Three classic television shows debuted in 1961

During 1961, three classic and highly influential television shows debuted:

•  The Avengers, in the United Kingdom (ITV).  Click here for an overview and clips from BFI's screenonline, a great source for British film and television history.
•  The Dick Van Dyke Show in the United States (CBS).  Click here  to view stills and footage from the original, pilot episode.
•  Reach for the Top in Canada (CBC).  Click here for some clips from CBC's digital archives.

More nostalgic treats can be found when you click here for a quick list of summaries and clips of North American shows broadcast during the 1961 fall season.