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1. Little House Years (1979 TV Movie)
132 min | Drama, Family
"Little House on the Prairie" Thanksgiving clip show in which Laura Ingalls reminisces about the Ingalls' journeys and struggles during a family Thanksgiving gathering.
Director: Michael Landon | Stars: Michael Landon, Karen Grassle, Melissa Gilbert, Melissa Sue Anderson
Votes: 341
2. Landing of the Pilgrims (1940)
7 min | Animation, Short
A tongue-in-cheek story of the Pilgrims arriving in the New World.
Director: Connie Rasinski
Votes: 32
3.
The Magical World of Disney (1954–1997)
Episode:
The Thanksgiving Promise
(1986)
Unrated | 90 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
A teenage boy is torn between his love for an injured Canadian goose that he has found and his agreement to fatten and kill it for an approaching Thanksgiving dinner for his neighbors.
Director: Beau Bridges | Stars: Beau Bridges, Millie Perkins, Courtney Thorne-Smith, Ed Lauter
Votes: 189
4.
3rd Rock from the Sun (1996–2001)
Episode:
Gobble, Gobble, Dick, Dick
(1996)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi
It's Thanksgiving. Unfortunately, the Solomons don't have a clue what Thanksgiving is. Mrs. Dubcek and her daughter Vicky help them.
Director: Robert Berlinger | Stars: John Lithgow, Kristen Johnston, French Stewart, Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Votes: 416
5.
7th Heaven (1996–2007)
Episode:
Thanksgiving
(2004)
TV-PG | 44 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
With Thanksgiving approaching, everyone seems to be planning something different. Lucy wants to host the big meal, Simon wants to stay at college, Mary is staying in Puerto Rico, and the others also have different plans. Annie is upset.
Director: Harry Harris | Stars: Stephen Collins, Catherine Hicks, Barry Watson, David Gallagher
Votes: 63
6.
7th Heaven (1996–2007)
Episode:
Last Call for Aunt Julie
(1996)
TV-PG | 44 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
Matt, Mary, and Lucy make plans to get away from the family for Thanksgiving, but when Eric's sister Julie comes to spend the holidays with them, plans are changed. After the family finds ... See full summary »
Director: Joel J. Feigenbaum | Stars: Stephen Collins, Catherine Hicks, Barry Watson, David Gallagher
Votes: 125
7.
7th Heaven (1996–2007)
Episode:
Turkey
(2005)
TV-PG | 44 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
Ruthie becomes the subject of a shocking rumor.
Director: Michael Preece | Stars: Stephen Collins, Catherine Hicks, David Gallagher, Beverley Mitchell
Votes: 58
8.
8 Simple Rules (2002–2005)
Episode:
Paul Meets His Match
(2002)
TV-PG | 20 min | Comedy, Drama
Paul wants to have a quiet Thanksgiving with just the family. Kerry comes downstairs with boyfriend Jason and irritates her father. Paul reinforces the rule about no boys upstairs when ... See full summary »
Director: James Widdoes | Stars: John Ritter, Katey Sagal, Kaley Cuoco, Amy Davidson
Votes: 152
9.
8 Simple Rules (2002–2005)
Episode:
Thanksgiving Guest
(2004)
TV-PG | Comedy, Drama
The Hennessys' garage has burnt on the Thanksgiving and the insurance company man is investigating the cause. C.J. had a turkey fryer in there, but is it absolutely sure that it started the fire?
Director: James Widdoes | Stars: Katey Sagal, Kaley Cuoco, Amy Davidson, Martin Spanjers
Votes: 95
10.
8 Simple Rules (2002–2005)
Episode:
The First Thanksgiving
(2003)
TV-PG | 20 min | Comedy, Drama
Cate's determined to have the traditional Thanksgiving with the family even without Paul. When the girls say they want to go to a party, she tells them to bring their dates to dinner ... See full summary »
Director: James Widdoes | Stars: Katey Sagal, Kaley Cuoco, Amy Davidson, Martin Spanjers
Votes: 111
11.
