‘The Sixth Sense’ was a 1972 ABC show that followed bizarre stories about ghosts and ESPs. The show did last longer than many others on this list, with two seasons — the first one had 13 episodes, and the second one had 12.
But, despite its spooky premise, the show just didn’t hold up. Even guest appearances from stars like Joan Crawford, Stephanie Powers, and Steve Forrest couldn’t really save the show. It ran for two months and was canceled in December of 1972.
Van Dyke & Company
Casting beloved Dick Van Dyke to star in a show of his own seemed like a sure bet. His show had it all--comedy sketches, singing, and even dancing. It seemed like there's no way this show would ever fail. But, the show had some pretty big competitors to beat, and even Dick Van Dyke wasn't enough to do that.
The production only lasted for 12 episodes, which was unexpected with such a big star attached. Despite only airing from September to December of 1976, the show won an Emmy, but audiences just did not connect, and the show was canceled.
The Snoop Sisters
'The Snoop Sisters' only lasted for four 90-minute episodes. It starred Mildred Natwick and Helen Hayes as retired sisters who try to solve mysteries. Wistfully, the show's four episodes were aired over the span of two years, which made it difficult for audiences to follow or care about the show.
This NBC mystery program ended up being canceled, partly because of a controversy that it sparked when Alice cooper, a popular rock star, appeared on the show. The episode he appeared in was titled 'The Devil Made Me Do It,' and you can guess audiences didn't like that one bit.
Roll Out
'Roll Out' was a CBS show that was set in World War II; it was based on a true story. It followed drivers who were working for the 5050th Trucking Company, a unit that had to deliver supplies to soldiers. During their off time, the drivers would frequent nightclubs near their base.
The idea behind the show was to try and emulate the successful 'M*A*S*H,' but that didn't really work. 'Roll Out' first aired on October 3, 1973, but only made it till January 4, 1974. The show was canceled mid-season with only 12 episodes out of a total of 24 airing.
Project UFO
1778's 'Project UFO' sounds like a show that would draw viewers in, but sadly it just couldn't captivate its audience. The show's debut was on February 19th, and its mission was to try and delve into the mysteries of UFO sighting across the states.
Most of the sighting turned out to be fake, which could be part of the reason the show never really took off. Sure, the show had two seasons but was easily forgotten by the nation after its cancelation in 1979. The concept of uncovering mysteries and giving them a rational explanation just isn't fun.