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Feb 28, 2017
The House That Lucy Built: The Legacy of Desilu Productions (video)
Desilu Productions, founded by Lucille Ball and her husband Desi Arnaz, was one of the most influential production companies in TV history. They changed the existing paradigm in television, producing “I Love Lucy” in Los Angeles instead of New York City, and shooting on film instead of broadcasting live, allowing them to package the show for reruns, and making themselves very wealthy. They reinvested that money into developing more shows. They branched out into genres beyond comedy, working with writers and producers to bring shows like “Star Trek” and “Mission: Impossible” to the small screen. These shows have become multimedia franchises, and the original Desilu Productions lives on under the name of CBS Television Productions.
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May 8, 2014
1950s Sitcoms
The classic characters of 1950s television sitcoms endure in our hearts and memories — and thanks to syndication, on our TV sets as well. Sometimes it feels good to look back at those idyllic days of long ago, when every family was perfect ... at least according to the television. Join us as we remember Lucille Ball, Jackie Gleason, Donna Reed, and more of our favorite 1950s sitcom stars.
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Dec 2, 2012
Desi Arnaz, TV Innovator
Twenty-seven years after Desi Arnaz's death, we're showcasing three of the ways he helped influence television.
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Aug 17, 2012
Lucy and Viv: Queens of Comedy
Lucille Ball and Vivian Vance – two of our very favorite funny women – made an unforgettable pair on I Love Lucy...
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Sep 2, 2010
Remembering Aaron Spelling on 90210 Day
On "90210 Day," we take a look back at the career of TV’s most successful producer.
