Best TV show opening
05-21-04 | 01:35 PM
#101
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Originally posted by Shannon Nutt
Wow, I can't believe NO ONE has mentioned it yet (perhaps because a lot of you have never seen it). The BEST TV opening theme of all-time, bar none is that of THE PRISONER. The music, visuals and dialogue are amazing!
"I am not a number, I'm a free man!"
Wow, I can't believe NO ONE has mentioned it yet (perhaps because a lot of you have never seen it). The BEST TV opening theme of all-time, bar none is that of THE PRISONER. The music, visuals and dialogue are amazing!
"I am not a number, I'm a free man!"
Love the music and love all the quotes it gives.
05-21-04 | 01:50 PM
#102
DVD Talk Legend
Originally posted by Shannon Nutt
Wow, I can't believe NO ONE has mentioned it yet (perhaps because a lot of you have never seen it). The BEST TV opening theme of all-time, bar none is that of THE PRISONER. The music, visuals and dialogue are amazing!
"I am not a number, I'm a free man!"
Wow, I can't believe NO ONE has mentioned it yet (perhaps because a lot of you have never seen it). The BEST TV opening theme of all-time, bar none is that of THE PRISONER. The music, visuals and dialogue are amazing!
"I am not a number, I'm a free man!"
05-21-04 | 02:03 PM
#103
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Originally posted by das Monkey
It's hard to beat the opening to each episode of The Shield.
das
It's hard to beat the opening to each episode of The Shield.
das
05-21-04 | 02:05 PM
#104
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Originally posted by Colonel Mustard
Dukes of Hazard!
(Sorry, couldn't resist.)
Dukes of Hazard!
(Sorry, couldn't resist.)
Cheers is classic.
NYPD: Blue Completely original and amazing the first few times you see and hear it. Same goes for ER. Both classic intros.
Drew Carey's have always been entertaining.
Baywatch
No reason to watch the show, all the best parts are in the opening. 
05-21-04 | 02:33 PM
#107
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wow, talk about a thread stands the test of time.
05-21-04 | 02:38 PM
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Originally posted by Derrich
You're all wrong. The best opeing ever was Crime Story.
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You're all wrong. The best opeing ever was Crime Story.
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Yeah - I recently started watching the S1 DVD. That is a very good opening - great theme with 'Runaway.'
05-21-04 | 03:11 PM
#110
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Originally posted by Jericho
It was mentioned all the way back on page one
It was mentioned all the way back on page one
05-21-04 | 11:34 PM
#112
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Originally posted by das Monkey
It's hard to beat the opening to each episode of The Shield.
das
It's hard to beat the opening to each episode of The Shield.
das
And to remember not to fast-forward when it's over. That's a show that doesn't go to commercial after the opening.
I really like the opening to Arrested Development. It explains the show really quickly and I like the visual style.
05-22-04 | 12:17 AM
#113
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Another vote for Highlander-The Series...the 4th-6th season version with Joe's narration and the timeline of Duncan's life.
Quantum Leap
The A-Team
Millenium
Brimstone
MacGyver
And last but not least....The Flintstones...
Quantum Leap
The A-Team
Millenium
Brimstone
MacGyver
And last but not least....The Flintstones...
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05-22-04 | 12:25 AM
#114
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My favorite is Star Trek Deep Space Nine. There's just something about the part where the screen is all stars at the beginning that captures the vastness and wonder of space. I also like the beginning to Farscape a lot--it too has that sense of wonder, and really interesting music.
My favorite endings are the ones to The Black Adder--they're unique to their episodes and pretty funny.
tasha
My favorite endings are the ones to The Black Adder--they're unique to their episodes and pretty funny.
tasha
05-22-04 | 07:57 AM
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Somebody on Page 1 voted for ........
Oh man. 
Offhand, I can't think of a WORSE show opening. And the lack of a Chapter Break after the nails-on-a-chalkboard presentation of the opening theme on the DVDs is a major debit to that Digital release.
Having to listen to that screeching multiple times during a "Play All" session might just have many DVD viewers committing hari-kari, post-haste!
Nothing against Jean Stapleton, mind you. I love her as Edith. But she's no Whitney Houston. (Or even Whitney Blake when it comes to beltin' out a ditty.)
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Offhand, I can't think of a WORSE show opening. And the lack of a Chapter Break after the nails-on-a-chalkboard presentation of the opening theme on the DVDs is a major debit to that Digital release.
Having to listen to that screeching multiple times during a "Play All" session might just have many DVD viewers committing hari-kari, post-haste!
Nothing against Jean Stapleton, mind you. I love her as Edith. But she's no Whitney Houston. (Or even Whitney Blake when it comes to beltin' out a ditty.
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05-22-04 | 08:07 AM
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Some of my favorite "TV Openings" ............
>> Jonny Quest (1964 version).
>> ER.
>> The West Wing.
>> The Mary Tyler Moore Show.
>> The Fugitive (1963-1967) -- "A Quinn Martin Production -- Starring: David Janssen as ...... THE FUGITIVE!"
>> Medical Center (remember this one? Several jump-cuts, and that "siren" noise).
>> Kojak.
>> That Girl.
>> Jonny Quest (1964 version).
>> ER.
>> The West Wing.
>> The Mary Tyler Moore Show.
>> The Fugitive (1963-1967) -- "A Quinn Martin Production -- Starring: David Janssen as ...... THE FUGITIVE!"
>> Medical Center (remember this one? Several jump-cuts, and that "siren" noise).
>> Kojak.
>> That Girl.
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05-22-04 | 08:58 AM
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Here are some I really like:
The Flintstones (both the original and second versions)
Top Cat (I wonder how many people remember that Hanna-Barbera animated series?)
The Critic (gotta love all that animated New York City scenery)
Gilligan's Island (especially with that catchy song)
X-Files (can't forget the spooky theme song)
Twin Peaks (perfectly sets up the mood of the TV series, and that great theme song)
Top Cat (I wonder how many people remember that Hanna-Barbera animated series?)
The Critic (gotta love all that animated New York City scenery)
Gilligan's Island (especially with that catchy song)
X-Files (can't forget the spooky theme song)
Twin Peaks (perfectly sets up the mood of the TV series, and that great theme song)
05-22-04 | 01:52 PM
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From: Space Junk Galaxy
Originally posted by Doug Heffernan
I have to vote for Gary Shandling as well, I only saw it a few times and remember the song...wanna hear?
"this is the theme to Gary's show
the opening theme to Gary's show
theis is the music that you hear
when you watch the credits
I'm almost halfway through
how do you like it so far?
this the theme to Gary Shandlings show!"
Man, that shows musical episode was one of the funniest things I have ever seen!
I have to vote for Gary Shandling as well, I only saw it a few times and remember the song...wanna hear?
"this is the theme to Gary's show
the opening theme to Gary's show
theis is the music that you hear
when you watch the credits
I'm almost halfway through
how do you like it so far?
this the theme to Gary Shandlings show!"
Man, that shows musical episode was one of the funniest things I have ever seen!
05-22-04 | 04:42 PM
#123
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Originally posted by Draven
The second that shield comes flying in I have to scream "DAP DAP DA-DAT!!!" at the top of my lungs.
And to remember not to fast-forward when it's over. That's a show that doesn't go to commercial after the opening.
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The second that shield comes flying in I have to scream "DAP DAP DA-DAT!!!" at the top of my lungs.
And to remember not to fast-forward when it's over. That's a show that doesn't go to commercial after the opening.
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