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Country of origin. United States. Format. Friday night sitcom block. Running time. 2 hours (with commercials) Original language (s) English. TGIF was an American prime time television programming block that has aired on ABC at various points since the late 1980s.
- Sabrina The Teenage Witch (1996–2003) 7 Seasons, 163 Episodes.
- Boy Meets World (1993–2000) 7 Seasons, 158 Episodes. Boy Meets World. Release Date. September 24, 1993. Cast. Ben Savage , William Daniels , Will Friedle , Rider Strong , Lee Norris , Lindsay Ridgeway , Danielle Fishel , Alex Désert , Maitland Ward.
- The Hughleys (1998-2000) 4 Seasons, 89 Episodes. Comedian D.L. Hughley got his shot at fame with a sitcom that debuted on TGIF in its 8 pm timeslot. The story focuses on Hughley's character Darryl, a businessperson with a wife and two kids who move into a predominantly white suburban neighborhood.
- Full House (1987 - 1995) 8 Seasons, 192 Episodes. Full House (US) Release Date. September 22, 1987. Cast. Bob Saget , John Stamos , Dave Coulier , Candace Cameron Bure , Jodie Sweetin , Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen , Lori Loughlin , Andrea Barber , Scott Weinger.
TGIF was an American prime time television programming block that has aired on ABC at various points since the late 1980s. The name comes from the initials of the popular phrase "Thank God It's Friday"; however, the stars of the lineup touted the initialism meaning "Thank Goodness It's Funny."
TGIF (TV programming block) This is a listing of popular television shows aired on ABC 's TGIF line-up.
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- 'Full House' (1987-1995) Although it only aired as part of the programming block for its first four seasons, Full House is generally the first show people think of when they think of TGIF.
- 'Family Matters' (1989-1998) If Full House represents the original idea of TGIF (a showcase for innocuous, family-friendly sitcoms), Family Matters represents what it eventually turned into, the prime-time sitcom version of hyperactive, saccharine Saturday morning cartoons.
- 'Perfect Strangers' (1986-1993) Perfect Strangers kicked off the TGIF concept, thanks to its early move to Friday nights and the between-show segments that stars Bronson Pinchot and Mark Linn-Baker hosted in character, introducing the other comedies of the night (it also spawned Family Matters as a spin-off).
- 'Step by Step' (1991-1998) There was no crazy high concept to Step by Step, just a modernized version of The Brady Bunch with Suzanne Somers and Patrick Duffy as a widowed mother and a divorced father who impulsively marry and have to integrate their families.
Sep 25, 2014 · The TGIF block encouraged viewers to tune in for the entire evening of programming, rather than just their favorite show. From Family Matters to lesser-known favorites like Hangin' with Mr. Cooper, TGIF shows still hold a special place in the hearts of many '90s kids and television addicts alike. What are the best TGIF shows of the 1990s?
ABC TGIF: Created by Jim Janicek. With Bronson Pinchot, Mark Linn-Baker, Jay Mohr, Ben Savage. A two-hour Friday night block of family sitcoms hosted by the various stars of the shows, TGIF was often supplemented with animation, running skits, and short gags.
