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The Best 80s TV Show Themes

Ben Holmes September 12, 2025 6:34 am Last Updated on February 27, 2026 2:40 pm

The 80s gave us so many great and sometimes wonderfully cheesy TV shows, and the theme songs that kicked them off were no exception.
Here are some of my favorite 80s TV show themes. You might not have seen all of these shows—I haven’t seen most of them myself—but I bet you’ve heard at least a few of their iconic intros.

THE A TEAM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyz_2DEah4o&list=PL6z6OgcOWW85HpkeoNwQQtw-qpGvPXM7i

CHEERS

DALLAS

The Beachcombers

MACGYVER

LITTLEST HOBO

Ben Holmes

Ben Holmes has lived on the South Shore of Nova Scotia for most of his life and has a deep passion for the culture and community of Nova Scotia and the Maritimes. He believes strongly in the importance of radio and other local media, and the role they play in keeping communities informed, connected, and entertained.
He is the host of “Breakfast With Ben” on CKBW in Bridgewater. When he is not talking, at least not into a microphone, Ben enjoys spending time outdoors, cycling, watching films, taking road trips, and being around family and friends.

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