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Don't Touch That Dial! (1982)

1982-12-23 · 1h 0m · EN
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"Don’t Touch That Dial!" is a CBS Reports documentary that explores the creation and production of two American prime-time television series, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and Family Ties. Broadcast in 1982, the film documents how network television programs are developed for a mass audience, focusing on the industrial, creative, and logistical processes behind successful network scheduling.

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Julian KraininDirectorMorley SaferWriter

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Morley SaferMorley SaferReporterPeter CherninPeter CherninSelfDavid GerberDavid GerberSelfGary David GoldbergGary David GoldbergSelfB. Donald GrantB. Donald GrantSelfLee RichLee RichSelfJeff SaganskyJeff SaganskySelfFred SilvermanFred SilvermanSelfBrandon TartikoffBrandon TartikoffSelf

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What is Don't Touch That Dial! about?

"Don’t Touch That Dial!" is a CBS Reports documentary that explores the creation and production of two American prime-time television series, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and Family Ties. Broadcast in 1982, the film documents how network television programs are developed for a mass audience, focusing on the industrial, creative, and logistical processes behind successful network scheduling.

How long is Don't Touch That Dial!?

Don't Touch That Dial! has a runtime of 60 minutes.