List of the most memorable live action TV episodes that aired before 2000

The Wear of Spoilers picks the most impactful and memorable live action TV episodes that aired before 2000 .

The Sopranos , All in the Family, The Last One St. Elsewhere and Plato 's Stepchildren are among our picks.

The original Star Trek series may be the original definition of a cult classic.

Plato 's Stepchildren is famous for a scene that is often considered to depict one of the first interracial kisses ever shown on American television.

The Fugitive told the story of Doctor Richard Kimball 's wrongful conviction for his wife's murder and the ensuing search for the real culprit.

Abyssinia Henry started the formerly laugh track Heavy show on a track that would culminate in its barn burner of a series finale.

The Twilight Zone is a shining example of Rod Serling's knack for weird and tragic tales with twist endings.

Maude 's dilemma brought a woman's right to choose to prime time TV.

The Honeymooners got his just desserts in this classic episode.

Lucy Ricardo was the foundational sitcom heroin.