Classic TV Favorites “One Day at a Time” and “Sanford and Son” Join Antenna TV’s 2026 Lineup
NEW YORK, NY (November 12, 2025) – Antenna TV is adding two iconic sitcoms to its celebrated classic television roster in 2026. Beginning Thursday, January 1, viewers can tune in for back-to-back laughs as One Day at a Time and Sanford and Son join the network’s schedule.
Created by Whitney Blake and Allan Manings, One Day at a Time (1975–1984) followed Ann Romano (Bonnie Franklin), a newly divorced mother navigating life in Indianapolis with her two teenage daughters, Julie (Mackenzie Phillips) and Barbara (Valerie Bertinelli). Rounding out the cast was Pat Harrington Jr. as the unforgettable building superintendent, Dwayne Schneider.
Tackling themes of independence, equality, and resilience with heart and humor, One Day at a Time redefined what it meant to be a modern TV family.
Developed by Norman Lear and Bud Yorkin, Sanford and Son (1972-1977) starred comedy legend Redd Foxx as Fred G. Sanford, a sharp-tongued junk dealer in Los Angeles’ Watts neighborhood, and Demond Wilson as his patient son, Lamont. With its biting wit, social commentary, and signature catchphrases like “You big dummy!” and “This is the big one, Elizabeth!” Sanford and Son became a pop culture phenomenon and a defining comedy of the 1970s.
“It’s clear that audiences continue to love the nostalgic shows that transport them back to the days of bell bottoms, clever one-liners, and family drama served with a generous dose of comedy,” said Bina Roy, VP and General Manager for Antenna TV. “As more viewers rediscover the comfort and joy of classic television, Antenna TV is proud to give them a place to step back in time and relive those unforgettable laughs.”
Antenna TV continues to deliver a strong performance across its classic programming lineup. In 2025, the network’s 34 marathons outperformed its total-day average by +30% among Adults 25–54 and +21% among total viewers. The Bewitched Halloween Marathon ranked as Antenna TV’s top weekend event of the year, up +13% year-over-year, while the Johnny Carson’s 100th Birthday marathon drew 137,000 total viewers, making it the network’s highest-rated Carson event yet.
ANTENNA TV’S midseason premiere schedule which includes One Day at a Time and Sanford and Son is below. All times ET/PT.
MONDAY – FRIDAY
8:00–8:30 PM – One Day at a Time
8:30–9:00 PM – One Day at a Time
10:00–10:30 PM – Sanford and Son
10:30–11:00 PM – Sanford and Son
SATURDAY
3:00–3:30 PM – Sanford and Son
3:30–4:00 PM – Sanford and Son
4:00–4:30 PM – One Day at a Time
4:30–5:00 PM – One Day at a Time
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About Antenna TV
Antenna TV, Nexstar Media Group’s multicast network, launched January 1, 2011, and now airs in 151 markets nationwide, reaching 92% of U.S. TV households, including WPIX-TV (11.2) New York, KTLA-TV (5.2) Los Angeles, and WGN-TV (9.2) Chicago. Since 2016, Antenna TV has been the exclusive home of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. For local listings, visit http://antennatv.tv/channel-finder/.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Beth Feldman
bfeldman@nexstar.tv | 917-797-8054
PROMOS:
Sanford and Son
https://youtu.be/a2Vq_EM4qbQ
One Day at a Time
https://youtu.be/6MVEZXIGcmY