"Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives." For over one-third of a century, those words have introduced and underscored one of daytime drama’s rare mainstays. NBC's "Days of our Lives" first premiered as a half-hour drama in 1965 and expanded to an hour 10 years later. Today, it remains a favorite among viewers of daytime television serials.

In its 47 years, "Days of our Lives" has garnered numerous Emmy Awards and nominations, as well as multiple Soap Opera Digest and People’s Choice Awards. The show’s success derives from its consistent commitment to excellence in writing and storytelling - supported by a diverse ensemble of performers - and an uncanny knack for anticipating viewer interests. With its mix of classic genre traditions and groundbreaking narratives reflecting modern life, "Days of our Lives" remains a perennial favorite among viewers of all ages.

"Days of our Lives" is set in the fictitious midwestern town of Salem. The core families are the Bradys, the Hortons, and the DiMeras, and the multi-layered storylines involve elements of romance, adventure, mystery, comedy and drama.

"Days of our Lives" is produced by Corday Productions Inc. in association with Sony Pictures Television. Ken Corday is Executive Producer, and Greg Meng and Noel Maxam are Co-Executive Producers. Marlene McPherson and Darrell Ray Thomas are the Head Writing team.

Day & time

Mondays-Fridays on NBC (daytime, one-hour; check local station for time)

Premiere

November 8, 1965

Executive Producer

Ken Corday

Co-Executive Producers

Noel Maxam, Greg Meng

Producer

Albert Alarr

Directors

Herb Stein, Phil Sogard, Albert Alarr, Grant A. Johnson

Headwriters

Marlene McPherson, Darrell Ray Thomas, Jr.

Writers

Rick Draughon, Christopher Dunn, Ryan Quan, Elizabeth Snyder, Nancy Willams Watt, Jeanne Marie Ford, John Newman, Richard Culliton, Carolyn Culliton, Janet Iacobuzio, Peter T. Rich, Lacey Dyer, Roger Schroeder, David A. Levinson

Sr. Coordinating Producers:

Janet Spellman-Rider, Tim Stevens

Production Coodinator:

Krista Cremidan

Music Composed by:

Ken Corday, D. Brent Nelson

Music Directors

Steve Reinhardt, D. Brent Nelson, Paul F. Antonelli

Production Designer

Daniel Olexiewicz

Publicity

Juliette Harris, John Filizzola, it Girl Public Relations

Costume Designer

Jayne Marie Kehoe

Casting Director

Marnie Saitta, C. S. A.

Makeup Artists

Gail Hopkins, Nina Wells, Deidre Decker-Wilson, Joleen Rizzo, Glen Alen Gutierrez

Hairstylists

Margie Puga, Matthew Holman, Patrick Kilian, Katharine O'Neill

Produced By

Corday Productions Inc. in association with Sony Pictures Television

Origination

NBC Studios, Burbank