Vincent Terrace Bücher

Set in 1936, the narrative explores the innovative shift in television programming as NBC introduces the first multi-part broadcast, paving the way for the miniseries format. The book delves into the early experiments of networks like CBS and DuMont, highlighting key productions such as Love Nest and others that followed, including Jack and the Beanstalk and Women in Wartime. It captures a pivotal moment in television history when entertainment began to evolve into more complex storytelling formats.

The encyclopedia chronicles the evolution of made-for-TV movies from the decline of major broadcast networks to the rise of basic cable channels between 2000 and 2020. It features 1,370 films, detailing storylines, cast, technical credits, air dates, and networks, covering both traditional and basic cable channels like Hallmark and Syfy. Additionally, it includes an appendix of films that were announced but never produced, along with a performer's index, making it a comprehensive resource for enthusiasts of this unique television format.

Featuring over 25,000 trivia facts from 2,498 TV series spanning from 1947 to 2019, this unique book organizes information by topic, covering details such as character home addresses, pet names, and occupations. It includes well-known shows like The Big Bang Theory and Friends, as well as lesser-known series like A Date with Judy. An alphabetical index allows readers to easily find trivia facts grouped by series, making it a comprehensive resource for television enthusiasts.

The book explores the origins of holiday television specials, focusing on the groundbreaking broadcast of The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade by NBC's W2XBS in November 1939. Despite its limited audience due to the scarcity of TV sets, this experimental telecast laid the foundation for a cherished American tradition, highlighting the evolution of holiday entertainment and its cultural significance over the decades.

Highlighting foreign television series adapted for U.S. audiences, this guide offers an engaging exploration of shows like The Office and Doctor Who. Each entry provides comprehensive details on cast, genre, episodes, networks, broadcast dates, and storylines, along with fascinating trivia and information about unaired pilots. It's a delightful resource for fans eager to learn about the origins and adaptations of their favorite series.