I realize this is a VERY big...and a never-ending subject. The competition is simply tremendous for this category, and it doesn't let up, it just gets worse. Given the fact that I haven't been watching TV since around the late 80's, I am limited to naming older shows. I bet there are some now that are at least as bad...maybe even worse than the worst of the oldies.

What comes to mind? Well...

Gilligan's Island (!)
The Beverly Hillbillies (!!)

and (drum roll....................)

Three's Company (!!!)

Those ones had it all. Terrible initial premise. Terrible acting. Dreadful scripts. Pitiful dialogue. Relentless, mindless, inane stupidity of the most repetitive and predictable sort. What more could you possibly ask for in a really bad TV show?

I think that "Three's Company" was the most annoying, though, and that's not something to sneeze at. John Ritter, be proud!

So, what are your picks for worst TV shows ever?