Bruce Gowers

Bruce Gowers

Bruce Gowers was an English television director and producer, best known for work on large scale live music and event productions. He started his career in his native England where his landmark music video for Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" brought him international recognition leading to his relocation to the U.S. in the late 1970s. Bruce’s varied career includes credits for the live episodes of American Idol (2001–2010) which he has directed from the start, and awards shows including the Emmys, The MTV Awards, the Billboard Awards and the American Music Awards, event specials including Live Earth, Live 8 and President Bill Clinton’s Inaugural Concert at the Lincoln Memorial and music specials for Michael Jackson and The Jacksons, The Rolling Stones, Ray Charles, Paul McCartney, Rod Stewart and Britney Spears. See credits below. HBO and Showtime provided the opportunity to direct comedy specials with the biggest names in the business: Robin Williams, Billy Crystal, Eddie Murphy and Jerry Seinfeld. For Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and PBS Bruce turned his attention to the popular kids series’ Roundhouse, The Kidsongs TV Show (co-creator), The Amanda Show, All That and the Teen Choice Awards. In the first wave of reality shows, Bruce executive produced and directed The Spectacular World of Guinness Records, America’s Funniest People (co-creator) and This is Your Life. Along the way Bruce has directed documentaries (for the Rolling Stones and Salvador Dali), ice shows, magic shows (Penn and Teller), comedy series (Whose Line is it Anyway), sports (wrestling, soccer and horse racing), talk shows (Tony Tenille), game shows (Family Feud), sitcoms (The Life and Times of Edgar Briggs) and interviews specials (David Frost with various heads of state).

  • Title: Bruce Gowers
  • Popularity: 0.784
  • Known For: Directing
  • Birthday: 1940-12-21
  • Place of Birth: West Kilbride, Ayrshire, Scotland
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Bruce Gowers Movies

  • 2015
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    The 10 Faces of Michael Jackson

    The 10 Faces of Michael Jackson

    5 2015 HD

    This programme reconstructs the many layers of facial cosmetic surgery that Michael Jackson had over the course of his lifetime and asks what the...

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  • 2004
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    The Story of Bohemian Rhapsody

    The Story of Bohemian Rhapsody

    8 2004 HD

    The story behind the epic Queen single.

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  • 1984
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    Billy Crystal: A Comic's Line

    Billy Crystal: A Comic's Line

    2 1984 HD

    In this concert, a take-off on the play "A Chorus Line," comic Billy Crystal uses the premise of auditions for a Broadway musical to play various...

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  • 1986
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    Robin Williams: An Evening at the Met

    Robin Williams: An Evening at the Met

    8.118 1986 HD

    In this hilarious stand up comedy, Robin Williams is energetic, witty and again hilarious. It's the number one stand up comedy of all time.

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  • 1988
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    George Carlin: What Am I Doing in New Jersey?

    George Carlin: What Am I Doing in New Jersey?

    7.2 1988 HD

    George Carlin changes his act by bringing politics into the act, but also talks about the People he can do without, Keeping People Alert, and Cars...

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  • 1983
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    Eddie Murphy: Delirious

    Eddie Murphy: Delirious

    7.7 1983 HD

    Taped live and in concert at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. in August, 1983, Eddie Murphy: Delirious captures Eddie Murphy's wild and...

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  • 1981
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    Rod Stewart: Tonight He's Yours

    Rod Stewart: Tonight He's Yours

    1 1981 HD

    Rod Stewart performs 20 full length songs in this concert special.

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  • 1997
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    Fleetwood Mac: The Dance

    Fleetwood Mac: The Dance

    7.75 1997 HD

    Recorded live at Warner Brothers Studios in Burbank, Fleetwood Mac performs their greatest hits – including the classics 'Rhiannon',...

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  • 1991
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    Paul McCartney: Unplugged

    Paul McCartney: Unplugged

    1 1991 HD

    Unplugged is a live performance by Paul McCartney, recorded 25 January 1991.