The A-Team (1983–1987)
Episode:
Family Reunion
(1986)
TV-PG | 48 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
On Thanksgiving, General Stockwells orders the A-Team to reunite a wanted criminal, A.J. Bancroft, with his daughter Ellen within 24 hours. In return, Bancroft will provide evidence that ... See full summary »
Director: James Darren | Stars: George Peppard, Dirk Benedict, Dwight Schultz, Eddie Velez
Votes: 261
12.
ALF (1986–1990)
Episode:
Turkey in the Straw: Part 1
(1988)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi
ALF already ate the Thanksgiving turkey - raw. Willie fails to find a new one, so Raquel invites the Tanners over. A storm arrives as does the neighborhood bum ("a homeless person"), since ALF has been leaving food and clothes for him.
Director: Nick Havinga | Stars: Max Wright, Anne Schedeen, Andrea Elson, Benji Gregory
Votes: 263
13.
ALF (1986–1990)
Episode:
Turkey in the Straw: Part 2
(1988)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Sci-Fi
Pete has called the Alien Task Force. He has been told to keep ALF occupied until Sergeant Fox and his men arrive to capture him. Dead or alive. Will Pete sell ALF out after he's talked with him for a while? Will he?
Director: Nick Havinga | Stars: Max Wright, Anne Schedeen, Andrea Elson, Benji Gregory
Votes: 266
14.
According to Jim (2001–2009)
Episode:
Thanksgiving Confidential
(2002)
TV-PG | 20 min | Comedy, Romance
Cheryl and Jim are organizing the school's Thanksgiving Day play, and when they are alone on the set, they decide to get intimate. Andy and the PTA President walk in on them, and the story gets spread. Cheryl is dismissed from the play.
Director: Philip Charles MacKenzie | Stars: Jim Belushi, Courtney Thorne-Smith, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Larry Joe Campbell
Votes: 167
15.
According to Jim (2001–2009)
Episode:
The Hunters
(2004)
TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy, Romance
Jim and Andy want to prove they have the manly hunt and kill instincts by going out to shoot their own turkey for Thanksgiving. Their plan backfires when Jim is chased and bitten by a 40-pound turkey.
Director: Mark Cendrowski | Stars: Jim Belushi, Courtney Thorne-Smith, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Larry Joe Campbell
Votes: 162
16.
The Agency (2001–2003)
Episode:
Thanksgiving
(2002)
TV-14 | Drama, Thriller
The agents have to put their Thanksgiving plans on hold when they learn that Stiles has been missing for four days in Kiev, where he was sent to shut down an arms dealer.
Stars: Beau Bridges, Rocky Carroll, Paige Turco, Jason O'Mara
Votes: 18
17.
Alias (2001–2006)
Episode:
Color Blind
(2001)
TV-14 | 45 min | Action, Drama, Mystery
Trapped in the Romanian asylum run by the Russian spy group, K-Directorate, Sydney befriends amnesiac agent Mark Shephard. Sloane and Alliance representative Alain Christophe come to conclusion that SD-6 has mole(s) and plan a trap.
Director: Jack Bender | Stars: Jennifer Garner, Ron Rifkin, Michael Vartan, Bradley Cooper
Votes: 654
18.
Alice (1976–1985)
Episode:
Alice's Turkey of a Thanksgiving
(1982)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Alice's Thanksgiving dinner is ruined by her mother.
Director: Mel Ferber | Stars: Linda Lavin, Vic Tayback, Beth Howland, Philip McKeon
Votes: 60
19.
Alice (1976–1985)
Episode:
Who Ordered the Hot Turkey?
(1978)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
The turkeys Mel bought are hot even before they're put in the oven.
Director: William Asher | Stars: Linda Lavin, Vic Tayback, Beth Howland, Philip McKeon
Votes: 76
20.
All of Us (2003–2023)
Episode:
Parents Just Don't Understand
(2004)
TV-PG | 20 min | Comedy
When Tia's dad Lucas joins the family for Thanksgiving dinner, he is immediately taken by Neesee's mom Kate and spends the entire meal flirting with her, while she wants nothing to do with ... See full summary »
Director: Debbie Allen | Stars: Duane Martin, LisaRaye McCoy, Elise Neal, Khamani Griffin
Votes: 67
21.
