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With the start of the new TV season, a lot of emphasis is put on new shows – their style, content, performances, stars, etc. But not much is ever mentioned about opening title sequences, those first few crucial moments that can potentially hook the viewer. However, the good folks over at Entertainment Weekly have taken it upon themselves to list the best 15 Classic TV Openers.

I think they have the list all wrong. They highlight shows such as The Six Million Dollar Man, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and Miami Vice. (The only ones I sort of agree with are The Simpsons, The Monkees, Get Smart, and Mission: Impossible).

But I think it’s a generational thing. I didn’t watch many of these “classic” shows as a kid. See, if I was compiling my own list, I would have to highlight more recent opening sequences such as the one to the wonderful and catchy Jem (man, I love those Misfits). Or Beverly Hills, 90210. Or Friends. Or Saved By The Bell – all opening sequences that are instantly recognizable and great to sing/bop along to (well, with the exception of Friends which is merely annoying on the best of days).

The sad thing is, opening sequences are slowly becoming a thing of the past. Notice how Lost, Heroes, Grey’s Anatomy and Brothers & Sisters have all ditched a fun little ditty in favour of a few seconds of a title shot? It’s still a bit too early in this TV season to see what opening title style the new shows have opted for, but keep an eye out – those Sailor Moon-type sing-alongs might no longer be there for you.

What are your favourites?

Posted on Thursday, September 27th, 2007 at 4:50 pm by Soja and is filed under Just For Fun.

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