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  • 1974
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    Queen: Live at the Rainbow

    Queen: Live at the Rainbow

    7.8 1974 HD

    For long-time fans, this may be the most outstanding concert by Queen. The reason? It gives a perfect overview of an early Queen presentation. The...

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  • 2000
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    Britney Spears - Live and More!

    Britney Spears - Live and More!

    8 2000 HD

    Watch 'Princess of Pop' Britney Spears cavorting in the sun and surf in "Live and More!" Part concert video and part travelogue, this fun-filled tv...

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  • 1981
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    This Is Your Life: 30th Anniversary Special

    This Is Your Life: 30th Anniversary Special

    1 1981 HD

    30th anniversary special of This is Your Life, hosted by David Frost.

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  • 2001
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    Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration

    Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration

    8 2001 HD

    The Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Special was a 2001 New York City revue show by Michael Jackson. It took place on September 7, 2001 and...

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  • 1987
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    Jerry Seinfeld: Stand-Up Confidential

    Jerry Seinfeld: Stand-Up Confidential

    6.2 1987 HD

    Stand-Up Confidential is a 1987 stand-up comedy special and the first starring Jerry Seinfeld with some skit inserts which were co-written by Joel...

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  • 1990
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    Paula Poundstone: Cats, Cops and Stuff

    Paula Poundstone: Cats, Cops and Stuff

    6.5 1990 HD

    Optreden van Paula Poundstone in San Francisco, november 1990.

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  • 1982
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    The Doobie Brothers: Live At The Greek Theatre

    The Doobie Brothers: Live At The Greek Theatre

    1 1982 HD

    Recorded at the Greek Theatre in Berkeley, California in 1982, this concert was the last date on the Doobie Brothers' "Farewell Tour". An emotional...

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  • 2000
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    Jennifer Lopez | Feelin' So Good

    Jennifer Lopez | Feelin' So Good

    9.1 2000 HD

    This DVD includes the following perfomances: If You Had My Love (1999 VH-1 Fashion Awards), If You Had My Love (video) Madison Square Garden...

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  • 1994
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    Nine Inch Nails: Woodstock 94

    Nine Inch Nails: Woodstock 94

    9.5 1994 HD

    Nine Inch Nails’ mud soaked Woodstock '94 performance. A memorable and chaotic show featuring power outages, mud-covered crowd members, and a...

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  • 2002
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    American Idol: The Search For A Superstar

    American Idol: The Search For A Superstar

    8 2002 HD

    How do you turn a talent search into a phenomenon? Simple. You let America be the judge. In the summer of 2002, that's exactly what producer Simon...

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  • 1997
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    Rodney Dangerfield's 75th Birthday Toast

    Rodney Dangerfield's 75th Birthday Toast

    1 1997 HD

    Roast of Rodney Dangerfield recorded in Aspen on his 75th birthday.

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  • 1994
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    Mickey's Fun Songs: Campout at Walt Disney World

    Mickey's Fun Songs: Campout at Walt Disney World

    6.1 1994 HD

    Sing, dance, and play along with Mickey and the gang in fun-filled musical adventures! It's easy as you read the on-screen lyrics to favorite kid...

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  • 1990
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    The Best of All Star Band: Live in Concert

    The Best of All Star Band: Live in Concert

    1 1990 HD

    Whatever You Want - Status Quo Rockin' All Over The World - Status Quo Dirty Water - Status Quo In The Army Now - Status Quo Before You Accuse...

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  • 1997
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    Kidsongs: I Can Do It

    Kidsongs: I Can Do It

    1 1997 HD

    Join the Biggles and the Kidsongs Kids as they explore all the things they know how to do. There are smiles all around as they build sand castles at...

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  • 1994
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    Kidsongs: Country Sing-Along

    Kidsongs: Country Sing-Along

    1 1994 HD

    Starring the Kidsongs Kids and Billy and Ruby Biggle. We're going to the country! First stop, a fabulous ranch for a fun-filled horseback ride, a...

