world of art, achieving remarkable success not only in the United Kingdom but also internationally. The show's...

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is an iconic American talk show that aired on NBC from October 1, 1962, to May 22, 1992. Hosted by Johnny Carson, this groundbreaking program originated from both New York City and Los Angeles, eventually settling in Burbank, California, as its primary location in 1972. The show initially aired during...

The Glass House was an Australian television discussion series that aired on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) from 2001 to 2006. The show was produced by GNW Television Productions, following the cancellation of their previous news-themed game show, Good News Week. Instead of focusing on games related to current events, The Glass...

The Who, What, or Where Game was a current-events quiz show revived in 1990 as a syndicated series, following its initial run on NBC from 1969 to 1974. Hosted by Art James, the new version of the show featured three contestants, including a returning champion, and co-helmed by Dick Clark, who also served as a producer alongside creator Ron...

Title: The Inquizition Genre: Game Show, Thriller, Trivia Setting the Stage: The Inquizition was an intriguing game show that aired on Gametew and later GSN between the years 1998 and 2001. Produced by Sande Stewart, this unique program took place in an unspecified foreign dictatorship, creating an atmosphere of suspense and mystery. Contestants...

Not Necessarily the News was a groundbreaking political satire comedy program that originally aired on Home Box Office (HBO) from 1982 to 1990. The show was based on the British television series Not the Nine O'Clock News and brought together an ensemble cast that poked fun at current events and the news media itself. From its inception in 1982...

They Think It's All Over was a popular British panel game show that originally aired on BBC Radio 5 in 1992, created as a more irreverent sister show to the traditional quiz program A Question of Sport. The radio version was hosted by sport broadcaster Des Lyman and featured two teams of two panellists each, captained by comedians Rory Bremner...

"Get Real" is an American television dramedy that originally aired on the Fox network between September 1999 and April 2000. This groundbreaking series, created by Clyde Phillips, offers an intriguing exploration into the complexities and quirks of the human condition, blending elements of comedy and drama in equal measure. The show served as...

America's Funniest Home Videos (AFV) is a long-standing American television series that first aired as a special on ABC in November 1989. The show features home video clips submitted by viewers, showcasing funny and entertaining moments from everyday life. Initially hosted by comedian Bob Saget until 1997, AFV then had Daisy Fuentes and John...

Sventoonie is a comedic spin-off series that emerged from Toon In With Me and Svengoolie in 2022. The show is hosted by Toony the Tuna, who dons Svengoolie's signature attire. Known as the "official Svengoolie after-party," Sventoonie airs following Svengoolie and takes place within the same dungeon setting. Unlike its predecessor, Sventoonie...

"FOX's Million Dollar Money Drop" was an exciting and high-stakes game show based on the British original, "The Million Pound Drop." Hosted by accomplished actor and comedian Kevin Pollak, this American version premiered on FOX with four special episodes on December 20, 2010. The show quickly gained attention from viewers due to its unique...

"Intentional Talk" is a daily MLB-focused sports talk show airing on MLB Network, hosted by experienced sports broadcaster Chris Rose and former Major League Baseball player Kevin Millar. The duo delves deeply into baseball discussions, occasionally touching upon pop culture and current events. Unlike other screamer head shows prevalent in...

The Hamster Wheel is a groundbreaking Australian satirical news and current affairs television program that first graced viewers' screens in 2012. Produced and broadcasted by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), this critically acclaimed series was helmed by a talented team of comedians, including Andrew Hansen, Dominic Knight, Chas...

"Oobi" is an innovative and charming puppet show created by Josh Selig, primarily produced for Noggin, a children's television network co-founded by MTV Networks and Sesame Workshop. This unique program stands out due to its utilization of bare-hand puppetry, a technique commonly employed by novice puppeteers to learn fundamental skills such as...

