See also: 1986 in television, other events of 1987, 1988 in television and the list of 'years in television'.
Hit Television Shows
- The Cosby Show (1984-1992)
- Cheers (1982-1993)
- Family Ties (1982-1989)
Other Popular Television Shows
- The A-Team (1983-1987)
- Dallas (1978-1991)
- Dr Who (1963-1989)
- Jeopardy! (1984-present)
- Late Night with David Letterman (1982-1993)
- Saturday Night Live (1975-present)
- Sesame Street (1969-present)
- The Tonight Show (1954-present)
- The Wheel of Fortune (1975-present)
Events
- November 13 - Sonny and Cher reunite for a performance on Late Night with David Letterman.
- Matt Groening's The Simpsons debuts as a series of short animated segments on the Tracey Ullman show.