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The mid-1970's American television viewer was ready for a more nostalgic look at life and Happy Days was there to oblige. Originally an unsold pilot burned off as part of ABC's Love American Style, Happy Days was given a second chance after the success of American Graffiti. Producer Garry Marshall would turn this massive success into a television empire.