One of the most beloved sitcoms of the 80s and 90s didn’t start off that way – after its 1982 premiere, Cheers was on the chopping block for NBC, as it ranked nearly last in the ratings. Due to a loyal – and growing – fan base, who was eager to see the ups and downs of the first “will they or won’t they” couple, Sam and Diane, the series eventually grew to a top-ten certified hit for eight of its 11 seasons. Cheers spent one season at number one and became one of the most popular series in history; its series finale was watched by an estimated 93 million viewers. We take a close and intimate look at the early days of Cheers, the shock and awe of Shelly Long’s decision to leave the series during its heyday, the casting of unique and memorable characters, and how Cheers became a true destination for anyone who wanted to go “where everybody knows your name.”

While only airing for three seasons, Gilligan’s Island has one of the most catchy and memorable theme songs ever recorded and the series has taken on a life of its own for decades. We take a close look how the seven castaways secured their place on the island, and made a real impact on pop culture.

Not only is I Love Lucy considered to be one of the best sitcoms in history, the forward-thinking of Ball and Arnaz revolutionized how television is made on multiple levels. The story of an inter-cultural married couple, not to mention the world’s first pregnancy announcement (and birth) on television is just part of why this sitcom, that premiered 70 years ago, is still relevant today.

Officers in Toledo, OH search for a man waving a sword in a mall while officers in Wilkes-Barre, PA are dispatched to reports of an intoxicated male. Officers in Daytona Beach, FL respond to a possible home invasion and Berkeley County, SC officers investigate a shooting.

Cops corner a wanted fugitive but the standoff goes up in flames; a father kidnaps his infant son and police unleash a K9 to take him down; a pregnant postal worker is held at gunpoint when a man hijacks her delivery truck.

A gunman raids a gold shop in broad daylight; law enforcement officers use a fake camera crew to free a hostage from a knife-wielding perpetrator; after getting jumped, a store clerk turns the tables on a robber.

When one of the officers attempts to grab a suspect, the suspect unexpectedly hits the officer in the face and bites his arm in an attempt to avoid arrest. An officer responds to a call regarding a stabbing. An officer is flagged down by a concerned group looking for a missing 4 year old boy.

Following a brief slow speed pursuit, the desperate driver bails out of the vehicle and flees on foot. An officer responds to an assault call involving a female. When a dog owner returns home, she’s informed of her dog’s mayhem and given a verbal warning and citation.

Officers pursue a vehicle which has been reported to be traveling up to 100mph on a local freeway. An officer is dispatched to a larceny in progress call at a local convenience store. Dispatch calls a number back and informs officers that a man threatened an elderly woman at their residence.

A female victim tells the officers that two men kicked in her front door. Three suspects attempt to steal a bicycle in an alley. Following routine questioning of a petrified wife, officer arrests the husband for domestic abuse.

K-9 Deputy Hamon responds to assist other Deputies on a report of domestic violence where the male has hit the female over the head and when the first Deputy responded to the 911 call, the assailant foot bailed and is at large. With great expertise Deputy Hamon and his K-9 partner capture the runaway and he was arrested. Deputy Harris responds to assist fellow Deputies on a burglary in progress call. They capture the alleged perpetrator who is highly agitated, combative. He was caught siphoning gas from rental vehicles. He blames the world for his situation but takes no responsibility for his own contribution. Deputy Stockeland responds to a report of a man who is obviously impaired, stumbling along a main road in town. Upon investigation the individual is on probation and when searched, has open needles with heroin in his pocket, which almost stick the Deputy.

Deputy Roberts responds to a 911 call about a lady stealing from a convenience store. She ends up putting up quite a battle. Deputy Sosa responds to a 911 call where a woman claimed a prostitute was soliciting her husband in a restaurant.

In Tulsa, OK a woman bites and kicks deputies after falling and cutting her head. In Las Vegas, NV a man’s tattoos are examined and photographed to investigate hidden meanings. In Portland, OR an incoherent man is found with illegal mushrooms after his wife went into labor at a bus stop.

In Austin, TX a fight erupts between volatile inmates as deputies deal with the chaos. In Santa Ana, CA accusations of deceit and mistrust plague a booking as a woman is arrested for driving under the influence. In Las Vegas, NV several prisoners require restraint after causing commotion and concern.

In Austin, TX officers must break up a cell brawl. In Las Vegas, NV a woman has deep regrets and reflection after being arrested on her wedding night. In Austin, TX a man is freed from the noose he created and placed on a vigilant watch.

In Austin, TX several inmates are subdued after exhibiting unruly behavior. In Portland, OR anger dominates emotions as a man accuses officers of profiling him during arrest. In Austin, TX an officer uses “verbal judo” to gain the upper hand with combative inmates.

When one of the officers attempts to grab a suspect, the suspect unexpectedly hits the officer in the face and bites his arm in an attempt to avoid arrest. An officer responds to a call regarding a stabbing. An officer is flagged down by a concerned group looking for a missing 4 year old boy.

Following a brief slow speed pursuit, the desperate driver bails out of the vehicle and flees on foot. An officer responds to an assault call involving a female. When a dog owner returns home, she’s informed of her dog’s mayhem and given a verbal warning and citation.

Officers pursue a vehicle which has been reported to be traveling up to 100mph on a local freeway. An officer is dispatched to a larceny in progress call at a local convenience store. Dispatch calls a number back and informs officers that a man threatened an elderly woman at their residence.

A female victim tells the officers that two men kicked in her front door. Three suspects attempt to steal a bicycle in an alley. Following routine questioning of a petrified wife, officer arrests the husband for domestic abuse.

Officers assist with a high-speed stolen vehicle pursuit exceeding 100mph. Officers respond to a vicious domestic dispute. A man suspected of car theft is ratted on by his own mother.

Officers engage in a car chase that turns into a foot chase. Officers respond to a report of intoxicated people walking into traffic. A woman tries to discard credit cards and ID during questioning.

A stolen vehicle pursuit ends in a take down. Officers respond to a domestic dispute involving a brother intervening in his sister’s toxic relationship. Officers stake out on a bike theft sting.

Police rush to aid a fellow officer after he’d been struck by a car. A friendly invitation for a drink results in an assault. A man faces prison time after he’s caught stealing beer.

An officer responds to a call involving some trailer park gun play. The jaws of life are used to extricate the victim of a drunk driving accident. A woman implicates herself in an assault call.

The driver of a fleeing vehicle attempts to run over an officer. Officers respond to a report of a man hurling items off his balcony. Authorities search for an armed woman threatening to harm herself.

Officers assist with a high-speed stolen vehicle pursuit exceeding 100mph. Officers respond to a vicious domestic dispute. A man suspected of car theft is ratted on by his own mother.

Officers engage in a car chase that turns into a foot chase. Officers respond to a report of intoxicated people walking into traffic. A woman tries to discard credit cards and ID during questioning.

A stolen vehicle pursuit ends in a take down. Officers respond to a domestic dispute involving a brother intervening in his sister’s toxic relationship. Officers stake out on a bike theft sting.

Police rush to aid a fellow officer after he’d been struck by a car. A friendly invitation for a drink results in an assault. A man faces prison time after he’s caught stealing beer.

An officer responds to a call involving some trailer park gun play. The jaws of life are used to extricate the victim of a drunk driving accident. A woman implicates herself in an assault call.

The driver of a fleeing vehicle attempts to run over an officer. Officers respond to a report of a man hurling items off his balcony. Authorities search for an armed woman threatening to harm herself.