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All That Glitters

197730m1 seasons65 episodesDrama

All That Glitters is an American situation comedy television series by producer Norman Lear. It consisted of 65 episodes and aired between April 18 and July 15, 1977 in broadcast syndication. The show, a spoof of the soap opera format, depicted the trials and tribulations of a group of executives at the Globatron corporation. The twist of the series was that it was set within a world of complete role-reversal: Women were the "stronger sex," the executives and breadwinners, while the "weaker sex" – the men – were the secretaries or stay-at-home househusbands. Men were often treated as sex objects. The series features Eileen Brennan, Greg Evigan, Lois Nettleton, Gary Sandy, Tim Thomerson and Jessica Walter. Comic actor and cartoon voice artist Chuck McCann was also a regular. Linda Gray played transgender fashion model Linda Murkland, the first transgender series regular on American television. Before and after its premiere, All That Glitters was negatively received and the series lasted just 13 weeks.

Episodes

Apr 18, 197723m

Michael tells Andrea that he wants to marry her and that it would not interfere with her career aspirations. Glen prepares to impress Joan Hamblyn. Globatron is a buzz with L.W. Carruthers popping in. Christina and Dan prepare an evening rendezvous.

Apr 19, 197723m

Glenn tries to impress Joan Hamblyn. L.W. lets it be known that hiring Linda Murkland for the campaign is a catastrophe. L.W. warns Linda if she goes public with her "secret" there will be dire consequences. Bert overhears Christina on the phone with Dan and confronts Christina.

Apr 20, 197723m

Aspiring actor Glen prepares for an audition; model Linda Murkland meets with her psychiatrist.

Apr 21, 197723m

L.W. informs the executives that Linda Murkland is a transsexual and wants to tell the world. Ma Packer and Sonny Packer are holding Linda hostage for a million dollar ransom. The executives wonder if L.W. is behind Linda's kidnapping. Bert gets advice from his plumber.

Apr 22, 197723m

L.W. talks with Linda via Ma Packer. Ma tells L.W. that she wants a million dollars in small bills. Michael and Andrea argue over Andrea's new client Steve Norlinger. Michael blurts out to Andrea that Linda has been kidnapped. Bert gets advice from Glenn.

Apr 25, 197723m

Bert and Glenn bond over their issues. Andrea is thrilled that Michael is going to help her with her case with Steve. Linda tries to convince Ma to set her free. Nancy tells Christina she would love to give up the daily grind. Nancy is worried about the handling of Linda's kidnapping. Ma pushes Linda towards Sonny.

Apr 26, 197723m

Linda explains she is a transsexual to Ma and Sonny. Andrea and Bert discuss their love lives.

Apr 27, 197723m

Christina questions L.W. about rescuing Linda. Christina refuses to discuss their marriage to Bert.

Apr 28, 197723m

Ma gets to know Linda better. Nancy worries about the way L.W. is handling Linda's kidnapping. Glenn tries to boost Bert's confidence. Glenn worries Andrea is using Michael.

Apr 29, 197723m

Tina seduces a clueless Glenn. Things continue to be rocky between Michael and Andrea. Linda's kidnapping is nagging at Nancy. The exec's meet for a Friday night dinner out.

May 2, 197723m

Ma visits L.W. and ups Linda's ransom to 5 million. Wes confides to Bert about the Italian producer and what he actually did for a role. Dan tells Christina he is leaving Globatron with another job offer.

May 3, 197723m

Linda is having trouble gripping to reality. Bert is at the breaking point. Michael calls Andrea to say he loves her. Steve and Andrea get cozy. L.W. continues dealing with Farrah.

May 4, 197723m

Nancy and Smitty join forces to turn L.W. into the police about Linda's kidnapping; even if it costs them their job.

May 5, 197723m

Bert gets assertive with Christina.

May 6, 197723m

Linda is released and goes on television announcing she is a transsexual.

May 9, 197723m

Bert and Christina assess their relationship; talent agent Joan Hamlyn talks to Linda about her future.

May 10, 197723m

Christina and Dan talk about cohabitation; Joan and L.W. have a fiery discussion about Linda's future.

May 11, 197723m

Christina's announcement that she is leaving him shocks Bert; Joan hopes to launch Glen's acting career.

May 12, 197723m

Nancy and Glen argue about his opportunity to become an actor; Christina and Dan discuss their future together.

May 13, 197723m

Dan and Christina's plans stun Michael; Christina bids farewell to Bert.

