America's Funniest Home Videos 1989
What is America's Funniest Home Videos?
America's Funniest Home Videos is a television series that premiered on November 27, 1989. Recognized as the longest-running primetime entertainment show in the history of the ABC network, the program features home videos submitted by viewers from across the United States.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 798
- First aired
- Nov 26, 1989
- Last aired
- Apr 26, 2026
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Comedy, Talk, Reality
- Updated
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America's Funniest Home Videos is a television series that premiered on November 27, 1989. Recognized as the longest-running primetime entertainment show in the history of the ABC network, the program features home videos submitted by viewers from across the United States. These submissions capture various comedic moments, including failures and fiascos, which are showcased to the audience on a weekly basis. Participants submit their own mishaps for a chance at stardom. Throughout its history, the series has featured several hosts, including Bob Saget, Tom Bergeron, and Alfonso Ribeiro, with Jess Harnell also credited as part of the production. The show is directed by Vin Di Bona. As a long-standing fixture of American television, the series continues to focus on the presentation of user-generated content that highlights humorous situations. By providing a platform for home video submissions, the show maintains its format of sharing comedic clips with its viewership.
Should you watch it?
“Viewers submit and watch hilarious home videos featuring everyday mishaps for a chance at television stardom.”
- showcases real-life funny moments
- features viewer-submitted content
- relies on slapstick humor
Watch it if you enjoy watching real people experience funny accidents and lighthearted fiascos.
The program features mild slapstick humor and physical comedy suitable for a general audience.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 16 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Pilot Jan 14, 1990
- E2 Weddings Jan 21, 1990
- E3 February 4, 1990 Feb 4, 1990
- E4 February 11, 1990 Feb 11, 1990
- E5 February 18, 1990 Feb 18, 1990
- E6 March 4, 1990 Mar 4, 1990
- E7 March 11, 1990 Mar 11, 1990
- E8 March 18, 1990 Mar 18, 1990
- E9 April 1, 1990 Apr 1, 1990
- E10 April 8, 1990 Apr 8, 1990
- E11 April 15, 1990 Apr 15, 1990
- E12 April 29, 1990 Apr 29, 1990
- E13 May 6, 1990 May 6, 1990
- E14 May 13, 1990 May 13, 1990
- E15 May 20, 1990 May 20, 1990
- E16 Grand-prize winner May 20, 1990
Season 2 · 25 episodes
- E1 Belly-flop: back-flips; lizards Sep 16, 1990
- E2 Bride reconsiders; man and beached boat. Sep 23, 1990
- E3 Violin; canoe; felines; toddlers eating Sep 30, 1990
- E4 Dog hoses a man down; "singing" horse Oct 7, 1990
- E5 October 14, 1990 Oct 14, 1990
- E6 Sky divers; landings; cats; dancing Oct 28, 1990
- E7 November 4, 1990 Nov 4, 1990
- E8 Finalists vie for prize; past shows Nov 11, 1990
- E9 Boxers; stuffing chicken; Batman Nov 18, 1990
- E10 November 25, 1990 Nov 25, 1990
- E11 December 2, 1990 Dec 2, 1990
- E12 December 16, 1990 Dec 16, 1990
- E13 January 6, 1991 Jan 6, 1991
- E14 Martial-artists; golfers; dog Jan 13, 1991
- E15 January 20, 1991 Jan 20, 1991
- E16 Finalists vie for the grand prize Feb 3, 1991
- E17 Karate; dog; birthday candles Feb 10, 1991
- E18 Cat climbs; dog: resemblance Feb 17, 1991
- E19 Primping; wrestling; punching bag Feb 24, 1991
- E20 Mount mule Mar 10, 1991
- E21 March 17, 1991 Mar 17, 1991
- E22 Toddler helps; dog; hamster Apr 7, 1991
- E23 April 28, 1991 Apr 28, 1991
- E24 Wedding fun May 5, 1991
- E25 Grand-prize winner is announced May 12, 1991
Season 3 · 25 episodes
- E1 September 22, 1991 Sep 22, 1991
- E2 September 29, 1991 Sep 29, 1991
