Sunshine

Sunshine (1975)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy

Sunshine is a comedy-drama series about a hippie musician named Sam Hayden who is raising his young daughter (Jill) alone after the death of his wife by doing a number of various day jobs and playing in a folk rock trio at night.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 20:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13Why Sam's Paidmai 29, 1975
S01E12Leave It to Weavermai 22, 1975
S01E11Have a Nice Daymai 15, 1975
S01E10Song for Montana - Part 2mai 8, 1975
S01E09Song for Montana - Part 1mai 1, 1975
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Sunshine' from 1975 premiere?

'Sunshine' premiered on September 8, 1975.

Who were the main cast members of 'Sunshine'?

The main cast members of 'Sunshine' were Cliff De Young, Elizabeth Cheshire, and Meg Foster.

What was the genre of 'Sunshine'?

'Sunshine' was a musical comedy television series.

Where was 'Sunshine' set?

'Sunshine' was set in a fictional coastal town called Sandy Harbor.

What was the premise of 'Sunshine'?

'Sunshine' followed the life of a middle-aged hippie and musician named Sam Hayden, who runs a boarding house in Sandy Harbor. The show focused on the quirky and comedic interactions between Sam, the tenants, and the townspeople.

Who created 'Sunshine'?

'Sunshine' was created by Rod Parker and Norman Lear.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Sunshine'?

The first season of 'Sunshine' consisted of 13 episodes.

What notable guest stars appeared on 'Sunshine'?

Notable guest stars on 'Sunshine' included Linda Ronstadt, Mark Hamill, and Bette Midler.

What was the theme song of 'Sunshine'?

The theme song of 'Sunshine' was "Sunshine" performed by Jonathan Edwards.

Did 'Sunshine' receive any awards or nominations?

'Sunshine' was not nominated for any major awards during its run.

How was the reception of 'Sunshine' by critics?

Critics had mixed reviews for 'Sunshine,' with some praising its unique concept and musical numbers, while others felt it lacked depth and struggled to find its audience.

Was 'Sunshine' a commercially successful show?

'Sunshine' did not achieve significant commercial success and was canceled after one season.

Did 'Sunshine' have any notable behind-the-scenes controversies?

No notable behind-the-scenes controversies were associated with 'Sunshine.'

Was 'Sunshine' known for any memorable catchphrases or quotes?

'Sunshine' did not have any particularly memorable catchphrases or quotes.

Did 'Sunshine' have a dedicated fan base?

While 'Sunshine' did not have a large dedicated fan base, it developed a small cult following over the years.

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