Here’s how TV title sequences evolved with the rise of prestige TV
The term “prestige TV” represents a refinement of almost every aspect of a given show, from writing to performances. That also extends to title sequences, which have evolved considerably since the kind of cheesy joviality “Too Many Cooks” set out to lampoon. A new video from Wired explores this phenomenon, tracking the major themes and inspirations that helped create the modern TV title sequence.