Behind the Screen(1981)

Behind the Screen is an American late-night serial that aired on CBS from October 1981 to January 1982. Created by David Jacobs, the show pulls back the curtain on the fictional soap opera Generations, dramatizing the chaos and intrigue that unfolds both on set and behind the scenes. CBS developed the series as an experiment in late-night programming, hoping to compete with ABC and NBC's established dominance in that time slot. Jacobs drew on his experience with prime-time serials to craft a "soap within a soap"—a concept that had roots in radio drama dating back to the 1940s. Behind the Screen captures the melodrama, tension, and human stories that define daytime television production, offering viewers a glimpse into the world of soap opera making.