- E3 October 6, 1991 Oct 6, 1991
- E4 Bride and groom; horses; partygoer Oct 13, 1991
- E5 Bicyclists exchange vows; dogs; waiters Oct 20, 1991
- E6 Davy Crockett cap; dragon; dancing Oct 27, 1991
- E7 Man vs. goat; reflection; TV-ad Nov 3, 1991
- E8 Baths; rabbit; swimming Nov 10, 1991
- E9 $100,000 grand prize awarded Nov 17, 1991
- E10 Jumping horse; bat; cat plays golf Nov 24, 1991
- E11 December 8, 1991 Dec 8, 1991
- E12 High jump; water-skier; breath Dec 22, 1991
- E13 Children react to Christmas gifts Jan 5, 1992
- E14 January 19, 1992 Jan 19, 1992
- E15 Girl makes mess blowing out candles Feb 2, 1992
- E16 March 1, 1992 Mar 1, 1992
- E17 Father puts hat on baby Mar 15, 1992
- E18 Toddler looks for Easter eggs Apr 5, 1992
- E19 Basketball; man vs. dog Apr 26, 1992
- E20 May 3, 1992 May 3, 1992
- E21 May 10, 1992 May 10, 1992
- E22 The $100,000 grand prize is awarded May 17, 1992
- E23 Show 64 May 3, 1992
- E24 Show 65 May 10, 1992
- E25 Show 66
Season 4 · 25 episodes
- E1 September 20, 1992 Sep 20, 1992
- E2 Bath; car bucks driver; puppy sleeps Sep 27, 1992
- E3 Dogs; goat; kindergarten graduation Oct 4, 1992
- E4 Ice cream truck passes by toddlers Oct 18, 1992
- E5 Child dumps ice water; dogs chase stick Oct 25, 1992
- E6 Mothers barnyard sounds soothe baby Nov 1, 1992
- E7 November 8, 1992 Nov 8, 1992
- E8 Cranky baby; tot's description Nov 15, 1992
- E9 November 22, 1992 Nov 22, 1992
- E10 Child's hidden-camera trick goes awry Nov 29, 1992
- E11 Bride plays drum at reception Dec 13, 1992
- E12 Child tells mother he saw Santa Dec 20, 1992
- E13 Performer perseveres Jan 3, 1993
- E14 Owner plays with chihuahua Jan 10, 1993
- E15 Crab on sunbather; tot teaches baby Jan 24, 1993
- E16 Beachcomber; distracted performer Feb 14, 1993
- E17 Nine vie for the $100,000 prize Feb 21, 1993
- E18 Toddlers perch atop washer Feb 28, 1993
- E19 Rocking-horse race; bug scares girl Mar 14, 1993
- E20 Tot sinks putt; girls first bra Mar 21, 1993
- E21 Bribe flubs vows; tot streaks Mar 28, 1993
- E22 Sleeping baby; dog jumps through screen Apr 18, 1993
- E23 Kindergarten singer; an agile cat May 2, 1993
- E24 Kids bad haircut; ill-fitting gown May 9, 1993
- E25 Seven finalists vie for $100,000 May 16, 1993
Season 5 · 22 episodes
- E1 Toy dizzies tot; dog sees reflection Sep 19, 1993
- E2 Bloody nose interrupts speech Sep 26, 1993
- E3 Tot interview at beauty pageant Oct 3, 1993
- E4 Ocean wave interrupts video taping Oct 10, 2003
- E5 World Series; showering horse Oct 17, 1993
- E6 Biting turtle; mother caught in tire Oct 31, 1993
- E7 Cat attacks dog; sister; pilot Nov 7, 1993
- E8 Seven videos vie for $100,000 prize Nov 14, 1993
- E9 Retrospective on the first 100 shows Nov 21, 1993
- E10 Retrospective on memorable clips Nov 21, 1993
- E11 Thanksgiving; boy; bird Nov 28, 1993
- E12 December 12, 1993 Dec 12, 1993
- E13 Unhappy birthday Jan 2, 1994
- E14 Bicyclist; Dracula; cat; egg-cracking Jan 9, 1994
- E15 January 23, 1994 Jan 23, 1994
- E16 Finalists vie for the grand prize Feb 6, 1994
- E17 February 13, 1994 Feb 13, 1994
- E18 Patriot; karate kick Feb 27, 1994
- E19 Cats affection Mar 13, 1994
- E20 Cockatiels; grandmother tends bar Mar 27, 1994
- E21 Mother in drain: disrespect May 1, 1994
- E22 Five finalists vie for the grand prize May 22, 1994
Frequently asked questions
What is the show about?
The program highlights funny home videos submitted by viewers featuring various mishaps and fiascos.
How long has the show been on air?
It is the longest-running primetime entertainment show in ABC history.
Can viewers participate?
Yes, fans can submit their own home videos for a chance to be featured on the show.
What kind of content is featured?
The show spotlights hilarious videos, failures, and accidental moments captured by everyday people.
Where does the content come from?
The videos are submitted by fans of the program.