Television in the 60s was unique compared to what it is today. There were only 3 channels – ABC, CBS, and NBC – but they brought us much laughter, tears and joy!
In this quiz, we have compiled some fun questions regarding 1960s TV shows. Are you game enough to try them?
All that time lounging on the couch is about to pay off.
Classic TV Quiz: Can You Pass A 1960s TV Trivia Quiz? Questions
In 1960, standard westerns like "Gunsmoke", "Wagon Train" and "Have Gun Will Travel" topped the list of America's favorite television shows. What new comedy show finished fourth, and would go on to finish in the top ten for the next seven years?
Dennis the Menace
The Red Skelton Show
The Andy Griffith Show
The first "Jiggle TV" show, "Petticoat Junction", premiered on CBS in 1963 and featured three beautiful girls helping their mother run the Shady Rest Hotel. Which of the following was not one of the girls?
Bobbie Jo
Betty Jo
Ginny Jo
On the TV series "Bewitched", what was the last name of Darrin and Samantha Stevens' nosy neighbors?
Kravchuk
Kravitz
Krauss
On the series "Mister Ed", what was Wilbur Post's occupation?
Veterinarian
Architect
Surgeon
This program had a presidential presence as the host for part of the show's run, though we didn't know it at the time.
Raw Hide
Death Valley Days
Gunsmoke
The setting for this show could be anywhere from Chicago to Los Angeles along a once famous highway.
Route 66
The Loner
Highway Patrol
By 1965, number one rated "Bonanza" was the only western in the top ten. What show, a first successful 'spin-off', finished number two?
The Lucy Show
Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C.
Make Room for Daddy
What was the name of the American research submarine that served as the setting of the TV series "Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea"?
Tigershark
Seaview
Explorer
On the legal drama "The Defenders", which actor played young lawyer Kenneth Preston?
Robert Reed
Clint Eastwood
Dustin Hoffman
Which of the following stars was NOT a regular on the prime-time soap opera "Peyton Place"?
Gena Rowlands
Ossie Davis
Ruby Dee
In which state, can 'Shiloh Ranch', the setting of the TV series "The Virginian" be found?
Idaho
Colorado
Wyoming
Which of the following masters of ceremonies was the host of the original "Price Is Right" during the 1960s?
Bud Collyer
Bill Cullen
Ralph Edwards
On what show would you have followed the exploits of John Steed?
The Avengers
The Wild Ones
The Untouchables
What '60s TV show followed the exploits of Pete Malloy and Jim Reed?
Adam-12
Dragnet
Emergency!
In 1960, a previously-seen 'reality show' began its successful run on CBS. What was it called?
Secret Friend
Candid Camera
The Neighbors
What character declared: 'I am not a number. I am a free man!'?
