Sesame Street

Sesame Street 1969

7.10

On a special inner city street, the inhabitants—human and muppet—teach preschoolers basic educational and social concepts using comedy, cartoons, games, and songs.

1969

Great Performances

Great Performances 1971

5.80

The best in the performing arts from across America and around the world including a diverse programming portfolio of classical music, opera, popular song, musical theater, dance, drama, and performance documentaries.

1971

Masterpiece Mystery

Masterpiece Mystery 1980

5.67

Mystery! is an episodic television series that debuted in 1980 in the USA. It airs on PBS and is produced by WGBH. The show has brought a large number of detective series and television movies—most of them British productions from the BBC or the ITV companies and usually adapted from mystery fiction literary sources—to air on American television. In 2002, they added an American-produced series based on the novels of Tony Hillerman to their roster.

1980

NOVA

NOVA 1974

6.99

PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.

1974

Frontline

Frontline 1983

7.00

Since it began in 1983, Frontline has been airing public-affairs documentaries that explore a wide scope of the complex human experience. Frontline's goal is to extend the impact of the documentary beyond its initial broadcast by serving as a catalyst for change.

1983

This Old House

This Old House 1979

5.70

TV's original home-improvement show, following one whole-house renovation over several episodes.

1979

The Dick Cavett Show

The Dick Cavett Show 1968

6.81

The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks.

1968

Nature

Nature 1982

7.90

Consistently stunning documentaries transport viewers to far-flung locations ranging from the torrid African plains to the chilly splendours of icy Antarctica. The show's primary focus is on animals and ecosystems around the world. A comic book based on the show, meant to be used an as educational tool for kids, was briefly distributed to museums and schools at no cost in the mid-2000s.

1982

American Experience

American Experience 1988

6.60

TV's most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world today.

1988

Curious George

Curious George 2006

7.20

With the help of his friend “The Man in the Yellow Hat,” a curious little monkey named George sets out on adventures to learn about the world around him.

2006

Wild Kratts

Wild Kratts 2011

7.60

The adventures of Chris and Martin Kratt as they encounter incredible wild animals, combining science education with fun and adventure as the duo travels to animal habitats around the globe.

2011

PBS News Weekend

PBS News Weekend 2013

5.00

A summary of the day’s national and international news, using renowned experts to provide in-depth analysis. Each weekend broadcast contains original, in-depth field reporting on topics including education, healthcare, the economy, energy, science and technology, religion, finance and the arts.

2013

American Masters

American Masters 1986

7.20

American Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists, filmmakers, and others who have left an indelible impression on the cultural landscape of the United States.

1986

Independent Lens

Independent Lens 1999

6.50

This acclaimed Emmy Award-winning anthology series features documentaries and a limited number of fiction films united by the creative freedom, artistic achievement and unflinching visions of their independent producers and featuring unforgettable stories about a unique individual, community or moment in history.

1999

Barney & Friends

Barney & Friends 1992

5.80

Barney & Friends is an American children's television series aimed at children from ages 2 to 5. The series, which first aired on April 6, 1992, features the title character Barney, a purple anthropomorphic Tyrannosaurus rex who conveys educational messages through songs and small dance routines with a friendly, optimistic attitude.

1992

Arthur

Arthur 1996

7.00

The show revolves around the lives of 8-year-old Arthur Read, an anthropomorphic aardvark, his friends and family, and their daily interactions with each other.

1996

Austin City Limits

Austin City Limits 1975

6.20

Now the longest-running music series in American television history, ACL showcases popular music legends and innovators from every genre.

1975

Antiques Roadshow

Antiques Roadshow 1997

7.40

Based on the popular BBC series running since 1979, the PBS Antiques Roadshow combines history with discovery. Each year, the show visits a handful of cities to appraise items brought in by viewers. Are these items worth a lot of money, more than the visitors expect?

1997

Mister Rogers' Neighborhood

Mister Rogers' Neighborhood 1968

6.00

Mister Rogers' Neighborhood is an American children's television series that was created and hosted by namesake Fred Rogers. The series originated in 1963 as Misterogers on CBC Television, and was later debuted in 1966 as Misterogers' Neighborhood on the regional Eastern Educational Network, followed by its US network debut on February 19, 1968, and it aired on NET and its successor, PBS, until August 31, 2001. The series is aimed primarily at preschool ages 2 to 5, but has been stated by PBS as "appropriate for all ages". Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was produced by Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA public broadcaster WQED and Rogers' non-profit production company Family Communications, Inc.; previously known as Small World Enterprises prior to 1971, the company was renamed The Fred Rogers Company after Rogers' death.

1968

PBS News Hour

PBS News Hour 1975

5.60

America's first and longest running hour-long nightly news broadcast known for its in-depth coverage of issues and current events.

1975