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All That Glitters

8.0 / 10
1977
1 season
65 episodes
Drama

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.

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  • Ep 1

    1.Episode 1

    18-04-197723m

    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. Ca...

  • Ep 2

    2.Episode 2

    19-04-197723m

    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...

  • Ep 3

    3.Episode 3

    20-04-197723m

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

  • Ep 4

    4.Episode 4

    21-04-197723m

    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...

  • Ep 5

    5.Episode 5

    22-04-197723m

    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 blurt...

  • Ep 6

    6.Episode 6

    25-04-197723m

    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 Christ...

  • Ep 7

    7.Episode 7

    26-04-197723m

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

  • Ep 8

    8.Episode 8

    27-04-197723m

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

  • Ep 9

    9.Episode 9

    28-04-197723m

    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.

  • Ep 10

    10.Episode 10

    29-04-197723m

    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.

  • Ep 11

    11.Episode 11

    02-05-197723m

    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...

  • Ep 12

    12.Episode 12

    03-05-197723m

    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.

  • Ep 13

    13.Episode 13

    04-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 14

    14.Episode 14

    05-05-197723m

    Bert gets assertive with Christina.

  • Ep 15

    15.Episode 15

    06-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 16

    16.Episode 16

    09-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 17

    17.Episode 17

    10-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 18

    18.Episode 18

    11-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 19

    19.Episode 19

    12-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 20

    20.Episode 20

    13-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 21

    21.Episode 21

    16-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 22

    22.Episode 22

    17-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 23

    23.Episode 23

    18-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 24

    24.Episode 24

    19-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 25

    25.Episode 25

    20-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 26

    26.Episode 26

    23-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 27

    27.Episode 27

    24-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 28

    28.Episode 28

    25-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 29

    29.Episode 29

    26-05-197723m

    Bert and Glen launch a joint business venture.

  • Ep 30

    30.Episode 30

    27-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 31

    31.Episode 31

    30-05-197723m

    Nancy asks Christina to help Glen secure a movie role.

  • Ep 32

    32.Episode 32

    31-05-197723m

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

  • Ep 33

    33.Episode 33

    01-06-197723m

    Glen auditions for a movie part.

  • Ep 34

    34.Episode 34

    02-06-197723m

    Christina and Jeremy discuss Bert's depression.

  • Ep 35

    35.Episode 35

    03-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 36

    36.Episode 36

    06-06-197723m

    Bert makes a lunch date with Smitty.

  • Ep 37

    37.Episode 37

    07-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 38

    38.Episode 38

    08-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 39

    39.Episode 39

    09-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 40

    40.Episode 40

    10-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 41

    41.Episode 41

    13-06-197723m

    Dan schemes to recapture Christina's interest.

  • Ep 42

    42.Episode 42

    14-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 43

    43.Episode 43

    15-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 44

    44.Episode 44

    16-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 45

    45.Episode 45

    17-06-197723m

    Bert participates in a therapy session conducted in his kitchen.

  • Ep 46

    46.Episode 46

    20-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 47

    47.Episode 47

    21-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 48

    48.Episode 48

    22-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 49

    49.Episode 49

    23-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 50

    50.Episode 50

    24-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 51

    51.Episode 51

    27-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 52

    52.Episode 52

    28-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 53

    53.Episode 53

    29-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 54

    54.Episode 54

    30-06-197723m

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

  • Ep 55

    55.Episode 55

    01-07-197723m

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

  • Ep 56

    56.Episode 56

    04-07-197723m

    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.

  • Ep 57

    57.Episode 57

    05-07-197723m

    Peggy and Walter have another clandestine meeting.

  • Ep 58

    58.Episode 58

    06-07-197723m

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

  • Ep 59

    59.Episode 59

    07-07-197723m

    Andrea must choose between Michael and her career.

  • Ep 60

    60.Episode 60

    08-07-197723m

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

  • Ep 61

    61.Episode 61

    11-07-197723m

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

  • Ep 62

    62.Episode 62

    12-07-197723m

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

  • Ep 63

    63.Episode 63

    13-07-197723m

    Nancy worries about Glen's depression.

  • Ep 64

    64.Episode 64

    14-07-197723m

    A forlorn Glen decides to leave town.

  • Ep 65

    65.Episode 65

    15-07-197723m

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

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