1985–86 United States network television schedule

[1] PBS is not included; member stations have local flexibility over most of their schedules and broadcast times for network shows may vary.Each of the 30 highest-rated shows released in May 1986 is listed with its rank and rating as determined by Nielsen Media Research.[3] Note: Diff'rent Strokes 1-hour Season 8 Premiered on September 27 at 9:00pm Note: Due to the death of Samantha Smith and her father in a plane crash, ABC ceased production on Lime Street and was forced to move Lady Blue into its slot.+ Mike Hammer abruptly ended production after series star Stacy Keach was sentenced to six months in prison for cocaine possession.@ T. J. Hooker continued production for CBS' late night schedule for the 1985–1986 season.
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