Earthquake!: Rare L.A. documentary, 1973

If you’ve got 27 minutes to spare you’ll want to watch this fascinating documentary on the February 9th, 1971 Sylmar earthquake (San Fernando Valley/Los Angeles, CA). The film was produced in 1973 and combines actual footage from the day of … Continue reading →

Funshine Friday: Inch High, Private Eye

Hanna-Barbera’s Inch High, Private Eye originally ran for 13 episodes on NBC from September, 1973 – August, 1974. The animated series featured the voice of Lennie Weinrib (H.R. Pufnstuf) as Inch. Inch did his dangerously comical work for the Finkerton … Continue reading →

Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Friends of Eddie Coyle’ (1973)

With friends like these… The Friends of Eddie Coyle, 1973 The Friends of Eddie Coyle, based on a book by George V. Higgins, hit theaters in June of 1973. This Boston-based crime saga was directed by Peter Yates and stars … Continue reading →

Funshine Friday: Mission: Magic!

Filmation’s Mission: Magic! first aired September through December, 1973 on ABC. 16 episodes of this animated series were produced and they featured the voice and likeness of actor and singer Rick Springfield. Springfield, aged 23 and still sporting an Australian … Continue reading →

Show Toppers: ‘Kojak’ (’73 -’78)

It’s time to launch a new reoccurring segment here at Bionic Disco with the catchy title of “Show Toppers.” Herein, we’ll post intros for television shows of the 1970s – both well-known and obscure. Let’s start things off with a … Continue reading →

Brady Bunch Moments: Whipped cream wipe-out

On this installment of “BBM” we feature the flavorful, October 26, 1973, “Marcia Gets Creamed” episode from the final season of The Brady Bunch. Marcia and Jan are working at Mr. Haskell’s ice cream shop when Marcia’s boyfriend walks in … Continue reading →