| Rank | All-Time Rank | TV Series | Debut Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18 | Cheers | 1982 |
| 2 | 210 | St. Elsewhere | 1982 |
| 3 | 285 | Police Squad! | 1982 |
| 4 | 335 | The Young Ones | 1982 |
| 5 | 336 | Family Ties | 1982 |
| 6 | 353 | Newhart | 1982 |
| 7 | 388 | Late Night with David Letterman | 1982 |
| 8 | 483 | 'Allo 'Allo! | 1982 |
| 9 | 496 | Knight Rider | 1982 |