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.
CreatorNorman Lear
Episode 1
Apr 18, 1977
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. Carruthers popping in. Christina and Dan prepare an evening rendezvous.
Episode 2
Apr 19, 1977
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 will be dire consequences. Bert overhears Christina on the phone with Dan and confronts Christina.
Episode 3
Apr 20, 1977
Aspiring actor Glen prepares for an audition; model Linda Murkland meets with her psychiatrist.
Episode 4
Apr 21, 1977
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 executives wonder if L.W. is behind Linda's kidnapping. Bert gets advice from his plumber.
Episode 5
Apr 22, 1977
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 blurts out to Andrea that Linda has been kidnapped. Bert gets advice from Glenn.
Episode 6
Apr 25, 1977
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 Christina she would love to give up the daily grind. Nancy is worried about the handling of Linda's kidnapping. Ma pushes Linda towards Sonny.
Episode 7
Apr 26, 1977
Linda explains she is a transsexual to Ma and Sonny. Andrea and Bert discuss their love lives.
Episode 8
Apr 27, 1977
Christina questions L.W. about rescuing Linda. Christina refuses to discuss their marriage to Bert.
Episode 9
Apr 28, 1977
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.
Episode 10
Apr 29, 1977
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.
Episode 11
May 2, 1977
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 with another job offer.
Episode 12
May 3, 1977
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.
Episode 13
May 4, 1977
Nancy and Smitty join forces to turn L.W. into the police about Linda's kidnapping; even if it costs them their job.
Episode 14
May 5, 1977
Bert gets assertive with Christina.
Episode 15
May 6, 1977
Linda is released and goes on television announcing she is a transsexual.
Episode 16
May 9, 1977
Bert and Christina assess their relationship; talent agent Joan Hamlyn talks to Linda about her future.
Episode 17
May 10, 1977
Christina and Dan talk about cohabitation; Joan and L.W. have a fiery discussion about Linda's future.
Episode 18
May 11, 1977
Christina's announcement that she is leaving him shocks Bert; Joan hopes to launch Glen's acting career.
Episode 19
May 12, 1977
Nancy and Glen argue about his opportunity to become an actor; Christina and Dan discuss their future together.
Episode 20
May 13, 1977
Dan and Christina's plans stun Michael; Christina bids farewell to Bert.
Episode 21
May 16, 1977
Bert and Jeremy persevere in Christina's absence; Michael asks out Andrea to discuss her interest in Steve.
Episode 22
May 17, 1977
L.W. delegates new responsibilities to Christina; Andrea infuriates an envious Michael.
Episode 23
May 18, 1977
Glen advises Bert to meet women, while Steve and Michael argue angrily about Andrea.
Episode 24
May 19, 1977
Nancy is concerned about Glen and Joan; Bert shops for a new wardrobe.
Episode 25
May 20, 1977
Dan and Christina discuss their future; Bert visits a singles' bar.
Episode 26
May 23, 1977
Peggy confronts L.W. about Christina's promotion; Nancy forbids Glen to have further dealings with Joan Hamlyn.
Episode 27
May 24, 1977
Glen tries to confront a depressed Bert; Christina questions Michael about Dan.
Episode 28
May 25, 1977
Michael and Andrea talk seriously about their romantic future; Bert tries computer dating.
Episode 29
May 26, 1977
Bert and Glen launch a joint business venture.
Episode 30
May 27, 1977
Andrea and Steve discuss their future; Ma leaves for Australia.
Episode 31
May 30, 1977
Nancy asks Christina to help Glen secure a movie role.
Episode 32
May 31, 1977
Bert gets ready for a blind date; L.W. frets over Globatron's new involvement in movie production.
Episode 33
Jun 1, 1977
Glen auditions for a movie part.
Episode 34
Jun 2, 1977
Christina and Jeremy discuss Bert's depression.
Episode 35
Jun 3, 1977
Glen is disappointed with the outcome of his screen test; Michael and Andrea make new living arrangements.
Episode 36
Jun 6, 1977
Bert makes a lunch date with Smitty.
Episode 37
Jun 7, 1977
Bert and Smitty make another date; Peggy's absence from a board meeting perturbs L.W.
Episode 38
Jun 8, 1977
Glen and Nancy become romantically involved again; Globatron plans a party to celebrate a new promotional campaign.
Episode 39
Jun 9, 1977
A desperate Linda Murkland threatens the Globatron board members; Glen advises Bert to seek psychological help.
Episode 40
Jun 10, 1977
At the Globatron party, Bert overhears Dan and Michael's conversation about Christina.
Episode 41
Jun 13, 1977
Dan schemes to recapture Christina's interest.
Episode 42
Jun 14, 1977
Bert temporarily loses control of his emotions; L.W. and Andrea exchange threats over pending litigation against Globatron.
Episode 43
Jun 15, 1977
A troubled Jeremy visits Christina to discuss Bert's emotional state.
Episode 44
Jun 16, 1977
Smitty calls on Bert; Michael and Andrea argue over who should assume birth-control responsibilities.
Episode 45
Jun 17, 1977
Bert participates in a therapy session conducted in his kitchen.
Episode 46
Jun 20, 1977
An agoraphobic Bert hides in the kitchen closet, forcing Christina to decide whether to help him or stay with Dan.
Episode 47
Jun 21, 1977
Michael hopes to realize his dream of becoming Globatron's first male executive.
Episode 48
Jun 22, 1977
L.W. offers pianist David Moore a chance to attend a prestigious music academy; Christina rushes home to aid Bert.
Episode 49
Jun 23, 1977
Dan issues an ultimatum to Christina regarding the future of their relationship.
Episode 50
Jun 24, 1977
Dr. Quincy makes a house call in hopes of helping Bert overcome his agoraphobia.
Episode 51
Jun 27, 1977
With an agoraphobic Bert hiding in the kitchen closet, Christina tries her hand at domesticity.
Episode 52
Jun 28, 1977
Andrea wins a minor victory in her court battle against Globatron.
Episode 53
Jun 29, 1977
Michael battles sex discrimination in his effort to become Globatron's first male executive.
Episode 54
Jun 30, 1977
Bert overcomes his agoraphobia and attends a consciousness-raising session.
Episode 55
Jul 1, 1977
Andrea and L.W. discuss the litigation against Globatron.
Episode 56
Jul 4, 1977
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.
Episode 57
Jul 5, 1977
Peggy and Walter have another clandestine meeting.
Episode 58
Jul 6, 1977
After arguing with Glen about their future, Nancy goes out for a drink with Christina.
Episode 59
Jul 7, 1977
Andrea must choose between Michael and her career.
Episode 60
Jul 8, 1977
Christina manages to lure an agoraphobic Bert out of the closet.
Episode 61
Jul 11, 1977
Hoping to avoid choosing between marriage and a career, Andrea discusses her plight with Michael.
Episode 62
Jul 12, 1977
Glen decides that his marital problems will end if he and Nancy have a child.
Episode 63
Jul 13, 1977
Nancy worries about Glen's depression.
Episode 64
Jul 14, 1977
A forlorn Glen decides to leave town.
Episode 65
Jul 15, 1977
Linda and Marshall tie the knot, while Michael and Nancy strike up a romance.
