- "The Wild, Wild West" (1965-1969) complemented by Richard Markowitz's theme music, the four screens of villains are later used in the frozen four scenes pre-commercial breaks. Hard to explain, Youtube it.
- "Hawaii Five-0" (1968), the camera zooms, Jack Lord on the high rise balcony. Sublime. I love 1968.
- "Dexter" of course - inspired and witty - breakfast of champions.
- "True Blood", style later copied in "Banshee"
- "'American Horror Story" (2012- , FX) It's a bit "Se7en", but still wonderful.
- "The Name of the Game" (1968-1971)
- "Search" (1971-1972)
- "The Father Brown Mysteries" (1974, U.K.)
- "Callan" (1967-72) the swinging light bulb is iconic - simple yet effective
- "It Takes A Thief" (1968-1970) Wayne Fitzgerald has done countless shows and movies, the master. Dave Grusin's cool theme music is the perfect match.
- "Boardwalk Empire" (2010- , HBO)
- "Mr and Mrs Murder" (2013 , Aust., Network 10) comic strip/pop art inspired. Go Australia!
- "True Detective" (2014- , HBO) together with T Bone Burnett's music is inspirational.
It is often hard to separate great opening titles from great theme music, as one complements the other.