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  • 1997
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    Kidsongs: I Can Do It

    Kidsongs: I Can Do It

    1 1997 HD

    Join the Biggles and the Kidsongs Kids as they explore all the things they know how to do. There are smiles all around as they build sand castles at...

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  • 1994
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    Kidsongs: Country Sing-Along

    Kidsongs: Country Sing-Along

    1 1994 HD

    Starring the Kidsongs Kids and Billy and Ruby Biggle. We're going to the country! First stop, a fabulous ranch for a fun-filled horseback ride, a...

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  • 2004
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    Prince : Musicology Live 2004ever (Live in Los Angeles)

    Prince : Musicology Live 2004ever (Live in Los Angeles)

    9 2004 HD

    Musicology Live 2004ever was a 2004 tour by Prince in North America to promote his Musicology album. The tour lasted from 27 March – 9...

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  • 1990
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    Kidsongs: Ride the Roller Coaster

    Kidsongs: Ride the Roller Coaster

    1 1990 HD

    The Kidsongs Kids go for a wild ride at Six Flags Magic Mountain, singing and dancing all the way. Zoom around on a roller coaster, get soaking wet...

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  • 1990
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    Kidsongs: Ride the Roller Coaster

    Kidsongs: Ride the Roller Coaster

    1 1990 HD

    The Kidsongs Kids go for a wild ride at Six Flags Magic Mountain, singing and dancing all the way. Zoom around on a roller coaster, get soaking wet...

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  • 1995
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    Woodstock 94

    Woodstock 94

    1 1995 HD

    The "sequel" to the first Woodstock concert, during its 25th anniversery, featuring performances from bands like Green Day, Metallica, Cypress Hill,...

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  • 1991
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    The Cure: MTV Unplugged

    The Cure: MTV Unplugged

    7 1991 HD

    The Unplugged show was recorded on January 24th 1991 at MTV Studios, London, first aired on March 3d, 1991.

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  • 1985
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    Rush: Through the Camera Eye

    Rush: Through the Camera Eye

    1 1985 HD

    Through the Camera Eye is a videocassette/laserdisc release by the Canadian band Rush. It was released in 1985 by PolyGram Records. It contains...

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  • 1985
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    Kidsongs: A Day at Old MacDonald's Farm

    Kidsongs: A Day at Old MacDonald's Farm

    1 1985 HD

    Join the Kidsongs Kids for a musical day on the farm and meet all of their animal friends. Milk the cows, feed the piglets, cuddle the ducklings and...

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  • 2010
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    The Best British Rock Concert of All Time, Live at Knebworth

    The Best British Rock Concert of All Time, Live at Knebworth

    7.3 2010 HD

    On the 30th June 1990 in the grounds of Knebworth House a concert was staged to raise funds for Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy and the Brit School For...

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  • 1995
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    Michael Jackson Video Greatest Hits: HIStory

    Michael Jackson Video Greatest Hits: HIStory

    8.4 1995 HD

    This compilation features 10 of Michael Jackson's greatest video hits, including "Billie Jean," "The Way You Make Me Feel," "Black or White," "Rock...

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  • 1981
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    Bob Welch & Friends: Live from the Roxy

    Bob Welch & Friends: Live from the Roxy

    1 1981 HD

    Special recorded for MTV

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  • 1996
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    Paula Poundstone Goes to Harvard

    Paula Poundstone Goes to Harvard

    1 1996 HD

    Stand-up comic Paula Poundstone gives a comedy concert at Harvard University in Cambridge.

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  • 2004
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    Kelly, Ruben & Fantasia: Home for Christmas

    Kelly, Ruben & Fantasia: Home for Christmas

    1 2004 HD

    American Idol winners Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard and Fantasia Barrino join forces and performs some of your favourite Christmas tunes in this FOX...

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  • 2004
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    Genius. A Night for Ray Charles

    Genius. A Night for Ray Charles

    7.1 2004 HD

    A meld of legendary performers and contemporary artists of today who have been influenced by Ray's music perform in this concert extravaganza.

