The Colbys 1985
What is The Colbys?
The Colbys is an American prime time soap opera that originally aired on ABC from November 20, 1985 to March 26, 1987. Produced by Aaron Spelling, the series was a spin-off of Dynasty, which had been the highest rated series for the 1984–1985 U.S.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 49
- Runtime
- 44 minutes
- First aired
- Nov 20, 1985
- Last aired
- Mar 26, 1987
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Drama, Soap
- Updated
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Estimate the schedule using 49 episodes and an average 44-minute runtime.
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Overview
The Colbys is an American prime time soap opera that originally aired on ABC from November 20, 1985 to March 26, 1987. Produced by Aaron Spelling, the series was a spin-off of Dynasty, which had been the highest rated series for the 1984–1985 U.S. television season. The show revolved around another wealthy, upper-class family who were distant relatives of the Carringtons from Dynasty and who owned a large multi-national corporation. Intended to surpass its predecessor in opulence, the series was given an immensely high budget for the era and featured a cast that included several well-known movie stars. The program was designed to capitalize on the success of Dynasty while presenting an even more lavish portrayal of wealthy family dynamics and corporate intrigue.
Should you watch it?
“A lavish soap opera following the wealthy Colby family, spin-off of Dynasty.”
- High production values and star-studded cast
- Rich portrayal of elite family dynamics
- Spin-off continuity with Dynasty
- Short runtime with limited episodes
- May feel dated to modern audiences
You enjoy 1980s prime-time soaps with glamour and family intrigue.
Suitable for fans of classic soap operas with mature themes and dramatic storytelling.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 24 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Celebration Nov 20, 1985
- E2 Conspiracy of Silence Nov 27, 1985
- E3 Moment of Truth Nov 28, 1985
- E4 Family Album Dec 5, 1985
- E5 Shadow of the Past Dec 12, 1985
- E6 A House Divided Dec 19, 1985
- E7 The Reunion Dec 26, 1985
- E8 Fallen Idol Jan 2, 1986
- E9 The Letter Jan 9, 1986
- E10 The Turning Point Jan 16, 1986
- E11 Thursday's Child Jan 30, 1986
- E12 The Pact Feb 6, 1986
- E13 Fallon's Choice Feb 13, 1986
- E14 The Trial Feb 20, 1986
- E15 Burden of Proof Feb 27, 1986
- E16 My Father's House Mar 6, 1986
- E17 The Outcast Mar 13, 1986
- E18 The Wedding Mar 20, 1986
- E19 The Honeymoon Mar 27, 1986
- E20 Double Jeopardy Apr 10, 1986
- E21 A Family Affair Apr 17, 1986
- E22 The Reckoning May 1, 1986
- E23 Anniversary Waltz May 15, 1986
- E24 Checkmate May 22, 1986
Season 2 · 25 episodes
- E1 The Gathering Storm Sep 24, 1986
- E2 No Exit Sep 25, 1986
- E3 Jason's Choice Oct 2, 1986
- E4 The Matchmaker Oct 16, 1986
- E5 Something Old, Something New Oct 23, 1986
- E6 The Gala Oct 30, 1986
- E7 Bloodlines Nov 6, 1986
- E8 Deceptions Nov 13, 1986
- E9 And Baby Makes Four Nov 27, 1986
- E10 Bid for Freedom Dec 4, 1986
- E11 Sanctuary Dec 11, 1986
- E12 Reaching Out Dec 18, 1986
- E13 Power Plays Jan 1, 1987
- E14 The Legacy Jan 7, 1987
- E15 The Home-Wrecker Jan 15, 1987
- E16 Manhunt Jan 22, 1987
- E17 All Fall Down Jan 29, 1987
- E18 Guilty Party Feb 5, 1987
- E19 Fallon's Baby Feb 12, 1987
- E20 Answered Prayers Feb 26, 1987
- E21 Return Engagement Mar 5, 1987
- E22 Devil's Advocate Mar 12, 1987
- E23 Betrayals Mar 19, 1987
- E24 The Dead End Mar 25, 1987
- E25 Crossroads Mar 26, 1987
Frequently asked questions
Is The Colbys connected to Dynasty?
Yes, it is a spin-off featuring distant relatives of the Carringtons from Dynasty.
When did The Colbys air?
It originally aired on ABC from November 20, 1985, to March 26, 1987.
Who produced The Colbys?
It was produced by Aaron Spelling.
What is the show about?
It follows the lives of the wealthy Colby family and their corporate and personal dramas.
Was it successful?
It was intended to match the success of Dynasty but had a shorter run.