Ally McBeal (1997–2002)
Episode:
Troubled Water
(1999)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
It's Thanksgiving, and Ally has invited everybody to her place, but the number of affairs that have occurred is too much for Ally to handle. In Tracey's office, Ally tries to work things ... See full summary »
Director: Joanna Kerns | Stars: Calista Flockhart, Courtney Thorne-Smith, Greg Germann, Lisa Nicole Carson
Votes: 168
22.
Ally McBeal (1997–2002)
Episode:
You Never Can Tell
(1998)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
The whole firm is angry at Richard for accepting another ridiculous lawsuit that Ling has come up with, but as usual, Richard has no problem telling it as he sees it. Renee sets Ally up on ... See full summary »
Director: Adam Nimoy | Stars: Calista Flockhart, Courtney Thorne-Smith, Greg Germann, Lisa Nicole Carson
Votes: 177
23.
Archie Bunker's Place (1979–1983)
Episode:
Thanksgiving Reunion: Part 1
(1979)
TV-PG | 43 min | Comedy
Mike and Gloria (don't forget little Joey) come back to New York to celebrate Thanksgiving with the Bunkers. But Mike's got some devastating secrets to hide: He's been fired from his ... See full summary »
Director: Paul Bogart | Stars: Carroll O'Connor, Jean Stapleton, Martin Balsam, Danielle Brisebois
Votes: 68
24.
Archie Bunker's Place (1979–1983)
Episode:
Thanksgiving Reunion: Part 2
(1979)
TV-PG | Comedy
The Stivics wonder how they will cope with Mike being jobless. Mike goes to Archie to air his grievances, and in a show of sympathy and support, he decides to loan him some money until he can find another job.
Director: Paul Bogart | Stars: Carroll O'Connor, Jean Stapleton, Martin Balsam, Danielle Brisebois
Votes: 71
25.
Barney Miller (1975–1982)
Episode:
Thanksgiving Story
(1977)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
The detectives clean up the mess after three mental patients have Thanksgiving dinner at an automat.
Director: David Swift | Stars: Hal Linden, Max Gail, Ron Glass, Jack Soo
Votes: 110
26.
Becker (1998–2004)
Episode:
Sister Spoils the Turkey
(2003)
TV-PG | Comedy
Becker's and Chris's plans for a quiet Thanksgiving dinner with a few guests are disrupted by the appearance of Chris' sister.
Director: Darryl Bates | Stars: Ted Danson, Nancy Travis, Hattie Winston, Shawnee Smith
Votes: 98
27.
The Bernie Mac Show (2001–2023)
Episode:
Thanksgiving
(2004)
Not Rated | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
The Mac family is invited over to one of Vanessa's teachers for Thanksgiving dinner; who are all vegetarians.
Director: Reginald Hudlin | Stars: Bernie Mac, Kellita Smith, Jeremy Suarez, Dee Dee Davis
Votes: 40
28.
The Beverly Hillbillies (1962–1971)
Episode:
Elly's First Date
(1962)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Family
Mr. Drysdale convinces his self-absorbed stepson Sonny to date Elly May to Mrs. Drysdale's consternation, while Granny and Jed make preparations for Thanksgiving.
Director: Richard Whorf | Stars: Buddy Ebsen, Irene Ryan, Donna Douglas, Max Baer Jr.
Votes: 182
29.
The Beverly Hillbillies (1962–1971)
Episode:
The Thanksgiving Spirit
(1968)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family
The Clampetts spend Thanksgiving in Hooterville.
Director: Joseph Depew | Stars: Buddy Ebsen, Irene Ryan, Donna Douglas, Max Baer Jr.
Votes: 83
30.
The Beverly Hillbillies (1962–1971)
Episode:
Turkey Day
(1963)
Not Rated | 30 min | Comedy, Family
Elly bonds with the Thanksgiving turkey so the family can't bring themselves to kill it; Mrs Drysdale hires some Indians to take a Thanksgiving picture, which puts Granny on the warpath.
Director: Richard Whorf | Stars: Buddy Ebsen, Irene Ryan, Donna Douglas, Max Baer Jr.
Votes: 130
31.
Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990–2000)
Episode:
Breast Side Up
(1995)
TV-PG | 44 min | Drama, Romance
Donna invites NFL quarterback Steve Young over at Casa Walsh for Thanksgiving, one of two surprises she plans for Joe's birthday on that same day. But Donna later learns that she and Joe ... See full summary »
Director: David Semel | Stars: Jason Priestley, Jennie Garth, Ian Ziering, Brian Austin Green
Votes: 123
32.
Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990–2000)
Episode:
If I Had a Hammer
(1996)
TV-PG | 44 min | Drama, Romance
During an argument with Donna in the student union, David throws a tantrum and cuts his hand on a glass. He must see a psychiatrist after displaying hostile behavior toward the ER staff. ... See full summary »
Director: Jason Priestley | Stars: Jason Priestley, Jennie Garth, Ian Ziering, Brian Austin Green
Votes: 112
33.
Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990–2000)
Episode:
Radar Love
(1993)
TV-PG | 45 min | Drama, Romance
After mistaking a woman at a rural filling station for his former girlfriend Emily Valentine, Brandon decides to visit Emily's home in Marin County north of San Francisco. He learns that ... See full summary »
Director: Paul Schneider | Stars: Jason Priestley, Shannen Doherty, Jennie Garth, Ian Ziering
Votes: 171
34.
Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990–2000)
Episode:
The Kindness of Strangers
(1992)
TV-PG | 46 min | Drama, Romance
A rainy Thanksgiving brings uneasy get togetherness when Brandon brings over Jack Canner, the homeless man he tried to help out the previous summer, after Nikki leaves town to visit her ... See full summary »
Director: Richard Lang | Stars: Jason Priestley, Shannen Doherty, Jennie Garth, Ian Ziering
Votes: 182
35.
Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990–2000)
Episode:
What's in a Name
(1999)
TV-PG | 44 min | Drama, Romance
Janet goes into premature labor near the end of the honeymoon and gives birth to a baby girl, while Steve maintains a vigil through the week as he worries about the safety of Janet and ... See full summary »
Director: Christopher Hibler | Stars: Jennie Garth, Ian Ziering, Brian Austin Green, Tori Spelling
Votes: 93
36.
Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990–2000)
Episode:
You Say Goodbye, I Say Hello
(1998)
TV-PG | 44 min | Drama, Romance
Donna's distant cousin, Gina Kincaid, arrives in town for Thanksgiving where she fibs a little about her failed ice-skating career, and secretly shows her true arrogant colors while casting... See full summary »
Director: Michael Lange | Stars: Jennie Garth, Ian Ziering, Brian Austin Green, Tori Spelling
Votes: 118
37.
Bewitched (1964–1972)
Episode:
Samantha's Thanksgiving to Remember
(1967)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Through the bumbling magic of Aunt Clara, the Stephens family and Mrs. Kravitz spend Thanksgiving with the original pilgrims in 1620.
Director: Richard Kinon | Stars: Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, Agnes Moorehead, Erin Murphy
Votes: 321
38.
The Bob Newhart Show (1972–1978)
Episode:
An American Family
(1974)
TV-PG | 26 min | Comedy
Emily's parents and Bob's parents arrive to celebrate Thanksgiving with Bob & Emily. All sets of families have their own idea of traditions and meal fixings. Bob's mother and Emily's father insult each other the day before Thanksgiving.
Director: Peter Bonerz | Stars: Bob Newhart, Suzanne Pleshette, Peter Bonerz, Bill Daily
Votes: 129
39.
The Bob Newhart Show (1972–1978)
Episode:
Over the River and Through the Woods
(1975)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy
With Emily out of town, Bob spends Thanksgiving with Jerry and Mr Carlin watching a football game. They proceed to get drunk and try to order Moo Goo Gai Pan from a Chinese restaurant for dinner.
Director: James Burrows | Stars: Bob Newhart, Suzanne Pleshette, Peter Bonerz, Bill Daily
Votes: 219
40.
Boston Public (2000–2006)
Episode:
Chapter Five
(2000)
60 min | Comedy, Drama
It's Thanksgiving week, but no one seems particularly grateful. Guber, for example, is still upset over his onstage serenade at the charity show. Football player Jason Harrelson broke bully... See full summary »
Director: Rachel Talalay | Stars: Jessalyn Gilsig, Chi McBride, Anthony Heald, Nicky Katt
Votes: 41
41.