"Produce 101: Season 1," also known as "Rocket Girl 101" or simply "Idol School," is a South Korean reality television competition series that aimed to form a new girl group through rigorous training in various aspects of idol entertainment. The show ran for ten weekly episodes from April 21, 2018, to June 23, 2018. The concept of this survival...

The Zecchino d'Oro, which translates to "Gold Sequin" in English, is an annual international children's song festival that has been airing on Rai 1, Italy's state-owned television channel, since its inauguration in 1959. Initially conceived by Cino Tortorella in Milan, the festival found a permanent home in Bologna in 1961 when it became...

Pop Up Video is a unique music video anthology series that first aired on VH1 from 1996 to 2002, with a brief revival in 2011. The show stands out due to its innovative use of "info nuggets," which are tidbits of information that appear as text bubbles during the broadcast of music videos. These nuggets often include background details, amusing...

"Weird Or What," a television series that originally ran for three captivating seasons between 2010 and 2012, delved into the realm of the unexplained and the bizarre under the insightful guidance of its charismatic host, William Shatner. The show explored an extensive range of topics that defied conventional scientific understanding...

Title: "Twenty Thirteen: A New Chapter at the BBC" (A fictional continuation of the British sitcom "Twenty Twelve," focusing on the professional and personal lives of Ian Fletcher and other characters as they navigate their roles within the British Broadcasting Corporation.) Genre: Comedy-Drama, Sitcom Plot Summary: Following the successful...

"Saludos" is an educational children's television program produced by Great Plains National Television (GPN) during the 1980s, airing on Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). The show shares similarities with "Sesame Street," focusing on teaching Spanish language skills through engaging stories and interactive elements. The narrative revolves around...

Ten Candles is a horror/mystery anthology tabletop role-playing game series broadcast on the Hyper RPG Twitch channel. Created by Zac Eubank, the show initially consisted of ten planned volumes, but this number expanded due to unforeseen circ*mstances. The game utilizes the Ten Candles Tabletop System, which does not allow players to win...

"Kids Court" was an educational and entertaining television program designed specifically for children that aired on Nickelodeon from 1988 to 1989. The series served as a unique blend of education, drama, and comedy, all presented in a format reminiscent of a real-life courtroom trial. Hosted by Paul Provenza, "Kids Court" provided young viewers...

"You and Me, Kid" was an educational live-action children's television show that originally aired on The Disney Channel from 1983 to 1986. Hosted by Sonny Melendrez, this groundbreaking program aimed to provide both parents and their children with valuable learning experiences through interactive activities and informative segments. The show's...

"The Flash" is an American television series that debuted in 2014, based on the DC Comics character of the same name. The show is a spin-off from "Arrow," another CW series, and is part of the Arrowverse. It follows Barry Allen (Grant Gustin), a forensic scientist with the Central City Police Department who gains superhuman speed, both through...

"Kroll Show" is a groundbreaking sketch comedy series created by and starring Nick Kroll that aired on Comedy Central from January 2013 to March 2015. This innovative program showcased Kroll's versatility as an actor and writer through a collection of satirical and parodic characters, primarily focusing on the world of reality television and...

The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien was an installment of the long-running American late-night talk show franchise, The Tonight Show, which aired from June 1, 2009, to January 22, 2010. Conan O'Brien served as its host during this period, taking over from Jay Leno, whom he had succeeded as host of NBC's Late Night with Conan O'Brien in 1993...

"Miami Trauma," an American drama series produced by CBS for the 2007 television season, offers a compelling exploration into the complexities of a wealthy and influential Cuban-American family named The Riazas, who are deeply entrenched in the rum and sugarcane business in Miami. This intricately woven narrative delves into the internal power...

"Short-Runner" is a dark comedy series that originally aired on FX from April 8 to July 1, 2003. The show follows the life of John Corbett's character, named Jack, who is a struggling poker player and gambling addict. The story unfolds primarily in the vibrant and seductive backdrop of Las Vegas, where Jack finds himself drawn deeper into the...