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  • 1993
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    Prince: The Hits Collection

    Prince: The Hits Collection

    8 1993 HD

    The Hits Collection is a collection of music videos released in 1993 to accompany the Prince's greatest hits collection, The Hits/The B-Sides. Being...

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  • 2001
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    Sarah Brightman: La Luna - Live in Concert

    Sarah Brightman: La Luna - Live in Concert

    6.1 2001 HD

    Superstar crossover vocalist Sarah Brightman greets the new millennium with a bold sense of her unique musical niche in this live concert, La Luna....

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  • 1993
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    Pete Townshend Live in New York Featuring Psychoderelict

    Pete Townshend Live in New York Featuring Psychoderelict

    1 1993 HD

    A performance from Townshend's first North American solo tour was broadcast live from the theatre of the Brooklyn Academy of Music in New York in...

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  • 1991
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    Kidsongs: Very Silly Songs

    Kidsongs: Very Silly Songs

    1 1991 HD

    The Kidsongs Kids are swept off to SillyDillyVille and the silliness begins! A walk "Down By The Bay" finds a llama in pajamas, a pet pig who wears a...

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  • 2000
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    Arista Records' 25th Anniversary Celebration

    Arista Records' 25th Anniversary Celebration

    6.5 2000 HD

    Arista's greatest recording artists of the last 25 years gather for this May 15th concert in honor of the record label's 25th anniversary. The highly...

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  • 1990
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    Madonna: The Immaculate Collection

    Madonna: The Immaculate Collection

    8.6 1990 HD

    The Immaculate Collection is the first commercially released greatest videos compilation by singer Madonna. Released on November 13, 1990 to...

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  • 1987
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    Harry Anderson's Sideshow

    Harry Anderson's Sideshow

    1 1987 HD

    Variety magic and comedy.

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  • 1990
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    Richard Lewis: I'm Doomed

    Richard Lewis: I'm Doomed

    7 1990 HD

    Taped in Chicago for HBO in 1990. The sun's too bright, the traffic's going to be bad, there's too many people out there... It's just easier to sit...

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  • 1988
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    Richard Lewis: I'm Exhausted

    Richard Lewis: I'm Exhausted

    8 1988 HD

    The sun's too bright, the traffic's going to be bad, there's too many people out there... It's just easier to sit back on the couch and laugh with...

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  • 1997
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    The Rolling Stones: Bridges to Babylon Tour '97-98

    The Rolling Stones: Bridges to Babylon Tour '97-98

    6.8 1997 HD

    Bridges to Babylon Tour '97–98 by The Rolling Stones is a video from a concert which was filmed in St. Louis, Missouri 12-December-1997 during...

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  • 1970
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    The Rolling Stones: The Marquee Club 1971

    The Rolling Stones: The Marquee Club 1971

    1 1970 HD

    The Marquee Live In 1971' is the latest addition to the series. The show was filmed at London's legendary Marquee club on March 26th 1971, shortly...

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  • 1970
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    1 1970 HD

    Celebrity Duets was an American reality television show of the progressive game-show type, which combined celebrities of different backgrounds with...

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  • 1970
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    5.1 1970 HD

    Each year, hopeful singers from all over the country audition to be part of one of the biggest shows in American television history. Who will become...

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  • 1970
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    6 1970 HD

    Solid Gold was an American syndicated music television series that debuted on September 13, 1980. Like many other shows of its genre, such as...

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  • 1970
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    10 1970 HD

    Kidsongs is an American children's media franchise which includes Kidsongs Music Video Stories on DVD and video, The Kidsongs TV Show, CDs of...

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  • 1970
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    7.7 1970 HD

    Roundhouse is an American sketch comedy television series that aired on Nickelodeon from 1992 through 1996.

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  • 1970
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    10 1970 HD

    Kidsongs is an American children's media franchise which includes Kidsongs Music Video Stories on DVD and video, The Kidsongs TV Show, CDs of...

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