Boy Meets World (1993–2000)
Episode:
Chasing Angela: Part 2
(1997)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
Cory tells Shawn about the lost purse mix-up and Shawn realizes he might be in love with Angela. However, Angela might not feel the same way. Across town, Jack and Eric are nervous about ... See full summary »
Director: Alan Myerson | Stars: Ben Savage, William Daniels, Betsy Randle, Will Friedle
Votes: 233
42.
Boy Meets World (1993–2000)
Episode:
Turkey Day
(1996)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
After learning about prejudice among the tribes of Africa, Cory & Shawn want to have their families celebrate Thanksgiving together.
Director: Jeff McCracken | Stars: Ben Savage, William Daniels, Betsy Randle, Will Friedle
Votes: 255
43.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997–2003)
Episode:
Pangs
(1999)
TV-PG | 43 min | Action, Drama, Fantasy
On Thanksgiving, Buffy encounters the spirit of a Native American warrior whose people were wiped out by settlers.
Director: Michael Lange | Stars: Sarah Michelle Gellar, Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, James Marsters
Votes: 3,542
44.
Caroline in the City (1995–1999)
Episode:
Caroline and the Balloon
(1995)
TV-14 | 21 min | Comedy, Romance
All the gang get together to walk a 'Caroline in the City' balloon in the Thanksgiving Day parade. Unfortunately, Shelly's actions result in the balloon being released and subsequently causing havoc.
Director: Tom Cherones | Stars: Lea Thompson, Eric Lutes, Malcolm Gets, Amy Pietz
Votes: 64
45.
Cheers (1982–1993)
Episode:
Ill-Gotten Gaines
(1992)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
On Thanksgiving, all the orphaned bar regulars gather for dinner at Cheers. These include recently-separated Frasier and his son Frederick; Carla and three of her kids--Lucinda, Jesse, and ... See full summary »
Director: James Burrows | Stars: Ted Danson, Kirstie Alley, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger
Votes: 419
46.
Cheers (1982–1993)
Episode:
Thanksgiving Orphans
(1986)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Thanksgiving is approaching and no one has anything to do except Diane, who is among a select few graduate students one of her professors has asked to spend Thanksgiving with his family, ... See full summary »
Director: James Burrows | Stars: Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger
Votes: 782
47.
Chicago Hope (1994–2000)
Episode:
Tantric Turkey
(1998)
TV-14 | Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Thanksgiving at Chicago Hope. Billy's mom shows up for Thanksgiving and goes into labour. A 13 year old Buddhist Llama is admitted under Dr. Yates with cardiac concerns and anxiety. Aaron ... See full summary »
Director: John Heath | Stars: Christine Lahti, Adam Arkin, Eric Stoltz, Peter Berg
Votes: 32
48.
Clueless (1996–1999)
Episode:
Never P.E.T.A. Squirrel
(1998)
TV-G | Comedy
Mel hires a pest exterminator to rid the Horowitz home of a squirrel. The exterminator turns out to be the former shop teacher Mr Hubley, who Cher and Dee got sacked. It turns out to be an eventful day.
Director: Tim O'Donnell | Stars: Rachel Blanchard, Stacey Dash, Donald Faison, Elisa Donovan
Votes: 12
49.
Complete Savages (2004–2005)
Episode:
Thanksgiving with the Savages
(2004)
TV-PG | Comedy
For once, his brothers are jealous of Sam now steady date Angela invites him to her parents' Thanksgiving diner. That requires bailing dad's favorite, boys-only holiday- even the Three ... See full summary »
Director: Daniel Stern | Stars: Keith Carradine, Erik von Detten, Andrew Eiden, Shaun Sipos
Votes: 58
50.
The Cosby Show (1984–1992)
Episode:
Cliff's Wet Adventure
(1989)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Romance
Claire sends Cliff to the store to buy some stuff for Thanksgiving dinner on a very rainy day and he returns soaking wet. Unfortunately he keeps forgetting some products and Claire sends ... See full summary »
Director: Jay Sandrich | Stars: Bill Cosby, Phylicia Rashad, Sabrina Le Beauf, Geoffrey Owens
Votes: 172