In May of 1966, all three networks were flirting with the Sunshine State. From individual episodes, to shows entirely set in Florida, to a weekly show live from Miami, television had a lot to learn from Florida. This week, we explore how these shows came to our state, and what message they'd send about life in Florida.
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Bewitched Opening Credits and Theme Song
Opening Sequence - I Dream Of Jeannie
I Dream Of Jeannie | Settling The Score With A Brute
Tony Hits His Head And Forgets Jeannie!
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The Jackie Gleason Show (Final Sign Off, Feb. 28, 1970)
Besides the clips above, all the music was originally composed.
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