Some stations may sign-off for the night, air infomercials, or air reruns of other programming.

In 2007, ZDF Dokukanal began to air reruns, starting with episodes from 1975 and also multiple repeats of the series have been shown on hit24 in 2008.

The special was so well received by the viewing audience that CBS decided to air reruns of All in the Family during their summer schedule that year.

ABC continued to air reruns of these specials until 2006, and they frequently appeared on the TBS Superstation as well.

The Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting is thought to have played a part in the decision to not even air reruns.

In 2004, Black Entertainment Television (BET) acquired the rights to air reruns of the series (in the United States).

Adult Swim continues to air reruns of Stroker and Hoop on an infrequent basis.

Toonami Jetstream used to air reruns, then it aired the world premiere English language episodes as of July 21, 2009.

After he retired in 1982, Welk continued to air reruns of his shows.

The TV Guide Network has purchased the rights to air reruns of Ugly Betty on cable television.