Love Boat, The (TV Series)

Aroview: As infectious and appealing as its theme song, this Aaron Spelling-produced mega-hit offered cruisy relaxation and sunny escapism for millions of viewers with its weekly enticement of romance for the crew of the Pacific Princess and their hundreds of guest-starring passengers.

With its looking-for-love theme providing infinite permutations and storylines, this long-running show became a showcase for the who's-who of Hollywood celebrities (though often past their prime), and an iconic touchstone of 70's television.