The 15 Most Bizarre ’70s and ’80s TV Spin-Offs

Television in the 1970s and 1980s was full of experimentation, especially when it came to spin-offs. Networks were eager to extend popular shows, sometimes in ways that felt natural, but often in ways that were surprisingly strange. Characters were transplanted into entirely new settings, tones shifted dramatically, and familiar concepts were stretched to their limits. The result was a wave of spin-offs that ranged from slightly inspired to outright baffling. Yes, some found modest success, but most others quickly faded. These entries highlight some of the most unusual examples, where the connection to the original show seems anecdotal at best. The post The 15 Most Bizarre ’70s and ’80s TV Spin-Offs appeared first on Den of Geek.