May 16, 197723m

Bert and Jeremy persevere in Christina's absence; Michael asks out Andrea to discuss her interest in Steve.

May 17, 197723m

L.W. delegates new responsibilities to Christina; Andrea infuriates an envious Michael.

May 18, 197723m

Glen advises Bert to meet women, while Steve and Michael argue angrily about Andrea.

May 19, 197723m

Nancy is concerned about Glen and Joan; Bert shops for a new wardrobe.

May 20, 197723m

Dan and Christina discuss their future; Bert visits a singles' bar.

May 23, 197723m

Peggy confronts L.W. about Christina's promotion; Nancy forbids Glen to have further dealings with Joan Hamlyn.

May 24, 197723m

Glen tries to confront a depressed Bert; Christina questions Michael about Dan.

May 25, 197723m

Michael and Andrea talk seriously about their romantic future; Bert tries computer dating.

May 26, 197723m

Bert and Glen launch a joint business venture.

May 27, 197723m

Andrea and Steve discuss their future; Ma leaves for Australia.

May 30, 197723m

Nancy asks Christina to help Glen secure a movie role.

May 31, 197723m

Bert gets ready for a blind date; L.W. frets over Globatron's new involvement in movie production.

Jun 1, 197723m

Glen auditions for a movie part.

Jun 2, 197723m

Christina and Jeremy discuss Bert's depression.

Jun 3, 197723m

Glen is disappointed with the outcome of his screen test; Michael and Andrea make new living arrangements.

Jun 6, 197723m

Bert makes a lunch date with Smitty.

Jun 7, 197723m

Bert and Smitty make another date; Peggy's absence from a board meeting perturbs L.W.

Jun 8, 197723m

Glen and Nancy become romantically involved again; Globatron plans a party to celebrate a new promotional campaign.

Jun 9, 197723m

A desperate Linda Murkland threatens the Globatron board members; Glen advises Bert to seek psychological help.

Jun 10, 197723m

At the Globatron party, Bert overhears Dan and Michael's conversation about Christina.

Jun 13, 197723m

Dan schemes to recapture Christina's interest.

Jun 14, 197723m

Bert temporarily loses control of his emotions; L.W. and Andrea exchange threats over pending litigation against Globatron.

Jun 15, 197723m

A troubled Jeremy visits Christina to discuss Bert's emotional state.

Jun 16, 197723m

Smitty calls on Bert; Michael and Andrea argue over who should assume birth-control responsibilities.

Jun 17, 197723m

Bert participates in a therapy session conducted in his kitchen.

Jun 20, 197723m

An agoraphobic Bert hides in the kitchen closet, forcing Christina to decide whether to help him or stay with Dan.

Jun 21, 197723m

Michael hopes to realize his dream of becoming Globatron's first male executive.

Jun 22, 197723m

L.W. offers pianist David Moore a chance to attend a prestigious music academy; Christina rushes home to aid Bert.

Jun 23, 197723m

Dan issues an ultimatum to Christina regarding the future of their relationship.

Jun 24, 197723m

Dr. Quincy makes a house call in hopes of helping Bert overcome his agoraphobia.

Jun 27, 197723m

With an agoraphobic Bert hiding in the kitchen closet, Christina tries her hand at domesticity.

Jun 28, 197723m

Andrea wins a minor victory in her court battle against Globatron.

Jun 29, 197723m

Michael battles sex discrimination in his effort to become Globatron's first male executive.

Jun 30, 197723m

Bert overcomes his agoraphobia and attends a consciousness-raising session.

Jul 1, 197723m

Andrea and L.W. discuss the litigation against Globatron.

Jul 4, 197723m

Bert's father Fred flatly tells his agoraphobic son to come out of the closet, and later speaks out against the new morality at a men's awareness meeting.

Jul 5, 197723m

Peggy and Walter have another clandestine meeting.

Jul 6, 197723m

After arguing with Glen about their future, Nancy goes out for a drink with Christina.

Jul 7, 197723m

Andrea must choose between Michael and her career.

Jul 8, 197723m

Christina manages to lure an agoraphobic Bert out of the closet.

Jul 11, 197723m

Hoping to avoid choosing between marriage and a career, Andrea discusses her plight with Michael.

Jul 12, 197723m

Glen decides that his marital problems will end if he and Nancy have a child.

Jul 13, 197723m

Nancy worries about Glen's depression.

Jul 14, 197723m

A forlorn Glen decides to leave town.

Jul 15, 197723m

Linda and Marshall tie the knot, while Michael and Nancy strike up a romance.