TV shows that became blockbusters

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'Da Ali G Show'​

Sacha Baron Cohen crafted this popular series, which inspired a trilogy of hit comedies between 2002 and 2009: 'Ali G Indahouse,' 'Borat,' and 'Brüno.'

 

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'Twin Peaks'​

This unique mystery series was a top-rated show back in the early '90s. It was adapted into a film in 1992 called 'Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me,' starring David Bowie. The show also returned for a third season in 2017.

 

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'The Twilight Zone'​

The classic horror-sci-fi series was adapted into a film in 1983, co-directed by Steven Spielberg (among others).

 

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'The Fugitive'​

This crime drama series was a hit in the '60s. It was adapted into a film in 1993, starring Harrison Ford as the titular fugitive.

 

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'Monty Python's Flying Circus'​

Not only was 'Flying Circus' a classic comedy series, it also led to masterful films in the '70s and '80s, like 'The Holy Grail,' 'Life of Brian,' and 'The Meaning of Life.'

 

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'The Fugitive'​

This crime drama series was a hit in the '60s. It was adapted into a film in 1993, starring Harrison Ford as the titular fugitive.

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Los Pollos Hermanos FRIED CHEEKON FTW!!!!!!!​

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Where's farscape? And not to mention the numerous animes that became global sensations...

 

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'The Thick of It'​

The political comedy series made it to the big screen with 2009's 'In the Loop.' The film starred Peter Capaldi and the late James Gandolfini.

 

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'Sex and the City'​

The four New Yorkers made it to the big screen twice, with 'Sex and the City' in 2008, and 'Sex and the City 2'in 2010.

 

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'Police Squad!'​

Leslie Nielsen led the cast in 'Police Squad!,' a comedy series that was cancelled after six episodes. However, the show led to the popular 'Naked Gun' movies of the late '80s and early '90s.

 

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'Pennies from Heaven'​

This BBC musical drama lasted just one season, but it inspired a big screen adaptation in 1981. Steve Martin starred in the Oscar-nominated musical.

 

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'Miami Vice'​

'Miami Vice' blended style and substance for the '80s audience. It was adapted into a film in 2006, starring Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx.

 

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'Crayon Shin-chan'​

'Crayon Shin-chan' is a hugely popular anime in Japan. It has inspired nearly 20 movies over the years.

 

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'Doctor Who'​

The long-running sci-fi series just got its first female lead. In the '60s, 'Doctor Who' was adapted into two films: 'Dr. Who and the Daleks,' and 'Daleks - Invasion Earth 2150 AD.'

 

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'The Muppet Show'​

The timeless puppet show has led to many movies over the years. Definitely check out 1992's 'The Muppet Christmas Carol,' as well as 'The Muppets' from 2011.

 

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'Veronica Mars'​

This teen noir starred Kristen Bell as a young private detective. She returned for the big screen adaptation in 2014. The show also returned for an eight-episode fourth season in July 2019.

 

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'The Jetsons'/'The Flintstones'​

Two animated worlds came together in 1987, with 'The Jetsons Meet the Flintstones.'

 

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'SCTV'​

Characters from this Canadian comedy show got their own film, 'Strange Brew,' in 1983. It was written and directed by Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas.

 

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I still didn't watch Downtown Abbie, but added it to my list now. As soon as everything works again, i can start streaming it finally. At the moment still need to do couple of updates https://www.firesticktricks.cоm/kodi-update.html in order to enjoy good quality picture and don't have any buffering. This thread has couple of great recommendations, so slightly extended my list.